Griffith City Council is set to move forward with the construction of the Pump Track, awarding the design and construction tender to renowned company World Trail Pty Ltd.
The $445,000 project is funded under the Stronger Country Communities Fund and will be situated on Olympic Street, between the Skate Park and the Griffith Community Centre.
Council held successful consultation sessions last year, obtaining valuable feedback which has been taken on board for the design of the Pump Track.
The asphalt pump track will feature rollers, doubles, dragonbacks, roller berms and multiple transitions. The amenities will include a shelter with a BBQ, tables and benches, a bicycle service station and a water bottle fill station.
Griffith Mayor, Councillor Doug Curran said it's great to see work on the pump track commencing.
"World Trail is one of the largest and most experienced companies in the world and Council is fortunate to be working with them on the Pump Track," said Councillor Curran.
"The community has gotten behind this project from the beginning, and it will be great to see riders of all ages enjoying it once completed.
"This project has been in the planning phase for quite some time and it is exciting to progress to the construction phase - I can't wait to see the work begin," he added.
The pump track is centrally located within a walking distance from surrounding neighbourhoods and the CBD. The Olympic Street area has been identified as a Youth Precinct and incorporates and links a number of youth sporting and active recreational facilities in a single area including the PCYC Service, Griffith Regional Aquatic & Leisure Centre, Skate Park and the recently completed Community Centre.
Construction is set to commence in March and is expected to be completed by June 30, 2022 (weather permitting).
