Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 Acknowledgements The Sunshine Coast Council project team would like to recognise the significant number of individuals and organisations for their contribution during the community engagement process and in the development of this Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 for the Sunshine Coast region. They include: ►► Sunshine Coast Council Councillors and officers ►► Project Reference Group members ►► community organisations (neighbourhood community centres, surf clubs) ►► active facility users Disclaimer ►► community members This report has been prepared by the Wellbeing Planning ►► Department of Communities, Sport and Recreation and Programs Unit, Sunshine Coast Council for the Services purposes of providing direction for addressing skate and ►► local businesses BMX facilities and opportunities on the Sunshine Coast. ►► BMX sporting clubs ►► Skateboarding Australia Information in this report is based on available data at the ►► Stella Maris Catholic College time of writing. This is a strategic document which deals ►► Coolum State High School with technical matters in a summary way only. Council or ►► State High School its officers accept no responsibility for any loss occasioned ►► State High School to any person acting or refraining from acting in reliance ►► Project Working Group members upon any material contained in this report. ►► Plan C project consultants ►► Convic Design © Sunshine Coast Regional Council 2011. We would also like to give a special thanks to all skate www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au and BMX park users or user groups who were consulted [email protected] during the audit or through the ‘Meet us in the Park’ events T 07 5475 7272 F 07 5475 7277 for their valuable feedback, who are not mentioned above. Locked Bag 72 Sunshine Coast Mail Centre Qld 4560 Contents

Foreword...... 5 Message from the Mayor and Community Policy and Programs Portfolio Councillor...... 5 Executive summary...... 6 1 Plan framework...... 8 1.1 Purpose...... 9 1.2 About this document...... 9 1.3 Background...... 9 1.4 Need...... 9 1.5 Scope...... 9 1.6 Methodology...... 10 1.7 Plan alignment...... 10 2 Strategic context...... 12 2.1 The Sunshine Coast in context...... 13 2.2 Governance...... 14 2.3 Skate and BMX facility user profiles...... 14 2.4 Participation rates...... 15 2.5 Skate and BMX facility trends...... 16 2.6 Differing needs of skaters and BMX riders...... 16 2.7 BMX dirt parks...... 16 2.8 Skate and BMX economic development potential...... 17 2.9 Consultation findings summary...... 18 2.10 Methods to assist the delivery and maintenance of the Skate and BMX Network...... 19 2.11 Fencing...... 20 2.12 Development processes...... 20 3 Skate and BMX facility audit ...... 22 3.1 Existing skate and BMX facilities...... 23 3.2 Audit findings summary...... 23 3.3 Considerations for policy and strategy planning...... 24 3.4 Skate and BMX facility type hierarchy...... 25 3.5 Existing skate and BMX facility network audit...... 26 3.6 Benchmarking...... 28 4 Desired Standards of Service policy...... 32 4.1 Catchment and provision standards...... 33 4.2 Site selection criteria for skate and BMX facilities...... 33 4.3 Site selection considerations...... 36 4.4 Development and management principles...... 38 4.5 Maintenance and management famework...... 40 4.6 Embellishments for skate and BMX facilities...... 42 5 Supply and demand assessment...... 44

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 3 6 Vision, strategy and recommendations...... 52 6.1 Vision...... 53 6.2 Guiding principles...... 53 6.3 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 strategic framework...... 54 6.4 Strategies and actions...... 55 6.5 Abbreviations...... 55 7 Existing facility recommendations...... 62 Beerwah District Skate and BMX Facility...... 63 Bli Bli Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 64 Kuluin Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 65 Caloundra District Skate and BMX Facility...... 66 Coolum District Skate and BMX Facility...... 67 Cooran Neighbourhood Skate and BMX Facility...... 68 Cooroy Local Skate and BMX Facility and BMX Dirt Park...... 69 Currimundi Neighbourhood Skate and BMX Facility...... 70 Dicky Beach District Skate and BMX Facility...... 71 Eumundi Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 72 Eudlo Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 73 Boreen Point Neighbourhood Skate and BMX Facility...... 74 Landsborough Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 75 Little Mountain Neighbourhood Skate and BMX Facility...... 76 Maleny Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 77 Mapleton Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 78 Pacific Paradise Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 79 Mudjimba Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 80 Alexandra Headlands District Skate and BMX Facility...... 81 Mooloolah Valley Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 82 Mooloolah Valley BMX Race Facility...... 83 District Skate and BMX Facility...... 84 Palmwoods Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 85 Peregian Beach Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 86 Persimmon Park Skate Ditch...... 86 Pomona Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 87 Kenilworth Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 88 Sippy Downs Neighbourhood Skate and BMX Facilities...... 89 Sunshine Beach District Skate and BMX Facility...... 90 Neighbourhood Skate and BMX Facility...... 91 Kawana District Skate and BMX Facility...... 92 Yandina Local Skate and BMX Facility...... 93 Yandina District BMX Race Facility...... 94 Sundial BMX Park...... 95 8 Planning, embellishment and implementation...... 96 Glossary...... 102 Appendix 1: Site selection criterion checklist...... 105

4 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 Foreword Message from the Mayor and Community Policy and Programs Portfolio Councillor

The Sunshine Coast is renowned as diverse and vibrant network of skate and BMX a lifestyle region – a place where our facilities into the future. The Sunshine Coast residents and visitors can make the most Council has an important role in facilitating of our warm climate and beautiful natural improved opportunities and outcomes for assets to get outdoors and get active. publicly accessible community infrastructure As one of Australia’s fastest growing and is committed to working with the community regions, the Sunshine Coast will face many and key agencies to achieve this. opportunities and challenges in meeting Council has undertaken an extensive the needs of current and future population community engagement process to growth to ensure we build healthy and understand the needs of the community. vibrant communities. This information has been directly reflected Sport and active recreation infrastructure play in the recommendations of this Plan, which a vital role in providing opportunities to support provide clear guidance on how council can healthy lifestyles and increase the wellbeing work in partnership with key agencies and the of our communities. Skate and BMX facilities community to ensure the Sunshine Coast Skate are particularly important as places for our and BMX Network continues to meet the needs children and young people to get outdoors, of our diverse and growing communities. increase their physical activity, enhance their We commend the Sunshine Coast community coordination and interact with their peers in a for the valued input into the Sunshine Coast positive way. Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 and look This Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan forward to working together to achieve the 2011-2020 provides a framework to respond to community’s aspirations and council's vision ‘to growth and change throughout the region and be Australia’s most sustainable region – vibrant, ensure our communities continue to access a green and diverse.’

Cr Jenny McKay Cr Bob Abbot Community Policy and Programs Mayor Portfolio Councillor Executive summary Skate and BMX facilities play a significant The vision of the Sunshine Coast Skate and role in the region’s community infrastructure BMX Plan 2011-2020 is ‘to offer a diverse and building the social capital of our range of quality skate and BMX facilities existing 70,000 children and young people. and broader infrastructure across the region It is important that Sunshine Coast Council which positively contributes towards the understands this role and develops a Sunshine Coast’s character, identity and framework which responds to population vibrancy and helps attain physically active growth demands, the changing needs of and healthy communities.’ skate and BMX facility users and community planning processes. Four outcome areas have been identified which The Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan support this vision: 2011-2020 has been developed to guide the ►► planning a diverse and accessible Skate and planning, development and management of the BMX Network Skate and BMX Network across the Sunshine ►► sustainably utilising skate and BMX facilities Coast region for the next 10 years. ►► keeping the community well informed and The Skate and BMX Network is defined as involved publicly accessible skate and BMX facilities, ►► collaborating and developing partnerships. which includes 32 concrete skate and BMX facilities and four BMX Dirt Parks within These outcome areas have been identified council’s recreation parks and sports grounds. from community engagement and stakeholder consultation, and outline how council and key These facilities currently accommodate agencies will work together over the next ten the needs of a range of users including years in the implementation of this Plan. skateboarders, BMX and mountain bike riders, roller bladers, scooter riders, rip-stick riders Key features of this Plan include: and in-line skaters. In the future it is proposed ►► a Desired Standards of Service guide that more contemporary venues consider the ►► an implementation plan inclusion of other community functions to cater for a broader audience. ►► annual management and maintenance estimates This network currently performs well in terms ►► the identification of partnership opportunities of quantity, however a number of failings have ►► information to inform council’s planning been identified in the development of this Plan. processes and charging schedules. These include: ►► the majority of the region’s facilities are The Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan small-scale with duplicated styles, elements 2011-2020 has been prepared collaboratively and experiences which only service localised with the community and contributes towards catchment areas the achievement of council's vision ‘to be ►► user conflicts due to poor facility design and Australia's most sustainable region – vibrant, placement green, diverse’ by providing opportunities for healthy, active and vibrant Sunshine Coast ►► poor linkages to transport and other communities. community infrastructure. In response, the Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 outlines council’s approach to working with key stakeholders/ partners to address these issues and maximise the opportunities of the network to ensure it meets the changing needs of the growing population on the Sunshine Coast.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 7 1 Plan framework 1.1 Purpose 1.3 Background The Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan Prior to the formation of the Sunshine Coast 2011-2020 articulates council’s commitment Council in 2008, the three previous councils and intent with regard to the provision, in the local government areas of Caloundra, embellishment and management of the Maroochy and Noosa demonstrated a region’s skate and BMX facilities for existing commitment to skate and BMX facilities through and future generations. a variety of practices and planning methods. These practices and various forms of planning It also provides a strong policy framework to have provided important references and were be used as a guide in relation to planning, essential in preparing a new, integrated regional allocation of resources and the development strategy for future planning that meets the and management of our Skate and BMX needs of diverse communities. Network across the region. A detailed review of council’s current strategy The purpose of the Plan is to: frameworks, strategic documents and policies ►► inform council’s planning and operational has been conducted to ensure the Plan activities and council’s higher-order strategic aligns with and supports Sunshine Coast documents Council frameworks and priorities. Previously ►► guide council and community decision- recommended facility sites identified have been making for the next 10 years brought forward and reconsidered as part of this ►► engage the community and educate investigation process. A comprehensive review stakeholders to respond to the growing of all previous documents and guiding strategies demand for skate and BMX facilities is contained in Volume 2: Plan support. ►► drive a range of actions to deliver upon the vision for the next 10 years. 1.4 Need The need to prepare the Sunshine Coast Skate 1.2 About this document and BMX Plan 2011-2020 has also emerged This document has been informed by from: two supporting resources which outlined ►► a significant number of requests for the findings of preliminary research and improvement and development of facilities consultation. A brief overview of the structure ►► the need to prioritise capital projects to of these documents is outlined in Table 1: improve and provide for skate and BMX Structure of supporting documents. demands ►► the need to define the role of council in the provision of skate and BMX facilities Table 1: Structure of supporting documents ►► council’s priority to ‘encourage healthy and Volume 2 balanced lifestyles and promote physical activity and recreation’ (Sunshine Coast Plan support Council Corporate Plan 2009-2014). ►► Literature review ►► Legislation review 1.5 Scope ►► Demographic analysis ►► Participation and activity trends This Plan focuses on the Sunshine Coast ►► Resource management and opportunity Council local government area and conducted provision an analysis of public skate and BMX facilities ►► Consultation outcomes across the region including both concrete skate ►► Risk inspection checklist and BMX facilities and BMX dirt parks through council’s 44 Localities of Interest. Volume 3 Supporting resources The Plan also acknowledges the existence of one privately owned skate and BMX facility at ►► Summary of Locality of Interest findings and reviews opportunities for future ►► Locality of Interest audit partnership arrangements which can further ►► Facility audit contribute to the region's network.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 9 1.6 Methodology The Corporate Plan identifies a number of key Table 2: Methodology approach outlines the themes, which are important for consideration three-stage approach undertaken in preparation as part of this Plan, including: of the Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan ►► Social Cohesion 2011-2020. ►► Health and Wellbeing ►► Accessibility and Connectedness. Table 2: Methodology approach A number of corporate strategies stem from Stage 1 the Corporate Plan. Of particular importance to the success of this Plan is the Sunshine Background research, audit and community Coast Open Space Strategy 2011 and engagement subsequent Recreation Park Plan (currently ►► Inspection of facilities under development) which articulate council’s ►► Community consultation – Round 1 commitment, role and intent in the provision of ►► Identification of trends and issues open space for existing and future generations. ►► Identification of maintenance requirements Skate and BMX facilities rely on the provision ►► Formulation of a regional hierarchy and and embellishment of open spaces through establishment of Desired Standards of Service recreation parks and sports grounds across the region. Therefore recommendations within this Stage 2 Plan closely align with council’s Open Space Analysis and Plan development Strategy framework to ensure clear and well articulated guidance for the future provision ►► Analysis of data and research literature review and embellishment of skate and BMX facilities ►► Identification of trends and issues across the region. ►► Drafting of Plan ►► Undertake peer review As a result, this Plan informs and supports the ►► Community consultation – Round 2 Open Space Strategy and provides specific ►► Internal staff workshop policy direction for the planning, development and management of skate and BMX facilities Stage 3 throughout the region. Final Plan While specific actions are recommended in ►► Finalisation of Plan relation to some key issues, the Sunshine ►► Adoption by council Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 is ►► Implementation and further community primarily concerned with strategy and policy engagement direction and is intended to provide operational guidance, not details. However, it does outline guiding principles and proposes a number of 1.7 Plan alignment actions which involve planning, management The Sunshine Coast Council Corporate Plan and design of skate and BMX facilities. 2009-2014 outlines the priorities and strategies Outcomes of these strategies will contribute council will pursue over time to achieve its towards the achievement of council’s vision and corporate goals. Council’s commitments are future Community Plan aspirations. Figure 1: articulated in this document which states that Council's policy framework outlines how the ‘an active and healthy community is resilient Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011- and enhances the quality of people’s life’. 2020 align to council's policy framework. Council plays a role in community wellbeing through implementing safety initiatives, preventative health and education programs, provision of community sport and recreational opportunities and facilitating community interaction. Council's also responsible for ensuring the region’s preparedness to deal with natural disasters.

10 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 Community Plan

Innovation and creativity Managing growth

Accessibility Robust Health and Social Ecological Great and economy wellbeing cohesion sustainability governance connectedness

Productivity People People People Planet

Social Sustainable Affordable Social Planning Cultural Open Space Transport Living Infrastructure Framework

Sport and Recreation Recreation Active Trail Park Recreation

Skate and BMX

Figure 1: Council's policy framework

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 11 2 Strategic context 2.1 The Sunshine Coast in context Map 1: Sunshine Coast in context The Sunshine Coast is a rapidly growing region located approximately 100 kilometres north of (see Map 1: Sunshine Coast in context). The Sunshine Coast itself is a sub-region of the South East (SEQ) Regional Planning area. The SEQ region is recognised by Queensland Department of Infrastructure and Planning as one of Australia’s fastest growing regions, which extends north from the Gold Coast to Noosa, and west to Toowoomba.

Table 3: Sunshine Coast quick facts12 Population (2008)1 310,000 people Population 25.4% aged 5-24 years Forecast population 500,000 people (approx.) (2031) Average growth 9-10,000 people per year (1986-2006) Total dwellings (2006) 122,811 Dwellings – detached 76% Overnight visitors2 3 million per year

(Extract from the Sunshine Coast Council Housing Needs Assessment, 2009.) The central coastal area of the region is also The population of the Sunshine Coast makes up the largest contributor to the Sunshine Coast about 10 per cent of the population of South East economy and home to the Principal Activity Queensland. The region has and will continue Centre (PAC) of Maroochydore. The major to experience levels of population growth that urban areas of Caloundra, Golden Beach, exceeds state and national averages. This Kings Beach, Maroochydore, Alexandra population base is mostly concentrated along the Headlands, , Coolum, Tewantin coast, all the way from Golden Beach in the south and Noosa Heads accommodate a relatively to Noosa Heads in the north. Urban development broad mix of low, medium and high density to date has been largely concentrated within 10 residential developments, in addition to a kilometres of the coastline. range of commercial and community services. These areas are also the major focus of visitor However, this relative share of population is accommodation and services in the region. likely to change over time until 2031, as some of these suburbs approach their capacity, In addition, a number of the hinterland towns, and ‘newer’ suburbs such as Sippy Downs, such as Beerwah, Maleny, Nambour, Yandina, Palmview and Caloundra South are developed, Eumundi and Cooroy also support thriving increasing allowable densities and hence rural communities and play an important role population numbers. in defining the character and identity of the Sunshine Coast.

1 Population figures drawn from Department of The Sunshine Coast has a greater percentage Infrastructure and Planning – Planning Information and Forecasting Unit (PIFU) – Population and of residents aged over 65 years and a lower housing fact sheet (August 2008) percentage of residents aged 15 to 24 years 2 Tourism figures drawn from Tourism Research compared to SEQ. Conversely, the percentage Australia – Tourism Profiles for Local Government of residents aged 5 to 14 years on the Sunshine Areas in Regional Australia (March 2008) Coast is comparable to SEQ.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 13 2.2 Governance 2.3 Skate and BMX facility user At a time when significant growth is occurring profiles on the Sunshine Coast, there are many The predominant age range of users of competing activities and priorities in our concrete skate and BMX facilities and region. To maintain a competitive edge, it is infrastructure usually tends to peak between important to attract appropriate activities whilst the ages of 5 to 16 years and slowly decline maintaining the quality of life that makes the between the ages of 16 to 24 years. However, Sunshine Coast so unique. In order to achieve consultation and background research, this, the Sunshine Coast Council needs to conducted as part of this Plan, also indicated embrace a sustainable approach to providing a broad range of users which extends up to 50 opportunities and an environment which years of age, resulting in an intergenerational positively contributes to improvement in the use of skate and BMX facilities on the Sunshine health and wellbeing of our community. Coast. In response, council recognises the need for a The predominant age range of BMX (bicycle quadruple bottom line approach to planning and motocross) off-road bicycle racing was identified governance through its vision ‘to be Australia’s as being between 6 to 12 years. However, most sustainable region – vibrant, green, consultation and research also indicated that and diverse’ and this Plan forms part of that this Olympic sport appears to be growing in governance framework which assists towards popularity with riders ranging in age from 3 to the attainment of council’s vision. 60 years of age, resulting in intergenerational use of BMX dirt racing facilities. As a result, localised demographic population information for the age cohort of 5 to 24 years was predominately utilised (where available) to benchmark provision standards for skate and BMX facilities across the region (see Table 4: Population profile findings). It is also important that the Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 recognises that contemporary facilities must be designed to accommodate and integrate a number of styles and other community requirements.

Table 4: Population profile findings Population profile findings Age Sunshine Coast 5-14 38,014 people 13.8% 350,670 people 13.6% 15-24 31,951 people 11.6% 367,394 people 14.2%

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2006 See Volume 2: Plan support and Volume 3: Support resources for a more detailed demographic analysis.

14 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 2.4 Participation rates In relation to young people aged 15 to 24 In 2006, involvement in skateboarding, years, 6.7 per cent participated in cycling rollerblading, scooter riding and bike riding3 and 1.3 per cent participated in roller sports in Australia by children aged 5 to 14 years (which include inline hockey, rollerblading, over a two week period was 24 per cent and skateboarding and all other roller sports). 68 per cent respectively and in 2009 this altered In Queensland, children aged 5 to 14 years to 49.3 per cent and 60.4 per cent respectively. have the third highest rate of participation in Children aged 8, 9 and 10 years have the skateboarding/rollerblading compared to other highest participation rates in skateboarding/ states and territories. Whereas, bike riding in rollerblading at 28.5 per cent, 30.8 per cent, Queensland has the fifth highest participation 28.4 per cent respectively. Children aged 5, 6 rate compared to other states and territories. and 7 years have the highest participation rates 5 in bike riding at 75.1 per cent, 75.0 per cent and Research also reveals that approximately 76.3 per cent respectively. 48 per cent of children aged 5 to 14 years who participate in skateboarding/rollerblading and 4 In 2008, cycling (which includes the riding of bike riding did so for two hours or less and BMX bicycles at skate facilities) rated fourth males in Australia have a higher participation in the top ten physical activities in Australia, rate in skateboarding/rollerblading and bike with a total participation rate of 10.2 per cent. riding compared to females.

3 Refers to informal physical activity and includes 5 Sources: Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2006, BMX and mountain bike Children's Participation in Cultural and Leisure 4 Is defined as BMX and mountain bike riding Activities, Australia.Standing Committee on Recreation and Sport, 2009, Participation in Exercise, Recreation and Sport Survey 2008 Annual Report. The Superstudy of Sports Participation, Volume II, Recreational Sports (2004). American Sports Data, Inc. Hartsdale, N.Y. Womensport Queensland Fact Sheet, Female Participation in Sport.

Implications to the Plan Participation ►► Ensure development of an adequate number of skate and BMX facilities given the high participation in these activities compared to other forms of recreation. ►► Ensure skate facilities include beginner areas to meet the needs of the highest percentage of skate and BMX participants aged 5 to 16 years. ►► Ensure equity issues are addressed in terms of provision for children and young people. ►► Ensure safety issues are addressed when designing and locating facilities. ►► Development of national standard skate and BMX facilities may assist in attracting and retaining children, young people and young families within the Sunshine Coast region. ►► Maximise facility utilisation by providing pathway connections and public transport options to all facilities. ►► Improvements in physical activity will help to reduce chronic diseases and the burden on the health system. ►► Ensure consultation with user groups to design facilities and encourage diverse usage. ►► Consider co-location with compatible activities.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 15 2.5 Skate and BMX facility trends alternative active recreation activity populating 9 Globally, skate and BMX facilities are becoming skate and BMX facilities. On the Sunshine more diverse in terms of style and types of Coast, as a result of the small number of facilities, given the increasing popularity for and existing skate and BMX facilities and the evolution of these activities (see Glossary). popularity of skateboarding, BMX and scooter riding, overcrowding, congestion and collision Best practice research reveals a trend in issues at popular facilities are occurring which the development of larger, diverse, more in turn creates significant user-conflicts that challenging and integrated skate and BMX could be avoided through more considerate facilities.6 The development of skate dots and design solutions. spots (smaller scale, single or minimal element facilities integrated within an urban or park 2.6 Differing needs of skaters and setting) is emerging as a speedy and efficient means of delivering facilities within easy access BMX riders to a large number of active users. Skaters and BMX riders, while both utilising the same facility, have their own specific Currently, there is an international trend requirements. In North America and some areas toward street/skate plaza style skating with in Australia (i.e. Beenleigh) separate purpose- an approximate 78 per cent of skaters (mostly built facilities for each discipline are being young skaters) identifying as street skaters.7 developed instead of incorporating skate and However, there are limited opportunities for BMX elements in the one facility. This approach legalised street skating on the Sunshine Coast should be considered within the conceptual due to the deficiency in street elements within process of designing future facilities. current facilities. Best practice in the United States currently recommend a balance of 2.7 BMX dirt parks 60 per cent street to 40 per cent transition elements for skate facilities. Specific BMX dirt parks offer BMX riders an opportunity to hone their skills. The introduction Integrated, multi-use youth and skate and of these sport-specific parks can help to reduce BMX facilities are emerging around Australia the intensity of use on other skate and BMX (i.e. Redland Youth Plaza and Geelong Youth facilities as well as reducing some conflicts Activities Area). Better designed facilities that associated with overcrowding at concrete skate consider the needs of a broader range of young and BMX facilities. people (e.g. seating, shade, art elements and events infrastructure) can increase the However, BMX dirt parks require a higher attractiveness of facilities to a greater range of level of maintenance and care and greater risk young people and the broader community. management controls than concrete skate and BMX facilities due to the inherent nature of dirt The activation of skate and BMX facilities jumps eroding and dirt infrastructure suffering as event spaces is also a growing trend that the effects of the SEQ climate. Larger BMX dirt makes these facilities more accessible to a parks are usually provided when demands are wider range of the community. well understood and a BMX club can be given the responsibility to maintain such facilities. The Freestyle BMX (the name given to people who provision of smaller dirt parks needs careful perform tricks and stunts on a BMX consisting assessment, as the resource requirements of five disciplines: ‘street’, ‘park’, ‘vert’, ‘trails’ to effectively maintain and manage the risks or ‘dirt jumping’, and ‘flatland’) is a growing associated with these are onerous. activity8 and scooter riding is now a popular

6 Identified from national and international research and outcomes from consultation across various skate and BMX projects in SEQ and Australia 7 Board Trac survey, 2006 8 Standing Committee on Recreation and Sport, 2009, Participation In Exercise, Recreation And Sport Survey 2008 Annual Report, and Sport England, 9 From observations with skate and BMX facility users 2008, Active People Survey 2007/08 and industry stakeholder consultation

16 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 2.8 Skate and BMX economic existing or planned supporting infrastructure development potential and services, such as public transport, retail outlets, restaurants/cafés, accommodation Consultation undertaken as part of this Plan and complementary community and cultural revealed that dedicated skaters and BMX riders infrastructure. are highly mobile and are willing to travel long distances to high quality facilities which offer a There may be a need to investigate potential unique experience. Such facilities attract users private partnerships in these central locations regionally, nationally and internationally. ‘Skate as the land availability is usually at a premium. Tourism’ is increasing in the SEQ region and Partnerships within shopping centres or there is an excellent opportunity for Sunshine large building developments could also be Coast Council to capitalise on the economic considered rather than utilising the traditional development potential, cost recovery and social open space land. benefits these facilities offer. This also indicates that in developed areas (with high 17 to 24 Private providers in other areas (e.g. Ramp year user participation and advanced public Attack in Geebung, Brisbane) have started transport systems servicing outlying areas) catering to growing SEQ skate and BMX large facilities may be able to be located outside tourism demands by providing major indoor of urban areas. However, given the Sunshine skate and BMX facilities within industrial Coast’s user-profile and largely dispersed precincts. This trend provides an example urban population, a central area would be more of how private providers may be able to desirable due to potential for complementary complement council’s Skate and BMX Network business development and the availability of in the future.

Implications to the Plan Trends, needs and tourism ►► There is a lack of diversity in facility styles, particularly street style/skate plaza facilities. ►► There is a need to build/upgrade existing facilities into larger scale facilities to cater to the needs of a range of active and passive user groups and other youth functions. ►► Skate dots and spots can help to complete the network of opportunities and provide for moderate needs in isolated areas some distance from another facility. ►► Opportunity to integrate skate and BMX facilities easily within other recreation and community infrastructure environments. ►► Concentrate on larger BMX dirt parks which can be managed by a BMX club. Consider MOUs with community groups to manage smaller parks or consider removal from the network. ►► Capitalise on economic development potential, cost recovery and social benefits by developing facilities that appeal to skate and BMX tourism (i.e. larger facilities). ►► A need to investigate optimum locations for large scale and iconic facilities. ►► Develop Desired Standards of Service which help detail the rationale for future provision and embellishment levels for skate and BMX facilities across the region. ►► Develop informative signage including code of conduct and risk management instructions for skate and BMX facility users across the region. ►► Consider mechanisms within the planning scheme to support the compatibility of indoor skate and BMX facilities within industrial land use and other suitable precincts and pursue partnership opportunities with private providers. ►► Recognise that private providers may have a role in the future Skate and BMX Network through the provision of indoor facilities in central locations within shopping centres or large building developments.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 17 2.9 Consultation findings summary ►► conflict between skaters and BMX riders, A consultation process was undertaken to including serious collisions, is a key safety ensure that the ideas, aspirations and concerns issue of users and wider community members were ►► pathway access to some facilities is lacking considered in the development of this Plan. ►► poor proximity of facilities to public transport Consultation findings were developed using makes access difficult a wide range of engagement tools including ►► key management issues include the adverse skate and BMX reference group meetings, affects of graffiti and high pressure cleaning Councillor telephone interviews, council officer on facility surfaces, user participation in workshops, online forum, school workshops, design and maintenance, and encouraging ‘Meet us in the Park’ events, a community better relationships with surrounding sector workshop, telephone interviews, key businesses. stakeholder and roving interviews, online surveys and a community forum. The results of Additionally, in recent years, council the consultation and stakeholder engagement has received a number of requests for processes and an assessment of the condition improvements to existing facilities or of the current facilities have identified that: development of new facilities. However, due to ►► the majority of sites are ageing rapidly and the informal nature of the activity it is difficult to some no longer meet the needs of users obtain relevant statistical data on the rates of participation within the community to support ►► the existing BMX dirt jumps are in poor these requests. condition and are costly to maintain ►► some facilities have been developed in A comprehensive overview of consultation inappropriate locations (poor visibility, difficult findings can be found in Volume 2: Plan to access, too close to other land uses) support.

Implications to the Plan Consultation ►► Many facilities require upgrades/embellishments and complementary amenities. ►► Facilities should incorporate a variety of elements/design styles to ensure they offer a range of diverse opportunities and can reduce user conflicts and impacts. ►► Small freestyle BMX parks are difficult and costly to maintain to safe standards and are not meeting user needs. ►► There appears to be strong support for new major skate and BMX facilities which are located in close proximity to public transport and/or in accessible locations. ►► Inappropriately located facilities may require relocation in the longer term.

18 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 2.10 Methods to assist the delivery Table 5: Assistance mechanisms and maintenance of the Skate Partner Mechanism and BMX Network Development Monetary contributions Council currently pays both capital and ongoing contributions triggered through the maintenance costs for the majority of skate development process and BMX facilities on the Sunshine Coast. As a Infrastructure Community infrastructure result, it is important that council maximise the agreements contributed through a support and resources available to help create, development agreement, embellish, maintain and manage this essential usually for major development community infrastructure. areas The Statutory Guideline (SPA) 01/09 Priority Government Various state and federal Infrastructure Plans and Infrastructure Charges grants community grants are available Schedule details the elements which may be which usually contribute included in the calculation of the ‘chargeable’ towards the cost of capital component of any infrastructure plan. In respect works. to skate parks, capital works to support growth Community These groups (such as BMX are eligible to be included in infrastructure organisations clubs) can maintain facilities charges calculations and this Plan will inform such as BMX dirt parks. this process. Private Commercial skate and BMX Research and consultation revealed a variety of providers providers can establish and run methods (see Table 5: Assistance mechanisms) (usually) large indoor facilities. which can assist in the delivery and management of the Skate and BMX Network and these methods should be exploited in an endeavour to help ensure the best possible outcome for the community.

Implications to the Plan Methods to assist delivery and maintenance of the Skate and BMX Network ►► The delivery of future skate and BMX infrastructure has the potential to be included within infrastructure agreements within major development areas. ►► New skate facilities catering for growth may be eligible to be included in infrastructure charges. ►► State and federal funding can complement available funding and enhance the network. ►► Community partnerships with community organisations can help towards maintaining the quality of the network, particularly BMX dirt parks. ►► Private providers can provide ‘pay for use’ usually high-quality facilities and this can complement council’s own Skate and BMX Network. ►► Opportunities for private providers to contribute towards the network should be considered.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 19 2.11 Fencing 2.12 Development processes The fencing or delineation of skate and BMX The development of new or redevelopment of facilities is a somewhat topical issue. Current existing skate and BMX facilities can occur in observations, user feedback and consultation several ways: with internal staff indicates that there may ►► Greenfield development for a new facility be value in the fencing of some facilities, on currently undeveloped land in dedicated particularly sites which: parkland areas created through both a ►► experience regular anti-social behaviour structure and master planning process for ►► require delineated space new urban areas ►► are identified as requiring fencing following ►► new Brownfield development where facilities a Crime Prevention Through Environmental are integrated within existing urban areas Design (CPTED) analysis and audit usually on existing parkland or council owned land ►► require higher levels of asset protection ►► upgraded facilities where smaller scale ►► are part of a facility management facilities are upgraded to a higher arrangement categorisation ►► are a public risk. ►► skate dots and spots are integrated to Technical specifications must ensure fencing existing public spaces and streetscapes can withstand vandalism and the site specific as part of public art, place making, as elements. improvement schemes or small-scale development. This Plan’s recommendations have considered the opportunties and constraints of various development models in Volume 2: Plan support and Volume 3: Support resources and outlines where facilities have the potential to be upgraded or developed with least impact to existing or new communities.

Implications to the Plan Fencing and development process ►► Fencing may be required at some facilities. Any fencing installed must be able to withstand vandalism and any site specific elements. ►► While key localities in established areas have been identified, the availability of appropriate land is a challenging factor to future development. ►► It is usually easier to redevelop existing facilities as opposed to finding new sites. ►► Sites that have the benefit of forward planning, therefore the Plan should make recommendations to match predicted demand. ►► Skate dots and spots can complement the neighbourhood/local facility network across the Sunshine Coast region.

20 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 21 3 Skate and BMX facility audit 3.1 Existing skate and BMX facilities ►► Majority of facilities are beginner to In total, there are currently 36 facilities across intermediate. Most do not cater for advanced the Sunshine Coast comprising 32 concrete users. skate and BMX facilities and four BMX dirt ►► Lack of challenge level/variety likely to create parks. Map 2: Existing Skate and BMX Facilities conflict between users. provides the indicative location and type of ►► Larger facilities do not cater well for beginners. each facility. Use and facility users 3.2 Audit findings summary ►► Increased popularity for scooters (particularly A comprehensive audit of the existing skate younger riders) and increasing demand for and BMX facility supply across the region was children’s areas to be integrated within skate undertaken, with the full findings provided in and BMX facilities. Volume 3: Supporting resources. The following ►► Mid-week – more scooters and youngsters section provides a summary of the key findings. under 14 years of age. Table 7: Skate and BMX facility type hierarchy ►► Weekends – more skaters and BMX riders defines local and district facilities. with less scooters, mostly 14 years and older. ►► Inter-generational use (generally fathers with Scale sons/daughters). ►► The majority of existing facilities in the region ►► More mobile skaters from outside Sunshine are small-scale, local level facilities only Coast present. servicing neighbourhood catchment areas. ►► Approximately equal numbers skaters and ►► The largest facilities in the region service a BMX riders using concrete facilities with few surrounding and immediate local areas. some user conflicts observed. ►► Current facilities provide opportunities to be ►► Conflicts due to poor facility design and expanded or upgraded over time. placement. Distribution and provision of existing facilities ►► Poor transport linkages to facilities. ►► There is a good distribution of local skate and Management and maintenance BMX facilities across the region, comprised mainly of small scale skate parks servicing ►► The large number of small scale facilities is the local catchments. onerous and expensive to maintain. Figures from the former Maroochy Shire estimate ►► There are few freestyle BMX facilities, due annual maintenance costs of cleaning, graffiti to the resources required to adequately removal, inspections and minor maintenance maintain these facilities (see Glossary). is approximately $9500 per facility. The ►► There is a deficiency in purpose-built greatest proportion of this cost is cleaning concrete freestyle BMX facilities. (see Volume 2: Plan support). ►► There are no indoor facilities in the region. ►► Shade sails cost up to $7000 to repair each time they are damaged. Users indicated a Style of facility preference for additional elements in lieu of ►► The majority of the region’s local facilities shade structures. duplicate styles, elements and experiences. ►► 60 per cent of skate and BMX facilities have ►► 62 per cent of parks have transition/ramps some level of erosion around platforms and (with minimal street elements). embankments. ►► There is a lack of street style and flow style ►► 42 per cent have some level of rough, pitted facilities across the study area. and cracked surfaces and uneven joins, generally on the older facilities. Challenge levels ►► 14 per cent have been identified to experience ►► 94 per cent of skate parks include beginner some level of drainage/water issues. elements, 79 per cent intermediate and ►► 14 per cent have damaged coping to varying 17 per cent advanced elements. degrees.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 23 ►► Mixed amenities support facility provision economic value of the region. To ensure this (e.g. water, seating, shade, toilets) and are network is managed and developed to keep generally accessible, but not always directly pace with growth, change and community servicing the skate park. expectations requires detailed planning. To ►► A small number of facilities lack basic assist this process the Skate and BMX Network amenities (i.e. seating and rubbish bins). has been itemised into a number of key elements (see Table 6: Key network elements). ►► Some perceptions of anti-social behaviours associated with certain facilities. ►► One facility is managed by Caloundra Aquatic Table 6: Key network elements Lifestyle Centre, who charge for entry and provide toilets and first aid if required. The Element Description cost of entry was raised during consultation. Facility type The type and capacity of the infrastructure 3.3 Considerations for policy and Subtype The function and size of what will strategy planning be found Audit and consultation findings clearly Catchment The distance people travel to the determined that the Sunshine Coast has a facility functional and highly valued Skate and BMX Provision The amount of infrastructure or Network which contributes to the lifestyle, facilities provided character, social, cultural, environmental and

Implications to the Plan Audit ►► The existing skate and BMX facility network is deficient in larger scale facilities. ►► The majority of facilities (62 per cent) are of a dominant style (bowls, pools, transitions). There are currently no skate plazas or multi-use spaces available. ►► The majority of facilities on the Sunshine Coast primarily cater for beginner to intermediate users, with minimal opportunity for advanced users. ►► Although the younger generation identify themselves as street skaters, generally the older generation prefer ramp and bowl/pool style facilities, so a mix of facility styles and skill levels needs to be maintained. ►► There are currently no skate and BMX facilities on the Sunshine Coast in line with the latest national and international design trends. ►► There are recurring management and maintenance issues at a large number of facilities. ►► The current network of smaller facilities is onerous and expensive to maintain. However this network is proving suitable at present given the broadly spread out population base, lack of larger, more diverse facilities and connections to public transport. ►► An investment in upgrading some facilities while removing other smaller facilities will not create large increases in maintenance costs. ►► Long term investment in larger, better designed and constructed facilities will provide greater benefit to community and council. ►► Hierarchy and provision standards for the Sunshine Coast region will help develop an equitable network. ►► Linkages to public transport systems are a primary consideration for future facilities. ►► A need to review the cost and entry structure at Caloundra Aquatic Lifestyle Centre.

24 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 3.4 Skate and BMX facility type hierarchy For benchmarking and future provisioning purposes all current and proposed future skate and BMX facilities have been categorised into four key areas to reflect the facilities size, type and function (see Table 7: Skate and BMX facility type hierarchy).

Table 7: Skate and BMX facility type hierarchy Facility type Subtype Function/user benefit Neighbourhood Dots and spots Servicing areas with some demand but isolated from larger facilities or densely populated areas with limited available land. These are small singular or minimal skate-able elements integrated into the streetscape or park design. These structures support the beginner but can be diverse, to support different approaches and a greater variety of elements. Beginner BMX dirt park These existing facilities are very small-scale dirt jumps typically located in neighbourhood parks with playground equipment and ancillary facilities. Local Skate and BMX facility Servicing the immediate and surrounding local catchment population, this facility caters for beginner to intermediate users providing a moderate level of challenge and may feature some ancillary elements for all user groups. Local BMX dirt park This existing facility (Cooroy) caters for the beginner to intermediate BMX freestyle rider. The future of this type of dirt park is reliant on a local community group managing and maintaining this facility. MOU required. District Minor skate and BMX A size and location which services a whole district facility accommodating active and non-active users and catering for beginner to intermediate skill levels. Major skate and BMX A youth precinct capable of attracting a diverse range facility of user groups catering for all skill levels, both active and non-active users, and would also feature ancillary elements for other community groups. Major facilities will draw a large number of users from a wide radius and will be required to be of high standard. District BMX dirt park This facility caters for the intermediate to experienced BMX freestyle rider and would be run by a BMX club. They can be built around existing environmental elements and are designed to provide a constantly evolving challenge for riders. Regional Icon skate and BMX An icon facility is a very high standard facility facility accommodating skate, inline, BMX and scooters, using the latest design trends and has potential to attract participants and events from outside the region and the capacity to host national and international events. It would be capable of attracting a large and diverse range of young people through youth and community events and could include public art and events infrastructure.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 25 3.5 Existing skate and BMX facility network audit A comprehensive facility audit, assessment and analysis of council’s skate and BMX facilities has been undertaken and results mapped. The results provide a clear understanding of the current status of the Skate and BMX Network and a sound platform for future planning considerations. Table 8: Existing skate and BMX facility network provides a summary of existing facilities and a comprehensive overview of these findings can be found in Volume 3: Supporting resources.

Table 8: Existing skate and BMX facility network Facility type Facility location Overall condition Approx. activity area Neighbourhood Boreen Point Poor 295 m² Cooran Average 260 m² Currimundi Average 265 m² Little Mountain Poor 240 m² Peregian Beach Very poor 33 m² Sippy Downs Good 290 m² Above average 170 m² Tewantin Average 160 m² Neighbourhood Tewantin No info No info (BMX dirt park) Local Peregian Beach Good 430 m² Bli Bli Average 470 m² Cooroy Good 495 m² Eudlo Good 300 m² Eumundi Good 430 m² Kenilworth Good 300 m² Kuluin Good 340 m² Landsborough Below average 470 m² Maleny Average 450 m² Mapleton Good 370 m² Mooloolah Valley Good 420 m² Mudjimba Good 300 m² Pacific Paradise Good 320 m² Palmwoods Good 400 m² Pomona Above average 380 m² Yandina Above average 420 m² Local (BMX dirt park) Cooroy Average n/a District (major) Alexandra Headland Average 1050 m² Caloundra Good 1200 m² Nambour Poor 1640 m² Sunshine Beach Poor 1160 m²

26 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 Facility type Facility location Overall condition Approx. activity area District (minor) Beerwah Good No aerial photo Coolum Beach Good 600 m² Dicky Beach Average 600 m² Kawana Above average 850 m² District (BMX dirt park) Mooloolah Valley Good n/a Yandina Good n/a

Table 9: Sunshine Coast existing skate and BMX supply by facility type Facility type Subtype Regional totals Neighbourhood Skate and BMX dots and spots 8 Neighbourhood BMX dirt park 1 Local Skate and BMX facility 16 Local BMX dirt park 1 District Minor skate and BMX facility 4 Major skate and BMX facility 4 District BMX dirt park 2 Regional Icon skate and BMX facility 0

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 27 3.6 Benchmarking A benchmarking exercise was undertaken to compare the level of provision and current adequacy of the Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Network against other regional SEQ local governments. Table 10: Benchmarking comparisons compares local to regional concrete skate and BMX facilities. It does not compare neighbourhood skate or BMX dirt park level facilities.

Table 10: Benchmarking comparisons10 Children/young people Number of Local Government Facility type (aged 5-19 yrs) (2006)9 facilities Sunshine Coast Council 56,076 Regional 0 Major 4 District 4 Local 16 Council 28,610 Regional 1 Major 0 District 1 Local 10 Gold Coast City Council 91,564 Regional 0 Major 3 District 3 Local 16 Regional Council 73,508 Regional 0 Major 0 District 4 Local 9 Ipswich City Council* 33,110 Total 14

Note: Neighbourhood infrastructure and BMX dirt parks have not been used when comparing facility provision against other SEQ local governments.

*Unable to obtain the breakdown of Ipswich’s skate and BMX facilities

10 ABS 2006 Census Data

28 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 Comparison of persons aged 5 to 19 years Table 11: Summary of persons 5 to 19 years per facility per facility The number of people aged 5 to 19 years per Persons (5 to 19 Local Government facility is summarised in Table 11: Summary yrs) per facility of persons 5 to 19 years per facility. The 5 to Sunshine Coast Council 2336 19 year age cohort was used as the primary comparison data for this exercise as this Ipswich City Council 2356 statistical data was more readily available from Redland City Council 2384 region to region and allowed for an accurate regional comparison to be made. Gold Coast City Council 3981 Moreton Bay Regional 5654 The benchmarking analysis indicates that Council Sunshine Coast, Ipswich City and Redland City Councils have similar supply ratios while Gold Coast City and Moreton Bay Regional Councils have a lower supply ratio. This comparison and the research behind it also demonstrated that the Sunshine Coast has very small facilities and facility capacity comparative to other local government authorities, particularly Redland and the Gold Coast.

Implications to the Plan Benchmarking ►► Based purely on population versus number of facilities, the Sunshine Coast, Ipswich and Redland regions have a similar supply ratio. ►► The Sunshine Coast region has no large-scale facilities. These facilities cater for all skill levels, attract intergenerational use, increase social capital, decrease user conflict and anti- social behaviour, and can be utilised for other youth functions and events. ►► Facilities recently developed in the Redland and Gold Coast City are of high quality and have now set the standard for skate and BMX facilities in SEQ. ►► Investment in well designed and constructed facilities will provide greater community benefit and will help the network to be consolidated into the future. ►► Further research is required on the economic development potential and cost recovery benefits associated with large scale facilities and the attraction of national-international events.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 29 30 Sunshine Coast Map 2: Existing skate and BMX facilities Skate and BMXPlan 2011-2020

Kin Kin - Cootharaba Regional Council & District

Cooroibah - Ringtail Creek Pomona - Pinbarren Cooran - Federal Noosa Heads Tewantin

Lake Macdonald - Tinbeerwah - Noosaville Cooroy Mountain Sunrise Beach - Black Cooroy Sunshine Beach - Mountain - Marcus Beach - Ridgewood Castaways Beach

Doonan - Weyba Downs - Peregian Verrierdale Beach Peregian Springs Eumundi - Eerwah Vale - North Arm - Bridges Coolum Beach - Mount Coolum - Yaroomba Belli Park - - Point Arkwright Cooloolabin - - Coolabine Yandina - Yandina Creek & District

Kureelpa Marcoola - Twin Waters - Kiamba Pacific Paradise - Mudjimba

Somerset Bli Bli - Regional Mapleton Nambour - Rosemount - Flaxton Burnside & & District Council - Obi Obi District Maroochydore Woombye Mooloolaba - Alexandra Headland Palmwoods - Chevallum Buderim - Reesville - - Montville - Hunchy Curramore & Kuluin - Mons District - Kunda Park

Mountain Creek Maleny - Wurtulla Witta - Ilkley - - Buddina North Maleny & District Eudlo & Sippy Downs District - Palmview

Mooloolah Valley Currimundi - - Diamond Valley Aroona - - Balmoral Ridge Battery Hill - - Bald Knob Dicky Beach

Legend Caloundra - Kings Beach - Little Mountain Moffat Beach - Neighbourhood Dirt BMX Facility - Caloundra West Landsborough - Shelly Beach Local Dirt BMX Facility Mount Mellum - Meridan Plains - Bells Creek Golden Beach District Dirt BMX Facility Peachester - Crohamhurst Pelican - - Waters Neighbourhood Skate and BMX Wootha Local SkaSte oanmd BeMrXset Beerwah Regional District Skate and BMX Council 44 Localities of Interest

Major Roads Water Bodies - Beerburrum - Urban Footprint - North Rural Living Area Moreton

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Cooroibah - Ringtail Creek Pomona - Pinbarren Cooran - Federal Noosa Heads Tewantin

Lake Macdonald - Tinbeerwah - Noosaville Cooroy Mountain Sunrise Beach - Black Cooroy Sunshine Beach - Mountain - Marcus Beach - Ridgewood Castaways Beach

Doonan - Weyba Downs - Peregian Verrierdale Beach Peregian Springs Eumundi - Eerwah Vale - North Arm - Bridges Coolum Beach - Mount Coolum - Yaroomba Belli Park - - Point Arkwright Cooloolabin - Gheerulla - Coolabine Yandina - Yandina Creek & District

Kureelpa Marcoola - Twin Waters - Kiamba Pacific Paradise - Mudjimba

Somerset Bli Bli - Regional Mapleton Nambour - Rosemount - Flaxton Burnside & & District Council - Obi Obi District Maroochydore Woombye Mooloolaba - Alexandra Headland Palmwoods - Chevallum Buderim - Reesville - - Montville - Hunchy Curramore & Kuluin - Mons District - Kunda Park

Mountain Creek Maleny - Wurtulla Witta - Ilkley - - Buddina North Maleny & District Eudlo & Sippy Downs District - Palmview

Mooloolah Valley Currimundi - - Diamond Valley Aroona - - Balmoral Ridge Battery Hill - - Bald Knob Dicky Beach

Legend Caloundra - Kings Beach - Little Mountain Moffat Beach - Neighbourhood Dirt BMX Facility - Caloundra West Landsborough - Shelly Beach Local Dirt BMX Facility Mount Mellum - Meridan Plains - Bells Creek Golden Beach District Dirt BMX Facility Peachester - Crohamhurst Pelican - Booroobin - Waters Neighbourhood Skate and BMX Wootha Local SkaSte oanmd BeMrXset Beerwah Sunshine Coast Regional District Skate and BMX Council 44 Localities of Interest

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31 4 Desired Standards of Service policy To inform the planning, development and This approach (see Table 12: Skate and BMX management of a regional Skate and BMX facility catchments) is recommended as a guide Network to meet community needs, Desired only for measuring the adequacy of provision Standards of Service (DSS) have been of skate and BMX facilities to cater for average developed. This will guide council’s future requirements for communities depending on the planning and decision making in relation to predominant land use. the Skate and BMX Network. This standard outlines the type of facility, 4.2 Site selection criteria for skate function, rate of provision, site criteria, and BMX facilities maintenance and management responsibilities A site selection criterion has been developed and desired embellishments within this network. (see Table 13: Site selection criteria considerations for new skate and BMX facilities) 4.1 Catchment and provision to provide council with some guidance when standards considering and selecting sites for skate and BMX facilities. This criterion covers a range of To ensure that the existing community and important aspects to consider when locating or future generations can enjoy an adequate upgrading a skate and BMX facility. and equitable amount of skate and BMX opportunities, a standards approach/ benchmarking has been used. This has been developed to reflect current demands, industry trends and suggested rates of provision.

Geelong Youth Activities Area

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 33 34 Sunshine Coast Table 12: Skate and BMX facility catchments Population Estimated Estimated Activity Subtype Facility style/elements Facility examples catchment construction development floor area (5-24 years) costs time frame Neighbourhood Skate and BMXPlan 2011-2020 Dots and Caters for neighbourhood skaters Current facility examples are Approx Up to approx $40,000- 6 months- spots and BMX riders who can walk, skate available for review (see Map 1:1250 300 m2 $120,000+ 1 year or cycle to infrastructure. Skate dot: 2: Existing skate and BMX persons primarily one or two street elements facilities). For localised provision or skate-able pieces of public art. in residential living areas Skate spot: primarily street elements demonstrating a high need but replicated from the urban environment, which are isolated from another and skate-able public art. facility by way of topography or public/active transport connections. Local Skate and Primarily catering for one-two style – Current urban coastal and Approx 400 m2 min $160,000- Up to 2 years BMX facility transitions or street. However, if space hinterland examples are available 1:2500 $250,000 and budget permits, can include a for review (see Map 2: Existing persons combination of styles, incl. freestyle skate and BMX facilities). BMX Concrete: hip, spine, wall-ride, ski-jump, quarter pipe. District Minor skate Providing for a higher number of users Current urban costal examples Approx 500-1000 m2 $250,000- 6 months- and BMX than a local level facility. This facility are Coolum, Dicky Beach and 1:5000 $500,000 3 years facility will cater for between two-four skate Kawana. persons and BMX facility styles: bowl/pool, half Hinterland provision to be located pipe, street, etc. in the major activity centre of Beerwah. Major skate Providing for a higher number of users Current coastal urban examples n/a 1000- $500,000- Up to 3 years and BMX than a minor district or local facility. are Alexandra Headlands, 2500 m2 $1,000,000 facility This facility will provide a combination Caloundra and Sunshine Beach. of various styles: bowl/pool, half Hinterland provision is located pipes, street/skate plaza, and other in the major activity centre of community opportunities. Nambour.

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Population Estimated Estimated Activity Subtype Facility style/elements Facility examples catchment construction development floor area (5-24 years) costs time frame District Freestyle Club BMX: start gate/ramp, straights, Two facilities region wide at n/a <3500 m2 $100,000- 6 months- BMX dirt jumps and berms – Freestyle BMX: Yandina and Mooloolah $500,000 3 years park roll-in ramp, a minimum of three dirt jumps including double, tabletop, ski- jump, roller, spine and berm, in a linear formation. Regional Iconic indoor Providing for and meeting regional One facility is recommended n/a 2500- $1-$2m 2-5 years skate and demands. This facility can provide region wide 5000 m2 (staged) BMX facility a combination of styles and skill levels and should incorporate other community opportunities. Sunshine Coast Skate and BMXPlan 2011-2020

35 4.3 Site selection considerations To encourage well placed and positioned future skate and BMX facilities a site selection criteria has been developed and is recommended for use when considering any potential site.

Table 13: Site selection criteria considerations for new skate and BMX facilities Category Criteria Mandatory Avoid unsuitable Unsuitable land is erosion prone; lies below the 20 year Annual Return Interval, land principally for drainage purposes or detention basin; contaminated site or contains hazards that pose a safety risk to potential users including transformer or high voltage power lines; is required for storm water treatment or is an easement over sewage/water lines or other underground utilities or services. Area/spatial Minimum required area is 400 m² (local) which includes external requirements such as edging, standing area and fencing (where required) can be constructed. Assess physical constraints to ensure these will not inhibit facility functionality. Good visibility A site is to have at least one active street frontage, preferably two, with surveillance at all times of the day from vehicle, heavy pedestrian traffic and other adjoining uses which can provide adequate levels of passive surveillance. Visibility for the purposes of surveillance is a key principle of crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED). It is important that users of a facility have clear sightlines throughout a facility and to access points in order to be able to feel and be safe. Low amenity Skate and BMX facilities can create a level of noise that could be considered impacts excessive in relation to adjoining sensitive land uses such as aged persons’ accommodation and other residential uses. Skate facilities should be located at least 80 metres from the nearest residential development. Consideration needs to be given to the uses sharing a boundary with a potential site; and, if the facility is likely to cause noise impacts that this will be able to be mitigated. An acoustic assessment is recommended to understand any potential impacts and mitigation measures. Also consider any visual impacts a new facility may have on the visual amenity and character of the area. Expected Physical access A potential facility location should be in proximity to existing or proposed pedestrian, bike and/or skate path networks. Public transport is strongly recommended for all facilities but particularly district and above facilities. Emergency vehicle access is also a requirement for all facilities as are considerations to potential car parking requirements. For reasons including safety, environmental psychology relating to how people use spaces and for practicality, a site should be able to provide more than one point of access. This criterion is often associated with visibility, as if a site is able to provide multiple access points, it will often be located on a corner or another visible location. Compatible uses In order to avoid potential conflict between skaters, BMX riders, scooter riders and other users within a precinct it is important to consider what impact a skate facility will have on the existing uses of a location. Usually compatible uses are active recreation facilities or youth spaces such as a basketball half court or youth centre. For example, skate spots or dots could be located in close proximity to playgrounds. Adjoining uses such as swimming complexes or PCYCs would be advantageous to a proposed skate and BMX facility as they can act as an anchor to attract young people to the location. An example of uses that may not be considered compatible might be a retirement village which is not generally a youth centric place or residential area due to noise amenity issues.

36 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 Category Criteria Expected Equitable access Able to be easily adapted for all ability access. Supporting Consider the supporting infrastructure available or required such as water, infrastructure electricity, toilets, shade and seating (see Table 16: Typical skate and BMX facility embellishments). Bonus Complementary Site is event ready, has adequate open space, access and a power supply. features The location is already known and used by young people and (preferably) skaters and BMX riders. A site that is already familiar to the target user group makes space activation and community engagement easier. The culture of skate and BMX has shown that often lost spaces in cities are desirable and used for these activities (e.g. previously unused space). Use of lost spaces will require careful planning and design considerations and often, there will need to be greater emphasis placed on management, lighting and maintenance. An emerging trend both within Australia and overseas is to combine public art infrastructure within skate and BMX park design. This combination is seen as a major bonus to any site planning for these facilities. Consider locating skate and BMX facilities with broader community facilities that can provide opportunities for community cultural development and in close proximity to complementary services such as cafés, retail outlets, medical services and ancillary services such as physio and potential training companies. If the site is not in close proximity to shops, it would potentially indicate that the site is not in a location that would be easily accessible and attractive to users. Being in proximity to schools is seen as a reasonable locational requirement for a site. Some schools are highly proactive about these co-locations. However community consultation with schools will be necessary to determine this on a site specific basis. Consultation and support from local police may also assist towards the successful placement of a facility.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 37 4.4 Development and management principles To ensure high quality skate and BMX facilities are developed, the following design and management criteria/principles provide council with key criteria to consider when planning and designing skate and BMX facilities (see Table 14: Design and management criteria/principles for upgrading or new facilities).

Table 14: Design and management criteria/principles for upgrading or new facilities Consideration Criteria/principles for new facilities Greenfield sites Earmark potential sites at planning stage and incorporate estimate costs within infrastructure charges schedules. Whole of Life costs Ensure Whole of Life estimates are undertaken and a determination of upfront and ongoing costs are acknowledged and approved by the service and asset managers before the project commences. Design and consultation Utilise Integrated Design and Consultation Programs, ensuring: ►► separate consultation and concept processes are undertaken for district and higher level facilities; combined Design and Construct tenders are appropriate for neighbourhood – local level facilities ►► only professionals experienced in skate and BMX design and consultation principles are involved ►► consultation is consistent with council’s community engagement model, particularly the youth engagement model and that young people be provided with the opportunity to input and assist into planning, design, implementation, activation, management, maintenance and evaluation of facilities ►► ensure skate and BMX facilities are integrated with and have minimal impacts on surrounding land uses ►► infrastructure design and placement encourages multiple uses, user groups and social interaction. (Consider separating beginner – advanced elements and the needs of different user groups) ►► principles from the Landscape Infrastructure Manual and CPTED are adhered to ►► only use sturdy materials which have a minimum 10 year coastal and 15 year hinterland life span for the purpose intended but preferably a life cycle of 20 years and 30 year expectation of service with appropriate maintenance. Place making/master Integrate skate facilities within place making and master planning projects, planning ensuring: ►► skate and BMX development at key sites is considered as part of broader place making processes within council (e.g. Nambour) ►► early integration of skate concepts allowing for the greatest benefit of all users and better integrated outcomes, when local facilities are being considered within parks’ master planning processes. Duplication Avoid skate and BMX facility style and active element duplication. When planning and designing new skate and BMX facilities, identify and assess nearby facilities to ensure that the new facility does not duplicate styles and active elements.

38 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 Consideration Criteria/principles for new facilities Construction Incorporate construction principles which only utilise professionals experienced in skate and BMX facility construction and have the capacity to contract stages of work according to the scale of the facility, ensuring: ►► performance measures are in place for any contractor including asset maintenance plans, warranties, maintenance manuals and as constructed and cross sectional drawings ►► the supply of a maintenance schedule including any spare parts catalogue and contact details of suppliers and maintenance repairers ►► construction contract processes ensure the final outcomes match the vision of key stakeholders and ensure high quality outcomes ►► ensure concrete aprons extend at least 500 cm beyond shade sail drip line to avoid drainage issues ►► the incorporation of skate and BMX signage consistent with regional signage direction ►► all materials are appropriate for the location, examples are: ●● minimum standard on all metal components to be thick wall, hot dip galvanised after fabrication ●● concrete surfaces to use galvanised reinforcing bar and REO sheets ●● guardrails and fencing stainless steel option on coastal strip ●● guardrails and fencing barriers to be fitted with kick plate on elevated structures to limit skate boards striking vehicles, pedestrians and other users ●● fitting of anti slide balls or similar in areas adjacent to stairs to avoid injury and any drainage is appropriate to site area (minimum of 180 mm stormwater pipe, catchment pit and grate suitable for skate use) ●● if fencing is required specifications must be able to withstand vandalism and site specific elements ●● ensure an absence of tree leaf litter, (evergreen trees only). Other ►► Allow ample space for run up/landing space at the start/end of elements to reduce chance of conflict. ►► Consider the needs of people of all abilities, ages and gender when planning and designing skate and BMX facilities. ►► Consider proximity to playgrounds and other park uses, ensuring adequate separation distance.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 39 4.5 Maintenance and management famework Council will strive to ensure all skate and BMX facilities under council’s control are maintained to an appropriate standard. Table 15: Maintenance and management framework provides guidance for a management and maintenance structure.

Table 15: Maintenance and management framework Schedule Maintenance and management considerations Weekly Ensure a weekly cleaning regime across the whole region. Regarding the repair and reporting of defects and hazards, continue using the system in place where defect or hazard is identified, generate an action request to be sent to the relevant officer and add it to the electronic record keeping system. If resources permit, consider utilising experienced external skate and BMX facility contractors to undertake backlog work or maintain facilities. Monthly Conduct monthly site visits to each facility and complete council’s current Skateboard Facility Risk Inspection Checklist to determine each facilities’ ‘health’. Quarterly Key areas requiring quarterly inspections and maintenance include erosion, pitted and cracked concrete, gaps in joins, drainage/water issues, and damaged coping. Volume 2: Plan support outlines the facilities which are affected by these issues and possible solutions to remedy the problem. Annual Facility service manager to undertake annual review of usage, maintenance/ management, costs, events and activities (refer council’s Asset Responsibility Matrix). Undertake any specific required repair work across all facilities to extend whole- of-life costs (WOLC) and enhance risk management practices. Include an annual maintenance budget in the five year capital works budget based on average annual maintenance cost. Utilise only sturdy materials which have a minimum 10 year coastal and 15 year hinterland life span for the purpose intended but preferably a life cycle of 20 years and 30 year expectation of service with appropriate maintenance. Peak usage periods Provide higher-level maintenance during peak times (e.g. school holidays) and the first six months after facility development/redevelopment. The management regime should reflect the facility hierarchy and usage rate of the facility. Signage Communicate the management regime with users and the community through appropriate signage. Free standing or fixed to fence signs should be provided and indicate that: ►► adult supervision of minors is required; applicable regulations regarding the use of safety gear ►► drunks or users under the influence of drugs shall not participate in any skate park activities ►► emergency telephone numbers for medical, ambulance, and police ►► owner-operator emergency telephone numbers ►► presence of inherent risk in the participation of skate park activities.

40 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 Schedule Maintenance and management considerations Site surveillance Night lighting of facilities should be investigated on an individual basis and will be dependant on a number of items (e.g. need, surrounding residents, CPTED principles). Investigate other methods which aim to reduce anti-social behaviour at sites subject to repeated vandalism. Fees and All existing publicly funded facilities to be free entry. management Develop a Code of Conduct for active users of skate and BMX facilities. Recommend length of time on maintenance periods to reflect WOLC for infrastructure. Graffiti Maintenance to comply with Graffiti Management Strategy (currently under development) with some consideration given to the scale and impact of the graffiti (see Volume 2: Plan support). Consideration should be given to undertake ‘managed graffiti’ or art spaces at specified sites to discourage illegal graffiti.

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Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 41 4.6 Embellishments for skate and Additional requirements: BMX facilities ►► Site specific assessment will be required to The type of skate and BMX facility directs assess each facility’s individual requirements. the level of embellishment or facilities to be ►► Ensure council’s Landscape Infrastructure developed within close proximity to the site. Manual is referenced in conjunction with any specific site embellishment requirements. Table 16: Typical skate and BMX facility embellishments is a guide only and the ►► Design and planning costs have not been actual level of provision in each facility will be included in construction cost estimates at this determined on its own merits or as per the stage. specifications in the corresponding master plan. Local demographic information and consultation will also inform the selection process.

42 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 Table 16: Typical skate and BMX facility embellishments District Typical facility embellishment Neighbourhood Local Regional Minor Major Sport/dot skate and BMX infrastructure  Skate and BMX facility     (GFA as specified) Natural shade for parts of skate facilities      and supporting passive infrastructure (e.g. seating areas) Artificial shade structures Consider    Adequate drainage      Signage      Interpretive signage      Road access (external)      Vehicle access strip      (internal/risk management) Public art  Car parking (onsite)    Bicycle racks     Footpath/bikeway (external link)      Bench seating      Toilets    Lighting  Security lighting    Connected to public transport linkage   Rubbish bins within park      Design (master plan, concept plan     and detailed design) Water bubbler Consider    CPTED principles      Electricity (3-phase power)   Design and planning costs     

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 43 5 Supply and demand assessment This assessment compares catchment and provision standards against current and future population projections across each of council’s 44 Localities of Interest to identify where gaps appear in the Skate and BMX Network. A more detailed supply and demand assessment is outlined in Volume 3: Supporting resources. Map 3: Skate and BMX Facilities and Catchments is the graphical demonstration of results, with Table 17: Summary of the supply and demand assessment by locality describing broad results following this map.

Summary of findings Supply and demand assessment ►► The future population densities in the key growth areas of Caloundra South and Palmview appear to require district level skate and BMX facilities and these requirements should be considered within developer infrastructure agreements. ►► Buderim and Mountain Creek localities appear under serviced but aim to be supported by a new facility at Palmview, the possible relocation of the Kuluin facility and the upgrade of the Alexandra Headlands facility. ►► Caloundra and Coolum facilities may need future upgrades based on population projections. ►► Glasshouse Mountains requires consideration for future skate and BMX facility provision. ►► Nambour and district locality has a large and growing youth population base and facility upgrades appear to be required. ►► Tewantin, Noosa and Noosaville have strong youth population bases and an upgrade to the Tewantin facility appears warranted to improve the capacity of this facility. ►► The Kawana facility appears to have development potential for a regional facility and requires further investigation.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 45 46 Sunshine Coast Map 3: Skate and BMX facilities and catchments

Catchment Population Estimates (ABS 2006)

Skate and BMX Facility Name 4km Pop 8km Pop

Skate and BMXPlan 2011-2020 Alexandra Headlands 38,349 85,135 Beerwah 4,075 12,061 Caloundra 32,979 49,131 Coolum 11,125 19,595 Dicky Beach 32,212 52,659 Kawana 20,209 86,579 Nambour 14,970 30,574 Sunshine Beach 13,613 27,708 Cooroy 3,731 Bli Bli 13,696 Eudlo 5,316 Eumundi 2,067 Kin Kin - Kenilworth 353 Cootharaba & District Kuluin 38,750 Landsborough 4,594 Maleny 3,166G ympi e Mapleton 2,75R9 egion al Mooloolah Valley 2,431 Mudjimba 8,915C ounc il Pacific Paradise 15,636 Palmwoods 7,329 Peregian 5,426 Pomona 2,666 Cooroibah Yandina 3,192 - Ringtail Creek Pomona - Pinbarren Cooran - Federal Noosa Heads Tewantin

Lake Macdonald - Tinbeerwah - Noosaville Gympie Cooroy Mountain Sunrise Beach - Regional Black Cooroy Sunshine Beach - Council Mountain - Marcus Beach - Ridgewood Castaways Beach

Doonan - Weyba Downs - Peregian Verrierdale Beach Peregian Springs Eumundi - Eerwah Vale - North Arm - Bridges Coolum Beach - Mount Coolum - Yaroomba Belli Park - - Point Arkwright Cooloolabin - Gheerulla - Coolabine Yandina - Yandina Creek & District

Kureelpa Marcoola - Twin Waters - Kiamba Pacific Paradise - Mudjimba

Somerset Bli Bli - Nambour - Regional Mapleton Rosemount - Flaxton Burnside & & District Council - Obi Obi District Maroochydore Woombye Mooloolaba - Alexandra Headland Palmwoods - Chevallum Buderim - Reesville - - Montville - Hunchy Curramore & Kuluin - Mons District - Kunda Park

Mountain Creek Maleny - Wurtulla Witta - Ilkley - - Buddina North Maleny & District Eudlo & Sippy Downs District - Palmview

Mooloolah Valley Currimundi - - Diamond Valley Aroona - - Balmoral Ridge Battery Hill - - Bald Knob Dicky Beach Legend Caloundra - Kings Beach - Neighbourhood Dirt BMX Facility Little Mountain Moffat Beach - - Caloundra West Local Dirt BMX Facility Landsborough - Shelly Beach Mount Mellum - Meridan Plains District Dirt BMX Facility - Bells Creek Golden Beach Peachester - Crohamhurst Neighbourhood Skate and BMX Pelican - Booroobin - Waters Local Skate and BMX Wootha District SkSateo amnd eBMrXset Beerwah Regional 44 LocalitiesC ofo Inutenresct il Neighbourhood Buffer (1 km)

Local and District Buffer (4 km)

District Buffer (8 km) Glass House Mountains - Beerburrum - Major Roads Coochin Creek - Bribie Island North Water Bodies

Urban Footprint Rural Living Area Moreton Local Government Boundaries Bay Regional 0 1 2 4 6 8 10 Council Klms

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Skate and BMX Facility Name 4km Pop 8km Pop Alexandra Headlands 38,349 85,135 Beerwah 4,075 12,061 Caloundra 32,979 49,131 Coolum 11,125 19,595 Dicky Beach 32,212 52,659 Kawana 20,209 86,579 Nambour 14,970 30,574 Sunshine Beach 13,613 27,708 Cooroy 3,731 Bli Bli 13,696 Eudlo 5,316 Eumundi 2,067 Kin Kin - Kenilworth 353 Cootharaba & District Kuluin 38,750 Landsborough 4,594 Maleny 3,166G ympi e Mapleton 2,75R9 egion al Mooloolah Valley 2,431 Mudjimba 8,915C ounc il Pacific Paradise 15,636 Palmwoods 7,329 Peregian 5,426 Pomona 2,666 Cooroibah Yandina 3,192 - Ringtail Creek Pomona - Pinbarren Cooran - Federal Noosa Heads Tewantin

Lake Macdonald - Tinbeerwah - Noosaville Gympie Cooroy Mountain Sunrise Beach - Regional Black Cooroy Sunshine Beach - Council Mountain - Marcus Beach - Ridgewood Castaways Beach

Doonan - Weyba Downs - Peregian Verrierdale Beach Peregian Springs Eumundi - Eerwah Vale - North Arm - Bridges Coolum Beach - Mount Coolum - Yaroomba Belli Park - - Point Arkwright Cooloolabin - Gheerulla - Coolabine Yandina - Yandina Creek & District

Kureelpa Marcoola - Twin Waters - Kiamba Pacific Paradise - Mudjimba

Somerset Bli Bli - Nambour - Regional Mapleton Rosemount - Flaxton Burnside & & District Council - Obi Obi District Maroochydore Woombye Mooloolaba - Alexandra Headland Palmwoods - Chevallum Buderim - Reesville - - Montville - Hunchy Curramore & Kuluin - Mons District - Kunda Park

Mountain Creek Maleny - Wurtulla Witta - Ilkley - - Buddina North Maleny & District Eudlo & Sippy Downs District - Palmview

Mooloolah Valley Currimundi - - Diamond Valley Aroona - - Balmoral Ridge Battery Hill - - Bald Knob Dicky Beach Legend Caloundra - Kings Beach - Neighbourhood Dirt BMX Facility Little Mountain Moffat Beach - - Caloundra West Local Dirt BMX Facility Landsborough - Shelly Beach Mount Mellum - Meridan Plains District Dirt BMX Facility - Bells Creek Golden Beach Peachester - Crohamhurst Neighbourhood Skate and BMX Pelican - Booroobin - Waters Local Skate and BMX Wootha District SkSateo amnd eBMrXset Beerwah Sunshine Coast Regional 44 LocalitiesC ofo Inutenresct il Neighbourhood Buffer (1 km)

Local and District Buffer (4 km)

District Buffer (8 km) Glass House Mountains - Beerburrum - Major Roads Coochin Creek

Skate and BMXPlan 2011-2020 - Bribie Island North Water Bodies

Urban Footprint Rural Living Area Moreton Local Government Boundaries Bay Regional 0 1 2 4 6 8 10 Council Klms

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47 48 Sunshine Coast Table 17: Summary of the supply and demand assessment by locality

Est. population 5-24 yrs Facility Locality of Interest Facility type Key recommendations 2006 2020 location 1 Beerwah 1095 1304 District Beerwah Minor works required Skate and BMXPlan 2011-2020 2 Belli Park – Cooloolabin – 303 350 n/a No Facilities Population base within this locality is serviced by Gheerulla – Coolabine facilities at Kenilworth, Mapleton and Yandina 3 Black Mountain – Ridgewood 444 523 n/a No Facilities Population base within this locality is serviced by facilities at Pomona and Cooroy 4 Bli Bli – Rosemount and 2504 2923 Local Bli Bli Minor works District 5 Buderim – Kuluin – Mons – 7663 8982 Local Kuluin Includes private neighbourhood facility which Kunda Park provides entry via a free membership pass through the Goodlife Community and Rec Centre. Weekend access is limited. Kuluin facility appears to inadequately service this locality due to poor placement, consider relocation towards Fisherman’s Road – site dependant 6 Caloundra, Kings, Moffat and 1987 2315 District Caloundra Review entrance fee structure Shelly Bches Upgrades 7 Coolum Bch, Mt Coolum, 3009 3527 District Coolum Minor upgrades to existing facility Yaroomba – Point Arkwright 8 Cooran – Federal 458 538 Neighbourhood Cooran Minor upgrades 9 Cooroibah – Ringtail Creek 523 635 n/a No Facilities Population base within this locality is currently serviced by facilities at Tewantin and Cooroy 10 Cooroy 737 866 Local Cooroy Minor upgrade Local* Cooroy MOU required with community group to manage 11 Currimundi – Aroona – 3657 4244 Neighbourhood Currimundi Minor works Battery Hill – Dicky Beach Upgrade District Dicky Beach Minor works

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Est. population 5-24 yrs Facility Locality of Interest Facility type Key recommendations 2006 2020 location 12 Doonan – Weyba Downs – 1106 1329 n/a No Facilities Population base within this locality is serviced by Verrierdale facilities at Eumundi, Tewantin, Sunshine, Peregian and Coolum Beaches 13 Eumundi, – Eerwah Vale – 787 924 Local Eumundi Minor works North Arm – Bridges 14 Glass House Mnts – 1367 1593 n/a No Facilities Further assessment required to investigate the need Beerburrum – Coochin Creek for skate dot/spot infrastructure at Glasshouse – Bribie Is North 15 Golden Beach 900 1048 n/a No Facilities Population base within this locality is serviced by a district facility at Caloundra 16 Ilkley – Eudlo and District 1275 1502 Local Eudlo Minor works 17 Kin Kin – Cootharaba and 426 493 Neighbourhood Boreen Point Investigate removal and consider need District 18 Kureelpa – Kiamba 248 287 n/a No Facilities Population base within this locality is serviced by the Mapleton facility Sunshine Coast 19 Lake Macdonald – 545 631 n/a No Facilities Population base within this locality is serviced by the Tinbeerwah – Cooroy Tewantin and Cooroy facilities Mountain 20 Landsborough – Mount 1123 1330 Local Landsborough Short term minor works. Longer term consider Mellum relocation to Historical Precinct/Town Centre Skate and BMXPlan 2011-2020 21 Little Mountain – Cal West – 2403 5506 Neighbourhood Little Mountain Minor works Little Mountain. Meridan Plains – Bells Crk Facility currently under construction at Cal West Forecast population will require the consideration of a new facility within Cal South Development beyond the life of this Plan 22 Maleny – Witta – North 999 1159 Local Maleny Upgrades Maleny 23 Mapleton – Flaxton – Obi Obi 579 680 Local Mapleton Minor works

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Est. population 5-24 yrs Facility Locality of Interest Facility type Key recommendations 2006 2020 location 24 Marcoola – Twin Waters – 2445 2955 Local Pacific Paradise Minor upgrades completed Pacific Paradise – Mudjimba Local Mudjimba Minor works. Consider longer term relocation Skate and BMXPlan 2011-2020 towards central population base 25 Maroochydore 2828 3296 n/a No Facilities Potential location for a private provider of indoor facility 26 Mooloolaba – Alexandra 2896 3373 District Alexandra Upgrade to contemporary major district facility Headland Headlands 27 Mooloolah and Diamond 1005 1213 Local Mooloolah Minor works Valleys – Balmoral Ridge – Valley Bald Knob District* Mooloolah Minor works Valley 28 Mountain Creek 2066 2454 n/a No Facilities Population base within this locality is serviced by the Alexandra Headland facility and Goodlife facility at Buderim 29 Nambour – Burnside and 3922 4557 District Nambour Requires upgrade District 30 Noosa Heads 637 776 n/a No Facilities Population base within this locality is serviced by the Sunshine Beach and the Tewantin facilities 31 Noosaville 1466 1711 n/a No Facilities Requires upgrades 32 Palmwoods – Chevallum – 1790 2126 Local Palmwoods Minor works Montville – Hunchy 33 Peachester – Crohamhurst – 453 529 n/a No Facilities Population base within this locality is serviced by the Booroobin –Wootha Beerwah and Maleny Skate and BMX facilities 34 Pelican Waters 790 1407 n/a No Facilities Population base within this locality is serviced by the Caloundra District facility. Review upgrades at Caloundra in meeting future population provision requirements

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Est. population 5-24 yrs Facility Locality of Interest Facility type Key recommendations 2006 2020 location 35 Peregian Beach 564 734 Local Peregian Beach Major works and upgrades Neighbourhood Persimmon Park Consider removal – infrastructure in poor condition, close to residents, rarely used. Resources to be concentrated on local facility above 36 Peregian Springs 428 1857 n/a No Facilities Population base currently serviced by the Peregian Beach facility. Review upgrades at Peregian Beach in meeting future population provision requirements 37 Pomona – Pinbarren 697 804 Local Pomona Minor works and minor upgrades 38 Reesville – Conondale – 594 /690 Local Kenilworth Minor works Kenilworth 39 Sippy Downs – Palmview 2325 5706 Neighbourhood Windmill Park Minor works Neighbourhood Chancellor Park Consider removal Palmview Forecast population will require the consideration of Structure Plan a new facility within the Palmview Development area

Sunshine Coast area beyond the life of this Plan 40 Sunrise/Sunshine/Marcus 1783 2203 District Sunshine Beach Minor works and upgrades and Castaways Beaches 41 Tewantin 2376 2857 Neighbourhood Tewantin Upgrades required

Skate and BMXPlan 2011-2020 42 Woombye 593 717 n/a No Facilities Population base within this locality is serviced by the Nambour and Palmwoods skate and BMX facilities 43 Wurtulla – Buddina and 4784 5630 District Kawana Minor works District Consider upgrades to cater for future regional demands 44 Yandina – Yandina Creek 1480 1734 Local Yandina Minor works and District District* Yandina Minor works

* BMX Dirt Park 51 6 Vision, strategy and recommendations 6.1 Vision High quality skate and BMX opportunities Ensure that skate and BMX facilities are The Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX designed and maintained to a high quality, Plan 2011-2020's vision was prepared commensurate with the attractiveness, nature collaboratively with the community, the and use of the surrounding area. vision is ‘to offer a diverse range of quality skate and BMX facilities and infrastructure across the region which positively contributes Resourcing the provision of skate and BMX towards the Sunshine Coast’s character, opportunities identity and vibrancy and helps attain Identify and allocate resources for the physically active and healthy communities.’ provision of skate and BMX facilities in an efficient, effective manner (subject to funding Council will achieve this by: availability), and encourage and support entrepreneurial arrangements to provide skate ►► planning a diverse and accessible Skate and and BMX opportunities. BMX Network ►► sustainably utilising skate and BMX facilities Effective use of skate and BMX facilities ►► keeping the community well informed and Concentrate on facilities which cater for a involved diverse range of experiences and uses. ►► collaborating and developing partnerships. Effective management of skate and BMX 6.2 Guiding principles facilities and events The following guiding principles support our Encourage management arrangements which vision and objectives and aim to guide a maximise the use and safety of skate and BMX consistent approach towards the development facilities. of council’s regional Skate and BMX Network across the Sunshine Coast. Accessibility, safety and proximity Community involvement and partnership Ensure that all new skate and BMX facility land is located, designed and managed to be safe by Community involvement, education and design and accessible to the whole community feedback will be required and regularly by ensuring the proximity of skate and BMX undertaken for establishing values and the facilities is located close to public transport, development phases of the Skate and BMX road networks, bicycle and pedestrian links. Network. A strong partnership approach will be encouraged with community groups. Minimal impacts on surrounding land uses Effective planning for skate and BMX Ensure that skate and BMX facilities have opportunities minimal impacts on surrounding land uses. Ensure that the provision of skate and BMX facilities reflects community need, promotes Promote skate and BMX infrastructure physical activity, skill and social development, throughout the region activates spaces and balances this with council Ensure information is made available to inform resource constraints from a triple bottom line residents and visitors of the skate and BMX perspective. opportunities available within the region.

Sustainability Ensure that the type and design of skate and BMX facilities retains flexibility and diversity to accommodate future demand and changing needs and are compatible with the long-term management values, whole-of-life costs and other users of each area.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 53 6.3 Sunshine Coast Skate and The Plan BMX Plan 2011-2020 strategic The Plan sets out the policies, strategies and framework actions that are required to ensure that the The strategic framework details the outcomes Skate and BMX Network on the Sunshine Coast and strategies developed to achieve the Plan's offers a diverse range of quality skate and BMX vision (see Figure 2: Sunshine Coast Skate and facilities across the region which positively BMX Plan 2011-2020 strategic framework). contributes towards the Sunshine Coast’s character, identity and vibrancy and helps attain Driving factors physically active and healthy communities. ►► rapid population growth ►► increasing demand on skate and BMX infrastructure ►► the need for clear direction on provision, management and maintenance of facilities ►► changing demographics and needs ►► decline in physical activity ►► affordability and sustainability of the network ►► the need to inform council’s higher-order strategic documents.

Outcome areas (what we want to achieve)

A diverse and Sustainable use A well informed and Partnerships and accessible Skate and of skate and BMX involved community collaboration BMX Network resources

Strategies (how we will achieve the outcomes)

►► effectively ►► balancing design ►► promoting the ►► establishing managing existing and management region’s skate partnerships resources values with and BMX facilities to provide new ►► planning and recreation/social using a range of opportunities and providing new values media techniques manage existing skate and BMX ►► enhancing ►► providing resources opportunities opportunities information and ►► enhancing safety for multi-use education about and accessibility and minimising skate and BMX of skate and BMX conflicts opportunities facilities

Figure 2: Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 strategic framework

54 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 6.4 Strategies and actions 6.5 Abbreviations The following section outlines the Several abbreviations and terms have been recommended actions for each strategy and utilised in the following strategy and action outcome area. Recommended actions have tables (see Table 18: Abbreviations). been assigned with the following priorities: ►► immediate (within 12 months) Table 18: Abbreviations ►► short term (1-5 years) Term Meaning ►► medium term (5-10 years) CALTOC Caloundra Transit Orientated ►► long term (beyond the life of the Plan but Community could inform future planning considerations) CCTV Closed Circuit Television ►► ongoing. CPTED Crime Prevention Through The cost of implementing recommendations Environmental Design would be beyond the responsibility and capacity of council to fund in its own right. Therefore DOCSR Department of Communities Sport and Recreation partnership opportunities should be explored at every opportunity. ICS Infrastructure Charges Schedule It is also recommended that the actions be LGA Local Government Area reviewed annually and a major review of the PIP Priority Infrastructure Plans Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011- 2020 is undertaken tri-annually. SCC Sunshine Coast Council USC University of the Sunshine Coast WOLC Whole of Life Costs

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 55 Outcome Area 1: A diverse and accessible Skate and BMX Network Strategy 1: Effectively managing existing resources Action Facility Priority Resources Partnership type and cost potential 1.1.1 Endorse Table 15: Maintenance and All Immediate Parks and Community Management framework. Gardens groups 1.1.2 Create uniform maintenance regimes All Immediate SCC Service Community for facilities across the region. This and Asset activation requires a sufficient annual operational Managers groups budget allocation which reflects facility $240,000 hierarchy and usage rates. Consider p.a. the following: ►► $5000 (neighbourhood) ►► $7500 (local) ►► $10,000 (district) p.a. per facility to maintain the network. Note: This allocation does not include replacement costs for shade sails that are damaged. 1.1.3 Develop a ‘preferred supplier’ list of All Medium Staff time Specialist professional skate and BMX facility consultants design and construct professionals for utilisation as required.

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56 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 Strategy 2: Planning and providing new skate and BMX opportunities Action Facility type Priority Resources Partnership and cost potential 1.2.1 Adopt the Sunshine Coast Skate All Immediate Staff time Developer, and BMX Plan 2011-2020 Desired State and Standards of Service, and: Federal ►► ensure performance standards funding are considered within opportunities Infrastructure and Structure Planning arrangements (refer PIP/ICS, Open Space Strategy and Integrated Transport Strategy) ►► prepare annual capital works programs in accordance with the recommendations detailed in the Locality of Interest assessments, Volume 3: Supporting resources. 1.2.2 Integrate new skate facilities within All Immediate Staff time Internal Place Making and master planning projects. 1.2.3 Develop prioritisation criteria for All Immediate Staff time Internal future works, facility upgrades and new facility requirements. 1.2.4 Further investigate the potential of Regional Medium Staff time Quad Park Kawana as a location for a regional facility. Conduct cost benefit analysis and explore partnership opportunities. 1.2.5 Ensure the structure and master District Short Staff time planning for Caloundra South and Palmview areas incorporates consideration for the future provision of district level skate and BMX facilities. Consideration towards a minor facility at Palmview and major facility at Caloundra South is required. 1.2.6 Investigate the need for potential Neighbourhood Medium $40,000 Developer, new spot/dot infrastructure at Glass -$120,000 State and House Mountains. each Federal funding opportunities 1.2.7 Ensure planning scheme All Immediate Staff time Private acknowledges public skate and providers BMX facilities as acceptable land uses within parks (or road reserves functioning as parks), sports grounds and community lands; and considers private/commercial indoor skate and BMX facilities as acceptable land uses within industrial precincts.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 57 Strategy 3: Enhancing safety and accessibility of skate and BMX facilities Action Facility Priority Resources Partnership type and cost potential 1.3.1 Ensure active pathway connections All Immediate Staff time Developer, to all skate and BMX facilities (refer ICS State and Open Space Strategy and Active Federal Transport Plan). funding opportunities 1.3.2 Develop a set of standard skate and All Ongoing Staff time Community BMX facility interpretive signage and Approx $5000 progressively install across the region. p.a. 1.3.3 Ensure ongoing community All Ongoing Staff time Community involvement in planning the region’s future Skate and BMX Network, ensuring safety and accessibility remains a key priority.

Outcome Area 2: Sustainable use of skate and BMX resources Strategy 1: Balancing design and management values with recreation/social values Action Facility Priority Resources Partnership type and cost potential 2.1.1 Ensure that suitable skate and BMX All Immediate Staff time Community facilities are designed and maintained to a high quality, commensurate with the attractiveness, nature and use of the surrounding area. 2.1.2 Identify and allocate resources for the All Immediate Staff time Community consultation, design and provision Private of skate and BMX facilities in an efficient, effective manner (subject to funding availability), and encourage and support entrepreneurial arrangements to contribute to the Skate and BMX Network. 2.1.3 Ensure that the type and design All Immediate Staff time Community of skate and BMX facilities retain flexibility and diversity to: ►► accommodate future demand and changing needs ►► ensure compatibility with council’s long-term management values and other uses of public spaces. 2.1.4 Encourage management All Immediate Staff time Community arrangements which maximise the use and safety of skate and BMX facilities. 2.1.5 Undertake a tri-annual review of All Ongoing Staff time Active trends and the utilisation of the Skate users and and BMX Network to inform future stakeholder planning and policy for skate and group BMX facilities.

58 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 2.1.6 Ensure all community engagement All Ongoing Staff time Community is consistent with council’s youth Stakeholder engagement model and provide groups young people with the opportunity Active users to input and assist into planning, design, implementation, activation, management, maintenance and evaluation of the regional Skate and BMX Network. 2.1.7 Monitor developments in adjacent All Ongoing Staff time Other local Local Government areas that might government have an impact on the provision of authorities skate and BMX facilities within the region. 2.1.8 Consolidate the network. All Short- Low Community Due to poor location, condition and Long engagement utilisation, consider either the removal to confirm or relocation (following community consultation) of what appears to be unsuitable skate and BMX facilities (see Section 7: Existing facility recommendations).

Strategy 2: Enhancing opportunities for multi-use and minimising conflicts Action Facility Priority Resources Partnership type and cost potential 2.2.1 Concentrate on facility designs All Immediate Staff time Community which cater for a diverse range of experiences and uses. 2.2.2 Consideration be given to the All Medium $80,000 Private purchase of transportable/mobile providers skate infrastructure which can be rotated quarterly through remote areas and utilised to enhance community events where possible.

Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 59 Outcome Area 3: A well informed and involved community Strategy 1: Promoting the region’s skate and BMX facilities Action Facility Priority Resources Partnership type and cost potential 3.1.1 Work with Sunshine Coast Tourism to All Short Staff time Sunshine promote the Skate and BMX Network Coast to the tourism industry. Tourism 3.1.2 Develop a template for the activation All Medium Staff time Community of the region’s skate and BMX Stakeholders facilities, and implement activation techniques as resources are available. 3.1.3 Following the development of major All Long Staff time Sunshine or regional facilities, implement Coast promotional tools to help position the Tourism Sunshine Coast as a well coordinated region and preferred destination for skate event organisers.

Strategy 2: Providing information and education about skate and BMX opportunities Action Facility Priority Resources Partnership type and cost potential 3.2.1 A strong partnership approach will be All Short Staff time Community encouraged with community groups organisations to educate and provide feedback to Stakeholder council on the performance of the groups Skate and BMX Network. 3.2.2 Prepare a skate and BMX facility All Short Staff time DOCSR information brochure and make available on council’s website. 3.2.3 Support research initiatives which All Short Staff time USC help to demonstrate the economic development potential and cost recovery benefit of skate and BMX facilities for the Sunshine Coast as a whole. 3.2.4 Ensure information is made available All Short Staff time Community to inform residents and visitors of the organisations skate and BMX opportunities and Stakeholder associated events available within the groups region.

60 Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 Outcome Area 4: Partnerships and collaboration Strategy 1: Establishing partnerships to provide new opportunities and manage existing resources Action Facility Priority Resources Partnership type and cost potential 4.1.1 Work with an external Skate and All Ongoing Staff time External BMX Reference Group made up of reference skaters, BMX riders, businesses, group youth advisors, Queensland Police Youth and council officers to: advisors ►► implement, monitor and review the Qld Police Sunshine Coast Skate and BMX Plan 2011-2020 ►► negotiate and develop a code of conduct for skaters that provides information about: ●● an agreed set of behavioural protocols ●● the reporting of safety incidents and facility defects and/or hazards. 4.1.2 Consider providing free entry to All Short Staff time Caloundra existing council owned skate and Aquatic BMX facilities. Lifestyle Centre Lessee 4.1.3 Work with private enterprise to All Ongoing Staff time Private contribute towards the Skate and enterprise BMX Network. 4.1.4 Maximise the usage and economic All Medium Staff time Private benefit of the skate and BMX facilities enterprise within the region, considering long- term economic development and cost recovery strategies for larger facilities. 4.1.5 Begin discussions with the Goodlife All Short Staff time Goodlife Community and Recreation Centre, Community Buderim who own and manage a and neighbourhood skate facility and Recreation determine their role within the regional Centre Skate and BMX Network. Consider partnerships which improve weekend community access.

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