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Project overview
BlueFit Pty Ltd has been appointed as the operator and manager of the Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre (AARC) for the facility’s first five years of operation.
For all operational enquiries, please contact BlueFit at alkimos@bluefit.com.au or 9562 3000.
Further information about the centre’s programs, facilities, membership options and opening hours is available at www.aarc.com.au
The AARC, which is expected to open to the public later this year, will feature indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a fully equipped gym, dedicated fitness studios, multipurpose sports courts, a crèche, café, contemporary change rooms and on-site parking.
The City is grateful to have received funding commitments of $30 million from the Australian Government, including $25 million under the Priority Community Infrastructure Program and $5 million under the Female Facilities and Water Safety Stream, $12.6 million from the State Government, including $10 million under the WA Recovery Program, $2.5 million from the Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund and $147,592 through the Changing Places program, and $14.2 million through the Alkimos-Eglinton Developer Contribution Plan.
Project timeline
Public comment period
January 2021
Community engagement and concept plan review
January 2022
Detailed design phase
August 2024
Project contact
Alkimos Aquatic Recreation Centre exterior
Alkimos Aquatic Recreation Centre pool
Alkimos Aquatic Recreation Centre courts
Artist Si Hummerston's sculpture, Turbulence.
Updates
AARC milestone makes a splash
The Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre (AARC) has achieved another milestone, as water begins to flow into the facility’s eight-lane outdoor 50-metre pool – the first pool of its kind in the City.
It is another visible sign of the significant progress being made on site and highlights the momentum of the project.
Next up for filling are the three indoor pools and kids' splash pad.
All pools will then undergo a series of tests to ensure they are ready to go when the AARC opens in late 2026.
Operator appointed for Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre
Tuesday 10 February 2026
National leisure and fitness management company, Bluefit Pty Ltd, has been appointed to operate the Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre (AARC).
Standing steel on AARC site
Construction of the Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre forges on, with standing steel now up on site.
It's an exciting step in the process at the building starts to take shape.
The AARC will feature indoor and outdoor swimming pools, gym and fitness facilities, sports courts, a crèche, a café and more, for people of all ages and abilities.
Construction tender awarded for Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre
Wednesday 11 December 2024
Wanneroo Council approved the construction tender for the Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre project at its December meeting, appointing PS Structures Pty Ltd.
Work on site is scheduled to get underway in January 2025 and is expected to be completed in Iate 2026.
AARC project update
September 2024
The Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre project has achieved another major milestone, with the release of the construction tender last week.
The tender closes in late October 2024. A report will be prepared for Council consideration later this year.
This marks a significant milestone for the project, with the City set to appoint a contractor in the near future to collaborate on its successful delivery.
Business Plan for Alkimos aquatic centre makes a splash
Friday 23 February 2024
The City is one step closer to breaking ground on the Alkimos aquatic and recreation centre, after Council gave approval to advertise the business plan for the facility at its February meeting.
Art at the AARC
Hear from the artists behind the striking new artworks at Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre.
Frequently asked questions
The new AARC will be located within the Alkimos Central development, north of Romeo Road and adjacent to the future Alkimos METRONET station.
In May 2023, detailed design of the facility will get underway. This will take around 14 months, with construction to follow and expected to take around 22 months. The facility is planned to be completed in October 2026, with an expected opening in November 2026.
Yes, the pools will be heated.
The City is investigating the use of geothermal heating as an environmentally sustainable heat source for the facility.
The courts will be multi-purpose to accommodate a variety of sports, including netball, soccer, basketball, volleyball and badminton.
The courts will be multi-purpose to accommodate a variety of sports, including netball, soccer, basketball, volleyball and badminton.
Yes, the centre is located adjacent to the future Alkimos METRONET station.
To deliver the facility, the Federal Government has committed $30 million, the State Government $10 million in funding as well as a portion of land, together with a $14 million contribution through the Alkimos-Eglinton Developer Contribution Plan.
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