An upgraded Kyneton Skate Park is looking more certain after federal Labor matched the Liberals’ funding election pledge last week.
Bendigo MP Lisa Chesters visited the skate park on Monday, April 14 to announce that if re-elected, Labor will contribute $750,000 towards upgrading the Kyneton Skate Park – which was identified as a priority in a strategy adopted by Macedon Ranges in 2023 due to its poor condition.
The funding will go towards the design and construction of a new district facility at the site – located at the Kyneton Showgrounds – including a new skatepark, pump track, and other active youth spaces, subject to final detailed design and planning requirements.
Ms Chesters said that the redevelopment of the skate park is “such a great project that is good for people’s physical and mental health.“
“Skating is a fun, physical activity that provides health, social and other benefits for many people outside of organised sport,“ Ms Chesters said.
“The existing facility isn’t meeting the community’s expectations, nor is it suitable for those learning to ride, skate or scoot,“ she said.
“A new Kyneton Skate Park will provide the space for people of all ages to get active in Kyneton.“
The skate park was constructed in 2001.
