Waihora Park is a park in Mana, Porirua, with a Google rating of 4.0.
A good local park gives people room to do different things at once: open grass for games, a path for walking or pushing a pram, and somewhere to sit out of the wind. When choosing one, look at shade, drainage and whether it is set back from the road, especially with small children or a dog. Regulars know that Porirua wind can make an open space feel cooler than the forecast, so a spare layer is worth packing, and that grass stays soft for a day or two after heavy rain. Early mornings and weekday afternoons are usually the quietest times. Bring water, take your rubbish home, and check signs for dog rules.
For people in Mana and around Porirua, Waihora Park is a convenient green space close to home.