General News
6 March, 2026
Koroit pumped over new design
MOYNE Shire councillors have endorsed a concept design for the existing Koroit outdoor youth space that will include a new pump track.
The design plan, that includes features such as a pump track for bikes, scooters and skateboards, also incorporates adventure play equipment, more trees and enhanced landscaping.
The Koroit community has led the push to identify further passive and active recreational opportunities in the town.
Moyne Shire mayor Cr Jordan Lockett said it was easy to see the potential benefits for community wellbeing, and how this proposed youth space would attract more families to Koroit.
“Koroit already has the highest population of young people in the shire, and the highest growth forecast,” Cr Lockett said.
“Around 30 per cent of Koroit’s population is aged 10-24, and we need to provide the kinds of spaces and activities they want to use, such as an epic pump track.
“The design also meets people’s requests for open space, kick-about areas, and spaces for families and young people to hang out – it’s definitely epic!”
Cr Lockett said the council had listened closely to what was heard from the community through an engagement session, online survey, and active workshops with both primary schools and council’s youth advisory board members.
The total cost for the project has been forecast at $1.28 million, with a proposal to stage the works.
Funding has not yet been sought for the project.
