Kulim Park in Ōtūmoetai will be closed to vehicles this Saturday.

A Tauranga City Council spokesperson says the park will be closed while concrete is being poured to complete new shared pathways.

"The park will still be open to pedestrians and cyclists and the car park will re-open again in the afternoon.

"The car park at the Tauranga Yacht Club at the Kulim Avenue end of the park will be open for limited parking.

"Tauranga City Council is carrying out an extensive upgrade to the park, including a new playground, 3x3 basketball court, parking layout and shared pathways.

"Most of the construction was completed by Christmas last year, including the new playground, however finishing touches are still being added."

To find out more about the Kulim Park upgrade visit the website.