State Government allocates $200,000 to investigate the future of Glenorchy Pool
The Glenorchy community has been asking for a lifeline for its much loved pool, and now there’s new funding to find a solution. Latest.
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The state government could be ready to throw the Glenorchy Memorial Pool a lifeline, committing funding to investigate the possibility of a pool precinct.
The 60-year-old Glenorchy Memorial Pool was closed because it had a number of problems, including a leak in the pool shell and structural issues.
Glenorchy City Council’s investigations revealed it would cost millions of dollars to repair the pool, but doing so would only extend the life of the facility for five years.
The council has estimated it would cost $30m – $40m to replace the pool completely, depending on the size of the facility.
The council has been in discussion with the state and federal governments to secure funding for the pool and is preparing a business case for the facility.
On Monday the state government announced it will spend $200,000 to allow the council to investigate the possibility of a pool recreation precinct.
The funds will allow the council to engage a specialist to assess the options.
“From my personal knowledge of being a local Member since 2010, this is a much-loved site and I understand the challenge the Glenorchy City Council has in deciding on its future,” Liberal member for Clark Elise Archer said.
“This investment will enable the Council to engage with the local community about the current site and determine what is the best use for the space moving forward.”
Glenorchy City Council mayor Bec Thomas said the council would conduct a full evaluation of the pool and caulcuate both the redevelopment and operational costs of replacing the pool.
“It’s important we get this right and understand the best way to support residents to access
recreation facilities that enable healthy, active lifestyles and meet contemporary
standards,” Ms Thomas said.
“As part of this process we will explore options for a redeveloped facility and factor those
into conversations we have with the State and Federal governments for funding into the
future.”
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