Indoor Aquatic centre closer following Federal funding agreement

Published on 28 May 2026

Indoor Aquatic Centre all systems go following Federal funding agreement

Moorabool’s long awaited indoor aquatic centre has reached a significant milestone, with the Australian Government funding agreement now signed, confirming $25 million under the Major and Local Community Infrastructure Program.

The agreement confirms that Council can progress the project to deliver a year-round aquatic facility for the community.

The indoor aquatic centre will provide a modern, inclusive space supporting health, wellbeing and recreation for residents of all ages and abilities and is expected to become a major community hub when complete.

Mayor Cr Steve Venditti-Taylor said the milestone was a strong outcome for the community and reflected years of advocacy and planning.

“This is an exciting step forward for a project our community has been calling for over many years, and we thank our local Federal Member for Hawke Sam Rae for his support,” Cr Venditti-Taylor said.

“The signing of the Federal funding agreement means we are now all systems go to progress the indoor aquatic centre and move towards delivery.”

Cr Venditti-Taylor acknowledged the critical role of funding partners in enabling the project to reach this stage.

“We sincerely thank the Federal Government ($25 million) and the Victorian Government ($10 million) for their contributions to this project.

“Their support, alongside Council’s $15 million investment, demonstrates a shared commitment to improving health, wellbeing and liveability for our growing community. Council’s commitment is included in our Draft 2026/27 Budget which is currently out for community consultation.”

With the project now progressing, Council will share updates with the community as key stages are reached.

Keep up to date via our website: moorabool.vic.gov.au/marc