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Cessnock Skate and BMX Facilities Needs Assessment 2020 Previous Relevant Community Consultation Findings Summary Cessnock Youth Centre Outreach Service Consultation Between May and August 2009, the Cessnock Youth Centre Outreach Service conducted several workshops with local youths. Outcomes with regards to skate parks found that: � BMX and Scooter are the more popular forms of use at skate parks in the Cessnock Local Government Area; � Young people primarily access skate parks by car or parents; � All young people engaged attended skate parks on a weekly basis, while fewer attended every day. Of the young people consulted they stated they would like to see the following: � rails, spine ramp, snake runs, ‘ghetto’ ramp; � rubbish bins; � seats, shade shelters and public toilets for active users, spectators and parents; � prefer one big skate/bike park in a central area compared to a few smaller parks; � must have secure ramps and equipment; and � upgrade Bellbird BMX facility; on average there are up to 40 kids there after school. Cessnock Fifteen young people consulted in 2009 stated they dislike the Cessnock Skate Park and people that attend the park. The 24 young people consulted about Cessnock Skate Park stated that they would like to see the following: � different elements; � bigger park and elements; � more flat area, more cement after jumps; � relocation of Cessnock skate park to Aberdare or West Cessnock; � upgrade Cessnock Skate Park is a priority; � need more than one skate park in Cessnock; alternative areas could be Bellbird or West Cessnock; � drainage and retaining walls; � seats, bins, toilets, lights; � variety for all ages; and � trees. Kurri Kurri Skate Park Fifteen young people consulted in 2009 stated they like the Kurri Kurri Skate Park (CYCOS 2009). Of the 24 young people consulted regarding skate parks it was identified that: � the Kurri Kurri Skate Park is always getting set on fire, is dirty, always broken glass around, and motor bikes get in; and � nobody goes to Kurri Skate Park. Community Research Report A survey conducted by external consultants in August 2009 revealed a low satisfaction level of facilities and services for young people (Micromex Research, 2009). Page 60
Cessnock Skate and BMX Facilities Needs Assessment 2020 Cessnock 2020 Community Plan From the Cessnock 2020 Community Plan youth workshop (28 participants) young people expressed a need to upgrade existing skate parks, provide more skate parks and install lighting at skate parks (Cessnock City Council, 2010). Page 61
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