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Construction is commencing on the new, centrally located $3.9 million skatepark skatepark for Lismore, located in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales.

The design was developed by CONVIC, Australia's leading skatepark and youth space design and construction company, in consultation with the Council and the Lismore community.

CONVIC ran several community workshops in September 2023 as part of the design development process. Throughout the design stage, it also extensively consulted with key local stakeholders in the skate and riding community.

Additionally, CONVIC consulted with professional skaters, coaches, and event organisers, including Olympic skateboarding judge Renton Millar, to ensure the skatepark could attract and host competitions and training events while meeting the local community's needs.

This week sees the pouring of 2400m2 of concrete with Lismore Mayor Steve Krieg and Local State State Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin on hand to inspect the works.

Mayor Krieg noted "this is starting to get very real. This will be a game-changer for our young people who will no longer have to travel to Goonellabah to have a skate. It will also be built to such a high standard that we can host national and international competitions, adding to Lismore's already strong reputation for having the best sporting facilities in regional NSW."

The facility includes both 'street' and 'park' (bowl) sections and a covered mini ramp, which is eagerly anticipated by the local skater community. The design also includes a rail paying tribute to the late Travis Watson, an avid skater, mentor and advocate for skating in Lismore and the wider community.

The project for Lismore is fully funded by the NSW Government with $3.9 million delivered under Round 2 of the Multi-Sport Community Facility Fund.

Mayor Krieg said Council is close to finalising negotiations to bring several national skating events to Lismore.

"This new skatepark will benefit our local businesses as those playing or coming to watch these events spend money in our city, whether it's at our motels, restaurants, clothing stores or other retailers.

"With skating now an Olympic event, and many world-class skaters coming from our region, a new skate park will be another string in our bow to attract even more visitors."

Image. Lismore skatepark and youth precinct artist impression. Credit: Lismore Council 

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