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 Council is constructing the facility at Forestwood Drive Park, next to Wises Road and Forestwood Road, at Buderim.
Councillor Ted Hungerford shared his enthusiasm for the project.
“We’ve listened to what our community wanted and a pump track in Buderim was strongly supported by residents who are seeking different recreation opportunities close by,” he said.
“The pump track design has a focus on beginner and intermediate local riders, and I know it will be popular with young families and kids of all ages.
“I’m thrilled we are delivering this facility for Buderim and working together with our community was a great opportunity for residents to help shape our local recreation areas.”
A pump track allows riders to generate momentum on their bikes by using up-and-down body movements instead of pedalling or pushing.
Council invited the community in 2023 to share their thoughts on the best location for a track. The location and concept design were again shared with the community in 2024 and council invited the community to have their say on the design in January.
“I appreciate all those who took the time to provide feedback when we asked for your input on the location for the pump track, and again with the design,” Cr Hungerford said.
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“We considered the feedback received from our community and have incorporated some of the excellent suggestions into the design of the pump track and surrounds.
“Some of the amendments we made include better buffer planting and barriers, more seating for park users to sit and watch the action, shade trees, and screen planting along the fence lines of adjacent properties.
“We will also investigate providing a shade sail over the pump track and a drink fountain in the park, for possible implementation in future years.
“This is another example of how we are connecting and engaging with our communities to build a better future for everyone. I look forward to seeing the track in action once complete.”
The final design for the pump track, including the amendments council made to the concept plan, can be seen on council’s website.
Construction started on February 3 and is scheduled for completion in early April, weather and site conditions permitting.
The Buderim track has been designed to have a small footprint, to maintain a large open space for kick and throw activities.
There is also a popular track at Sugar Bag Road in Caloundra West, which is for all skill levels.
