Central Coast Council has commenced a series of essential maintenance works across six skate parks throughout the region, including BATO Yard (Bateau Bay), Wadalba Skate Park, Picnic Point Skate Park (The Entrance), Banjo\u2019s Skate Park (Terrigal), Narara Skate Park and Kariong Skate Park.
Council Director Community Services and Recreation, Melanie Smith said these works aim to ensure the safety and longevity of these popular community facilities for skaters of all ages and abilities.
\u201cThe works are scheduled to progressively roll out until July 2024 (weather permitting), and will require short-term closures at each location while works are underway,\u201d Ms Smith said.
\u201cThe scope of the project will vary depending on the specific needs of each skate park.\u00a0
\u201cSome examples of planned work include resurfacing ramps and bowls, repairing cracks and damaged concrete, replacing worn equipment like basketball hoops and nets, and applying fresh paint and coatings.\u201d
The works schedule (weather permitting), with temporary closures whilst works are underway, is:
\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Narara Skate Park \u2013 works anticipated to commence 13 June – 18 June\u00a0
\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Banjo\u2019s Skate Park (Terrigal), works anticipated to commence 17 June – 21 June
\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Kariong Skate Park \u2013 works anticipated to commence 24 June – 28 June
\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0The Entrance Skate Park (Picnic Point) – works are underway and due for completion at the end of June
\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Wadalba Skate Park – works are underway and expected to be completed around June 21
\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Bato Yard – Skate Park completion 14 June, however the Basketball court will be closed until 20 June\u00a0
Central Coast Council Administrator, Rik Hart emphasised the importance of the skate parks to the community and the benefits of these maintenance projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThese skate parks are well loved by our community and these essential maintenance works will ensure they remain safe and enjoyable for everyone to use,\u201d Mr Hart said.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cCouncil is committed to providing quality recreational facilities for our residents, and these upgrades will help to extend the lifespan of these skate parks for many years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBy investing in these essential works, we can ensure that these community hubs continue to provide a safe and positive space for people of all ages and skills to enjoy skateboarding, BMX riding, scootering and rollerblading.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For the latest information on these temporary closures and specific works being undertaken at each skatepark, search \u2018skate park works\u2019 at www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n To view details of the 25 Council managed skates parks on the Central Coast, search \u2018skate parks\u2019 at www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Central Coast Council has commenced a series of essential maintenance works across six skate parks throughout the region, including BATO Yard (Bateau Bay), Wadalba Skate Park, Picnic Point Skate Park…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7876,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","sync_status":"","episode_type":"audio","audio_file":"","castos_file_data":"","podmotor_file_id":"","cover_image":"","cover_image_id":"","duration":"","filesize":"","filesize_raw":"","date_recorded":"","explicit":"","block":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[109],"tags":[],"series":[170],"class_list":["post-7874","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news-events","series-on-the-coast-families"],"episode_featured_image":"https:\/\/onthecoastpublications.com.au\/onthecoastfamilies\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/06\/skate-park.jpg","episode_player_image":"https:\/\/onthecoastpublications.com.au\/onthecoastfamilies\/wp-content\/plugins\/seriously-simple-podcasting\/assets\/images\/no-album-art.png","download_link":"","player_link":"","audio_player":false,"episode_data":{"playerMode":"dark","subscribeUrls":{"apple_podcasts":{"key":"apple_podcasts","url":"","label":"Apple Podcasts","class":"apple_podcasts","icon":"apple-podcasts.png"},"stitcher":{"key":"stitcher","url":"","label":"Stitcher","class":"stitcher","icon":"stitcher.png"},"google_podcasts":{"key":"google_podcasts","url":"","label":"Google Podcasts","class":"google_podcasts","icon":"google-podcasts.png"},"spotify":{"key":"spotify","url":"","label":"Spotify","class":"spotify","icon":"spotify.png"}},"rssFeedUrl":"https:\/\/onthecoastpublications.com.au\/onthecoastfamilies\/feed\/podcast\/on-the-coast-families","embedCode":"Central Coast Skate Parks Getting an Upgrade! Temporary Closures Ahead<\/a><\/blockquote>