Cracks, tilted hoops: Narrabundah's only court deemed unsafe
A 40-year-old basketball court in Narrabundah has dangerous cracks and broken baskets. The community is asking the government to fix it.
The community is asking the ACT Government to fix the basketball court in Narrabundah. The basketball court has served residents for more than 40 years but is now neglected.
Cracks have formed in the cement under one hoop. An anthill is growing through the breaks.
The baskets are tilted and sit below the rule of 10-foot height. The backboards are different sizes.
Residents no longer think the court is safe. The Old Narrabundah Community Council has started a government petition.
They want the cement resurfaced and baskets fully replaced. The work would cost around $200,000.
Community leaders say the court sits near an Aboriginal health centre. It is also near a youth housing program and a school.
This makes it an important meeting place for local families.
- over 40 years
- Court age
- $200,000
- Estimated upgrade cost
- 10 feet
- Recommended basket height
- 2021
- Community rallying since
Why it mattersKids are falling on the unsafe court. A small investment could stop injuries. It would also create a lasting community meeting place.
AustraliaThe ACT Government has allocated $37 million for recreational areas this budget year, but Narrabundah residents argue their community has been overlooked while new facilities are built elsewhere.
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