City of Joondalup

03/28/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/27/2024 23:24

Tenders awarded for Duncraig Adventure Hub

An adventure hub at Percy Doyle Reserve in Duncraig is a step closer after Joondalup Council awarded two construction tenders on Tuesday 26 March 2024 at the Ordinary Meeting of Council.

Phase 3 Construction has been appointed to undertake the design, supply and construction of the skate facilities at an estimated cost of $1.1million, while Common Grounds Trail Pty Ltd was awarded the tender for the $800,000 bike track component.

The Duncraig Adventure Hub, expected to open in Autumn 2025 is an $8.1million construction that will transform the former site of the tennis courts on Ron Chamberlain Drive into a vibrant hub for young people and the wider community.

The skate park and bike facilities are major features of the hub, which will incorporate a multipurpose court, play space, barbecues, shaded hangout spaces, restrooms, CCTV and lighting. Over 1,500 native plants and 50 trees will be planted as part of the project.

Community support and engagement has been integral to shaping the vision for the project.

Throughout 2021, extensive consultation was undertaken with local residents and young people via drop-in sessions, community group meetings, stakeholder engagement, online interactions and surveys. All feedback was analysed and incorporated into the final design of the precinct. The City also consulted extensively with Curtin University's Act Belong Commit team.

The City has secured a $3m funding contribution from Lotterywest and identified $1m to be applied for through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Funding program.

Joondalup Deputy Mayor Adrian Hill said the tender appointments were an important milestone in a project that has been years in the making.

"The Duncraig Adventure Hub is much anticipated by young people in our community, particularly those living in the southern suburbs of our City," he said.

"Our Youth Recreation Strategy identified there was a need for youth facilities like this in the south, as our very popular facilities at Mirror Park Skate Park in Ocean Reef and Kinross Skate Park are a long way for young people to travel to.

"This much-needed space will offer young people and the wider community an exciting place to build community and enhance wellbeing, with a particular focus on mental health.

"Our City is committed to providing dynamic social spaces that foster community cohesion and enrich the lives of our youth and we are confident the Duncraig Adventure Hub will transform this space into a vibrant zone for young people."