Project background
A modern aquatic facility
A much-loved community asset, Epping Aquatic Centre will remain in its current bushland setting and include key upgrades (as identified during community consultation), that will benefit the community, now and into the future.
Benefits of the upgraded aquatic centre
- A brand-new amenities building with ground floor reception and change facilities for all users, including families
- Accessibility improvements by installing a level open walkway from the existing car park to the pool amenities building, two lifts connecting the two floors, as well as a formal stair well and accessible bathrooms
- A major upgrade to the filtration system will allow greater ability for management and maintenance of water quality and temperature control
- Retainment and upgrade of the outdoor 50m pool with accessibility improvements
- A new indoor 20m pool with access ramp, allowing increased swim school and program capacity
- The current shallow pools will also be refurbished to create an exciting family waterplay area
There are changes to the original concept plan including retaining and upgrading the outdoor 50m pool, a new 20m indoor pool and upgrades to the family waterplay area. The changes to the original concept plan are due to:
- Cost and construction constraints
- Improved environmental outcomes
Please note, the visuals shown here are the artist's impression and subject to refinement.
Council is excited that the project is getting ready to commence and will provide an upgraded aquatic facility for the local community!
Updated concept plan
Since we originally shared the proposed designs in December 2020, Council has undertaken a substantial amount of investigation and design work. This has resulted in changes to the original concept plan to ensure that the upgrade can be delivered within the available budget. The changes also minimise the footprint of the upgrade and reduce its potential impact on the environment.
The changes include:
- Retaining and upgrading the outdoor 50m pool,
- A new 20m indoor pool and
- Upgrades to the existing family waterplay area.
Council understands the importance of Epping Aquatic Centre to the local community for lap swimming, Learn To Swim programs and general recreation. The final concept plan ensures that the most essential upgrades and improvements can be delivered within the allocated budget. The current shallow pools will be refurbished to create an exciting family waterplay area that will provide a safe, interactive and shaded area for all to enjoy.
Outdoor pool concept
Artist's impression (subject to refinement)
Water play concept
Artist's impression (subject to refinement)
Next steps
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