Wilson Park car park upgrade

Wilson Park car park upgrade – Citrus Avenue entrance

Kia ora, Welcome to the Wilson Park car park project page. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about the project, including latest updates, and a timeline of upcoming steps.

Latest Update - 23 October 2026

We’ve put the finishing touches on the car park area, just in time for the first Waihī Beach Sunday Market of the season.

The final improvements include:

• Planting a garden alongside the path and adding four trees – two in the car park and two in the reserve

• Adding more seating and picnic tables in the reserve

• Installing two power boxes in the reserve to support events

The area is looking great and ready for another season of markets and community events.

About the project

Work is about to begin on upgrading the car park at the Citrus Avenue entrance to Wilson Park, Waihī Beach. Construction is scheduled to start on Monday 11 May 2026. The work will involve replacing the existing grass and soil surface with a new all-weather aggregate car park, improving access and usability year round.

This upgrade is part of the Wilson Park – Waihi Beach Concept Plan, adopted by Council in 2022. The plan outlines a long-term vision for the park, including improved facilities such as a toilet block, seating, tree planting, upgraded accessways, and event infrastructure.

The new toilet block was completed in 2024. The current work continues delivery of the plan, with a focus on the Citrus Avenue entrance, including the car park and entrance path.

What to expect

Construction is expected to take around six weeks to complete. During this time:

• The Citrus Avenue entrance to Wilson Park will be closed
• Public access through this entrance will not be available
• Alternative access to the park will remain open via entrances along The Crescent

You may notice increased construction activity, traffic movements, and some disruption while work is underway.

We understand this work may cause some inconvenience and appreciate the patience and cooperation of park users and nearby residents while these improvements are completed.

Location of Wilson Park and Citrus Avenue car park entrance

Existing car park

Design of new car park