Construction of a new pump track on the Sunshine Coast is expected to start this year.
The facility will be built at Lions and Norrie Job Memorial Park at Coolum Beach, after a community engagement phase demonstrated strong support for it.
Students from Coolum State Primary School and Coolum State High School were among those to get behind it.
A pump track is a venue where riders can generate momentum on their bikes by up-and-down body movements, instead of pedalling or pushing.
Councillor Maria Suarez said it would be a “fantastic addition” to the park.
“It will certainly amp up the thrills and fun for Coolum residents,” she said.
“It will also mesh perfectly with the new basketball half-court, making sure there’s plenty of action-packed fun on offer.
“Once completed, this pump track will be a showcase of how we are connecting and engaging with our communities to build a better future for everyone.”
Council received 132 survey responses providing feedback on the draft concept plan for the park.
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“The pump track has a lot of support with locals, with 70 per cent of those who provided feedback indicating they would use the track on a weekly basis,” Cr Suarez said.
“Our community told us they wanted track features like taller jumps and pumps, crossover opportunities including the ability to jump between multiple jumps, coastal-coloured line markings, higher drop-ins to generate speed and tabletop jumps.
“Additionally, they requested amenities such as water fountain/bottle fill stations, shaded seating, hang-out areas, bins and a playground for kids.”
The suggestions will be considered by the design team as the concept design is finalised.
Council will engage a specialist contractor to finalise the design and build the track.
Construction timeframes will be determined when the specialist contractor is engaged.
The final concept plan will be shared with the community before construction begins, which is scheduled for late 2025.
Meanwhile, a pump track is still under construction at Buderim.
Work started in early February and was due to be built by early April but works have been delayed due to the effects of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred and recent wet weather.
It’s anticipated to be completed by mid-May, weather permitting.
Council also has a pump track at Sugar Bag Road in Caloundra West.
