Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre upgrades make a splash
The Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre’s $9.6 million upgrades are almost complete, delivering exciting new features and modern facilities for families, clubs and casual swimmers across the Fraser Coast.
There will be a special Lagoon Launch and Open Day on Tuesday 23 September, which has already booked out, with hundreds of residents eager to be among the first to try the new facilities.
Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said the overwhelming response reflected how much the centre means to the community.
“The Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre is one of our region’s most loved public spaces, and these upgrades make it even better for families, clubs and casual swimmers,” he said.
“We’ve created a more modern and fun facility for the whole community - more exciting for kids, more comfortable for families, and better-equipped for training and clubs.
“The booked-out Open Day shows just how valued this centre is.”
The redevelopment was delivered in two stages over 18 months, proudly supported by the Queensland Government’s Local Government Grants and Subsidies Program with a $3.557 million contribution.
Member for Hervey Bay David Lee said the funding ensured communities like Hervey Bay’s would enjoy modern, attractive and safe facilities for years to come.
“In the Sunshine State, we know how popular the local pool is, and this aquatic centre has features that will keep kids and families entertained throughout our hot summer months now and into the future,” he said.
“This is another way that the Crisafulli Government is ensuring our regional communities continue to be the liveable, enjoyable places that Queenslanders expect.”
Stage 1A, completed in late 2024, delivered:
- New changerooms
- An improved enclosure for the 25-metre pool with enhanced lighting and flooring
- Plant room upgrades and new backwash and chlorine spill tanks
Stage 1B, completed this month, features:
- A new interactive splash pad in the toddler pool
- A new activity tower and wet play equipment in the lagoon pool
- New shade structures and floodlights for the 50-metre pool
- Landscaping works
Cr Seymour said these upgrades reflected Council’s commitment to activating key spaces and improving liveability.
“We want the Fraser Coast to remain a region where older residents can age comfortably, and younger generations see a bright future to live, work and raise families,” he said.
“These upgrades make the centre more exciting for kids, more comfortable for families, and better-equipped to host club and swim training.
“We’re proud to celebrate the revamped Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre and look forward to celebrating these upgrades with the community at the special Lagoon Launch and Open Day.”