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Ian Galloway Park Plan

We’re working with the community and sports organisations on a plan for the future of Ian Galloway Park, Wilton Park, and Appleton Park.

About the project

Together with the community and sport groups that use the park, we’re creating a plan that will shape a shared vision for the future of Ian Galloway Park and neighbouring spaces.

Ian Galloway Park, Wilton Park, and Appleton Park are important recreational areas for Wellington’s western suburbs. However, these parks face challenges related to ground conditions, accessibility, and under use. Community insights indicate a strong desire for recreational upgrades, improved sports fields, and enhanced biodiversity connections. 

The Council has already allocated funding for key improvements, including recently installed public toilets, a new play space, and new planting. The plan will identify future funding requirements and remain flexible to incorporate external funding raised by the community, ensuring these investments align with broader recreational and environmental goals for these spaces.

The project aims to:

  • Assess and document community need.
  • Develop a comprehensive plan that balances sport and recreational needs. environmental sustainability, and community expectations.
  • Prioritise park development initiatives within available funding and future investment opportunities.
  • Improve connectivity between Zealandia and Ōtari-Wilton's Bush for indigenous biodiversity.
  • Identifying potential external funding sources.

Timeline

Pre-design engagement: March 2025
Draft design and community engagement: April to June 2025
Plan completion: July 2025
Business case approval: August 2025

The new Ian Galloway toilets lit up at night.

Background

Through the 2023-24 Annual Plan process, Welington City Council received several significant funding requests, including for an Ian Galloway Park development plan, and new public toilets at the BMX track.

The Council committed to scoping and early engagement to help shape a plan for the park, while also considering future options for Wilton and Appleton Parks.

Through the 2024-34 Long-term Plan, $1 million from the Charles Plimmer Bequest has been allocated for 2026/27, alongside $250,000 for a new local play space.

New public toilets with an accessible concrete path have been completed, near the BMX area and dog park.

Previously, there was no public toilet or drinking water facility at the southern Ian Galloway Park area. Funding of $320K for this project was approved as part of the 2023/24 Annual Plan.

The toilets are now open to the public from 7am-9pm daily.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please contact the project team.

Email: iangallowaypark@wcc.govt.nz