TiakinaSister Rene Shadbolt Park
Also known as Shadbolt Park
130 Portage Road, New Lynn
About Sister Rene Shadbolt Park
Sister Rene Shadbolt Park is a long, narrow sports park. It was renamed in 1942 after Sister Rene Shadbolt, a New Zealand nurse who served in the Spanish Civil War.
A gravel path starts by the playground at the northern end of the park and goes toward the bush area. It connects with a path that runs down the eastern side of the park to the skate park and basketball half-court. You can walk through to the adjoining Craigavon Park from the southern end.
Access the car park from Connaught Street. Pedestrians can also access from Portage Road, and Kinross and Connell streets.
Follow the 1.5km Sister Rene Shadbolt Path around the perimeter of the park.
The Te Whau Pathway also runs along Portage Road on the western side of this park.
Accessible features at this park
Accessible, concrete paths link the sports fields and the car park. The gravel path is mostly flat but has some stairs so is more challenging for those with access needs.
There are accessible parking spaces in the car park. These are close to the accessible toilets.
Clubs at this park
The park is home to the Suburbs Rugby Football Club.
You need to know
Animals
- Dogs, other animals and pets are prohibited at all Auckland Council regional parks' bookable sites and accommodation. The exception is registered aid dogs. You will need to advise our staff at time of booking if you have a registered aid dog for an exemption.
- Dogs must be on leash at all times in all other areas of our parks unless otherwise stated in the dog walking section.
Alcohol
- Visible and excessive consumption of alcohol is prohibited.
- We may ask you and your group to leave the park and terminate your permit.
Smokefree regional parks
- Our regional parks are smoke-free.
- Please observe this while staying on or using our regional parks.
Waste
All our regional parks are rubbish free. Take all rubbish and recycling with you when you leave.
Outdoor fires
It is illegal to light a fire outside in all public areas in the Auckland region.
How to access Sister Rene Shadbolt Park
- Pedestrian access ‑ 24 hours
- Car park ‑ Access the car park from Portage Road. Gates open 7am to 12midnight Monday to Friday, 7am to 1.30am Saturday and 7am to 9pm Sunday.
- Mobility parking ‑ Accessible parking spaces are close to the toilets. Gates open 7am to 12midnight Monday to Friday, 7am to 1.30am Saturday and 7am to 9pm Sunday.
What to see and do at Sister Rene Shadbolt Park
- Seating ‑ Seating is available along the path on the western side of the park, and by the playground, skate park and toilets.
- Skatepark ‑
Located near the intersection of Portage Road and Kinross Street.
Skate park safety rules
Our skate parks are not supervised.
Follow these rules to keep yourself and others safe:
- Wear a well-fitting helmet and other protective gear.
- Skate to your ability – don't try new tricks until you're confident.
- Don't sit in or walk through the skating area.
- Skate parks are for everyone – take turns, be courteous and have fun!
- Drinking fountain ‑ Drinking fountain is on the footpath by the toilets.
Sister Rene Shadbolt Park accessible map
Map of Sister Rene Shadbolt Park accessible map
Contact us to report a problem at this park