Sports
Nantzikeng Sports Center (楠仔坑運動中心) in Nanzih District (楠梓) began trial operations Sunday. During the trial period, the center is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The fitness center and swimming pool are closed for cleaning from noon to 1 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The Xinflow Surfing Park (芯浪滑板衝浪水公園), will feature what the company describes as Taiwan’s first urban surf-skate attraction using wave-simulation technology.
Chen said Guanyinshan is one of Dashu’s major natural and recreational areas. The city has budgeted about NT$30 million for environmental improvements and facility upgrades in the area, including trail maintenance, public facility repairs, improvements to nearby spaces, and stronger safety measures.
The Liberty Times reports that the route will use Liouguei’s winding mountain roads, with sharp turns and changing terrain expected to test drivers’ handling skills and reaction times. Spectators will be able to watch the cars up close and experience the sound and speed of the competition, organizers said.
Organizers highlighted that this year’s APG included several inclusive initiatives, such as gender-friendly restrooms and enhanced gender awareness training for staff. The competition categories deviated from traditional binary divisions. For instance, bodybuilding included a “non-binary physique group.”
In happier news, a post from Taiwan Travel Tips (TTT) noted that the fading rainbow colors at a crosswalk in the Pier 2 Art Center area have been restored to their original vibrancy.
The Hawks’ home opener — which they won, 7-4 over the Lions — drew a strong crowd, with infield tickets selling out. The city said more than 10,000 fans packed the stands with banners and noisemakers as the stadium filled with chants and horns.
Trial operations begin in July for the Sanmin Sports Center (三民運動中心), located beside Yangming Junior High School (陽明國中), which will include a 25-meter heated swimming pool, a spa pool, and a dedicated children’s splash area.
By RK Shih / Staff. AI image for illustration only – based on previous renderings. KAOHSIUNG — Two of Kaohsiung’s most closely…
The NT$610 million Nanzihkeng facility is the flagship project for North Kaohsiung. Located near the Nanzih Interchange, the 8,932-square-meter building is positioned to support the influx of workers from the TSMC Kaohsiung Plant and the surrounding semiconductor S-corridor.
