Regional Aquatic Centre
- Project typeOpen Spaces
- Project value$29,531,586
- Contractor nameHines Construction Pty Ltd
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.
Project updates
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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.
![regional aquatic centre.JPG](/files/assets/public/v/1/home-page/projects/images/regional-aquatic-centre.jpg?w=866&h=484)
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
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$3,039,235 |
Tender Awarded |
$26,492,351 |
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Total |
$29,531,586 |
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Funding
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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
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$4,352,824 |
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Total |
$9,857.672 |
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Balance (Loan Borrowing) |
$19,673,914 |
Location
72 Turf St, Grafton 2460 View Map
-29.68234709999999,152.9290987
72 Turf St ,
Grafton 2460
72 Turf St ,
Grafton 2460
Regional Aquatic Centre