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The Mount Gambier community is set to make a splash at Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre at a much anticipated preview weekend, beginning on December 16.<\/p>\n
City of Mount Gambier CEO Sarah Philpott said that the community can book a free swimming session and a tour of the state-of-the-art Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre on the preview weekend, December 16-18.<\/p>\n
Bookings for the preview weekend are available online: Wulanda Preview – Come and Join Us – Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre at wulanda. com.au<\/p>\n
“Given the level of community interest and excitement about Wulanda, we expect some\u00a0sessions to book out quickly, so don\u2019t wait to book your spot,\u201d Ms Philpott said.\u201cSport and recreation are crucial for the health and wellbeing of our community,\u00a0and Wulanda is certain to be an extremely popular and rewarding place to connect with friends and family, be active and enjoy the extensive community facilities it provides.\u201d<\/p>\n
Wulanda operating partner Belgravia Leisure has put together an exciting preview weekend, with free two-hour pool sessions\u00a0showcasing the revamped outdoor 50m pool and new indoor 25m pool, splash pad, program pool, and learn to swim pool. At the same time, the community can look at the eastern bank of timber courts, function and community rooms, and the health centre\u00a0 and\u00a0grab a coffee in the caf\u00e9. Wulanda Recreation and\u00a0Convention Centre manager Jason Taylor said that Belgravia was committed to supporting the local economy.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis means hiring local staff, engaging local suppliers, and keeping our region healthy through investing in resources from the area,\u201d Mr Taylor said.<\/p>\n
The community are invited to book a one-hour tour of Wulanda, which will provide an in depth showcase of what Wulanda offers to the community regarding community spaces, conventions, entertainment, sports, swimming, and leisure.<\/p>\n
City of Mount Gambier Mayor Lynette Martin OAM said the community had eagerly awaited Wulanda\u2019s completion, and\u00a0the preview weekend was an incredible opportunity to see the facility up close.<\/p>\n
“Wulanda responds to the community\u2019s desire for quality aquatics and flexible sporting and event spaces,\u201d Mayor Martin said. \u201cIt will stand the test of time in reinforcing the City of Mount Gambier and this region as a unique and preferred destination to enjoy for the future,\u201d Mayor Martin said.<\/p>\n
The Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre project is made possible with the support of the Federal Government Regional Growth Fund and the State Government Regional Growth Fund. City of Mount Gambier received funding partner support of $350,000 from the District Council of Grant.<\/p>\n
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Multi-million dollar Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre set to open its doors to the community this month The Mount Gambier community is set to make a splash at Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre at a much anticipated preview weekend, beginning on December 16. City of Mount Gambier CEO Sarah Philpott said that the community […]<\/p>\n