Everything parks, recreation and community
Open space planning encompasses everything to do with policy for open spaces in our communities including parks and playgrounds...
We do everything to help create safe, sustainable trails that allow people to enjoy the outdoors without having an impact on the environment...
Our award-winning, qualified independent lighting designer provides a wide range of specialist lighting advice to the local government, tourism and port sectors...
Along with Yardstick, our international benchmarking program for local government, if you need research to make good decisions, we can get it for you...
From design and planning to maintenance, we can help to ensure people have a great experience when they enjoy your campgrounds and facilities...
From redevelopments to new builds, our children need safe, fun play spaces to get them outside for fresh air and exercise...
Having accurate information about assets allows you to make practical, workable decisions about maintaining and developing community spaces...
From procuring and managing contractors to the practical implementation of strategic work, we can help you to deliver services efficiently...
Good quality, safe and well-maintained public toilets are essential for the convenience and comfort of people using our public spaces...
From feasibility studies to project managing construction, we create functional, safe and vibrant facilities that cater for people’s needs...
With the growing demand for land and space, we can provide you with efficient strategies and solutions for managing cemeteries...
We specialise in providing specialist project management skills for parks, recreation and community projects...
The management of trees and the urban forest is vital to mitigating the effects of climate change and to the health and wellbeing of communities...
Our company exists to create superior parks, public open spaces and sports facilities to improve the health and wellbeing of our communities
We do this by supporting local government and other agencies with sustainable planning and management of parks, open spaces and public facilities to create better towns and cities for people to live and play.
Xyst has offices in New Zealand, Australia and Canada. Our team of highly qualified and experienced consultants is available to provide you with practical, feasible and achievable solutions to deliver projects that meet the needs of your community, support sustainability and minimise the impact on the environment.
Recent Projects
Xyst has extensive experience and expertise across the spectrum of creating, managing and maintaining outdoor spaces. Take a look at some of our projects to find out how we have improved the outdoor spaces in communities throughout New Zealand, Australia and Canada.
Westshore Playground Renewal – Scoping and Procurement for Design and Build
Key aspects of the project included: Scope development following community consultation Assessment of exisiting play structures Arrangement of site survey and consenting investigations Development of
TIF Round 7 Application – Tulloch Park Toilet and Change Room Development
As part of the Stage 2 development of Tulloch Park in Mataura, Gore District Council wishes to develop a new toilet and change facility to
Hetana Street Reserve Classification, Matamata
We reviewed the background of the proposal and commissioned a land status report and an arborist assessment. We advised Council on the process and prepared
Ashburton Recreation Facilities Utilisation Study
Our team undertook an assessment of the sport and recreation facilities across the Ashburton District, providing key provisions including a gap analysis and trend overview
Our Services
If you need to create, maintain or manage a park, public open space or community facility, we have the expertise and experience to help you achieve it. We can do as much or as little as you need, from full project management through to filling gaps in capacity or capabilities.
Open Space Planning
Sport & Recreation Planning
Service Delivery
Asset Management
Research
Project Management
Trails
Play Spaces
Cemeteries
Camping
Amenities & Facilities
Lighting
Trees
Our Team
Our people have a passion for creating outdoor spaces that enhance our communities with healthy, safe and sustainable places for people to exercise, explore and play. We all have experience working in the public sector, so we know how systems work and how to get projects done.
Yardstick is a suite of benchmarking tools that delivers need-to-know information for your business, to inform decision making and improve service delivery. Xyst operates Yardstick with the support of a collaborative partnership of industry organisations. Follow this link to visit the Yardstick website and discover how this program can work for your business.