A Splashtacular Win for the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre (MAAC)

Council is pleased to have received acknowledgement of having successfully obtained grant funding of $9,641,761 under Round 1 of the Australian Government Growing Regions Program.

The grant success now ensures works on the multimillion-dollar project can continue with a limited burden to our ratepayers in delivering the capital works, consisting of a new 50-metre pool, children’s play area, grandstand and clubhouse at the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre (MAAC).

Mayor Mark Johnston excitedly acknowledged his gratitude to the Federal Government and in particular Minister of Infrastructure Catherine King stating, “This announcement is a game changer, we have been working hard to deliver this project and to receive this significant amount of funding, we can confidently work on the continuation of the project”. 

Next week, earthworks will commence on the decommissioned location of the previous 50-metre pool. 

Moree Plains Shire Council was one of 40 successful applicants to receive funding from the Growing Regions Program. This Program aids in delivering community and economic infrastructure projects across regional and rural Australia.