Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre Update
Construction on site at the Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre is moving quickly as head contractor BADGE Constructions makes progress on the development of the major two-story structure at Olympic Park on Margaret Street.
City of Mount Gambier City Infrastructure General Manager Nick Serle said loadbearing block walls had been erected within the building internally, in readiness for slab brace walls and concrete columns to support the structure.
“The installation of the foyer and emergency stair formwork is underway and footings excavation and concrete works have also begun in the sports courts area,” Mr Serle said.
The refurbishment of the existing outdoor 50 metre pool has commenced, in addition to initial works for the internal 25 metre pool, learn to swim pool, program pool and splash pad area.
“The stairs and handrails have been removed from the 50 metre pool and excavation, reinforcement and concrete works for the footings for the internal pools is underway.”
Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre opened in December 2022. This page represents the culmination of extensive community input, over numerous years, into the development of the concept, detailed designs and functionality of this significant inter-generational infrastructure project for Mount Gambier.
More information about Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre can now be be found here.
