Ben provides support to play, active recreation and sport facilities and infrastructure planning in the Waikato. The role works alongside key external partners in spaces and places planning in the region (e.g., Territorial Local Authorities, Funders, Developers, Sport and Recreation Organisations and Iwi) and Sport Waikato staff to deliver local facilities planning outcomes. Ben also works alongside the Spaces and Places Lead in a support and coordination capacity to advance regional Plan priorities.