Cessnock City Council has celebrated the opening of the new $2.2m Cessnock Regional Skatepark at Mount View Park.
Mayor Dan Watton was joined by Federal Member for Hunter Daniel Repacholi to mark the launch of the region’s first dedicated, regional-level skate facility.
The completed project delivers a state-of-the-art skatepark designed to offer local skaters and wheeled sports enthusiasts a world-class space to develop their skills and engage in physical activity.
“It’s fantastic to see a regional level facility like his brought to life right here in Cessnock,” said Mayor Watton.
“Sports infrastructure plays a critical role in promoting community health, physical activity, and connection, and this skatepark will allow more people to take part in sport, whether they’re training competitively or just for fun.
“This project is a significant addition to our area, and I look forward to seeing people of all ages enjoying it – including my own family!”
Mr Repacholi said skatepark was a fantastic addition to Cessnock, providing a world-class space for skaters of all ages to enjoy.
“It’s projects like this that bring our communities together and encourage healthy, active lifestyles,” he said.
“The Federal Government is proud to have contributed $1,000,000 as part of an election commitment to help make this project a reality. I’m thrilled to see it come to life and can’t wait to see how it benefits the region.”
Along with Council contributions, this project was made possible with grant funding from the Australian Government’s Investing in Our Communities program.
