Hi i'm Alice. A mum of 2 kids who is keen to see a more challenging playground for my growing kids. I am helping with the fundraising, particularly the grant applications. It has been a great learning experience being part of a fantastic / motivated team working towards such a great asset for Timaru.

Hi I’m Brent Birchfield also known as The Captain of Port FM. During my 28 years in the radio business in South Canterbury, it was great to be able to support the people and organisations in our community in so many different ways. Now out of radio for three years, it is good to work with OJ in bringing about CPlay. I know he likes me keeping him grounded! I assist in a variety of ways. I now have five very young grandchildren so find myself at many playgrounds throughout the country. They are such fun places for kids and with the proposed ideas for CPlay, I know it will a real treat for children and grown- ups to enjoy.

Hi I am Chris, Roselyn and I have two girls. I have been meeting with many of you during our community consultation, helping choose the play equipment and working with our great Partners the Timaru District Council on improving drainage. I'm keen to see a playground where everyone regardless of age and ability can find some free fun.

Hello, I'm John Rushton, Father of three boys, husband of one Vicki and an Architect by profession. Caroline Bay is a special public space and I have enjoyed being involved in a number of community projects including the skate park design, bike skills park design and the Alexander Life-boat shelter thats on its way. It is exciting seeing each new project offer more diversity and activities and I have enjoyed helping the designs to link in a cohesive way. I am involved with the CPlay project for a variety of reasons. I bring my designs skills to the group along with a passion for providing the best for our districts kids, our families, and wider whanau. Its an exciting project with a desire by the whole team to achieve a vibrant play focused space that reflects our place and its people.

Hi, I think South Canterbury is a truly superb community. I should know. I've lived here all my life, raised a family and built a business. I'm joining the CPlay committee because I think it's time we focus on initiatives that will grow and enhance our youth in the district. In my 40 years in business, I've learned that to generate real change you start by building a strong team with a clear direction and focus. Having sold my business I have the time, commitment, and energy to help the team at CPlay realise a incredible playground. 

Hi, I’m Lynette. Born and raised in Timaru, I have fond childhood memories of Caroline Bay and the opportunities for play it has provided to many generations of children growing up. With grandchildren of my own, I now enjoy making memories with them through their play and am excited to be involved as part of the CPlay committee, planning for the refurbishment of the Caroline Bay playground and enhancing the potential for fun and creativity. I am passionate about our community and encouraging our youth and young adults to achieve their goals within a safe environment, it is important that they are able to play and relax in an environment that also provides a challenge.

Hi I'm Owen Jackson (OJ) and I've been a passionate advocate for an inclusive destination playground at Caroline Bay for the past 3 years or so. It's been a privilege to lead the CPlay team and together create a unique playground space to learn, grow, connect and most importantly have FUN. In particular the past year has made us all realize how important it is to connect and look after our health and well being. An upgraded Caroline Bay Playground ticks all the right boxes, it shares some of our story and gives the Timaru district an asset they can be really proud of for now and for generations to come.

Hi, I'm Rose. Chris and I have two girls and have lots of fun at the Districts 43 playgrounds. So excited to be a part of the CPlay team. I've been helping with graphic design, social media and the website. The stories that help shape the brief were really fascinating to me and I've really enjoyed listening and learning to help pull this together. Knowing where we have come from, helps our kids better know themselves.

Hello, I am Sarah Mills and I'm a mother of 5 kids. I'm really passionate about creating a playground that caters to all ages. I also love history so I've loved learning about the history of Timaru which is where my husband and kids are from. This new playground will be an amazing asset to Timaru and can't wait for my kids and everyone else kids and family to be able to enjoy it for many many years.

Big thank you to our families, friends, clubs, associations and work places that support us to create the new playground for Caroline Bay