July 22, 2020 - MISSION BEACH AQUATIC CENTRE: NEW MANAGEMENT ANNOUNCED
Following the appointment of new management, the Mission Beach Aquatic Centre will re-open on Monday 27 July, and (pending ongoing COVID-19 restriction advice) will remain open year-round with an extensive offering of new swimming programs.
New managers Grimsey’s Aquatics P/L have been awarded management of the aquatic facility, having successfully managed the Bowen Swimming Pool for the Whitsundays Regional Council.
Grimsey’s Aquatics was chosen by Council’s selection committee due to their ability to service the community by offering a sustainable year-round program and extensive swimming programs.
The business is owned by brothers Trent and Ridge who are highly accredited swim coaches and former Australian Swim team members. Trent is also a World Record holder for the English Channel.
Quotes attributed to Cassowary Coast Regional Council Mayor, Mark Nolan:
“Grimsey’s Aquatics put forth a very solid tender based on their success in managing the Bowen Swimming Pool and plans to optimise the facility to its best possible use.”
“They represented the greatest value of the four applicants and the most sustainable business model with maximum utilisation of the facility.”
“Based on their credentials we expect the Cassowary Coast community will greatly benefit from the range of programs which this new management will provide.”
Quotes attributed to Cassowary Coast Regional Council Division 3 Councillor, Trudy Tschui:
“I’m pleased to advise Council has awarded the new management rights for the Mission Beach Aquatic Centre and it will reopen in the coming days.”
“The Mission Beach Aquatic Centre is a much-loved facility with locals depending on it for therapy as well as exercise and recreation.”
“I understand that the temporary closure of the pool has been very frustrating to the community, however my concerns have been ratified knowing that the time and care taken in appointing this new management contract will more than make up for the inconvenience.
“With the new management comes a commitment to respond to the needs of our community in this facility, including year-round operation.”
Quotes attributed to Mission Beach Aquatic Centre Management, Ridge Grimsey:
“We’re so excited about the opportunity of reactivating the Mission Beach Aquatic Centre which offers amazing facilities for the community.”
“Our plan is to build on previous Squad, Aqua Aerobics and Learn to Swim programs as well as increase the number of daily hydrotherapy, recreational and lap swimming opportunities to the benefit of the community.”