Progress at the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre

Council greatly welcomed the funding from the NSW Government of $777,000 for local sporting and recreation facilities across Moree Plains Shire, including the $377,000 allocated to repairing and re-establishing the popular waterslide at the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre (MAAC).

“This much-anticipated funding will allow us to further progress works and get more of the MAAC’s nationally acclaimed attractions and facilities re-opened for the community as soon as possible” said Mayor Mark Johnson.

“This additional funding brings the total grant funding Council has secured from the State and Federal Government towards the MAAC Refurbishment Project to approximately $7.1 million .”

Together with the funds allocated by Council total $17million, ensuring that Council is able to progress works at the MAAC.

A progress update of attractions and facilities at the MAAC undergoing refurbishment works is outlined below:

Waterslide
The waterslide will be dismantled this coming Monday, 28 November 2022 as sandblasting works commence to remove corrosion. The slide will then be repainted and repaired and is anticipated to return back to the MAAC in mid-March 2023.

Hot Artesian Pools (Active Pool and in the Wellness Centre)
Works have commenced and both pools have been cleared of all failed structures. Repairs are projected to be finished in mid-March 2023.

Shade Cloths
The shade cloths at the MAAC were damaged during a recent storm event and will be re-installed over the coming months.

50m Olympic Pool
The old Olympic Pool has been demolished, and design for the new 50m Olympic Pool is complete and will be going to construction Tender on Monday 28 November 2022, with Tenders closing early February 2023. Council will consider the responses to Tender at a Council Meeting in February or March 2023 prior to appointing the construction contractor. Following this, Council will update the community on the construction schedule of the 50m Olympic Pool and when we can expect the pool to be open to the public.

While the MAAC Refurbishment Project is progressing, Council recognise there is significant work to be done and that the Project remains a priority for both Council and community.

“Council understands the community frustration regarding the closure of some MAAC facilities. Please be assured we are rebuilding the Centre, in the most timely, robust, structurally sound way possible, to future proof these valued assets,” added Mayor Johnson.

Should the community have any further questions on the progress of the MAAC Refurbishment Project, please contact the General Manager at 02 6757 3222 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.