New state-of-the-art Aquatic and Leisure Centre breaks ground
Published on 19 September 2025
Residents will start to see the new Aquatic and Leisure Centre in Fraser Rise come to life with construction soon to commence on Melton City Council’s biggest ever capital project.
City of Melton Mayor, Cr Steve Abboushi toured the site on Beattys Road this week with Federal Member for Gorton, Alice Jordan-Baird MP, and fellow Councillors, to turn the first sod for the much-anticipated project for the City of Melton’s fast-growing community.
The new two-storey aquatic and leisure centre will bring aquatic and fitness, allied health services, and community meeting spaces all under one roof to cater to rising local demand for health and wellness options.
It will feature indoor pools, splash play areas, water slides, spas, a sauna, health and fitness areas, an outdoor pool with an accessible beach entrance, change facilities and a café.
Also included will be Australia’s first dedicated water sensory space set in a calming, safe and supportive environment where people with special needs can feel at ease.
Council is funding this multi-million project, supported by a $15 million contribution from the Australian Government’s Thriving Suburbs Program.
Construction is due to commence in early 2026, with the new facility scheduled to open in 2028. For updates, visit Aquatic and Leisure Centre.
Quotes attributable to City of Melton Mayor Cr Steve Abboushi:
“This is Council’s biggest ever capital project and will be a huge asset for our residents who have told us we need more local spaces for health, connection, and inclusive recreation for our rapidly growing community.”
“I am proud of Council for planning and delivering a facility that will co-locate a range of aquatic leisure and recreation facilities, along with allied health services that would otherwise not be provided locally.”
“So much consideration has been put into planning for this state-of-the-art facility to ensure it is an inclusive and accessible space for everyone in our diverse community.”
“I would like to thank the Australian Government who has generously contributed $15 million through its Thriving Suburbs Program. Together with Council’s own investment, we are collectively helping turn a long-held community dream into a reality. I can’t wait to see this vision come to life.”