Sod turn marks the start of construction of Alkimos Aquatic Centre

Construction is now underway on the highly anticipated Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre in Perth's north, delivering key infrastructure for local communities to enjoy now and into the future.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joined Federal Member for Pearce Tracey Roberts and Mayor of Wanneroo Linda Aitken to officially turn the sod to mark the start of works today.

Alkimos has been identified as a key area of development in the Northern Coastal Growth Corridor of the City of Wanneroo, with the expected growth identifying the need for significant community infrastructure that will meet current and future demand.

Building Australia's Future is about so much more than bricks and mortar. It is about creating a better life for Australians. Projects like this create communities.

The project involves the construction of a regional level aquatic and multi-purpose facility, and will include:

• three indoor pools, including a learn to swim and free form leisure pool
• health suite including spa, sauna and steam room
• outdoor 50 metre competition pool
• multi-use indoor sports courts with spectator seating
• gymnasium and fitness suite
• cafeteria
• occasional childcare space
• community facilities, including meeting and consulting rooms.

The facility will provide a key space for the community to meet, socialise and participate in recreation activities including volunteering, building a foundation for social cohesion.

It is expected that the project will support 250 jobs during construction and will create another 42 ongoing jobs once complete.

The nearly $88 million project has been made possible with a commitment of $30 million from the Albanese Government, $12.6 million from the Cook Government and $45.3 million from the City of Wanneroo.

Quotes attributable to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese:

"Strong communities need good quality community infrastructure. That's why my Government is building Australia's Future and investing in these important local facilities.

"The Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre will become a hub for the Wanneroo community and support more than 250 local jobs during construction.

"This is on top of our commitment to deliver $200 million for more local housing and community infrastructure in regional Western Australia."

Quotes attributable to the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, Catherine King:

"It's so exciting to see construction begin on the Alkimos Aquatic Centre - a result of the funding partnerships in place for this terrific community facility in Perth's north.

"I look forward to seeing works continuing to progress, which will support a real jobs and economic boost for Wanneroo while delivering this centre."

Quotes attributable to WA Sport and Recreation Minister, David Templeman:

"This is a fantastic project that will benefit the residents of our northern corridor for generations to come.

"The Cook Government is taking Western Australia to the next level and this project is part of that vision."

Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Pearce, Tracey Roberts:

"This project is a demonstration of our Government's ongoing commitment to providing new and improved infrastructure for the electorate of Pearce that will encourage the community to thrive, both economically and socially.

"My commitment to this project has been unwavering. I have fiercely championed and advocated for the new Alkimos pool during my tenure as Mayor of the City of Wanneroo and as the Federal Member for Pearce.

"Today this exciting sod-turning event marks the commencement of construction of the facility, that will feature swimming pools, fitness areas, sports courts, and family gathering spaces.

"This new build will not only serve as a hub for learn-to-swim programs, physical activity but will also foster social connections among residents, strengthening the fabric of our community and will become a much loved and valued community asset."

Quotes attributable to the Mayor of the City of Wanneroo, Linda Aitken:

"I'm pleased to be able to share the exciting news with the residents of the city's northern suburbs, many of whom advocated for the new facility.

"We are committed to providing sport and recreation facilities that enable our residents to lead healthy and active lifestyles, no matter where they live in our city.

"The centre has been a high priority for the city since 2018, and it is important that we are able to deliver a state-of-the-art facility to suit the needs of our growing community well into the future."

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