Community
15 August, 2025
Port Fairy skate and play officially open
PORT Fairy’s long-awaited skate and play space has been officially opened.
Community members turned out in high numbers last Friday afternoon to mark the official opening of what has been a long-awaited community project.
Federal Senator Raff Ciccone enjoyed a tour of the new facility and was joined by Moyne Shire mayor Cr Karen Foster and Member for Western Victoria Jacinta Ermacora for official proceedings.
“The new skate and play precinct isn’t just an invement in infrastructure, it’s an investment in the health, wellbeing and future of the Port Fairy community,” Senator Ciccone said.
“The government is proud to deliver a safe and inclusive outdoor space where families can play, skaters can test their skills and everyone can enjoy the benefits of fresh air and active living.”
Ms Ermacora echoed the minister’s thoughts, saying she believed the area would be a great asset not only for the people of Port Fairy, but those who visited the town.
“Open and accessible for everyone, this will become a destination and gathering place for so many people to enjoy,” she said.
Moyne mayor Cr Karen Foster said there had been an incredible sense of anticipation in the community for the new facility, with constant calls from parents and children eager to know when the play space would open.
“It’s very exciting to finally let everyone enjoy their new community gathering and recreation space,” she said.
“It’s been a big undertaking to complete this project, with a complex sit and a lot of associated works right along Campbell Street.
“Council’s project management office (PMO) has done a great job, overseeing and collaborating with construction partner Convic, private and council work crews, local residents, community groups, utilities and more.
“The PMO worked with the organisers of the popular Port Fairy Parkrun to ensure their altered course would still meet global Parkrun requirements.”
The new park includes an outdoor fitness area, 40m inclusive flying fox, half court with basketball ring and soccer goal, a covered barbecue and seating area, open lawn areas and a toilet block.
The area also encompasses a fenced playground with three-tier slide tower, in-ground trampolines, climbing frames and more.
The skatepark itself includes a mix of street features along with a beginner-intermediate bowl.
A new car park has also been established on James Street (accessible via a raised ‘wombat’ crossing).
Built at a cost of $3.09 million, including works on surrounding roads and carparks, the precinct was achieved with funding support from the federal government, Sport and Recreation Victoria, Moyne Shire Council and the Transport Accident Commission.
