People, Programmes and Play

Great facilities only reach their potential when people come through the doors.

We work with groups to develop strategies that bring spaces to life. Whether it’s active recreation, structured sport, or casual play, our focus is on getting people engaged and moving.

Programmes matter. We help you design activities and initiatives that not only activate your space, but also contribute to healthier, more connected communities.

We also support the development of revenue-generating strategies that are easy to implement—ensuring your facility is vibrant, busy, and sustainable for the long term.

Projects Undertaken By RSL

We’ve partnered with a wide range of organisations to bring their facility, planning, and activation goals to life. To help you explore our experience, we’ve grouped our project summaries by sector—so you can see the kind of work we’ve done with others like you.

Project Summaries

Here are some of the ways we’ve helped facilities thrive through well-designed programming and activation. Each summary gives a snapshot of the project scope, who we worked with, and the outcomes achieved. From concept testing to full feasibility and business case development, these projects highlight the depth and variety of our work—and how we tailor our approach to each client’s unique needs and context.

What We've Done
Tauranga City Council Youth Space Feasibility Study Project 
Tauranga City Council Youth Space Feasibility Study Project 

RSL was commissioned to undertake a feasibility study to understand the need for a youth centre, or network of centres, as a proactive response to supporting rangatahi across Tauranga City.   

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Invercargill Play in the City Business Case
Invercargill Play in the City Business Case

RSL Consultancy partnered with a design firm to develop a business case which explored the concept of Play in the City and enabled Invercargill City Council (ICC) to consider a range of options for investment in urban play in Invercargill. 

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Mainland Football Facilities Plan
Mainland Football Facilities Plan

The provision of competition and practise facilities is a critical factor to help football remain a strong, vibrant sport. RSL Consultancy was engaged to develop a forward-thinking facilities plan outlining the future requirements of the sport.

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Explore Our Other Services

Looking for more ways RSL can support your project? Check out our full range of planning, strategy and activation services.

  • "Richard Lindsay's experience and insight delivers significant value to recreation and sport projects. He can contribute to international sporting facility planning or a local community pool and walkway development. His approach is particularly refreshing and engaging connecting to the range of stakeholders that contribute to this work. Whether your need is a detailed objective report or a philosophical discussion over a cup of tea I fully endorse Richard's capabilities."

    David Bailey – Recreation Services Manager – Christchurch City Council

  • "When it comes to consulting within the sport and recreations sector, it’s hard to go past Richard Lindsay. With over 20 years professional experience working in local and central government, combined with his working knowledge and understanding of both the sport and recreation systems, he’s an asset to any consultancy project. From facility development, to the formulation of strategy, or policy review, he’s done it all. His cost effective and pragmatic approach, combined with a customer focused, relatable manner makes him an asset to our sector."

    Julyan Falloon – Chief Executive, Sport Canterbury

  • "Richard is a passionate, committed, articulate and knowledgeable professional who will add value to any project. I thoroughly enjoy working with him and would not hesitate to work with him again if the opportunity arose."

    Alison Law, Parks And Recreation Manager, Kāpiti Coast District Council

  • “I must say it is a pleasure to work with a consultancy that is knowledgeable and able to deliver appropriate solutions in a timely manner.”

    Bill Steans, Parks and Recreation Manager, Timaru District Council