Skate park works enter second stage

WORKS to deliver upgrades to the Bannockburn Skate Park have now entered stage two of development.

Member for Geelong Christine Couzens, visited the site to announce the progress on Monday morning last week with Golden Plains Shire mayor Cr Brett Cunningham.

The site’s overhaul is being funded with $805,000 through the State Government’s Growing Suburbs Fund, and more than $184,000 from the municipality.

Stage two works began on Monday following last week’s announcement, and Ms Couzens said the overhaul will provide better recreational infrastructure for the region’s young people.

“It’s so important to invest in both the physical and mental wellbeing of our young people,” she said.

“The upgrades of this skate park will offer the growing population of skaters, BMX and scooter riders a safer place to be active and social and offer them a facility to enjoy and enhance their skills.”

Once complete, the overhaul’s second stage will deliver a new multi-purpose skate bowl, while the overall project boasts improved street furniture, lighting, shelter, pathways, and a barbecue area.

Cr Cunningham said the upgraded skate park is catering for a growing Bannockburn.

“We are thrilled that the Skate Park Upgrade project is coming to life with the commencement of construction,” he said.

“The upgraded park will provide an active space for users in Bannockburn, surrounding towns and visitors.

“The younger generation is rapidly growing in Golden Plains Shire, and this Skate Park upgrade will provide a fun, safe and engaging space for community connection and active recreation.”

Stage two works are expected to be complete in November.