$15m Palmerston pool master plan takes another step forward as council lodges development application

A $15M project that would revitalise Palmerston’s only swimming pool has taken another step forward

An artist’s impression of the proposed $15m SWELL project. Picture: Supplied

A $15M project that would revitalise Palmerston’s only swimming pool has taken another step forward after the council lodged a development application for the proposal.

The City of Palmerston’s proposed SWELL (Swimming, Wellness, Events, Leisure, Lifestyle) project is expected to transform the 30-year-old Palmerston Swimming and Fitness Centre into a contemporary, family-friendly water and lifestyle precinct.

A development application for the project was lodged with the NT government on Friday.

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According to the document, upgrades will include refurbishment of the centre’s existing 50m lap pool as well as construction of a new leisure pool and a new outdoor safety and wellness pool.

The project will also involve construction of an adventure play area, half basketball court, and multipurpose outdoor space, and a new cafe.

Works are expected to take place over three stages.

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Palmerston Mayor Athina Pascoe-Bell has previously said the project was part of council’s strategic vision to provide vital facilities for Palmerston residents and create a valuable asset for the region.

Public submissions on the application are open until Friday, March 12.

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