NSW
Ongoing wet weather has caused delays in the completion of the $29 million Clarence Regional Aquatic Centre.
Clarence Valley Council General Manager, Laura Black said Hines Construction and its sub-contractors will work through to Christmas Eve in an effort to complete as much of the outdoor facilities as possible by the end of January.
The indoor pools, splashpad, and remaining project components are expected to be finished by the end of February.
“Unfortunately, we can’t control the weather. Grafton has received 327.4mm of rain since October and this has impacted the project timeline,” said Ms Black.
“We know the community will be disappointed having had no pool for the last couple of summers, as are council’s project managers who have been working hard behind the scenes to deliver the much-needed facility on budget.
“We are fortunate to have a good relationship with the contractor who continues to make strides, including completing the final sections of structural steel, installing the hydronic in-floor heating system around the indoor pool, and putting up shade structures for the 50m pool, splashpad, and grassed areas.”
Concrete work, including the installation of pathways and core filling the blocks at the rear of the 50m pool building, as well as tiling in the front-of-house amenities and pool areas, are ongoing in the lead up to the Christmas break.
“Despite the wet weather delay, enthusiasm for organising the celebratory opening has not been dampened. Staff met with councillors this week to discuss ideas,” said Ms Black.
Council says a formal opening will take place in the first quarter of 2025.
