Rec Centre Prepares for End of Year Splash

Construction works for the Margaret River Recreation Centre will continue into the second half of the year, ahead of opening the new and improved facility in late 2023.

Next month, main project contractor BYTE Construct will focus on installing the remaining structures and roof cover over the children’s lagoon and new standalone café, followed by cladding of the exterior walls.

Chris Yates, the Shire’s Manager of Waste and Major Projects, commended BYTE’s locally based team for keeping the refurbishment works on track throughout the wetter months.

“Hats off to the construction crew for installing most of the primary structural steel and completing the main roof covering and water proofing of the adjacent existing structures before the rains arrived in May,” Chris said.

“Because of their efforts the first fix electrical and plumbing works are now being completed, and intermediate steel structural works are being installed.

“It’s terrific to see construction progress despite finding further deterioration to the existing pool shell during demolition earlier in the year. The pool shell had reached the end of its useable life and has now been replaced due to the nature of the concealed damage.

“The remediation works have been accounted for within the project’s contingency budget and the new shell will ensure structural integrity, serving our aquatic users well into the future.

“We’re excited to see the project come to life – Margaret River will have an improved centre which will provide enhanced community facilities for a range of sports. It will be more accessible for key user groups including young families and those with mobility restrictions."

A planned opening for the refurbished centre is anticipated for December 2023.