WATCH: Skateboarders have their say at business meeting

Skateboarders were invited to attend a business meeting last week, hosted by Johan Pieters.

The meeting was critical to determine how best to proceed with plans to create a local skateboard park.

Pieters is intent on having the park ready for use within a year.

While plans are still in their infancy, the meeting made a number of important determinations.

WATCH: Local skateboarders show off their skills

For the full story, make sure to pick up this week’s edition of the Newcastle Advertiser, on shelves from Thursday.