New skate facilities for Brisbane through Get Playing Plus

Plans are underway for three new and two upgraded Brisbane skating facilities through the Queensland Government’s Get Playing Plus initiative.

Sport and Racing Minister Bill Byrne said the Queensland Government had committed $1.5 million in funding to Brisbane City Council, subject to approvals, for new and upgraded skating facilities.

“This is an exciting project for Brisbane skateboarders and BMX enthusiasts, which will enhance or deliver five skating facilities across the region,” Minister Byrne said.

Fitzgibbon District Park at Bracken Ridge, Dorrington Park at Ashgrove and Fihelly Street Park at Grovely will all receive brand new skateboarding and BMX facilities.

Existing skate parks at Neal Macrossan Park in Paddington and DJ Sherrington Park in Inala will receive upgrades to improve the overall flow and functionality of the facilities, while addressing drainage and safety issues.

“We’re looking forward to working with the Brisbane City Council to make this project a reality and deliver greater participation in sport and recreation at the grassroots level,” Minister Byrne said.

The skate park projects are a part of the Queensland Government’sGet Playing Plus, a component of Get in the Game, that provides funding contributions for new or existing infrastructure development projects from $300,000 to a maximum of $1.5 million.

“Our goal is to ensure more Queenslanders are getting outdoors, staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle,” he said.

“It’s always a pleasure to work with clubs, organisations, local councils and government to help improve facilities for members and the local community.”

Further information on our funding programs is available at www.npsr.qld.gov.au/getinthegame.

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