Design Work is on track for new attractions

The final designs for a new water park and pump track in Charters Towers are close to being signed off.

The two projects are part of the Charters Towers Regional Council 2020-2024 Priority Project Plan.

Mayor Frank Beveridge said the projects will further improve liveability in the Charters Towers region.

“This is building on our commitment to create recreational spaces that allow for community engagement and promote growth, health and well-being,” he said.

The proposed location for the Charters Towers Water Park is on the corner of Water and Burdekin Streets. 

“Stage one is expected to cost about $2.8 million and we expect it to be finished by the end of June next year,” Mayor Beveridge said.

“Funding for the water park is coming from the Works for Queensland (W4Q) program, an initiative of the Queensland Government.

“This water park will be a fantastic development for Charters Towers and will be well used by residents,” Mayor Beveridge said.

Meanwhile work is progressing on a new pump track for Defiance Mill Park.

The park’s current BMX track is due to be replaced with a modular track to improve safety and reduce maintenance costs for the council.

Funding for the $400,000 project has come from the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

Mayor Beveridge said the track will be another well utilised community asset.

“This new track will create another recreational space for locals,” he said.

“The modular design means that it will be safe for skateboard, scooter and pushbike riders to use and will significantly reduce maintenance costs for the council compared to the old BMX track.

“We expect to have the project built the before the end of June next year,” Mayor Beveridge said.
 

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