Delivering the Papakura Military Camp Kindy: A Kaupapa of Collaboration

In September 2025, Leighs Construction completed work on the early childcare centre at Papakura Military Camp (PMC), a project led by the NZSAS Trust. The centre will support 55 children, giving service and base personnel the peace of mind of having their tamariki close by.

Our role included the installation of timber decking, stairs, ramps, handrails, cabinetry, internal timber walls, doors, windows, and roof framing between the buildings. We also repaired water-damaged cladding, completed gib lining, and ensured the final fit-out was delivered to a high standard.

“The service men and women at Papakura Military Camp do vitally important work for New Zealand. We were delighted to assist with the Kindy project, knowing it will provide real benefit to their whānau.” Anthony Leighs, Founder of Leighs Construction

Collaboration in Action

The project brought together Leighs, other builders, painters, landscapers, and electricians from the Defence Force. Up to five Leighs carpenters worked on site at any one time, and the Leighs team extended their time to ensure the project was completed to the client’s expectations.

“This project has been a great reminder of what good teamwork and shared purpose can achieve. It’s been a privilege to work alongside the Trust and our partners to deliver something that will make a real difference for families at Papakura Military Camp.” Jay Cho, Leighs Project Manager

Close collaboration and shared pride in the work helped create a facility that is safe, welcoming, and fit for purpose, while strengthening the relationship between Leighs and the NZSAS Trust.

Community Impact

The Kindy will support families on base, reducing travel time and costs while keeping tamariki close to their whānau. The Trust and project supervisor recorded a short video thanking Leighs for the donation, craftsmanship, and support, highlighting the meaningful impact of this collaboration.

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“We’ve really valued the opportunity to work with the NZSAS Trust and our project partners. It’s been a great example of how collaboration and shared pride in our work can deliver something special for the PMC community.” Tony Emery, Leighs Operations Manager, North Island

The project exemplifies Leighs’ commitment to community-focused projects and demonstrates how teamwork, expertise, and shared purpose can deliver spaces that matter.