Sunbury Aquatic and Leisure Centre (SALC) continues to be plagued with pool issues, as investigations reveal the indoor 25 metre pool will be closed for up to 12 weeks due to pipe damage.
In an announcement on May 31, SALC said ongoing investigations revealed the pipe damage extends under the pool shell and the pipework will need to be replaced.
These works are expected to take up to 12 weeks, and the spa and steam room located in the 25 metre pool area will also be closed until late August, early September.
SALC said it is working to reopen the 50 metre outdoor pool the week of June 13 to accommodate swimmers, and will communicate the exact timing closer to the date.
In response to inquiries by the Star Weekly, Hume council said pipe damage was first suspected to extend under the pool shell on May 24, which was confirmed on May 29.
Council said it is still obtaining quotes for the works, and does not have an update on the cost of repairs.
Facebook users expressed their feelings with some users happy the 50 metre will reopen, and others frustrated that repairs have been ongoing.
“I think it’s time for a completely new swimming centre. Repairs have been going on for many many years. Quite ridiculous for the population of Sunbury,” on user said.
Council said over the past 10 years it has spent $6.1 million on repairs and upgrades at SALC, and routine checks and maintenance hadn’t identified any issues or water loss prior to May 12.
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Zoe Moffatt
