A new children's play area is to be constructed on Parliament's front lawn, in an attempt to make "families and children feel more welcome".
Speaker of the House Trevor Mallard said today in a press release the new play space on the smaller front lawn aims to increase Parliament's accessibility for both children and adults, and to create a more welcoming and enjoyable experience.
"The play space will also help to meet the rapidly growing need for play spaces in Wellington, as inner city apartment living becomes more common for young families, " the statement said.
"While designs are not yet finalised, the space will use natural materials to blend in with the surroundings, and will reflect the history of the land and the significance of its location."
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is expected to give birth any day, while another member of parliament - the Greens' Julie Anne Genter - is also pregnant.
At least two others bring young children to work regularly.
Mr Mallard made headlines last year by cradling Labour MP Willow-Jean Prime's three-month-old baby in the Speaker's chair in parliament during a debate on paid parental leave.
Building is set to begin this spring.
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