Media Enquiries
Sydney Roller Skate is a community-run project supporting and representing the roller skating community across Sydney.
We welcome media enquiries related to roller skating, public skating spaces, community use of public infrastructure, and the outdoor roller skate rink proposal submitted to council.
Use this form to request:
- Interviews or commentary
- Background information or context
- Images or supporting material
- Clarification on community or advocacy activity
We aim to respond promptly where possible.
This project is not a commercial organisation, and response times may vary.
Please include relevant deadlines and publication details in your message.
Further Resources
Media Boilerplate
About Sydney Roller Skate
Sydney Roller Skate is a community-run initiative supporting roller skating across Sydney. The project documents local skating culture, promotes safe and inclusive participation, and advocates for better public skating infrastructure, including dedicated outdoor roller rinks.
The website serves as a central resource for skate groups, events, training information, skate spots, and community-led advocacy. Sydney Roller Skate is independent and non-commercial.
Media and council talking points
On roller skating and public space
Roller skating is a low-cost, inclusive activity that brings people into public space in a positive way. It supports physical health, social connection, and intergenerational use of infrastructure.
On the outdoor rink proposal
The proposal responds to existing demand. People are already skating in parks, car parks, and shared paths. Purpose-built space reduces conflict and improves safety.
On community impact
Roller skating communities are self-organising and diverse. When cities support them, participation increases and public spaces become more active and welcoming.
On why this matters now
Cities are rethinking how public space is used. Skating infrastructure is relatively low-cost and high-impact compared to many traditional facilities.
On governance and intent
This is not a commercial venture. It is a community resource and advocacy effort focused on long-term public benefit.
Media enquiry guardrails
We’re happy to engage on:
- Roller skating culture and community in Sydney
- Public space use and active recreation
- The outdoor roller rink proposal and related advocacy
- Community-led approaches to infrastructure
We don’t engage in:
- Sensationalist or adversarial framing
- Personal commentary unrelated to the project
- Commercial endorsements or promotions outside of those commercial endorsements of existing members and business advocates
Practical notes for media
- Please include deadlines and publication details
- Images and supporting material are available on request
- Quotes may be reviewed for factual accuracy only