Pōmare Park Development
Detailed Design (for Stage 2) Xyst worked with Hutt City Council to prepare a full detailed design set for consenting, tender and construction as part of the Stage 2 upgrade works.
Accessibility, CPTED Assessments and Recommendations Report
Whakatāne District Playgrounds Xyst visited all playgrounds in the Whakatāne District and physically assessed and surveyed each. The survey was developed on best practice universal design principles, with consideration of both minimum accessibility standards and recent best practice, as promoted by Recreation Aotearoa. Xyst also assessed each playground against international best practice CPTED principles. Subsequently, […]
Parks Planning Masterclasses
Xyst, in partnership with Recreation Aotearoa, delivered a series of five one-day, in person, parks planning masterclasses across Aotearoa, New Zealand in September 2024. Across the five locations, 117 participants from 34 local government organisations participated in the masterclasses. The classes were designed for new and experienced parks planners and managers to build practical knowledge […]
Hall Crescent Reserve
Engagement, concept and detailed design Xyst was commissioned by Hutt City Council to enhance the recreational amenities of the existing reserve following subdivision, with a focus on strengthening connections to the surrounding community. To ensure the design met local needs, Xyst conducted targeted community engagement with the Epuni neighbourhood and other key stakeholders. This process […]
Asset Management Training
Parks and Facilities Xyst carried out a Parks and Facilities Asset Management training course at Hastings District Council. The training course builds on Asset Management for Parks and Community Facilities and is designed to help organisations move towards industry best practice. The training is based upon the Āpōpō NAMS series of guidelines and their application […]
Event Strategy
Waikato District Council Xyst was engaged by Waikato District Council to develop an Event Strategy that provided a clear and coordinated direction for how events are planned, managed, and supported across the district. The completed strategy defined Council’s role in events, identified key opportunities and constraints, and ensured alignment with long-term planning goals and community […]
Haumoana Domain
CPTED Site Assessment and Recommendations Report Xyst undertook a high-level desktop analysis of Haumoana Domain, to review current and historic information alongside a high-level crime analysis using NZ Police Crime Snapshot. Xyst completed three visits to the Domain to conduct the CPTED site assessment – two during the day and one at night. To better […]
Bodle Drive Concept Plan
Riversdale Beach Xyst undertook key stakeholder engagement in the development of the draft concept, followed by wider public consulation through the Placechangers platform. The feedback helped refine the design, resulting in a concept plan that includes improvements to parking, pedestrian safety, beach access, ecology, shade and shelter, amenities, and way-finding. The work supports the next […]
Nelson Airport
Recreation Assessment and Expert Witness An independent recreation impact assessment and expert witness services were provided to Nelson Airport, who submitted a Notice of Requirement (NoR) and Proposed Private Plan Change 30, in relation to the extension of their runway.
Park Asset Data Collection
Park assets across the whole city area were checked against existing data, with new assets and removed assets recorded. All assets were evaluated and given a condition grading to assist with future depreciation and asset renewal programmes. A team of four trained asset assessors completed this city- wide project in 4 weeks, collecting over 12,000 […]
Ashburton District Public Conveniences
CPTED and Accessibility Assessment Report Xyst assessed 39 operational facilities over a period of a week in Ashburton, Methven, Rakaia, Tinwald, Hinds and Mount Somers townships as well as in more rural and remote areas such as Mayfield, Lake Hood, inland including the Ashburton Lakes and the Rakaia, Hakatere and Rangitata River Mouths. The assessment […]
Tree Risk Management Plan
Xyst developed a comprehensive Tree Risk Management Plan designed to prioritise the inspection and maintenance of amenity trees across the district. This plan is guided by the recently adopted Whakatāne Tree Strategy, which focuses on monitoring and maintaining trees and minimising tree-related safety hazards. In developing the plan, Xyst conducted a thorough analysis of the […]
Woodlands Homestead Lighting Upgrade
Xyst prepared a lighting masterplan for the sensitive lighting of the homestead over time. The first stage involved the lighting of paths and the building facade.
Open Space Service Delivery Comparison
Council requested a limited scope service delivery review that enabled them to understand the likely costs, service levels changes and risks associated with a change in open space maintenance service delivery. Xyst provided them with a report that compared their current method of service delivery (largely contracted) with a predominantly in-house model. The report dealt […]
Westshore Esplanade Toilet
Performance Reassessment and Recommendations Report Xyst conducted a physical facility assessment using ArcGIS Survey 123 based on best-practice criteria. We then analysed high-level community input and considered the existing location along with two other alternative locations for a renewed facility. We considered key feasibility criteria for siting, including resource consenting and proximity to services and […]