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Major milestones in 2023 for City of Rockingham aquatic and sport facilities

Major milestones in 2023 for City of Rockingham aquatic and sport facilities
February 10, 2023

The City of Rockingham is celebrating significant anniversaries in 2023 for four of its popular community assets.

On 25th February the Rockingham Aquatic Centre will celebrate its 50th anniversary, with a special 1970s event. Throughout the day there will be a 70's tribute band, food trucks, and movie night. Entry prices will also be heading back to the 70s with 10c entry for children and 20c for adults.

In addition to the Aquatic Centre’s 50 year landmark, later this year Mike Barnett Sports Complex (MBSC) will turn 40, the Autumn Centre will celebrate 30 years since opening its doors to the community, and the Aqua Jetty in Warnbro will also turn 20.

In years to come 2023 will also be looked back on as the year the Baldivis Sports Complex (BSC) held its official opening, meaning future BSC milestones will be celebrated in the same calendar year as these other spaces.  

Mayor Deb Hamblin said the longevity of these facilities underscores the importance of the City’s Strategic Community Plan aspiration of planning for future generations.

Mayor Hamblin notes “the arrival of each of these facilities were significant moments for our City in years gone by, and thanks to astute long term planning and asset renewal our community continues to enjoy them today. 

“The City’s Community Infrastructure Plan has played a key role in delivering and redeveloping facilities as our City evolves.

“Whether it’s the social connections, sporting opportunities or health benefits – Rockingham Aquatic Centre, MBSC, the Autumn Centre and Aqua Jetty all hold a special place in the hearts and minds of their members and users.

“Throughout 2023 the City looks forward to celebrating these anniversaries, starting with the Aquatic Centre on 25th February.”

Image top: Rockingham Aquatic Centre present day; Image centre: Rockingham Aquatic Centre in the 70s; Image above: Mike Barnett Sports Complex Facebook

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