Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre
Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre Profile
| LOCATION: Albert Park, Victoria | COUNTRY: Australia | YEAR OPENED: 1997 |
| CAPACITY: 6000 | OWNER: City of Glen Eira | GAME: Swimming |
MSAC was opened on the 24th of July 1997 after 18 months of building. The centre cost $65 million to build and was funded by the State Government and the City of Port Phillip. MSAC was designed by Peddle Thorp Architects and built by Baulderstone Hornibrook, replacing some of the old, individual sports stadiums (including basketball, table tennis and badminton) located on the site.
Since its opening, MSAC has held thousands of events ranging from local swimming carnivals and basketball tournaments, through to international events including the 2006 Commonwealth Games (M2006) and the 2007 FINA World Swimming Championships (M2007).
MSAC has a continued focus on the maintenance of its facilities to ensure they remain world-class. As part of this focus, MSAC has undergone redevelopment to include a number of new and upgraded facilities.
In 2003, MSAC opened the Wellness Zone on Level 3 which is open to all Health and Wellness members. The Wellness Zone has since grown to include a hydrotherapy pool plus two specialist yoga and Pilates studios.
On July 8th 2006, a new 50m outdoor pool was opened as part of MSAC’s ongoing redevelopment and in preparation for M2006 and M2007. In 2008, the outdoor pool was upgraded and became the world’s first 50m swimming pool with a moveable floor.
MSAC continues to stage world-class events while developing its programs and facilities to ensure they remain state-of-the-art.
Vision
The Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre will be a world leader in the staging of sporting events, and in the provision of activities that enhance community health and well being.
Mission
Be the leading destination in Victoria for sport and recreation
Ensure optimal access to, and utilisation of, the facility by the Victorian Community
Provide first class facilities for major sporting events
Continually strive to improve the delivery of customer focused programs, events and services
Achieve best practice in all aspects of operation
Conduct all activities in a safe and hygienic environment
Maintain financial viability
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