Helensburgh Pool upgrade to make a big splash

Now’s your chance to imagine what the well-loved Helensburgh Pool could look like.

Wollongong City Council is calling for feedback on a draft concept plan for the Helensburgh Pool. You have until Sunday 7 May to share your thoughts on the project and have your ideas incorporated into the project brief which will go to a specialist aquatic designer.

Council is proposing that the major upgrade will include:

• Replace the existing pool with a new 25 metre pool with 6 lanes, a contemporary accessible ramp style entry and wet deck perimeter (which makes the water surface level with the surrounding paving)
• A water splash pad
• New LED Floodlighting
• A solar shade structure
• New filtration system and tanks.

Wollongong City Lord Mayor Councillor Gordon Bradbery AM said that the project would form one part of the Helensburgh Park’s multisport facility upgrade.

“Council is working closely with the NSW Government to invest in improving sporting infrastructure in Helensburgh. This includes all the works planned for the Helensburgh Pool as well as projects to improve the neighbouring sportsgrounds,” Cr Bradbery said.

“We know that our community love and value the Helensburgh Pool. At the same time, the pool shell and filtration have reached the end of its life and its time for a major upgrade. The proposed works will not only provide contemporary facilities for years to come, but it also presents us with an opportunity to redesign the pool and add more modern water play facilities.”

You can view the draft concept plan and find out more about the project by visiting the Our Wollongong website.

The Helensburgh Pool upgrade is proudly funded by the NSW Government.

Wollongong City Council General Manager Greg Doyle said the planned upgrade would ensure the pool meets the needs of the local community who use the pool for exercise, relaxation, and to socialise.

“We know that the community uses public pools in different ways, from little kids enjoying a splash and play, to those learning to swim and others using it as a form of exercise. This diversity is why it’s so important we hear from our community and incorporate their feedback into the final design,” Mr. Doyle said.

“Our proposal is a rough guide for what we think could be great, but we want to hear directly from the people who use the pool. Now’s your chance to share your thoughts. Let us know what you think about the draft proposal, share what you value about a public pool, and let us know if you have any suggestions of what you’d like to see in the future.”

Want to get involved in this project? Visit the Our Wollongong website to find out more or share feedback. You can also email Council or call (02) 4227 7111.