Help Us Improve Your Leisure Services

Consultation update

The feedback received from this consultation has been used to help shape the development of a new specification for the upcoming Aquatic and Leisure Facilities contract tender. 

Engagement Outcomes Summary

Overall, there was strong community support for our Aquatic and Leisure Facilities with key insights listed below:

•    125 responses received from community, current facility users and user groups.

•    76% of community members who completed the survey said that what they most liked about the facilities was the convenience.

•    Well used and like the social connection.

•    Feedback regarding facility condition – indication of age, condition and presentation highlighted.

•    Interest from community in utilising facility space more effectively.

•    Affordability, Cleanliness and Maintenance of Facilities are important considerations. 

Next Steps

The next steps in the Aquatic and Leisure Facility Contract tender process are:

•    Tender Release – Early November 2025.

•    Tender Close – Late December 2025.

•    Tender Evaluation – January 2026.

•    Award Contract – Late February 2026 – Council Decision is needed.

•    Transition Period – April – June 2026 (Only required if new Contractor appointed).

•    New Contract Commences – 1 July 2026.

Thank you to everyone who provided input along the way!


This consultation is now closed, thank you for having your say to help improve our aquatic and leisure services across the region.

Whether you're a regular user, an occasional visitor, or simply want to see better use of facilities in your community, this is your chance to share what you enjoy most – and what could be even better.

We’re committed to making sure our leisure and aquatic services continue to meet community expectations, reflect best practice and align with all relevant legislation.

What will my feedback influence?

Your feedback will directly play a key role in shaping the development of a new tender specification for the Leisure Facilities contract, set to go to market later this year.

Take up this valuable opportunity to contribute your ideas, share what’s working well and highlight areas where services could improve.

Your input will help ensure our aquatic and leisure services continue to meet community expectations, remain compliant with legislation and provide welcoming, inclusive spaces for all ages and abilities.

This engagement is part of our ongoing commitment to community-driven decision making, so take the opportunity to help us ensure our services meet everyone’s needs, now and into the future!

Community Consultation

The community were invited to share their thoughts from Friday 16 May to Friday 6 June.

The project team will utilise the feedback when developing a new tender specification for the Leisure Facilities contract, set to go to market later this year.