The Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool has officially reopened after a $75 million upgrade to ensure the much-loved community icon meets the needs of future generations.
Council, state and federal representatives joined with community members and staff to officially open the pool.
Glen Eira City Council Mayor, Simone Zmood said the redeveloped facility was the result of all levels of government working together for future generations.
The redevelopment was supported by a $10 million loan from Sport and Recreation Victoria’s Community Sports Infrastructure Loans Scheme and $15 million in funding from the Australian Government through the Priority Community Infrastructure Program. Victoria’s Department of Families, Fairness and Housing provided Council with Changing Places funding of $110,000 to construct a facility at the pool.
“Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool has always been a cherished part of our community, and with the support of the Victorian and Australian Governments, this redevelopment ensures it will continue to be a place for recreation, health, and connection for decades to come,” said Mayor Zmood.
“Thousands of children and adults have swum, splashed and dived into the pools since we opened doors to the community last month and we look forward to this facility becoming a key part of the community’s health, wellbeing and social connection for generations to come.”
Local Federal Member for Hotham, Clare O’Neil – representing the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government – said the redevelopment was important for the local community.
“It’s been the talk of Carnegie and Ormond all summer. It’s where neighbourhood kids will take their first swim, where friends will meet and where everyone – whatever their age – can stay active. It’s great to see federal investment, alongside state and local, delivering projects that truly bring people together,” she said.
Oakleigh MP, Steve Dimopoulos – representing the Minister for Community Sport and the Minister for Disability – said the new facility was designed to welcome people of all ages and abilities.
“From dedicated lap swimmers to kids just wanting to have some fun in the water, facilities like these are integral to the health and wellbeing of our local communities,” he said.
“The Victorian Government is giving suburbs like Carnegie the facilities they need so more locals can boost their health and participate in the leisure activities they love.”
The refurbished centre joins Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre (GESAC) and Caulfield Recreation Centre as one of the highly valued health and wellbeing assets in Glen Eira and will be enjoyed by many generations to come, the Council said in a statement.
