Council, state, federal and community representatives
have come together to tour construction activities of the North Bellarine Aquatic Centre stage two facilities and check on how the project is progressing.
As development on the indoor pools continues, a
ceremonial sod turning was held yesterday with the project’s Community Advisory
Panel and funding partners:
Australian Government ($20 million under the Priority Community Infrastructure
Program), Victorian Government ($20 million) and City of Greater Geelong (up to
$300,000).
To ensure the safety of all users, we have
rerouted access to the beloved 50-metre outdoor pool through an alternate
entrance. This measure will remain in effect until mid to late April, when the
facility will close until mid-October. This closure is necessary due to the
high-risk construction activities taking place and the need to repurpose some
of our plant equipment for the new indoor facility.
We will keep you updated on any disruptions
ahead of time through the City’s social media channels, the project page and onsite signage.
Expected to open its doors to the community in
mid-2027, the indoor centre will boast:
- twenty-five metre indoor pool with eight lanes and access ramp
- warm water pool with access ramp
- accessible change rooms
- first aid room
- gymnasium and group fitness rooms
- foyer, reception, administration and office
- café with seating
- landscaping and pathways
- extended car park with accessible spaces
- refurbishment of the entry pavilion.
Federal Member for Corangamite Libby Coker MP
Locals across the Bellarine are excited to see construction of the stage
two facility well underway.
This is a legacy project that, together, we
have fought for – it will make a real difference to so many locals across the
North Bellarine and I thank the state government and Alison Marchant for their
contribution.
Stage two includes so many amazing
facilities, from a gym and cafe to the 25-metre pool and, importantly, the
learn to swim pool – it’ll be great for families, older people, and so many
people across the North Bellarine.
Member for Bellarine Alison Marchant MP
Construction is an exciting milestone for our community, as we see this
project come to life and deliver a fully accessible, year-round aquatic
facility for Bellarine residents.
I can’t wait to see the community come
together and make the most of these incredible new indoor spaces.
Greater Geelong
Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM
Construction on stage two of the North Bellarine
Aquatic Centre is tracking well.
We’re
thrilled to see the indoor facility and pool hall take shape.
Stage
two is set to broaden the use of this critical facility and ensure residents
from Portarlington, St Leonards and Indented Head never have to travel far to
access aquatic facilities.
We’re
incredibly grateful to the Australian and Victorian governments for recognising
the value of this project’s indoor component and the benefits to Bellarine
residents.