Blacktown City Council has unveiled draft designs for a $40.6 million redevelopment of the half-century-old Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, to be funded by the NSW Government’s Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants program.
Built by the NSW Government’s State Planning Authority, the venue opened in 1975 and has been managed and maintained by Council since.
The Council says the major redevelopment works will allow the community to enjoy the centre throughout the year in what is currently a seasonal venue.
The plans include:
- a 25m indoor learn-to-swim pool for children and adults;
- refurbishment of the 50m outdoor pool;
- inclusive amenities and changerooms, as well as spaces for community meetings;
- a new kiosk which will serve people in the pool area and outside the venue;
- landscape improvements.
Mayor, Brad Bunting said the redevelopment would modernise the venue to meet future demand.
“Blacktown City has the biggest population of any council in NSW and is growing rapidly, so it’s imperative we provide quality facilities,” he said.
“Swimming is a life skill and there will be more opportunities to learn and practise with these wide-ranging plans.
“We saw how much the community loves Mount Druitt Swimming Centre at its 50th anniversary celebrations in March, and this redevelopment will ensure it serves us well for another 50 years and beyond.”
The work is expected to begin in 2026 and will take about 18 months.
Architect Lippman Partnership Principal architect, Ed Lippmann said: “The renewed Mount Druitt Swimming Centre will make a significant contribution to the public realm and help strengthen Mount Druitt’s urban centre.”
