Thanks for having your say on the concept plans for Newcastle Ocean Baths, Stage Two which includes the revitalisation of the pavilion buildings and surrounds.

From 2014, community feedback has shaped the revitalisation of the much-loved Newcastle Ocean Baths. We have used the feedback collected over this time to inform the development of the Stage Two concept plans.

There have been many technical, financial, social, environmental and heritage considerations that have been worked through in developing a concept plan that celebrates the heritage features of Newcastle Ocean Baths, whilst ensuring that the building and surrounds can be used and enjoyed for many years to come.

Thank you to everyone who shared their thoughts and ideas via the online submission form or on the interactive concept plans. Read the Detailed Consultation Report or Summary Engagement Report to find out what we heard.

We're committed to providing genuine, meaningful opportunities for you have share your voice and have a say.

Between 17 June and 5 August 2024, we invited the community to help shape Stage Two of the Newcastle Ocean Baths. We asked you to get involved in the revitalisation of the pavilion buildings and surrounds by:

• Viewing the concept plan
• Reading the frequently asked questions
• Speaking to the project team at our We love our coast event on Thursday 18 July 2024 at our Digital Library (12 Stewart Ave, Newcastle West):
  • Business leaders and operators forum, 11am to 1pm
  • Community forum, 2pm to 6pm.
• Speaking to us in person at various pop-up events throughout the consultation period.
• Contributing to and joining the conversation on the interactive concept plans and sharing your ideas, thoughts and opinions
• Providing feedback via the online form.

The consultation period has now closed.

We will continue to work within the project's guiding principles to progress Stage Two of the revitalisation of Newcastle Ocean Baths.

The detailed design phase will explore the results of the community consultation and technical studies to inform how, what, and where refinements and enhancements can be facilitated.

We are already exploring how we can:

• Revise the layout of change rooms, returning to a north-south changeroom split within the northern pavilion.
• Explore further ways to deliver open-air amenity of the change rooms with ventilation and natural lighting through the roof design.
• Consider options for seating that are more inclusive and suitable for picnics.

We will continue to keep the community updated as the project progresses. For up-to-date project information, visit the project webpage.