100% Locally Owned, Independent and Free

100% Locally Owned, Independent and Free

Three-month upgrade to skate park to make facility 'safer and more enjoyable'

Do you have a news tip? Click here to send to our news team.

Pipeline runs dry: Coast facing office space crunch

Office space on the Sunshine Coast continues to be in short supply, according to latest figures. The vacancy rate for the Sunshine Coast market dropped More

Photo of the day: masts and nets

"A serene representation of our beautiful Mooloolah River as the sun retires for the day More nature providing gentle hues for a stunning silhouette," More

Pump track construction ramps up

A new pump track is being built at a park in the heart of the Sunshine Coast and should be ready within months. Sunshine Coast More

Man suffers serious injuries in mountain fall

A man with potentially life-threatening injuries has been airlifted to hospital after a fall at the Glass House Mountains. The man, who is in his More

Road closure for estate surprises surrounding community

The future closure of a road as part of an adjacent subdivision approval has riled residents who use it every day, although the council More

RBA cuts interest rates for first time since 2022

Rates cut at last but 'no victory on inflation yet' The Reserve Bank of Australia has cut interest rates for the first time in more More

A popular skate park is set to be enhanced, with three sections to accommodate skaters of different abilities.

Work on the Peregian Beach Skate Park will start in June and is expected to be finished in August.

Noosa mayor Frank Wilkie said the upgrade would improve the experience for skateboarders and scooter riders of all ages and skill levels.

“The design reflects advice from local skaters to ensure the new park builds on what they like about the existing facility, while improving safety,” he said.

“The upgraded park will feature three zones designed for beginners and advanced users alike, ensuring a space that everyone can enjoy.”

Key considerations in the design include using the existing footprint, retaining the current shade sail, minimising the impact on the Norfolk Island pines and coastal vegetation, mitigating coastal zone impacts, and enhancing drainage for the skate bowl.

Works are about to ramp up an a better skate park. Picture: Shutterstock.

The works will be funded by the Queensland Government’s South-East Queensland Community Stimulus Program in association with Noosa Council.

Minister for Local Government Meaghan Scanlon was keen to see the project completed.

“I look forward to seeing the lasting benefits this project will deliver for the local community,” she said.

The skate park will be closed and safety barriers will be installed to restrict access during construction.

However, access to the beach, playground, amenities and markets will remain open.

“We appreciate the community’s patience during the construction phase,” Cr Wilkie said.

“We are confident that the upgraded skate park will be a fantastic addition to Peregian Beach, providing a safer and more enjoyable environment for all users.”

Do you have an opinion to share? Submit a Letter to the Editor at Sunshine Coast News via news@sunshinecoastnews.com.au. You must include your name and suburb.

Subscribe to SCN’s free daily news email

Hidden
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
[scn_go_back_button] Return Home
Share