Goodwood - Woodwaste Solutions

12/08/2026

Has your playground woodchip gone hard? 👀

If your playground surface feels more compacted than it used to, it doesn’t necessarily mean it needs to be completely replaced.

Playground woodchip naturally changes over time due to foot traffic, weather, displacement and general use — but the real question is whether there’s still enough depth to help absorb a fall.

So, what can you do about compacted woodchip?
🌱 Can raking help?
🌱 When is a top-up needed?
🌱 What areas of your playground should you be checking?

We’ve broken it all down in our latest blog, including a simple 2-minute playground check you can do yourself.

👉 Read the full blog: https://goodwoodnz.co.nz/why-has-my-playground-woodchip-gone-hard/

04/08/2026

Have you ever noticed playground woodchip seems to disappear?

It doesn't just vanish randomly. In fact, there are three key areas where playground surfacing wears away the fastest – and they're often the spots that matter most for child safety.

If these areas aren't regularly checked and topped up, your playground may no longer be providing the level of impact protection it was designed for.

In our latest blog, we cover:
✔️ The 3 places woodchip disappears first
✔️ Why it happens
✔️ Simple maintenance tips to keep your playground safer for longer

A quick inspection today could help prevent a bigger issue tomorrow.

📖 Read the full blog here:

The 3 Places Playground Woodchip Disappears First (And What to Do About It) If you've ever looked at your playground and thought, "I'm sure there used to be more woodchip than this," you're probably right. Playground surfacing doesn't wear away evenly. Even when the majority of your playground looks...

29/06/2026

We've got some exciting news... 🎉

Goodwood has been nominated for New Zealand's Most Trusted Award 2026.

This nomination means a lot to our team because it's a reflection of the trust our customers, suppliers and community have placed in us over the years. Whether you've used our animal bedding, landscape mulch, Goodfall playground surfacing or trusted us with your wood recycling, thank you for being part of our journey.

If we've made a positive difference to your business or project, we'd be incredibly grateful for your support.

To submit your vote, simply leave us a review on the Most Trusted Awards website. It only takes a couple of minutes, and every review helps recognise the hard work our team puts in every day.

🗳️ Leave your review and vote here: https://mosttrusted.co.nz/item/goodwood-ltd/

Thank you for supporting local and for being part of the Goodwood journey. We couldn't do it without you. ❤️

22/06/2026

🎉 Celebrating 10 Years with Goodwood! 🎉

Today, we had the pleasure of celebrating an incredible milestone – 10 years of Jo Innes being part of the Goodwood team.

Over the past decade, Jo has been a valued member of our business, bringing dedication, hard work, positivity, and a genuine commitment to both our team and our customers. Her contribution has helped shape Goodwood into the company it is today.

Thank you, Jo, for your loyalty, passion, and the countless ways you’ve made a difference over the last 10 years. We are grateful to have you as part of the Goodwood family and look forward to many more years ahead. ❤️🐮🌱

10/06/2026

🚜 WE'RE HIRING | Commercial & Rural Sales Representative 🚜

Do you enjoy building relationships, getting out on the road, and working with New Zealand businesses, schools and farmers?

We're looking for a motivated Commercial & Rural Sales Representative to join the Goodwood team and help grow our presence across the Central North Island.

This is an exciting opportunity to represent a trusted range of animal bedding, playground surfacing, and landscaping products while working for a 100% New Zealand-owned business focused on sustainability and innovation.

✔ Based in Hamilton
✔ Company vehicle provided
✔ Established territory with growth potential
✔ Supportive team environment
✔ Long-term career opportunities

If you're a driven sales professional who thrives on creating strong customer relationships and delivering solutions that make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch to learn more below 👇
https://goodwoodnz.co.nz/goodwood/careers/

04/06/2026

🐄 Fresh bedding, happy cows, and a great shoutout from !

A huge thanks to The Once a Day Farmer for featuring Goodwood Animal Bedding in his latest YouTube video. Having used our bedding before, it's great to see him coming back for another load and sharing his experience with his audience.

We're proud to provide a sustainable, high-quality bedding solution that farmers can rely on, and there's nothing better than seeing it put to work on Kiwi farms.

Thanks for the support – we really appreciate it!

Check it out 👇🏼
https://youtu.be/-knF8hRnP-8?si=R6ClZDYW62LtBhEH

02/06/2026

Happy cows. Comfortable environment. Quality bedding.

Another compost barn customer enjoying a fresh fill this season 🐄

Looking at winter prep? Get in touch with Goodwood. 🪵

31/05/2026

Keeping untreated timber moving ♻️

Our recovery operations help divert timber waste from landfill and turn it into useful environmental products.

Looking for a sustainable timber waste solution? Talk to the team.

29/05/2026

Safe. Sustainable. Suitable for Play. Goodfall is an engineered woodchip manufactured under strict quality control measures.

Safety Certified, environmentally friendly and gentle on little feet.

Goodfall playground mulch is ideal for:
• Schools
• Parks
• Childcare centres
• Community spaces

Want to see the benefits too? Get in touch today!

27/05/2026

“Friendly and efficient.”

Simple words that mean a lot to our team 🙌

Thanks to all our customers who continue to support Goodwood.

Worked with Goodwood before? Leave us a review.