Winchelsea Pool Redevelopment
Information updated 14 March 2024
Demolition of Winchelsea swimming pool is now underway and expected to be complete by the end of March.
Traffic and pedestrian management is in place during the work, and access to Barwon Terrace will be maintained at all times.
Construction of new pools and buildings will start immediately after demolition is complete and will take several months. The project will include replacement of 25-metre and leisure pools and addition of a zero-depth splash park.
All seats and picnic tables from the former pool surrounds have been donated to local community groups and a management is in place to protect large trees along perimeter fences.
The fish sculpture formerly located near the pool entrance will be stored until its new location is decided.
Email location ideas for the sculpture to lmilligan@surfcoast.vic.gov.au
The sculpture was one of four gifted to Surf Coast Shire following the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Melbourne.
Background information
Council resolved at its June meeting to award the construction contract to Bowden Corporation, providing a green light for the provision of renewed aquatic facilities for the town and region into the future.
The existing pool reached the end of its serviceable life after having provided summer fun for families and visitors since 1963.
The redevelopment will include:
- Demolition and removal of the existing pools, pump house, amenity and shade structures and concrete concourses.
- Renewal of 25-metre and leisure pools.
- Renewal of concourses, pool surrounds and drainage systems.
- Construction of a zero-depth splash park, with elements to be confirmed.
- Construction of a plant room and amenities building incorporating kiosk, first aid, and office.
The redevelopment will occupy the same space on Barwon Terrace, but include the new splash park, and the amenities building will be relocated to the south-east of the site to create a more central entry point and better connection with the adjoining Adventure Park.
Input from earlier community engagement and a Community Reference Group will inform detailed design, and updates will be shared as the design process progresses.
Latest Designs
Below are the latest design images:
For more information, please contact the Recreation Planning Team at info@surfcoast.vic.gov.au or 5261 0600.