New design plans unveiled for $13m Yeppoon Aquatic Centre upgrades
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New design plans for the Yeppoon Aquatic Centre upgrades have been unveiled, as the project continues to progress in preparation for construction later this year.
Livingstone Shire Council has secured $13 million in Australian Government funding to deliver a new 50 metre swimming pool and other facility upgrades for the Yeppoon Aquatic Centre, situated at Cooee Bay.
Council has been working closely with local architect Brian Hooper and Push Architects to finalise plans for the facility.
Features of the Yeppoon Aquatic Facilities Upgrade will include:
• a new 50 metre pool and amenities block;
• shade over the pool;
• all-ability access to the complex and the pool;
• new welcoming entrance and landscaping;
• The project also includes the removal/demolition of the Cooee Bay Hall to accommodate the footprint of the project.
Mayor Adam Belot said although current funding does not permit the replacement of the existing learn-to-swim pool, master planning for the new facility has considered how a new learn-to-swim pool may be included on the site in future.
“The pools and associated facilities are scheduled to close to the general public from mid-September 2024 (subject to builders programming) to commence early works demolition for the project,” Mayor Belot said.
“Construction of the new pool and facility upgrades is likely to commence in late October 2024 and is expected to take 12 months to complete.
“The learn-to-swim pool will not be available to pool users during construction.
“Council is pushing hard to find an alternate pool facility to accommodate our community groups that rely on the learn-to-swim pool for swimming lessons and allied health hydrotherapy needs.
“The Don Ireland Swimming Complex in Emu Park is available as an alternative venue for pool users while construction takes place at the Yeppoon Aquatic Centre.
“It’s important to note that these upgrades must be constructed within the funding package of $13 million, the Queensland Government has ruled out providing additional funding support.
“Council officers, myself and fellow Councillors Lance Warcon and Glenda Mather recently met with stakeholders at the facility to discuss the proposed layout and design of the centre and answer any questions about the timeframe for the project.
“Council staff will be working with pool users to minimise disruption caused by the pool’s closure which is likely to be up to late October next year.”
More information about the major project can be found at https://getinvolved.livingstone.qld.gov.au/