Whether you're after fun or fitness, Gladstone Regional Council's Aquatic Centres offer a range of programs and services, from learn to swim classes to aqua therapy in Gladstone and Mount Larcom.

Gladstone Aquatic Centre Upgrade

Gladstone Aquatic Centre Rejuvenation project completed works have included electrical upgrades and investigation and minor works on the 50m pool, testing of the pool structure, minor tile and crack repairs and installation of FINA-approved starting blocks.

Works in 2021 include installation of site boundary fencing, filtration plant upgrades, Aquatic Play Park upgrades, Building Renewals including amenity upgrades and addition of a new Accessible Adult Change Room and external pool lights replacement.  

Stage 1 Building Renewals

• Amenity upgrades in the 25m pool area are complete. These include an Accessible Adult Change Room, two refurbished Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant unisex accessible toilets and showers and refurbished male and female amenities.
• Currently while work on the main amenities building is occurring:
  • Refurbished male and female amenities in the 25m pool area will temporarily be signed female only.
  • Temporary male amenity buildings have been set-up behind the grandstand.
  • Accessible Adult Change Room is available.
  • Two refurbished Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant unisex accessible toilets and showers are available.

Stage 2 Building Renewals (Sep 2021 - Mar 2022)

• Upgrade of the main amenities building including Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) accessible facilities and family change rooms. 
• New roof structures over main amenities, new awning to the existing kiosk and front entrance upgrade. A temporary alternative entrance to the facility will be set-up towards the end of the year. Notice will be given, and signs in place before these changes.
• Some external works to the main facilities building from early next year.
• While work on the main amenities building is occurring, amenity use is as listed above.

50m pool relining: Work deferred to later in 2022, enabling works to the 25m indoor pool to be undertaken during summer.

25m pool tile replacement: Scheduled from Feb-May 2022. This will entail complete replacement of pool tiles.

25m pool heating system upgrade: Scheduled from Feb-May 2022. Renewal or replacement of the heating system and any additional works required will be determined.

25m pool enclosure renewal: Scheduled from Feb-May 2022. Corrosion protection of steel, re-sheeting of building.

50m grandstand and shade sail upgrades: Scheduled from May-July 2022. Corrosion protection of steel, upgrades to shade sails.

Gladstone Regional Council is being assisted to deliver this improved facility for the region with:
- $2.4m State Government funding, through the 2021-24 Works for Queensland Program,
- $1.2m State Government funding, through the COVID Works for Queensland Program, and
- $1.6m through the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

Current facility interruptions

Gladstone Aquatic Centre

The Gladstone Aquatic Centre, is a thriving hub of community activity and leisure facilities. 

Upgrade works at the facility are underway and will continue through 2023.

Generally, Gladstone Aquatic Centre features include:

• Outdoor 8 Lane 50m Pool
• Indoor 6 Lane heated 25m pool – with ramp access 
• Outdoor aquatic play park
• Electronic Timing
• Aqua Cafe
• Reception
• Giant Pool Inflatables
• All year-round access.

For further information

Phone: (07) 4972 6822
Email: gladstone@bluefit.com.au
Address: 60 Tank Street, West Gladstone 

For opening hours, pricing and class information:

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Mount Larcom Swimming Pool

The best kept secret in Mount Larcom, the local facility boasts an outdoor 6 lane 25m swimming pool, children’s wading pool, amenities, pool kiosk and plenty of green space for picnics and lazing around.

BlueFit has recently commenced Learn to Swim classes and Aqua Fit sessions. The facility is open to the public from September to March each year 5 days per week.

Opens annually for summer at the beginning of the September school holidays and closes for winter at the end of the April school holidays.

Contact Mount Larcom Swimming Pool for further information

Phone: (07) 4975 1185
Email: mountlarcom@bluefit.com.au
Address: The Narrows Road, Mount Larcom

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Calliope State School Pool

The Calliope State School Swimming Pool is located in Stirrat Street, Calliope, is not a Council owned or operated pool. Please phone Calliope State School for information on (07) 4975 8333 during school terms.

CK Aquatics has been successful with securing the Lease on the Calliope State School Pool and re-opened the facility on 5 October 2020. View Facebook page for opening hours, learn to swim classes and fees.

Opens annually for summer at the beginning of the September school holidays and closes for winter.

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