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Youth space - Mt Roskill

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Youth space takes shape

Plans for the new youth facility at 740 Sandringham Road Extension are taking shape.

Research and engagement with local youth, the community and stakeholders identified the need for a youth space to improve the quality of life of young people in the area.

The new facility will provide a dedicated space for local youth to spend time in and includes features such as an indoor basketball court, art space, hang out area and much more.

Location

The proposed site is located behind the Wesley Community Centre, 744 Sandringham Road Extension, at the northern entrance to the Mt Roskill War Memorial Park. The proposed building will occupy part of the space currently containing the Owairaka Athletics club.

This site has been selected as most suitable because:

• it is centrally located for youth
• it is on public transport routes
• it is next to the existing Community Centre

The Athletics Club and Council have agreed that the existing Owairaka Athletics club building be removed and provision has been made within the new building for the club.

Timeline

June to August 2009 Ongoing engagement with youth and stakeholders
September 2009 Public engagement on the draft design (information days)
October/November 2009 Resource consent notification through public notice
March 2010 Construction anticipated to commence
March 2011 Construction anticipated to be completed

Updated October 2009