Work to get the Glenorchy Pool back open won’t start until next year, the local mayor says, as the council plots a path to find $84 million in funding for a total redevelopment.
Sue Hickey says tender documents for interim repairs to the aged facility are currently being finalised and are expected to be released once a $5 million grant from the Tasmanian Government is approved.
“It shouldn’t be far away,” Hickey said.
“[The Department of State Growth] have informed council that this will be mid-to-late November.”
The mayor said tenders released in December typically don’t attract strong applications, so they may not be made public until early next year.
“Construction work is anticipated throughout 2025 with the aim the work will complete in time to open the pool in late 2025 for the 25-26 summer period,” she said.
“Therefore, you will not see any work being carried out on the pool site until next year.”
“It should be noted that this timing will need to be confirmed once tenders are received and the contract for availability is confirmed.”
The upgrades to the existing pool will include an all-ability accessible ramp, concrete and pavement repairs, new pool expansion joints, repainting, a new pool heating system, a new switchboard, plant room repairs and removal of the slide.
The toddler pool will receive a new and separate filtration system, with further upgrades contingent on the remaining budget.
The upgrades also include changes to the toilet, shower and changing room facilities, a new reception area, staff facilities and a first aid room.
Hickey also touched on the possibility of a new pool in the future.
“Council received a comprehensive and well-received briefing on the final options assessment for the future of the pool at last week’s open workshop,” she said.
A full business case for the new pool is expected to be presented to the council by the end of the week, which will then be used to lobby governments for the necessary $84 million funding.
