Our Beach. Our History.

Wollongong City Council are spending $1.7 million to makeover the Austinmer Bathing Pavilion. Join local support to preserve the original building and keep it looking like it should.

The magnificent bathing pavilion building is a historic Austinmer icon which has looked the same since it was built almost 90 years ago. Home to the Otters and Austi swimmers, the building is a part of our local identity, heritage and holds a special place in people's hearts.

Council's proposed design sees the much loved 1930s building being renovated to an unrecognisable modern state. For example the original concrete masonry will be covered with  "modern wooden panels" and oversized plastic toilet signage. The full proposal can be viewed by clicking here.

Council are asking for your feedback on the design by 5th November. The local community are calling for council to reconsider the modern design and instead invest in restoring the original look and character of the building.

Do you love the old building and want to retain its historic design? 

Join this petition to say :

"I support preserving the original historic design of Austinmer Bathing Pavilion for the Austinmer Tidal Pool Amenities Refurbishment project"

Note: feedback and comments can be given to council directly by clicking here