Local Councils are under constant pressure to deliver quality services and facilities to their local communities. Parkitect’s free design service is one way we’re helping councils manage their costs.
Parks and neighbourhood playgrounds help create a strong sense of community. They’re places families spend time together. Where kids of all ages and abilities can explore, learn and test their skills – and simply have fun.
In Australia, there’s an increasing community expectation for local councils to provide quality recreational facilities like parks, sports grounds and playspaces.
Pressure on local councils to provide quality playspaces
With councils constrained in their ability to raise funds, increasing populations, and rising costs, they’re faced with the problem of how to deliver the facilities people expect.
When it comes to providing local community infrastructure, councils need to do more with less.
Here are a couple of examples where our Modular Pumptracks have helped councils and communities make real savings.
Regional Development Australia – Far West NSW: Tibooburra pump track
The Regional Development Australia – Far West NSW works alongside local councils to “build partnerships to develop strategies and deliver sustainable infrastructure and services to their regions.”
When weighing up their options for a local playground it was clear that, for communities out of the major regional centres, cost was a big issue.
Leesa Zupanovich, Project Manager, Regional Development Australia – Far West NSW, was involved in the decision to build a pump track in Tibooburra (NSW). “Because of our remote location, it was extremely expensive to create a quality local playspace.
“From the initial enquiry to the final delivery on site, the communication and information provided by Parkitect were outstanding and professional. It made the process of this project trouble-free.”
Curlew Community Park pump track in Laverton
Another Parkitect project was the pump track at Curlew Community Park (Laverton Victoria). It was part of a major upgrade by Hobson Bay City Council.
As with most projects, the council was looking for a sustainable, economical playspace solution. Parkitect worked with JMac Constructions, who were appointed to build the track, to prepare the installation and help them understand the Modular Pumptrack system.
Free design service with every Parkitect Modular Pumptrack
We understand the pressures on landscape architects and councils to design sustainable playspaces.
We work closely with design professionals to create the perfect pump track design to harmonise with the local environment and meet the client’s brief.
For us, building for safety is always an important priority, as is achieving the right riding ‘flow’. We’ve developed a pump track design that riders trust. This comes down to the precise engineering and perfect geometry of each pump track module.
Because we’ve been doing it for years – it’s all we do – we know that pump track design is complicated and easy to get wrong.
Our goal is to guarantee a great result, every time.
Our complimentary Modular Pumptrack design service is achieved at the time of quoting and saves councils time, hassle, and thousands of dollars that may otherwise be spent on specialist consultancy fees.
What’s included in our free Modular Pumptrack custom design service?
Our thorough 4-Step Process ensures the track design you choose for your local neighbourhood pump track suits both the space and your budget.
Step 1: Discovery – We discuss your project brief so we can understand your goals and the parameters of your proposed pump track site.
Step 2: Design – The Parkitect design team will then work alongside you or your chosen landscape designer, master planner or play space designer, to create the perfect track to suit your space and budget. Using the latest CAD software and 3D design software we’ll develop a range of optimum riding options to suit your needs and help you visualise your design.
Step 3: Create – Based on your specifications, we build your certified Modular Pumptrack modules in our purpose-built factory. Our Modular Pumptrack system is certified and complies with the latest Australian Standards AS EN14974:2021.
Step 4: Delivery and Assembly – The beauty of our pump tracks is that you won’t need to hire specialist contractors to assemble the modules. (Another saving for our clients!) Our step-by-step Modular Pumptrack Self-Installation Manual make building your pump track easy. Of course, the Parkitect team are always on-hand for support to ensure the successful assembly of your pump track.
A well-designed pump track doesn’t need to cost the earth. So, if you’re looking to install a sustainable playspace solution that’s popular with people of all ages, get in touch.
To find out more about Parkitect’s Modular Pumptrack system, contact Shaun on 0411 423 773 or visit their website.
