Abstract
Examines where in New Zealand 'third places' (spaces for socialising, making friends and building community) have been created and how successful local government has been at implementing the design and planning of informal public spaces. Discovers through research that in NZ, the urban form is largely designed to give privacy, as opposed to strengthening local community. Points out the importance of ensuring informal public space is part of the local planning process. Source: National Library of New Zealand Te Puna Matauranga o Aotearoa, licensed by the Department of Internal Affairs for re-use under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 New Zealand Licence.