Tomorrow, Newcastle Ocean Baths will celebrate 100 years of service to the community.
While local swimmers began enjoying the facility around 1912, the pools, promenade and pavilion were formally opened to the public on the 25th of November in 1922.
Since opening the Newcastle Ocean Baths have played an integral role in the recreational pursuits of locals and visitors alike.
Historic records show that the Baths were initially leased to an operator, with an entrance fee charged from 1918 until 1953, when the Council took back control of the Baths.
“The Newcastle Ocean Baths have been a treasured part of our community for the past 100 years, creating lasting memories for generations of Novocastrians and visitors who have flocked to swim, sunbath or simply relax and take in the spectacular views off our coastline,” Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes said.
“They have played host to countless swimming carnivals, life-saving demonstrations and learn to swim lessons, and like so many Novocastrians, I hold wonderful memories of spending my childhood with family and friends at these beautiful baths.”
City of Newcastle worked closely with the Newcastle Ocean Baths Community Reference Group and other stakeholders during the planning and design phases of the stage one upgrade, which is currently underway, and will meet with community representatives in the coming weeks for a tour of the site and discussion on the project’s progress.
