New Beenleigh Aquatic Centre makes a splash, delivered by Box & Co
Swimmers in Queensland’s fastest-growing city are a step closer to having a second Olympic-sized pool to enjoy, with works now underway on the $23.1 million Beenleigh Aquatic Centre upgrade, delivered by Box & Co.
The 50-metre, eight-lane swimming pool, is expected to open in mid-2025 and replaces the thirty-three-yard pool which opened in 1964.
As well as being a beacon for local swimming enthusiasts, the new Olympic-sized pool will enable Logan to support more training, competitions and community sporting events.
Representatives from the Australian and Queensland governments, Logan City Council, and Box & Co met in Beenleigh to celebrate the milestone.
“We jumped at the opportunity to partner with Logan City Council again to deliver this fantastic investment for the community. We can’t wait to watch the facility come to life and see the positive impact it will have on local swimmers, athletes, and families. This project reflects our commitment to creating spaces that inspire and support community growth,” said Jeremy Box, Box and Co Owner.
Division 12 Cr Karen Murphy, Mayor Jon Raven, State Member for Macalister Melissa McMahon and Minister for Cities Senator the Hon Jenny McAllister at the site of the new 50m pool at the Beenleigh Aquatic Centre.
The upgrades also include an expanded children’s water play area, shaded seating areas, modern changeroom facilities, a kiosk, and accessible and family friendly amenities.
Designed with sustainability in mind, the Beenleigh Aquatic Centre will feature solar paneling to generate clean energy, enable storm water harvesting and use of recycled materials.
The project is funded through the $285.8 million SEQ Liveability Fund, one of 29 commitments being delivered under the SEQ City Deal, with Logan City Council investing $13.4 million alongside contributions from the Australian and Queensland governments of $4.85 million each.
The project will create an estimated 89 direct jobs and 78 indirect jobs for the local community.
“It’s a very real possibility that some of our future Olympians will start honing their craft right here at the future Beenleigh Aquatic Centre.
“That’s why investing in community sporting infrastructure like this is so important to the Australian Government,” said Federal Minister for Cities Jenny McAllister.
The indoor pool remains open to the public while works are completed and existing programs will continue uninterrupted.