Media release

28 June 2013

Local board launches Albany Stadium Pool project

This morning, Upper Harbour Local Board marked the beginning of the Albany Stadium Pool project with a special ceremony on site at North Harbour Stadium.

Board members were joined by Prime Minister John Key to officially launch the project, which is a key priority for the Albany area.

The new pool, currently expected to open in 2016, will be a community facility that focuses on recreational swimming. Initial concepts for the $19 million project include a variable-depth pool to cater for different needs, as well as fun water activities for all ages.

Further facilities will be considered as the design stage of the pool progresses.

Upper Harbour Local Board Chairperson, Margaret Miles, says the project launch is a significant milestone for the community.

“We are very excited to be making great progress on the Albany Stadium Pool,” Mrs Miles says.

“The Albany community has been asking for a recreational swimming pool for a long time and the local board is very pleased to be making steps towards delivering it.

“Upper Harbour is very fortunate to have great competitive sports facilities. This community pool will really meet the needs of local families who want to enjoy a more recreational space.”

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