The Waurn Ponds skate park was reopened this week after being closed for a year for redevelopment.
The $1.94 million redesign of the skate park includes a suite of new features such as seating and shade, a new recreation area and a smart node, while retaining and improving upon the park’s pre-existing snake run bowl, drain area and steel halfpipe.
Community sport minister Ros Spence, Geelong mayor Trent Sullivan, Kardinia Ward councillors Belinda Moloney and Ron Nelson and South Barwon Member Darren Cheeseman were all in attendance at the official reopening.
Councillor Moloney said the park’s additional facilities would broaden its appeal.
“Being close to the shops, pool and cinemas, the skate park is a key recreational and social space for young people across Waurn Ponds and surrounding suburbs,” Cr Moloney said.
“People from all backgrounds, genders and levels, from beginners to future Olympians should feel at home using the Waurn Ponds Skate Park.
“Whether you’re just starting or reaching for the Olympics, we believe this skate park will support your journey.”
Councillor Nelson, a former user of the skate park, said he was excited to see the newly-redeveloped facility.
“I know first-hand the value this facility has for young people, so it’s fantastic we’ve been able to give it a new lease on life,” Cr Nelson said.
“The site had built a reputation as one of the best outdoor skate parks in Australia, and this revitalisation will ensure it caters to a new generation of users.”
The City of Greater Geelong invited members of the public to visit yoursay.geelongaustralia.com.au to give feedback on the completed works.
