On , KongQuest made headlines on ABC Sydney during a special feature about the launch of the new $1.4 million Parramatta Parkour Park. The segment brought together Lord Mayor Martin Zaiter and KongQuest Founder Alexander Robinson for a powerful discussion about youth, health, and the future of movement.
Watch the Interview
Watch the full clip on Instagram via ABC Sydney’s post or play the hosted version below.
Parramatta Parkour Park on ABC Sydney, featuring Lord Mayor Martin Zaiter and Alexander Robinson.
Watch it on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DIyV023SdBp/
Setting the Scene
The City of Parramatta has launched one of Australia’s most advanced parkour facilities, a purpose built $1.4 million park designed for youth, families, and athletes. This park represents a step forward in supporting active lifestyles through design that encourages creativity and movement.
To mark the opening, ABC Sydney invited Lord Mayor Martin Zaiter and KongQuest Founder Alexander Robinson to share their insights on how this facility will serve the next generation of movers and creators.
The conversation focused on the park’s social and physical benefits, how parkour builds confidence, and why safe, inclusive public spaces matter.
The ABC Sydney Chat
The discussion was filmed on location at the new Parramatta Parkour Park. Surrounded by modern obstacles and open training zones, Alexander and Martin talked about how parkour connects community, builds resilience, and encourages movement without barriers.
The Lord Mayor praised the park’s design for its inclusivity and its role in youth engagement, while Alexander explained how KongQuest and Parkour360 help young athletes transition from curiosity to capability.
The segment showed parkour in its truest form — freedom, creativity, and community working together in a safe, accessible way.
Key Highlights
- $1.4 million investment in community wellbeing and active youth spaces.
- Purpose built design for beginners, teens, and advanced athletes alike.
- Focus on inclusion with open group zones for shared learning.
- Backed by experts from KongQuest and City of Parramatta collaboration.
- Endorsed by ABC Sydney for promoting positive movement culture.
The facility encourages participation from all ages, making parkour more approachable and safe for everyone. This collaboration shows how media, government, and community groups can align to promote healthier, more active cities.
Why It Matters
This article aligns with Mission One — to inspire the next generation of parkour athletes. Seeing parkour discussed on major Australian media shows how far the movement has come.
Every interview, every new park, and every open conversation like this builds credibility for the sport. It proves parkour is not just training, it is a culture of creativity, confidence, and connection.
When young people see their community leaders and athletes talking about parkour on national media, they begin to believe they can be part of it too.
Take Action
Inspired by the conversation? Get involved with the growing parkour movement.
Join Parkour360 to begin your journey and train safely.
Book Playkour to bring professional parkour activations to your community.
Support KongQuest and help fund more parkour spaces like this.
FAQ
- Where is the new Parramatta Parkour Park located?
- The park sits within Parramatta’s open recreational precinct, designed for youth and families.
- Who built and funded the park?
- The City of Parramatta invested $1.4 million to design and construct the new parkour park.
- Was KongQuest involved in the project?
- Yes. KongQuest helped consult and advocate for safe, inclusive design and represented the parkour community on ABC Sydney.
- What did the ABC Sydney segment cover?
- Lord Mayor Martin Zaiter and Alexander Robinson discussed youth health, safety, and the value of movement culture.
- How can I start learning parkour?
- Visit Parkour360 for tutorials and programs for all skill levels.
