Construction is underway for the $3.5 million Ocean Grove District Ride Centre at Kingston Park that will accommodate 100 riders at any time.
Connewarre Ward Councillor Elise Wilkinson was joined by Ocean Grove Bike Park Committee members Julian Toscano, Megan McKnight and Rachael Thomas to turn the first sod following a Smoking Ceremony, conducted by Wadawurrung Traditional Owner Melinda Kennedy.
World Trail Unit Trust is constructing the facility and is well known in the industry as a leader in innovative mountain bike trail design and sustainable solutions.
The long-awaited district ride centre is set to open to the public in mid-2026 and will boast multiple jump lines catering for beginner to advanced riders and an asphalt pump track, accessible to a range of wheeled uses including mountain bikes, BMX and scooters.
The layout and features bring together ideas and feedback raised during community consultation and by the Community Reference Group.
The ride centre's landscape design demonstrates a strong commitment to protecting the park's surrounding remnant landscape conservation zones and will integrate local provenance indigenous plant species. By adopting this design approach, the project can ensure ecological resilience, enhance local Bellarine Peninsula biodiversity and celebrate long-term sustainability.
Greater Geelong Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM
Users of Kingston Park will notice a lot of activity at the site.We know that bike and scooter riders are gearing up to test out the Ocean Grove District Ride Centre and only have to wait until mid-next year for it to be up and running.
We can't wait to watch this much anticipated facility take shape and be enjoyed by the community.
Councillor Wilkinson
I'm excited to see the project reach such an exciting milestone.Council is proud to invest $3.5 million into this industry-leading, flagship riding facility for local and visiting riders.
The Ocean Grove District Ride Centre is driven by community demand and shaped by local voices - we thank residents and riders for ensuring this project became a reality.
