Taparoto: Puriri Park Community Room

Taparoto Community Room – Puriri Park Road
Taparoto is a modern, multi‑purpose community room completed in 2023. It’s warm, bright, and located in the heart of Puriri Park Road. The space is free to hire and suitable for both regular groups and one‑off events.

Ideal for
Community gatherings, classes (dance, cooking, training), film screenings, huis, celebrations, youth groups, play groups, and similar activities.

Features

• All‑day sun and plenty of natural light

• Vinyl flooring for easy cleaning

• Heat pump (heating and cooling)

• Sliding door to a partially enclosed patio and sloping lawn leading to Puriri Park

• Indoor and outdoor lighting

• Wheelchair access and accessible toilet

• 4 car parks

• BBQ with included gas bottle

Capacity

• 20 seated at tables

• 50 standing (indoor + patio)

• Room size: 8m x 6m

• Approx. 6 power points (bring extension leads)

Furniture & Equipment Provided

• 3 trestle tables (6‑person)

• 1 round table (4‑person)

• 9 plastic stackable chairs

• 10 heavy‑duty stackable chairs

• 2 folding kids’ tables with seats

• High chairs

• Cleaning equipment

Kitchen

Available for self‑catering. Includes:
Sink, water boiler, fridge, oven, stovetop, microwave, dishwasher, and some cutlery, crockery, glassware, and basic cooking/serving items.

Important Information

• Alcohol‑free venue

• No TV or projector provided

• Decorations allowed using Blu Tack only (no pins, staples, or tape). Hooks available on one internal and one external wall.

• No confetti, rice, or party poppers outside

• All rubbish must be removed

• All items brought in must be taken away by the end of your booking

• Book enough time for set‑up and cleaning, as the room may be used before or after your slot

• External event hire companies are welcome

Babies & Children

• Baby changing station in accessible toilet

• High chairs and kids’ tables available

Booking Process

1. Submit your booking request.

2. A team member will review and notify you once accepted.

3. You’ll then be contacted to arrange an induction before your event, including key handover and return.

4. All communication will come via SpaceToCo messaging unless you provide a preferred phone number or email.

Contact

Community Development & Engagement Manager
Zephyr Marshall
Phone: 021 759 436
Email: northland@kaingaora.govt.nz