Thornlie Skate Park on track for completion by Christmas

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The first stage of the City of Gosnells Thornlie Civic Precinct Revitalisation Project is due to be completed by Christmas.
Mayor Olwen Searle said the precinct was being redesigned to encourage positive behaviour and give better access to the Skate Park, Leisure World and the Thornlie Library.
“The installation of the skate park’s lighting, additional CCTV cameras, limestone walls and pathways is almost complete – with the shade shelter currently under construction,” Mayor Searle said.
“Renovation of the existing grassed area is also being carried out.”
Mayor Searle said funding was provided by the Commonwealth Attorney General’s department under the ‘Safer Suburbs Plan’.
“Upcoming events at the upgraded Thornlie Skate Park include skateboard and BMX coaching clinics with professional instructors – with skating from 10am to noon on 9 January 2010, and BMX from noon to 2pm on the same day,” she said.
“These clinics are suitable for all ages and skill levels, from seven-years-old and upwards, with participants only needing a helmet, enclosed shoes and a skateboard or BMX bike”.
“There will also be a free skateboard and BMX competition on 16 January 2010 from 11am to 4pm – with helmets, food, drinks and music supplied and great prizes from Folklore Skateboards and Jet Cycles.”
For more information call City of Gosnells Youth Services on 9452 9913.



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