After two years in the pipeline, Tottenham's youngsters are making the most of their new skate park following its official opening by Lachlan Shire Council on Wednesday 27 August.

The park is designed for primary and high school-aged children, and even trike-peddling toddlers. 

Parents who came together to call for more facilities and activities for the district's young people are pleased to see the skate park being heavily used.

The project began with local parents organising in 2023 to give their children more to do in their free time.

"Since it's been built and opened, I haven't been there once when there hasn't been any other kids there," said parent Tanya Fulton.

"I don't know whether it's just because it's new and that's why the kids are loving it so much, or whether it'll stay like that, but it just gives them something else to do after school and on weekends.

"We've got a park where there's a bit of play equipment, but other than that - and during winter time especially - there's nothing else for the kids to really do."

Tottenham township had a population of around 260 people during the 2021 Census. [IMAGE: supplied]

The park features ramps, rail, an open riding area and seating.

The project was completed by the end of July after construction began in early April.

Parents and the local council held community consultations over 2023 and 2024, including with children, which showed support for the idea.

The council funded it using part of an over $3.3 million grant secured in 2023 from the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

"It's been two-and-a-bit years and it's just really lovely to see it come to fruition," said Sally Fitzalan, who was also one of parents who helped launch the idea.

"We were just a collective group of parents who were motivated and wanted to see this happen."