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1300 366 244Wellington Shire Council is excited to announce the successful completion of the first stage of significant upgrades to the Aqua Energy Leisure Centre, including the launch of extended operating hours to the gym – now open 24 hours, 7 days a week, increasing accessibility and convenience for residents and visitors.
The Aqua Energy redevelopment project began in October 2023, and with stage one now complete, the community can enjoy:
Wellington Shire CEO, David Morcom highlighted the significance of these improvements.
“With 24/7 access, staying active has never been more convenient, especially for those looking for access outside of the typical 6am-9pm weekday opening hours.
We know that shift workers and parents in particular struggle to make these hours work with their routine so it’s now even easier for our community to fit exercise into their day. Not to mention upgraded changerooms, providing a more comfortable experience before and after workouts”.
In line with the launch of Aqua Energy’s round the clock gym and upgraded dry facilities, the centre is offering a 20% membership discount during the redevelopment, with flexible, no lock-in contracts available. The Aqua Energy Redevelopment is scheduled for completion mid-2025, so members can nab a gold membership from less than $15 per week.
“It is incredibly important for us to ensure our services remain cost effective and can be accessed by all who need them -and with a gold membership you can access the gym, group fitness and Shire-wide pool facilities from less than $15 each week – I know you can’t get that at any other 24-hour gym in Sale.”
Mr Morcom added, “We’re really proud to be able to improve our services to better meet community needs. The whole Aqua Energy redevelopment reflects our commitment to providing a safe, modern, and inclusive space for all abilities.”
24/7 Gym – important information:
Once an application for 24/7 access has been submitted and approved, members will be notified via email within three business days and are set to start using the gym all hours.
Aqua Energy Redevelopment Update – what’s coming
The Aqua Energy redevelopment project is expected to continue until August 2025, with the following enhancements still to be completed:
Additionally, a purpose-built wellness room featuring massage chairs, and a reformer bed will soon be available for use.
Residents are encouraged to visit www.aquaenergy.com.au or contact Council’s Leisure Services team on (03) 5142 3700 for more information and to take advantage of the new membership offer.
Aqua Energy Leisure Centre is owned and operated by Wellington Shire Council.
The $23 million facility upgrade has been made possible thanks to the Victorian Government, including $2 million from the Local Sports Infrastructure Fund and $10 million from the Community Sports Infrastructure Loan Scheme, $950,000 from the John Leslie Foundation, with the remainder of the project funded from Wellington Shire Council. Council is also intending to utilise funds from the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.