Regional Aquatic Centre

  • Project typeOpen Spaces
  • Project value$29,531,586
  • Contractor nameHines Construction Pty Ltd
Grafton Pool design

The new Regional Aquatic Centre is envisioned as an inclusive, contemporary aquatic facility with a variety of water spaces and support facilities to service the needs of the local community.

 

What's happening?

Council has resolved to award a contract to Hines Construction Pty Ltd to deliver a new, inclusive aquatic facility for the community which will include:

  • Demolition of existing pools and facilities;
  • Construction of an indoor centre including two pools (25m pool, combined program & leisure pool) and additional accessible amenities using myrtha system;
  • Inclusive splash pad;
  • Refurbishment of existing amenities;
  • Outdoor 50m pool and grandstand. 


The next stage (not included) will see the construction of two new waterslides. We will continue to look for suitable funding to deliver the slides.

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What are the benefits?

  • The deteriorating asset will be renewed, reducing on going maintenance costs.
  • The facility will be able to host regional level competitions in the 50m pool.
  • The 25m pool will be to FINA standards.
  • Sections of the facilities will be open year-round.
  • The facility will include all-ability access where possible.
  • Additional storage will be available.
  • Energy efficient options have been included in the design.

 

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Who is involved?

Council is currently working with the head contractor, Hines Construction Pty Ltd and Facility Design Group to deliver the project.

Expenditure to date & forecast

Construction Phase (including project expenditure to date)

  • Car park
  • Project Management/Site Surveillance
  • Design Coordination

$3,039,235

Tender Awarded

$26,492,351

 

 

Total

$29,531,586

 

 

Funding

 

Stronger Country Community Fund (SCCF) Grant

$1,453,482

Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program (LRCIP Grant)

$2,051,366

General Revenue 23/24 & 24/25

$2,000,000

Contributions

$4,352,824

 

 

Total

$9,857.672

 

 

Balance (Loan Borrowing)

$19,673,914

 

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Location

72 Turf St, Grafton 2460  View Map

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