Construction crews are making steady progress on the $5 million refurbishment of the Glenorchy War Memorial Pool, with major repair work now underway across the facility.
The Glenorchy City Council said crews are focusing on three key areas.
Repairs to the 50-metre pool shell are addressing cracks and sealing issues to make it watertight and safe for swimmers.
The plant room is being upgraded with new mechanical and filtration systems, while the changerooms are being modernised with better accessibility features and updated fixtures.
The refurbishment began earlier in the year after council signed a contract with Hutchinson Builders, with work expected to wrap up by mid-2026.
Mayor Sue Hickey said the project would deliver much more than just basic repairs.
“Importantly, this contract not only ensures the pool can be reopened, as promised, but allows for a significant refurbishment to what is an important community facility,” she said.
Upgrades include a gas-boosted solar heating system, new chemical delivery infrastructure and a switchboard replacement.
Pool users will also benefit from an accessibility ramp into the main pool and a fully accessible changing places facility with a hoist.
The waterslide, long plagued by safety issues, is being removed, with the area set for rehabilitation.
The state government is funding the entire $5 million project.
Construction is being delivered in three stages. Stage one covers site establishment, demolition and underground services for the main pool.
Stage two focuses on plant room repairs, pool infrastructure, ramp reconstruction and changeroom upgrades.
The final stage will involve finishing works, commissioning and handover.
Council has also prepared a business case for the pool’s eventual replacement and is seeking $84 million for a full redevelopment.
“The people of Glenorchy told us they wanted us to fix the pool, but also to get on with planning for its eventual replacement and that’s what we’re doing,” Hickey said.
