Murchison’s new pump track, officially named Four Rivers Flow Zone by the community, is complete and ready for wheels.
The 10-month long project was completed in mid-February with the help of various contractors, volunteers, and community members. Its official opening was celebrated recently with around 100 people turning out to check out the project.
“It’s definitely a track for all ages and stages, smaller rollers have been added for riders like toddlers on balance bikes as well as advanced lines for the more adrenaline-seeking riders,” pump track working group member and Murchison Sport, Recreation and Cultural Centre’s Michelle Pointon Pugh, says.
“It’s a great asset for the Murch community.”
She says that the ‘bowl’ at the back of the track was specifically put there for smaller kids and other wheels like roller skates and skateboards, which contributes nicely to the track and general space.
Deputy Mayor and Lakes/Murchison ward councillor Stuart Bryant has been a driving force in securing funding and support, and says that the project’s success has been down to the in-kind volunteering from community members.
“You can’t put a price on the huge amount of voluntary work this community has done, they have come together for the betterment of the whole community and it’s fantastic.
“The steering committee did a wonderful job of coordinating it all and gathering support, as well as Empire of Dirt who did a wonderful job of constructing the track.”
Stuart says that it’s a fantastic long-term asset for Murchison’s children, teenagers, and the community at large.
The mud, clay, landscaping, and vegetation will take some time to settle, after which further improvements are planned such as the installation of shade sails, picnic tables and a playground.
