Noarlunga Aquatic Centre’s closure date announced ahead of $11m Onkaparinga Council makeover

The suburban pool will close temporarily for an extended period to undergo a multimillion dollar makeover. Find out more.

The Noarlunga Aquatic Centre will be closed for up to a year for upgrades.

The Noarlunga Aquatic Centre will be closed for up to 12 months from July onwards as part of a $10.8 million makeover.

The last day of public access to the popular pool will be Friday 4 July with renovations set to begin the following day.

The refurbishment is part of the Onkaparinga Council’s plan to modernise the facility, including upgrades to the roof, ceiling and pool.

City of Onkaparinga Mayor Moira Were said the closure would be a temporary inconvenience that would ensure the centre’s future for many years to come.

“We’ve been keeping the centre’s users up to date about the potential closure date, and one of our priorities is ensuring a smooth transition so they can stay healthy and active,” she said.

“This includes allowing the centre’s gym members to continue their fitness routines at the Seaford, Hub or Aldinga Recreation Centres, and providing pool users with a list of alternative aquatic facilities and the services they provide.”

The Noarlunga Aquatic Centre will be closed for up to a year for the upgrades.

As part of the upgrade, the centre’s ceiling and roof, which is more than 30 years old, will be replaced.

The lagoon pool will be separated from the main pool to better control temperatures with a new ramp installed to improve accessibility.

Meanwhile, a 99kW solar power system will be installed, along with a new pool liner and updated water filtration and disinfection plant.

The refurbishment is jointly funded by the council and a $5.4 million contribution from the Federal Government’s Thriving Suburbs Program.

Mossop Construction + Interiors has been awarded the contract to undertake the project.

Recent upgrades to the centre include installing unisex and accessible changerooms and a modernised gym.

Originally published as Noarlunga Aquatic Centre’s closure date announced ahead of $11m Onkaparinga Council makeover