Tea Gardens Skate Park Kids Redesign winners announced Myall Coast Myall Coast - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - June 7, 2023 A special award in recognition of detailed design and effort was awarded to a joint entry by local skaters Jaxon Phillips (ten years), Hunter Ridgway (eleven years), and Tom Howarth (eleven years). COMMUNITY wins biggest, as the Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Progress Association (HNTGPA) announced the winners of the ‘Redesign the Skate Park Competition’ on Sunday, 4 June. With 23 entries from local young people and children received, judges from the Worimi Aboriginal Reference Group and the Myall River Art Walk Group decided. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au The winners are Melia Humfrey and Chiara Williamson (ten years). Chez Rand, local artist and Myall River Art Walk Group member, stated, “The winning designs answered the brief, both considering more than just skating equipment.” HNTGPA President Bruce Murray told NOTA, “Melia’s entry was selected for its overall effort in visual design and the inclusion of all aspects, including the carpark, picnic areas, inclusive facilities, efficient lighting, and the skate park’s ramps and bowls. “Chiara’s entry comprised excellent drawings, outlining the need for pet facilities, a community library, and an optional community canteen to operate on weekends.” Judges were impressed by the depth of consideration in several entries, such as toilets, drink stations, ancillary facilities, and the entertainment and comfort of parents and guardians. Special recognition of detailed design and effort went to a joint-entry by local skaters, Jaxon Phillips (ten), Hunter Ridgway (eleven), and Tom Howarth (eleven), an innovative design including ramp specifications and layout, bowl and pipe illustrations, and activities for children’s needs at every age. Special mention went to entries by Annie (eight), Eden (seven), Edith (eight), Lewis O’ Malley (eight), Ruby McKeough (five), Ruby Mullins (twelve), Sophie (five), Stella Mullins (ten), and Dylan O’Malley (six). “The winners and special mentions will all be contacted by the HNTGPA for their prizes and certificates in acknowledgement of their community service and care,” Mr Murray announced. “In addition, all the entries will be incorporated into an updated Progress Association grant application for funds to upgrade the park, supported by other local service groups. “Copies have also been provided to MidCoast Council to inform the draft Skatepark Strategy, which forms part of the draft Open Space and Recreation Strategy 2023-2035.” By Thomas O’KEEFE Great entry with a netball court by Laura Howarth (thirteen) – special mention. Melia Humfrey’s winning entry – written submission. Melia Humfrey’s winning entry – visual concept. Ruby Mullins (twelve) design included ‘Aboriginal artwork’ and a need for a space to paint – special mention. Winning entry by Chiara Williamson (ten) from Shearwater, Tea Gardens, included games like outdoor jenga and a community library.
