Funded projects
R2 Growing Regions Round 2 funded project
John Houston Memorial Swimming Pool (JHMS Pool) Replacement
Hay Shire Council received $4,191,173 from Growing Regions Round 2 for this project in Hay, New South Wales.
Project facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Applicant | Hay Shire Council |
| Applicant type | Council |
| Round | R2: Growing Regions Round 2 |
| Location | Hay |
| State | New South Wales |
| Commonwealth funding approved | $4,191,173 |
| Project type | Aquatic centres |
| Source | Growing Regions Program Round 2 funded projects (September 2025), page 2 |
What is the project?
The department's Round 2 funded projects list describes it this way:
The project will deliver a new regional aquatic precinct, including a 50 metre competition pool, 15 metre learn to swim pool, and a zero depth beach-style entry children’s pool, new shade and social inclusion areas, change facilities, a solar array and battery energy supply sytem, and a energy efficient water filtration system.
Applicant, location, state and funding are also from that list (page 2).
Similar funded projects
- Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre (MAAC) Redevelopment, Moree NSW: $9,641,761
- Northern Inland Aquatic, Education and Health Centre of Excellence, Hillvue NSW: $9,000,000
- Cowra Aquatic Centre, Cowra NSW: $4,890,218
Planning something similar for Round 3?
Round 3 is expected to fund $250,000 to $15 million per project. If you have a similar project in mind, we can help you get the quotes, designs and evidence together before the guidelines are released.
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