Clarence Valley Council invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the potential purchase of the South Grafton Pool and Boyd Nattrass Complex, located at 77 Cambridge Street, South Grafton, NSW
This rare and significant opportunity involves the acquisition of a well-known community recreational facility with a range of established infrastructure and the potential for adaptive reuse, redevelopment, or continued community operation—subject to the relevant planning approvals.
The property holds strong historical and cultural significance for the local community, and presents a unique chance to invest in a centrally located site with scope to deliver future community, commercial, or health and wellness outcomes.
Key Features of the Site Include:
- Large land parcel in a central and accessible South Grafton location
- Existing infrastructure, including:
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- 25m x 6-lane indoor swimming pool
- Hydrotherapy pool
- Small toddler pool with shade cover
- Gymnasium space
- Kiosk
- Male and female change rooms
- Gymnastics/training area
- Dedicated fitness/aerobics room
- Off-street parking and good access to public transport
- Currently zoned RE1 – Public Recreation, under Clarence Valley Council’s Local Environmental Plan (LEP)
- Potential for a broad range of community, recreational, commercial or redevelopment uses (STCA)
About the Location – South Grafton and the Clarence Valley Region
South Grafton is part of the historic city of Grafton, located within the Clarence Valley on the NSW North Coast. Grafton serves as a key regional centre, offering strong infrastructure, schools, health services and vibrant cultural and sporting communities. The broader Clarence Valley LGA has a population of over 51,000 people, with Grafton and South Grafton acting as major residential, service and transport hubs in the region. The area is experiencing steady growth, supported by major infrastructure projects, tourism, agriculture, and lifestyle migration.
The Boyd Nattrass Complex is strategically located to serve both the local population and surrounding rural communities, offering a foundation for a wide range of future ventures that support active living, wellness, education, or regional development.
Clarence Valley Council is Seeking EOIs that Demonstrate:
- A clear vision or proposed future use for the site
- Capacity to acquire and invest in the property
- Alignment with community benefit, economic development, or public value
- Experience in similar projects or developments, if applicable
For more information or to request the EOI information pack, please contact:
Eloise Casson
Property Coordinator – Clarence Valley Council
Phone: (02) 6640 3521
Email: eloise.casson@clarence.nsw.gov.au