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Lap Pool Redevelopment Project

Construction updates and information

Construction of the new lap pool at Arena Joondalup is scheduled to begin in December 2024 with the project expected to take approximately 12 months and open in early 2026.

Keep an eye on this page and our social media channels for the latest updates on the progress of the project and to get any alerts on how the project may impact your visit to the venue.

Please note construction traffic and noise may be present when visiting the venue through the duration of the project.

 

Proudly presenting the new 50m lap pool, coming to Arena Joondalup in early 2026.

With the support of the WA Government, construction on a brand new 50m lap pool is about to commence that will service the northern suburbs for decades to come.

This multi-million dollar project will bring several upgrades and features to Arena Joondalup, including:

  • A 10 lane, 50m lap pool with a deepened shallow end to accommodate starting blocks at both ends.
  • Submersible dividing wall to allow for 20 lanes in short course mode, or allow multipurpose use.
  • Advanced 'anti-drowning technology' that alerts lifeguards of swimmers in need of assistance. This will also be installed in the family leisure pool.
  • Addition of an access ramp and stairs for users with mobility challenges to enter and exit the pool independently.
  • Expanded aquatic hall, significantly increasing the space on pool deck.
  • Increased storage space, reducing the amount of aquatic equipment on the pool deck.
  • Refurbished timing room and Arena Swim Club office.
  • LED video display, providing visitor information and race results.
  • Updated changing rooms with Universal Access Toilets.
  • HVAC system (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) servicing the aquatic hall.
  • Public artwork by local artists.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The new lap pool at Arena Joondalup (formerly HBF Arena) will provide several upgrades to the former pool. These include replicating the current 10 x 2.25m wide swimming lanes and adding an accessible ramp access to the pool, a new submersible dividing swim wall, an expansion to the pool hall to create marshalling and meeting areas, updated adult changing rooms facility and UAT (Universal Access Toilet) facilities, new larger video scoreboard, modified grandstand, new HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) system, new western storage extension, refurbishment of the Timing Rooms and Arena Swim Club office, new aquatic fit out and anti-drowning technology installed for both the lap and family leisure pools.
  • Following the award of the tender in November, demolition of the former pool will commence from December 2024.
  • The contractor has set a completion date of December 2025. After a brief period of commissioning and water testing, we expect the pool to be open to the public from February 2026.

  • As well as the time required to fill the pool and to test the new equipment, public health and safety regulations require at least five weeks to fill the pool and subsequent commissioning, water testing and approvals.

    This is why the pool is expected to open in February of 2026 despite the projected completion of the project by the end of 2025.

  • The construction project will not impact access to the adjacent Family Leisure Pool, however, visitors will notice construction site hoarding and occasional noisy construction activities throughout the project’s duration. Please also be aware that there will be additional traffic in and out of the car park.

  • The pool will be 1.35m deep at the Eastern end with the ramp and stair access, to 2m deep at the Western end.

    The total water volume of the new pool will be approximately 2000m3 (or 2 million litres) which is similar (slightly more) than the former pool.

  • The updated changerooms ensure the facility meets current standards for compliance, best practices, and accessibility. The addition of a compliant adult Changing Rooms facility and upgraded Universal Access Toilets (UAT) offers greater independence to users with disabilities or mobility challenges, including the elderly, parents with prams, and anyone needing extra support.

    These accessible facilities are designed with features such as handrails, accessible basins, and wider doorways to accommodate wheelchair access. Additionally, larger toilet spaces are equipped with accessible fixtures, including lower sink heights, hands-free taps, reachable soap dispensers, and emergency assistance buttons within easy reach.

  • We have engaged renowned Perth Artist Rick Vermey to provide public artworks that includes bright coloured and printed glazing as well as noise reducing printed Autex acoustic panels on the east and west internal facades.
  • The new pool has the capability to host water polo matches in multiple configurations with automated separation sports netting. There is also enhanced capability for aqua classes at Arena Joondalup. These classes will be added to the personal training timetable closer to the pool opening.
  • The new pool will not impact entry or membership prices. Any future adjustments to entry and membership costs at Arena Joondalup will continue to align with normal pricing policy.
  • As well as the addition of a new supplementary HVAC system for heating and air-conditioning the grandstand the designs include new wheelchair and companion seating and additional tiered bench seats to the upgraded grandstand.
  • The pool will be heated to a constant temperature of approximately 29 degrees.
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