New basketball court in Mangakino
Construction of a new basketball court in Mangakino was completed in May 2024.
The planning for this project was a true community affair with local children voting for the colours used on the court. The winning colours were an eye-catching combination of purple and yellow, with many of the children naming the LA Lakers colours as the reason for their choice.
The court surface is an innovative new sports turf designed specifically for basketball and netball, which balances useability with affordability. We also took on board feedback from nearby residents regarding noise and light disturbance and have taken steps to ensure any disruption is minimised.
The turf used will reduce slipping and injuries, deliver excellent bounce and traction, and reduce the noise by 30 to 32 per cent. Plus, the adjustable-height hoops mean the court will be suitable for all ages.
$100,000 was budgeted for this project in the 2021/22 Annual Plan. Another $72,065 was approved by councillors last year due to inflated costs.
Construction, which includes a basketball court, adjustable-height hoops, fencing, shelter, and seating, was completed in May 2024.
| Location: | Rangatira Drive Mangakino |
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| Project status: | Completed |
| Start date: | April 2024 |
| Completion date: | May 2024 |
Project updates
21 MAY 2024
Former Tall Black opens Mangakino basketball court.
It was smiles all around as the new Mangakino basketball court proved to be a slam dunk with the community on Saturday. Former Tall Black Tom Abercrombie was on hand to help with the grand opening, even manning the leaf blower during preparations, along with Taupō District Council elected members and staff, local iwi, and community members.
9 MAY 2024
New Zealand basketball royalty will be in attendance when Mangakino’s brand-new basketball court is unveiled.
The court is nearing completion and locals can now mark Saturday 18 May on their calendars for the grand opening. One attendee with the skills required to test the new court is former New Zealand Breaker and Tall Black Tom Abercrombie. Abercrombie, a four-time National Basketball League champion, will be there to open the court and shoot hoops with local tamariki.
18 MARCH 2024
Local tamariki help choose Mangakino basketball court colours
Taupō District Council is throwing an alley-oop to Mangakino basketballers with the construction of a new court beginning on Wednesday 3 April.
