Photo credit: Rich Landscapes and Val Burns photography.
December 2023
The Taupō Skatepark redevelopment is now complete and ready for skaters to grind, olly, and kickflip to their heart's content.
The skatepark is now a safer and more skateable facility thanks to some important upgrades, and the bright new range of colours on the surfaces makes it a real eye-catcher.
Contractors Rich Landscapes and Angus McMillan Concrete have done a great job of the redevelopment which includes the addition of several exciting new skate features, including a bank-to-kerb setup, a standard round rail, and a manual pad accompanied by a standard kerb featuring stylish wollie ends.
These additions will complement the park's existing layout, providing skaters with fresh challenges and opportunities for creativity.
To further enhance the atmosphere of the skatepark, renowned New Zealand skater and artist Adam Wharekawa was commissioned to create captivating artwork. His abstract landscape illustrations will grace the surfaces of the park, adding a touch of artistic flair and creating an inspiring backdrop for skaters.
Now that we have this fantastic new resource, it is important that the community takes pride and looks after it, ensuring it remains a valuable asset for locals and visitors alike.
