West Wallsend Swim Centre expansion

Announcement

Construction on the new learn-to-swim pool is set to start mid-July 2025.

Opening hours at the West Wallsend Swim Centre will remain the same.

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West Wallsend Swim Centre will be expanded to include a new learn to swim pool, while the centre's power will be upgraded.

Background

It comes as rapid residential growth in and around West Wallsend and Cameron Park causes an increase in demand for the existing 25m pool. The multi-million dollar project also aligns with Councils adopted Aquatic facilities Strategy which identifies the expansion of the swim centre as a high priority action.

The project is partly funded by the Australian Government through its Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

Key features

  • The new learn to swim pool area which will feature:
    • shower wash-off area
    • bench seats
    • non-slip decking
    • wheelchair access into the pool area
    • pool covers
    • accessible bathrooms and showers
    • change rooms
    • new lifeguard workspace to provide better surveillance
    • sign-in desk
    • an accesibility ramp into the pool
  • power upgrades
  • car park upgrades

While feedback on the concept designs has closed, you can still view them at shapelakemac.com.au.  

Car park upgrades

To support the expansion of West Wallsend Swim Centres’ new Learn to Swim pool, there will be car park work undertaken commencing April 2025. The car park to the Western side of the pool is being upgraded to an asphalt surface providing 19 designated spaces. Pool users can continue to use the existing car park while the Western car park is being constructed.

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Project timeline

Date Description

Mid-2024

Detailed design

Late-2024

 Tender process

May-June 2025 

 Detailed design
April-June 2025 
  Car park construction

Mid-2025

 Construction expected to start

Early-2026

 Project completion

Frequently Asked Questions

Exactly where will the new swim centre be built?

The learn to swim pool will be housed in an extension off the current facility.

What are the construction operating hours for the new learn-to-swim pool?

Construction on the new learn-to-swim pool will start in mid-July 2025. Construction will take place from 7am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and on approved Saturdays from 8am to 1pm. 

Will the existing pool shut to cater for construction?

While there will be some short-term closures for specific activities, these will be communicated to the public well in advance. Council will work to ensure disruptions to the existing centre remain at a minimum during the construction phase. To stay up to date, head to swim.lakemac.com.au.

What ages will the learn to swim pool cater to?

The learn-to-swim pool will cater to children from six months of age while also serving as an overflow space during school events and for additional space to host programs already in the existing pool. It may also support community initiatives such as:

  • Splash of Colour – a program introducing women from diverse cultural backgrounds to swimming

  • Rainbow Club – a learn-to-swim program for children with learning difficulties

Will the upgrades include a splash-pad?

Council will have to seek additional funding to be able to build the feature in the future. 

 

Location

35A Edden Street, West Wallsend 2286  View in Google Maps

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