Wednesday, February 12, 2025

New park a game-changer for Alice Springs

The Northern Territory’s much-anticipated Regional Skate and Play Precinct at Newland Park has officially broken ground, marking a major milestone in a game-changing project for the Alice Springs community.

Member for Lingiari, Marion Scrymgour, was joined by Northern Territory Government Minister for Logistics and Infrastructure, Bill Yan MLA; Alice Springs Mayor, Matt Paterson and representatives from MPH Construction to kick off the project with a sod-turning ceremony yesterday.

The finished precinct will include a regional level skate park that has been designed with thorough community consultation, as well playground equipment, green spaces and ample shading.

It will also include a pump track, 3×3 basketball court, dog park and expanded car parking to enhance opportunities for recreation and social connection.

The state-of-the-art facility is a joint project between three levels of government, with a $4 million commitment from the Australian Government under its Priority Community Infrastructure Program, $1.8 million from the Northern Territory Government and $2.8 million from Alice Springs Town Council.

Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister, Catherine King said the project was a fantastic example of the incredible benefits that can be delivered for communities when all three levels of government work together.

“Our CLP government is proud to back the development of Newland Park as part of our $27 million infrastructure plan to make Alice Springs an even better place to live,” said Northern Territory Government Minister for Logistics and Infrastructure, Bill Yan MLA.

“This plan is all about delivering better sporting facilities that support the well-being of our community, especially for our kids. We can’t wait to see the skate park finished and watch the Alice Springs community enjoy the benefits it’ll bring.”

Mayor Paterson said the project was an important investment in the community’s future.

“We can’t wait to see this come to life. The Regional Skate and Play Precinct is something that will benefit young people for generations to come and it’s exciting to begin work so quickly to have this project completed in 2025,” said Mayor Paterson.

“I’d like to thank the Australian Government and the Northern Territory Government for their significant contributions to this project. This shows how the community can benefi when all three levels of government work together.”

“Our joint funding will see the existing parkland get a much-needed upgrade and a range of brand-new amenities, to provide a bigger community and play hub for residents, community groups and visitors to Alice Springs to enjoy.”

Member for Lingiari, Marion Scrymgour said construction on the project would also provide critical local employment opportunities by supporting 31 jobs.

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