Dubbo Aquatic Leisure Centre (DALC) was originally constructed in the 1930s and has seen some updates over the years, including a major one in the early 1990s. The recirculation systems and associated systems including the Plant Room have remained largely unchanged.

This body of work will address important changes in the guidelines for water quality in public pools, set by the Department of Health, as well as new laws related to safety at work under the Works Health and Safety Act 2011.

The 2024/2025 Delivery Program, Operational Plan and Budget had identified the need for these works.

The Dubbo Aquatic and Leisure Centre is a facility of Dubbo Regional Council, managed by Belgravia Leisure.

The Dubbo pool (DALC) closes to the public annually around day light savings, with the consideration of Easter and School Holidays.

The pool will close at 12pm, Monday 31st March 2025, which will allow it to be drained in preparation for the works.

This will be communicated with residents and stakeholders.

Due to the proposed works and the short window between swimming seasons the centre will close on 31 March 2025.

Every effort is being made to complete this schedule of works for the return of swimming season in September 2025.

We thank you for your understanding and patience while we undertake the delivery of these upgrades.

The estimated cost of the upgrade project is $1.22 million, covering structural repairs, equipment replacement, and upgrades. This cost includes provisions for capital renewals and replacements to ensure the long-term viability of the plant room.

No; while fees may be subject to periodic review and adjustment, the pricing or membership structure will not change as a direct result of this upgrade.

For details on entry fees, please visit Dubbo Regional Council Aquatic Leisure Centre website.

If you are seeking water activities between May and September, we encourage you to explore

• Wellington Aquatic Leisure Centre, open until 23 April 2025. Visit DALC website.
  • If you have a Season Pass for DALC, it will be valid at WALC during the closure of DALC.
• Elston Water Park, open until 27 April 2025.
• Dubbo RSL indoor pool.

The works to be undertaken are extensive. The works are set to commence 1 April and are scheduled to be completed 16 August 2025, weather dependent. This leaves only approximately 2 weeks for Belgravia Leisure to learn the operation of the new system, train staff and prepare the DALC for the start of the 2025/2026 swim season. Delaying the start of the works will result in a delay to the start of the 2025/2026 swimming season.