Introducing sensory accessibility kits in PlayHQ

PlayHQ is thrilled to have new sensory accessibility kits available for tamariki that need them. If tamariki start to feel overwhelmed, whānau can now ask at the front desk and our PlayHQ hosts will grab a sensory kit for you. The kits contain earmuffs, polarized sunglasses, a soft weighted blanket, and calming sensory toys. There […]

Conductive paint surprises and delights

Conductive paint is delighting and surprising tamariki in the newest PlayHQ activation. Clever networks of conductive paint have been painted beneath the surface of the animal boxes in Topsy Turvy. When touched, the circuit is completed and noises emerge from a speaker hidden within. The animal boxes feature hidden circuits made of conductive paint. Conductive […]

Returning home to Te Matapihi

We’re moving to Wellington’s new central library, Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui, in early 2026.

Located in the central city and opening out onto Te Ngākau Civic Square, Te Matapihi will be an integral part of Pōneke. It will be a hub for library services, exhibitions and cultural experiences, and will house City Archives and Nōku te Ao Capital E.

Topsy Turvy is a treat for your senses

Topsy Turvy, PlayHQ’s latest play activation for under 5s, has been delighting tamariki and caregivers since it opened in June this year. The space is designed to encourage tamariki to use different senses to explore the world around them: Eyes: Explore the spinner wall, a mural wall with surprises hidden within, warped mirrors and light […]