“[With] other aquatic facilities across the district still operating at around 50% capacity even on peak days, it was no longer responsible to continue investing in the complex.
“Importantly, the site will remain public recreation space, so while this chapter is closing, the area will continue to have a place for families to make memories for generations to come.”
The council looked for groups interested in taking over the complex in 2025, but no proposals moved forward.
As a result, the council is removing the pool’s infrastructure while keeping certain areas so the section of the park could remain open for future opportunities.
Works include removing the 50m, learner and toddler pools and associated paved areas, sheds, shade sails, barbecue, seating and basketball hoop.
The pools would be filled with concrete, fill, gravel and topsoil before the area is grassed.
The land would remain public recreation space, protected as Recreation Reserve land under the Reserves Act, meaning it could not be sold or developed for residential or commercial use.
No notable trees in Frimley Park would be affected by the work.
Frimley Park remains open throughout the work, with works confined to a fenced area.
The main buildings, grandstand and fencing would be retained so the site could be considered for future uses.
Work takes place Monday to Friday between 7am and 5pm over six weeks, weather permitting, with some Saturday morning work between 7am and midday if required.
