Council Signs Sub-Lease Agreement for Former Drag Strip Site

Published on 17 December 2024

Swan Hill Rural City Council is pleased to announce the signing of a sub-lease agreement with the Skid City Consortium for the former drag strip site. This follows considerable negotiation and marks a significant step forward in maximising the use of this space for the benefit of the community.

The sub-lease agreement will officially commence on January 1, 2025, for a three-year period. 

Mayor Cr Stuart King expressed his enthusiasm for the agreement and the potential it holds for the site.

 “This collaboration with the Skid City Consortium reflects Council’s commitment to fostering innovative uses for community spaces. We are confident this will breathe new life into the former drag strip site, creating value for both the community and visitors to the region.

“The primary lease for the site is held by the Chisholm Reserve Committee (CRC), and Council extends its gratitude to the Committee for their support in finalising the sub-lease with Skid City. We look forward to collaborating closely to achieve our shared goal of making the site operational once again,” Cr King said.

Chairperson of the Skid City Consortium, Mark Humphrey , shared their excitement about the opportunity.

“This site holds great potential, and we are eager to work together with Council to create a space that will be enjoyed by the entire region and its visitors,” Mark said.

For more information, please contact Council on 5036 2333.

Pictured L to R (Back row) Cr Terry Jennings, Cr Peta Thornton, Cr Les McPhee, Cr Lindsay Rogers, Cr Hugh Broad, Cr Philip Englefield.

(Front row) Skid City Consortium Alec Berias and Chairperson Mark Humphrey, Swan Hill Rural City Council CEO Scott Barber, Mayor Cr Stuart King, Chisholm Reserve Committee Roger Day and Swan Hill Rural City Council Director Development and Planning Michelle Grainger.