Kids pools, a splash zone: Developers lodge improved Boyne Aquatic Centre Application
A renewed development application to Gladstone Regional Council shows a resort-style lagoon, splash zone, cafe and more for this multi-million dollar project. See all the photos here.
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Impressive new concept designs for the Boyne Island Aquatic Centre have given an early glimpse into the potential for the exciting project.
Having gone back to the drawing board per a Gladstone Regional Council request, Zendev has lodged its second Boyne Island Aquatic Centre Development Application.
The application includes an Olympic-sized 50m pool with a shaded grandstand, indoor swim school/aerobics pool, resort-style lagoon pool, kids pool, two water slides and a splash zone, a water play area cafe and gym facilities.
In June, council asked ZenDev for additional information that demonstrated the proposed Aquatic Centre complemented the vision and did not undermine the potential of the Boyne Island centre.
As part of its response, ZenDev provided a concept masterplan which demonstrated how the proposed Aquatic Centre would form part of a larger mixed-use centre development of the site.
ZenDev director Jacob Scott said the proposal for an alternative site to deliver the council operated Aquatic Centre attracted widespread attention since lodgement back in May.
“We have been overwhelmed by the level of support from the community and the dedication from community leaders who passionately promote the importance of a safe, happy, healthy and active lifestyle,” Mr Scott said.
“As part of our community engagement process, we received 450 submissions supporting our proposal through a poll set up on our website and had hundreds of residents approach us with feedback and words of encouragement.
“The enthusiasm and support towards our vision from the community is fuelling our fire and we promise to be equally as dedicated to the cause.”
Nick Brisbane, Ethos Urban’s Economics director, said the development of an aquatic centre had been identified as a strategic priority by council.
“Delivery of the aquatic centre and mixed use centre adjacent to the existing Boyne Island Town Centre will enhance the Town Centre’s role, strengthening its viability by diversifying the centre’s offering in-line with national activity centre trends,” Mr Brisbane said.
Upon completion, the Boyne Island Aquatic Centre has the potential to attract 700,000 visitors to the site per annum and create opportunities for new tourism businesses.
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