August 2024 - Project Update

Construction works at the Lismore Skatepark and Youth Precinct are due to commence. Initial site set up will be completed through September 2024, with construction to break ground in October 2024. The project is expected to be completed mid-2025.

After a long process of working through some unexpected ground conditions at the project site, these issues have now been resolved with the final concept design now completed and works due to commence on site in just a few weeks. The design has been developed by Australia’s leading skatepark and youth space design and construction company, CONVIC, in consultation with Council and our community.

CONVIC ran several community workshops in September 2023 as part of the design development process, as well as extensive consultation with key local stakeholders in the skate and riding community through the design stage. Additionally, CONVIC have also consulted with professional skaters, coaches and event organisers including Olympic Skateboarding judge Renton Millar, to ensure our skatepark is fit for attracting and hosting competitions and training events, as well as meeting the needs of our local community.

The facility will include both “street” and “park” (bowl) sections, as well as a covered mini ramp, which is eagerly anticipated by the local community. The design also includes a rail paying tribute to the late Travis Watson, who was an avid skater, mentor and advocate for skating in Lismore and the wider community.

Click HERE to see the latest designs in detail.

Throughout construction, Council will be working with competition operators, local skate community and sporting bodies to develop a calendar of events.

Project updates will be available on Council's website as the construction progresses.