Among the many supporters of the project is born and bred resident Solomon Hill who took up skating four years ago and is adamant the time is right for a park in his hometown.

"I originally wrote a letter to council asking for a park two years ago, I think it was a good idea then and it's definitely a good idea now," he said.

"The town has always had a surf culture and skating goes hand in hand with surfing."

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Previous attempts to get skateparks in Mid North Coast towns have come up against significant opposition.

It took the better part of 20 years for a park to be built at Nambucca Heads, and after complaints from a handful of residents the site was locked inside a fence with a strict curfew attached.

There hasn't been any significant opposition to a skatepark at Scotts Head yet, and Solomon hopes that going forward anyone not entirely on board with the project will keep an open mind.

"I know skating has a bad image, and skaters can sometimes be stereotyped as youth up to no good, but that's not all skating is about," he said.

"It can be a good way for young people to get out and about, meet new friends and channel their energy and focus into something constructive instead of getting up to mischief."

Emma Gentle, President of the Scotts Head Community Group, agrees that a park would be a boon for the town and meet a demand that has been made clear by residents.

"A few years ago, we put out a survey asking residents what they wanted most for our little village and at the top of the list were a community garden and a skatepark," Emma said.

"Obviously not everyone filled out the survey, but I think the general sense among most of the community is we need something for our young people.

"Our culture here is very surfy, and for kids who might not like surfing, or if there is no surf, the youth need somewhere to go, something to do outside so they can be active and healthy.

"A skatepark isn't the only answer, but it's a step in the right direction."

Long time Scotts Head resident John Gilroy is also in favour of the skatepark project.

He did have some concerns initially about the planning process being undertaken without community consultation, but the public survey released by council has alleviated his apprehension.

"I think the most important thing is to give everyone in the community a voice so they can have a say on the project," he said

"Skating is a great activity and with proper planning and development Nambucca Valley Council could construct an excellent facility that everyone will enjoy.

"We have always been a touristy town, and a skatepark will be a bonus for tourists when they visit."

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