Surf Coast Shire<\/a> last formally considered the matter in 2015. Since then, both the state and federal government have promised to fund a new aquatic centre but are at an impasse regarding the length of the pool.<\/p>\nThe shire\u2019s general manager for culture and community Chris Pike said while years had passed since the shire looked into the possibility of a pool, the council had previously favoured a shorter version.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe last time Council assessed the feasibility of an aquatic facility was in 2015. This included a 25-metre pool.\u201d<\/p>\n
The state Labor government has committed $10 million to the pool.<\/p>\n
While running for the seat of Corangamite, Libby Coker promised a further $15.3 million on behalf of an elected federal Labor Government. Although Ms Coker won the seat, her party did not win the election.<\/p>\n
Before Ms Coker replaced her as member for Corangamite, the Liberals\u2019 Sarah Henderson also promised $20 million for an aquatic centre, but with the stipulation that it must include a 50-metre pool.<\/p>\n
Ms Henderson has re-affirmed this commitment since returning to politics as a Senator for Victoria.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am very hopeful that the shire will support and help fund a proper aquatic facility complete with 50-metre pool, which is in the best interests of Surf Coast residents.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Surf Coast Times<\/em> contacted Ms Henderson asking why her party\u2019s funding was contingent on a pool a different length to what the council had planned, but received no response.<\/p>\nThe pool also failed to make the list of projects on the shire\u2019s advocacy priorities, released earlier this month.<\/p>\n
Mr Pike said the council was still pursuing the matter, but also had other projects to support.<\/p>\n
\u201cCouncil has spent much of 2019 trying to secure confirmation from the federal government of its $20 million election commitment and associated conditions. This has only recently been confirmed, including the requirement for a 50-metre pool. The state government has confirmed its $10 million funding is to deliver a 25-metre facility.<\/p>\n
\u201cOfficers are currently developing options for Council. Council is also considering its long-term financial plan, including future infrastructure requirements such as an expanded library.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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