Love Tatura

Rolling into a new era

By Kelly Lucas-Carmody

Jul 25, 2025

The vibe was gnarly and the kids were fully decked out in all the gear as the lovetatura team dropped in at the town’s brand-new skate park to capture all the action following its official opening in mid-June.

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But it wasn’t just the kids getting amongst it — a parent and a couple of guys in their late 20s were carving it up around the park too.

Launched ahead of schedule on Friday, June 13, the skate park marks a major milestone for the Tatura community and everyone involved in making it happen.

Funded entirely through the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program and included in Greater Shepparton City Council’s 2024-25 budget, the project has delivered a significantly upgraded space.

The park now boasts modern facilities that cater to skaters, BMX riders, and scooter users of all skill levels and even features a fun nod to one of Tatura’s most iconic treats — a concrete vanilla slice bench.

City of Greater Shepparton Mayor Shane Sali thanked the community for their input during the design phase.

“We appreciate the community’s valuable feedback and suggestions which were provided throughout the design process,” Cr Sali said.

“This feedback helped shape a facility that will serve residents and visitors for many years.

“The new skate park is a great improvement from the existing park, and we look forward to seeing it utilised by skaters, BMX riders and scooters of all abilities.

“The addition of the concrete vanilla slice is the perfect finishing touch to recognise the town’s award-winning slice.”

Parents, kids and older skaters alike agreed the new site is a fantastic addition to the town, noting it’s been packed since the moment it opened.

“We’ve been down here every night since it opened,” parent, Aaron Dunham said, before adding with a laugh, “Even in the rain. The kids love it.”

Parent Michael Londrigan, who attended all the planning sessions in the lead-up to the build, said the new facilities were a massive improvement.

“I think it’s a fantastic facility,” he said.

“Look at how many kids are here right now — it’s unreal.”

Mates and skaters Luke Morris, 28, and Matt Billings, 26, who’ve each been skating for almost 15 years, said the park was a great new spot for skaters across the region.

“We’re from Shepp and this is our first time here,” Luke said.

“It looks good — another spot to skate.”

And if you asked the kids what they thought?

Their answers were loud and clear — this is now their favourite part of town.

Words like “awesome,” “cool jumps,” and “it’s huge” were flying around — the kids were stoked.

Councillor Rod Schubert said he looked forward to seeing the community make the most of the facility — and based on this feedback, they already are.

“This project brings a modern facility to Tatura and strengthens our commitment to creating spaces that foster community connection and active lifestyles,” Cr Schubert said.

“It’s a great outcome for the town and the region.”

– Kelly Lucas-Carmody