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Saltwater is filling Sydney's North Sydney Olympic Pool ahead of its delayed reopening in 2026.
Water is being pumped into the North Sydney Olympic Pool, a key step in its redevelopment after closing in 2021.
About 1.921 million litres of saltwater from Sydney Harbour are filling the 50-metre outdoor pool, with completion expected in five to six days.
The project, initially estimated at $58 million and slated to reopen in 2022, has faced major delays and cost overruns.
Construction is largely complete, but the site won’t be handed over to North Sydney Council until mid-February 2026, with public opening likely months later.
The upgraded facility will include new indoor pools, a gym, Pilates rooms, a gelato bar, and a 970-seat grandstand.
Council officials are preparing for operations and reviewing a fee structure, while considering rate increases of up to 54% over three years due to rising costs.
Mayor Zoe Baker stressed the need for safety and functionality at opening, acknowledging public frustration.
El agua salada está llenando la piscina olímpica North Sydney de Sydney antes de su reapertura retrasada en 2026.