Latest update

Construction is officially underway, with strong early progress across the site.

• Site establishment is complete, including temporary power and water services.
• Perimeter hoarding is in place with project signage coming soon.
• Temporary pile pads are under construction ahead of 50m pool piling works.
• Sheet piles have arrived and installation is active at the 25m and Learn to Swim pools.
• Precast piles are on site and being installed now.

Current activities

• Sheet piling is actively underway at the 25m and Learn to Swim pool areas.
• Precast piling is progressing south-west across the aquatic centre site.
• Piling works are forecast to complete June 2026.

What's next

• Zone 1 precast pile installation continues.
• 50m pool precast and sheet piling expected to start May 2026.
• Pile trimming (saw cutting, jackhammering, and concrete disposal) expected to begin June 2026, starting in Zone 1.
• Bulk earthworks to Zone 1 pools expected to commence June 2026.

Car park closure

As works move into Stage 2, construction will extend across the full site, requiring a complete car park closure.

This is necessary to:

• Deliver major infrastructure works, including an underground on-site detention (OSD) tank beneath the existing car park.
• Maintain a safe working environment and meet DA requirements.
• Manage risks from construction vehicle movements on site.

All alternatives have been carefully assessed. Given the site constraints, there is no safe or practical option for partial access.

Scope of Works

Council will be undertaking the construction works for the new BAC in two stages – Early Works and Main Works. This will allow Council to reduce any risks or delays due to site issues and better meet community expectations.

The Early Works will include the following activities:

• Site establishment, hoarding and environmental protection measures
• Safe removal of all hazardous materials, including asbestos
• Demolition of the buildings, pools, plant room and other structures
• Removal of trees (as per the Development Approval)
• Partial earthworks

Council has now engaged a qualified and experienced contractor to undertake the Early Works – Ford Civil Contracting, who are equipped to manage the earthworks, removal of hazardous materials and execute the demolition works in a safe and professional manner.

The Main Works will include the following activities:

• Further earthworks 
• Construction of the new outdoor pool
• Main building (including indoor pools and gym), 
• Grandstand
• Water slides and waterplay
• Upgrades to the carpark 
• Landscaping works.

Project Timeline

The Early Works have commenced and are to be completed in Spring 2025. The Main Works will commence following the completion of the Early Works.

Engagement Snapshot

We engaged with the community in 2019 and received hundreds of informed and passionate responses. We listened and incorporated your feedback into our project plans. Visit the Botany Aquatic Centre Have Your Say page for information about our engagement process and results.

Design Plans

Our site plan for the BAC redevelopment show what is changing and where new features are located. You can see below how the developments may look when completed.

Facilities

Slides

Our redevelopment plans include the return of water slides to Botany Aquatic Centre.

Pool area

Our community pool design looks to create a connection with landscape that speaks to the Booralee parkland location.

The design draws inspiration from the heritage of the existing centre, while the scale of the building provides a sense of shelter around the recreational pools.

This design offers a 50m pool with spectator seating, outdoor café, waterslides and a splash pad, but still preserves the open space and areas for family barbeques.

Foyer

The new foyer is designed to be a gateway onto the park and provides simple and intuitive access to the centre. 

Indoor pool

Our layout of the indoor pool hall considers environmental factors that enhance sustainability.

The hall is aligned so the pool receives heating and controlled natural lighting from the sun throughout the day. This will facilitate year long learn to swim and 25m programme pools, spectator seating and allow easy access to the landscape beyond. 

Spectator seating

Spectator seating provides shade for large groups catering for swim meets and galas. 

Splash pad

Our splash pad offers shade covered family play which is surrounded by grass areas. Existing trees and plants will be retained where possible to preserve the nature and characteristics of the current swim centre. 

Site Access

Part of the carpark will be occupied during construction and will have restricted access. The area of carpark adjacent to Booralee Park will remain open to the public throughout the Early Works and access to Booralee Park will not be impacted.

Please be assured that every effort will be made to minimise disruption to the surrounding community. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation whilst we undertake the delivery of this exciting new facility for the community.

More Information

For more information or questions about the BAC redevelopment project, contact our City Projects team who are available 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday.

Phone: 9562 1564
Email: city.projects@bayside.nsw.gov.au
Post: PO Box 21, Rockdale NSW 2216

Funding

The Botany Aquatic Centre Redevelopment Project is being delivered with assistance from Sydney Airport.