The Long Swim to Recovery: A Cautionary Tale of Costly Upgrades The North Sydney Olympic Pool's five year journey from closure to reopening has been a tale of woe, warning signs, and the perils of ambitious infrastructure projects.
This historic complex finally prepares to welcome the public back, raising questions about our approach to urban renewal.
The renovation has been a disaster from start to finish, with initial estimates of $58 million ballooning to Icon's eventual claim of $122 million – and ongoing variations that may add millions more.