Hume council has officially opened the new water play area at the Sunbury Aquatic and Leisure Centre.
The new play area was officially opened with a community event on 1 November, where some of Sunbury’s youngest residents got the chance to make a splash and enjoy the upgrade to the outdoor children’s pool facilities.
New features of the outdoor space include:
• accessible ramp and stair entry from the indoor facility to the outdoor water play equipment
• a zero-depth splash pad with water features
• a single, central water feature including slide and water bucket
• shade sails over the water play equipment
• a new plant room to service the water play equipment.
These were included in the design following extensive community consultation, which helped to decide on the most popular inclusions for the upgraded space.
Mayor Jarrod Bell swam into the action with the community to celebrate the official opening, riding the new water slide in his suit and tie.
“This project has from start to finish been a collaboration between council, the community and the Victorian Government, and I want to thank all parties for their support,” he said.
“The new water play area has truly modernised the Sunbury Aquatic and Leisure Centre, ensuring this well-loved facility is accessible, fun and sustainable.”
Council invested over $2 million into the project, co-funded by the state government for a total of $3.8 million, in support of inclusive spaces where families can come together, kids can be active, and everyone can enjoy the benefits of outdoor play.
