Campaspe Shire Council and the Rochester community have welcomed $3.95M in state government funding to help build the Rochester aquatic facility. Combined with Council's $5 million commitment, this contribution brings the project one step closer.
The funding was announced today in Rochester by Victorian Treasurer and Member for Northern Victoria, Jaclyn Symes.
Campaspe Shire Mayor Cr Daniel Mackrell said the funding announcement is fantastic news.
"Since the devastating 2022 floods and loss of the old pool, we have consulted closely with the local community to develop detailed designs and make the project shovel-ready.
"This generous co-funding gives us real momentum - now we're focused on securing the remaining funding and getting construction underway.
"Today, we're that much closer to delivering a modern, flood-resilient aquatic facility that restores what was lost and builds a stronger future for Rochester and its district.
"We now call on the Australian Government to co-fund this project so the Rochester community can get back in the water sooner," the mayor said.
Campaspe Shire Council formally requested $3.95M in co-funding from both the Victorian and Australian governments in March to deliver the Rochester aquatic facility project, following the adoption of the project's detailed design at the December 2025 Council meeting.
The projected cost for the project is $12.9M, with Council continuing to seek the remaining funding required to deliver the project.
Keep up to date with the project at www.campaspe.vic.gov.au/RochesterPool
