Last updated July 2026
Te Mārua / Boggust Park is a neighbourhood park and playground in Favona, South Auckland, featuring equipment for different age groups alongside sports facilities and open space. The park sits within a volcanic tuff ring that forms a natural amphitheatre with a circular pathway around its edge. Access points include Lenore Road, Otago Place and the end of Bukem Place, with on-street parking required. Facilities include a large playground with a fenced junior area, basket swing, basketball half-court, fitness equipment, cricket pitch, picnic tables and accessible toilets. The park is free to use and forms part of Auckland’s volcanic field.
Practical Information
| Park | Te Mārua / Boggust Park, 55R Lenore Road, Favona |
| Access | Lenore Road, Otago Place, end of Bukem Place (on-street parking) |
| Playgrounds | Large playground with fenced junior area; additional equipment on site |
| Other facilities | Basket swing, large timber structure with tyre swing, basketball half-court, fitness equipment, cricket pitch, picnic tables, accessible toilets |
| Natural feature | Volcanic tuff ring forming natural amphitheatre with circular pathway |
| Dogs | Must be on leash at all times |
| Shade | No shade over playground; bring hat and sunscreen |
| Cost | Free |
About Te Mārua / Boggust Park
Te Mārua / Boggust Park serves as a local recreation space in the Favona suburb of South Auckland. It combines play equipment suitable for younger and older children with sports facilities and open grassed areas. The junior playground section is fenced, providing a contained space with slides, sand play and other equipment, while additional structures support climbing and swinging activities.
The park includes a basketball half-court on the southern side, fitness stations along pathways, a cricket pitch and picnic tables. Accessible toilets are located near the main areas. The entire park is smokefree, and alcohol is subject to Auckland’s public place bans.
Paths wind through the park, including the circular route around the tuff ring edge, offering space for walking and informal play. The setting within a residential neighbourhood makes it convenient for local families.
The Volcanic Tuff Ring
The park occupies the centre of a small volcanic tuff ring, a circular ridge formed by ancient eruptive material. This feature creates a natural amphitheatre shape with a pathway following the rim, which is a distinctive element in an urban park setting. It belongs to the broader Auckland volcanic field that includes nearby sites such as Māngere Mountain.
Where to Learn More
Auckland Council — Te Mārua / Boggust Park: official page with facility details, access information and park rules.
Auckland for Kids — Favona’s Te Mārua Boggust Park Playground: family-oriented notes and photos of the playground areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Te Mārua / Boggust Park?
At 55R Lenore Road in Favona, South Auckland. Access from Lenore Road, Otago Place or the end of Bukem Place.
Is the junior playground fenced?
Yes, the junior play area is fenced.
What sports facilities are available?
Basketball half-court, fitness equipment and a cricket pitch.
What is the volcanic tuff ring?
A circular ridge from an ancient eruption that forms a natural amphitheatre with a pathway around the edge.
Are toilets available?
Yes, accessible toilets are on site near the main areas.
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.
Is there shade at the playground?
No shade structures cover the playground; visitors should bring hats and sunscreen.
Is the park free?
Yes, entry and use of all facilities are free.
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