Adelaide Aquatic Centre

The Adelaide Aquatic Centre is a high-profile, key project for the SA Government, which leaves a legacy that will be enjoyed by the community for many decades to come.

The Adelaide Aquatic Centre project has delivered a new state of the art facility designed through collaboration of Australia’s leading Architects, Engineers, Aquatic Consultants, Sarah Constructions (Main Contractor) and Aquatic Project Solutions. The team approach to the design and construction of this project ensured that the very best construction methodologies were utilised to deliver a high quality project, on time and within budget.

The new aquatic centre features seven pools;

• 50m World Aquatics Standard Olympic Pool with a moveable boom which allows for multiple uses including 25m swimming zones, Mens and Womens Water Polo and Underwater Hockey, with strict tolerances to World Aquatics requirements for each sport achieved in the design and build.
• 25m World Aquatics Standard Pool with a 3.5m deep Diving bowl and diving boards at 1m and 3m high.
• Warm Water Pool with incorporated spa/relaxation zones for aqua aerobics and water-based physiotherapy.
• Learn to Swim Pool for introduction to water based activities.
• Indoor Leisure Pool with features and swimming areas suitable for a variety of ages groups.
• Outdoor lagoon pool for leisure swimming activities.
• Outdoor Splash Pad catering for toddlers and young children.
• 4 Water Slides.

APS was engaged by the Main Contractor, Sarah Constructions, under a Design & Construct Contract for the entire Aquatic Works package. Collaborating with and coordinating the industry’s best and most experienced trades and professionals, APS oversaw the design, construction, and installation of all structural, hydraulic, finishes, and fit-out elements for the entire project.

Throughout delivery, Aquatic Project Solutions fostered a collaborative and transparent working environment with Sarah Constructions and the wider design team. This inclusive approach brought
together the design consultants, APS as the aquatic specialist contractor, and the Main Contractor Sarah Constructions, to refine aspects of the design and improve construction efficiencies, enhancing buildability and coordination across this large and technically complex project.

Aquatic Project Solutions expertise ensured a detailed understanding of scope and a consistent focus on quality and delivery standards throughout the 17-month construction program, from mobilisation to practical completion.

The completed facility, the new Adelaide Aquatic Centre (Kauwingka), has since received three recognitions at the 2026 South Australian Architecture Awards:

• City of Adelaide Prize for Design Excellence – Winner
• City of Adelaide Prize for Design Excellence, People’s Choice – Winner
• Sustainable Architecture – Commendation

The project has also received nominations for a number of upcoming Master Builders Association awards, among other industry recognitions.

The Adelaide Aquatic Centre stands as an example of how Aquatic Project Solutions technical expertise, strong leadership and genuine collaboration can successfully deliver even the most complex aquatic projects. It reflects APS’s ongoing commitment to building open, transparent relationships with head contractors, design teams and clients – relationships that ultimately lead to better outcomes for all stakeholders and to facilities of lasting value for the community.