Get pumped for pedal power: new track incoming
An exciting new attraction for riders of all ages is about to take shape at Coolum.
As part of Sunshine Coast Council upgrades for the park, Council has engaged a specialist contractor to finalise the design for the highly anticipated pump track at Lions and Norrie Job Park on David Low Way, Coolum.
The pump track is jointly funded by Sunshine Coast Council and the Queensland Government.
A pump track is a fun, looping track made up of smooth bumps, rollers and turns.
Instead of pedalling, riders use an up‑and‑down body motion to build and maintain speed, known as “pumping”.
Pump tracks are designed for everyone and bikes, scooters and skateboards are all welcome.
Riders of different ages and skill levels can use the same track at the same time, which makes them great places for families, friends and the wider community to come together and be active.
Construction of the track will begin once landscaping works are completed and the final track design receives approval.
Park upgrades are scheduled to start on 4 May 2026 and expected to be finished by late September 2026.
These improvements will include an additional barbecue shelter, better path connections, upgraded fitness station, a shade sail and spaces that will link the pump track to the rest of the park.
The pump track project, identified as a standout community priority in the park’s landscape plan, is now moving into its next phase with a customised design-and-construction process to ensure a high‑quality, long-lasting facility.
Sunshine Coast Council Division 9 Councillor Maria Suarez said the community’s enthusiasm had helped shape the park, which should be completed and open for the community by the end of September 2026.
“Our community told us loud and clear that they wanted a pump track that delivered excitement, challenge and fun, and it’s great to see construction now about to begin,” Cr Suarez said.
“By engaging a specialist contractor, we’re ensuring this track will be built to a high standard and will reflect the ideas and aspirations local riders shared with us.”
Community-led design
Late last year, Council released a draft pump track concept plan that was met with strong support. Community feedback called for features such as taller jumps and pumps, crossover opportunities and jumpable lines, coastal-inspired coloured line markings, higher drop-ins for greater speed and tabletop jumps.
Cr Suarez said the pump track would add fresh energy to the recently upgraded park.
“This new track will complement the basketball half court and other improvements, giving young people and families another active reason to visit Coolum Beach and enjoy the park,” she said.
Once both the landscaping and pump track construction are completed, the upgrade is expected to be finished and open to the community by the end of September 2026.
Sunshine Coast locals can already get a feel for how popular pump tracks are at Sugar Bag Road Town Reserve in Caloundra West and Forestwood Drive Park in Buderim, where riders of all ages enjoy the thrill of rolling, pumping and flowing around the track.
Forestwood Drive Park pump track, Buderim
The Stage 2 works build on the $1.6 million Stage 1 transformation recently completed at Lions and Norrie Job Park, which delivered new shelters, barbecues, pathways, fitness equipment and landscaping.
For Stage 1, Sunshine Coast Council provided funding of more than $1 million and proudly partnered with the Australian Government, which contributed $250,000 through its Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program, and the Queensland Government, which provided $250,000 through its Minor Infrastructure Program towards improvements to Lions Park and Norrie Job Park.