Greater Dandenong City Council is pleased to announce that ADCO Constructions Pty
Ltd has been confirmed as the contracted builder to deliver the highly anticipated
Dandenong Wellbeing Centre. This appointment follows a competitive and rigorous
tender process.
Mayor of the City of Greater Dandenong, Cr Jim Memeti, said this decision marks a
major milestone in bringing this vital community facility to life.
โOur communityโs health and wellbeing are at the heart of this project. We are creating
a brand-new centre so that more people in Greater Dandenong can be more active,
more often,โ Cr Memeti said. โWeโve undertaken extensive community engagement on
this and weโve responded to what weโve heard.โ
The Dandenong Wellbeing Centre will be among Australiaโs best and will be accessible
to everyone who lives here or visits.
It will offer a wide range of aquatic, rehabilitation and fitness opportunities. Itโs a space
for people to connect, socialise and take care of their health year-round. It will offer fun,
culturally safe programs, health therapies, rehabilitation and much more.โ
โDesigned to replace the much-loved but now out-dated Dandenong Oasis, the new
Dandenong Wellbeing Centre represents a once-in-a-generation investment in
community health and wellbeing. Careful planning ensures the project will be
financially and environmentally sustainable, delivering a lasting benefit for all.
โAll age groups, cultures and abilities will be welcomed, with programs and activities
designed for everyone,โ Cr Memeti said.
โThe final design reflects the aspirations of Council and this community for a
welcoming and inclusive space to stay active and connected.
โWe know migrants to Australia are over-represented in coastal drownings and weโre
committed to promoting water safety in our community, so the learn to swim space will
be really important.
โThe centre will also have two warm water pools to support injury recovery,
rehabilitation and gentle exercise. The facility provides safe and dignified access for
people with disability to enjoy the water and its benefits.
โThe facility includes large studio spaces for group fitness classes and community
meetings. It has very generous provision for allied health services, so the facility can be
a one-stop health and wellbeing centre.โ
The new centre is also partly funded with a $20 million grant from the Federal Government.
Hockey facilities will also get a big upgrade
Cr Memeti said, โThe ageing hockey pavilion at Mills Reserve will be demolished and
temporary facilities installed during the two-year construction phase.
โThe new centre will include new facilities for hockey players and club use. Replacing
multiple buildings with new multi-purpose facilities under one roof is a contemporary
and responsible approach to creating great community assets for the future.โ
Once in a generation investment
Cr Memeti said, โThereโs no doubt that a high-quality facility like this carries a big price
tag.
Itโs the biggest commitment this Council has ever made, but something that has been in
planning and design for several years.
โThe proposed Dandenong Wellbeing Centre is a once-in-a-generation investment in
the long-term health and social wellbeing of our community. Coming together for
physical exercise has enormous benefits for to peopleโs physical and mental health and
wellbeing.โ
Financially and environmentally sustainable
Cr Memeti said, โThe centre has been designed with financial and environmental
sustainability in mind, and should comfortably achieve 5 Star Green Star accreditation
โThe clever design means less energy and water consumption, lowering operational
costs, and ensuring that the centre remains cost-effective for decades to come.
โConstruction will commence shortly, with completion expected in early 2027.โ