Projects
With experience and expertise across the spectrum of creating, managing and maintaining outdoor spaces, Xyst has had a big impact on communities throughout New Zealand, Australia and Canada.
Feel free to browse through the case studies below to find out how we have helped council, local government and other people working in the public sector to find solutions for projects.
DCM Urban
Commissioning inspections give peace of mind that newly constructed playgrounds are safe and compliant, or evidence and recommendations to enable any areas of non-compliance to be effectively addressed.
Gisborne District Council
The new plan is not only technically robust but also practical, user-friendly, and aligned with Council’s operational realities and future planning needs. A focus on meaning, not word count. We will ensure the AMP integrates into the organisational suite of asset management plans.
Maintaining a living document that evolves with community needs and legislative changes. The plan development process was an opportunity to improve asset planning and management capability internally.
Invercargill City Council
The design review process gives the client peace of mind that the playground design, if correctly constructed, will meet the requirements of NZS 5828:2015. A further commissioning inspection of the completed playground is required to back up the desktop design review.
Christchurch City Council
The commissioning inspections give peace of mind that newly developed and upgraded playgrounds are safe and compliant, or evidence and recommendations to enable non-compliance to be effectively addressed.
Maribyrnong City Council
The project provided Council with an independent assessment of its tree management/urban forest service and a clear roadmap for continuous improvement by identifying and prioritisation of operational, governance, planning and risk management initiatives. Council now has a structured framework to enhance service efficiency, strengthen risk management outcomes, improve data-driven decision-making and support the long-term sustainability of its urban forest management program. The recommendations were well received by Council and established clear priorities for implementation and ongoing service maturity.
City of Greater Dandenong
Through the spatial mapping of passive park assets, the City Presentation Team now has a comprehensive understanding of the assets they are responsible for, including their location, extent, and the total area under management. This information provides a strong foundation for more informed decision-making, enabling Council to improve operational efficiencies, optimise resource allocation, achieve value for money, and enhance service delivery. The resulting spatial dataset is also essential for supporting future procurement and tendering acitivities, ensuring they can be undertaken fairly, transparently, and competitively.
Brooklyn School
Xyst conducted comprehensive inspections on their school playgrounds assisting the school to determine the condition and safety of their current playground assets and surfacing
Willoughby City Council (NSW)
The project delivered a robust, accurate and validated dataset of Council’s park assets, which enabled informed decision making for Council. Some other key benefits included improved accuracy and completeness of asset records, dat-driven prioritisation of maintenance and renewal programs, improved financial forecasting, proactive risk reduction and strategic alignment of service delivery and improvement of public open space. Public open space in turn, contributes to community recreation, amenity and wellbeing.
Matamata-Paiko District Council
Xyst completed CPTED site assessments for three public toilets and three parks in Matamata, Morrinsville, and Te Aroha giving Matamata-Piako District Council clear, practical guidance to improve safety, visibility, and community use. The reports highlight design changes that reduce crime and antisocial behaviour, while helping the Council prioritise upgrades and plan future investment in safer, more welcoming public spaces.