Geelong council has announced the head contractor for stage two of the North Bellarine Aquatic Centre (NBAC).
Melbourne-based company Ireland Brown Constructions has been selected by City of Greater Geelong through an open tender process to deliver the indoor section of the NBAC.
In addition to the already existing heated 50 metre outdoor pool, the new indoor facility will include a 25 metre indoor pool, gym and group fitness rooms, accessible change rooms, a cafe, office and extended car park.
The works will be funded by $20 million from both the federal and state governments, with the City providing $300,000.
Ireland Brown Constructions has a history of projects in the Geelong region, including The Gordon’s Geelong Tech School and Building H redevelopment, Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club’s club house and patrol tower and the Geelong High School redevelopment.
Councillor Elise Wilkinson congratulated the successful tenderer.
“The panel recommended Ireland Brown Constructions based on its excellent project experience, expertise, value for money and project risks,” she said.
“The construction of the North Bellarine Aquatic Centre stage two project will generate positive employment outcomes for Greater Geelong while delivering the infrastructure and services that address the growing needs of the Bellarine.”
Member for Bellarine Alison Marchant said she was proud to deliver an accessible facility for Bellarine locals.
“This milestone marks an exciting step forward for a project eagerly anticipated by the Bellarine community, one that will also strengthen the local economy and create new jobs,” she said.
Construction will begin in November and is expected to be completed in 2027.
