Batemans Bay Regional Aquatic Arts and Leisure Centre

The Batemans Bay Regional Arts and Aquatic Centre is a new state of the art facility designed by NBRS Architecture. The new development will replace the existing 50-metre outdoor pool at Mackay Park with an indoor multi-pool aquatic centre incorporating a 25m Fina Compliant Pool, Warm Water Programme Pool, Leisure and Tots Pool, complete with four water slides and internal and external water play, as well as meeting spaces, a gymnasium and a 350-seat theatre, all joined by a gallery walk that will house visitor information and a cafe. This flagship redevelopment was delivered for Eurobodalla Shire Council in partnership with NSW Public Works

Aquatic Project Solutions were engaged by the Main Contractor, ADCO Constructions, under a Design and Construct Contract for the Aquatic Works.

Collaborating and co-ordinating the industries best and most experienced trades and professionals, APS are responsible for the design, construction and installation of all Structural, Hydraulic, Finishes and Fit-out Elements for the entire project.

The Pool Water Treatment has been expertly designed using water saving Neptune Benson Defender Regenerative Media Filters along with energy efficient VSD pumps and UV Disinfection systems.

The pools are finished using the Metz Tile system, with the tiling works subject to APS’s stringent QA procedures, providing the client with an extended 10 year warranty.

The internal and external splash pads feature a range WaterPlay Solutions features and activity towers designed to cater for various age groups in the community.

A stand out element of this project is the 4 x Water slides that not only forms part of the Aquatic play space but are also a key architectural focus point.

Despite being delivered during the COVID-19 pandemic, with significant supply-chain pressures, material shortages, travel restrictions and lockdowns, APS successfully delivered the project on time and within budget, reflecting strong planning, coordination and project execution.

The completed Bay Pavilions Arts + Aquatic Centre has since become a multi-award-winning community facility, receiving seven major industry recognitions across aquatic facility design, construction, project management, sustainability, architecture, community engagement and facility excellence.

APS is proud to have played a key role in the delivery of this landmark regional project.