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Arrival at Whitlam Leisure Centre

The Whitlam Leisure Centre is situated on numerous acres with other recreational facilities, giving it a vast, open, park-like feel. There is an extensive car park located 50m from the venue and a drop-off zone is also available close to the entrance.

There are eight accessible car parking spaces which can be accessed by a Zebra Crossing leading into the entrance, and passing by the 50m external pool (which is only open during summer time).

A white HI-ACE van is parked in one of the accessible car parks at Whitlam Leisure Centre, as marked by the accessible parking sign painted in blue and white. On its left side is an accessible parking sign only for persons with a mobility disability and an arrow pointing in the direction of the van. Two yellow bollards are erected in the space connected to the pathway leading to a pedestrian lane.
Walking past an accessible parking space from the previous leads to a pedestrian lane and to a large tree at the focal point with abundant foliage giving ample shade. In the car park are a number of cars and tall trees scattered in the area providing enough shade for guests after getting out of their cars. Skyscrapers at the back of the venue can be seen from this position.
A zebra crossing leading to the smooth, concrete, blue pathway to the entrance of Whitlam Leisure Centre. At the boundary of the grey pathway are flag poles, flags, and grey bollards. There are also lamp posts assigned to opposite sides of this wide pathway. A large tree inside the black fence and pool provides great shade to the pathway.
A smooth blue concrete pathway leading to Whitlam Leisure Centre. The venue is a low-set building with grey, white, and blue painting. The upper wall of the front face of the building shows the name of the venue and its logo. On the left is a 50-meter external pool secured by a black fence, while on the right is a public changing place facility by Placeable Solutions. The entry point to the facility is through a black gate.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Birds chirping
  2. Motor vehicles
  3. Cockatoos screeching
  4. Trees rustling
  5. External weather conditions
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh air
  2. External weather conditions
  3. Vehicle exhaust (occasional)
  4. Chlorine (low level)
Touch

Feel

  1. Excitement
  2. External weather environment
  3. Walking movement
  4. Anticipation
  5. Change in temperature
Sight

Sight

  1. Flying flags
  2. Low set brick building
  3. External weather conditions
  4. Slow moving vehicles
  5. Pedestrians

Entrance to Whitlam Leisure Centre

Moving through the entrance, positioned directly ahead is the curved reception (with low counter accessibility) with lane ropes for the queuing guests and members. Moving towards the right is the Health Club and Swell Café, whilst to the left is the aquatic centre.

This area is open and spacious, with soft lighting, some natural light and a number of options for seating. A ramp is available for access to the Swell Café.

The image shows the view inside Whitlam Leisure Centre after passing through the entrance and exit doors which are separated by metal stanchions. There is a curved blue reception (with low counter accessibility) with a poster containing Welcome To Whitlam Leisure Centre. In front of the reception desk are stanchions and lane ropes for the queuing guests and members. This area has a grey brick wall, white ceiling, and grey, tiled floors with zigzag lines
On the reception desk are staff of Whitlam Leisure Centre wearing black polo shirts immersed in their computers. There is a small retail product section displayed on the wall to their back, a television, and a fan mounted to this wall. On the right side of the reception desk is the brand icon of Cérge with a QR code.
Next to the curvy reception tables is a thigh-light counter table with tall white bar stools. Heading towards the right from the reception desk are the Health Club and Swell Café. Different wall paintings and posters displayed near the wall can be seen opposite the reception area as well as black chairs and tables.
View when standing in the seating area containing black chairs and tables opposite of the reception desk. This image includes the peripheral part of the Swell Café with a low ramp-style entry point. The ramp has black metal handrails, and against it is a medium-sized potted plant and black chairs.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Music (during exercise classes)
  2. Directional instructions
  3. Splashing of water
  4. Electronic beeping & buzzing
  5. Hum of air conditioning
Smell

Smells

  1. Chlorine (medium)
  2. Cleaning products
  3. Café aroma (faint)
  4. Air conditioning
  5. Sanitisers
Touch

Feel

  1. Close proximity to others (when busy)
  2. Change in floor surfaces (carpet)
  3. Money/credit card handling
  4. Physical barrier
  5. Excitement
Sight

Sight

  1. Clean & spacious area
  2. Contrasting colours
  3. Grey carpet-tiled floor
  4. Soft lighting
  5. People queueing

Aquatic Centre at Whitlam Leisure Centre

Moving through the glass sliding doors from the left of reception into the Aquatic Centre is a domed roof with blue walls and a light grey ceiling. Approximately half of the roof is a giant skylight allowing in natural light.

There is a children's, step-free entrance pool with accessible entry as well as an 8 lane 25m lap pool which does not have ramp entry but does have a pool hoist. Aquatic wheelchairs are also available in this area as well as a Spa, Sauna, Jacuzzi, and Changerooms.

Adults and children are enjoying their bonding time at the children’s pool. Aside from the mushroom fountain, there are metal tubes spurting a standard flow of water on the edges of the pool. A no-diving sign is also placed to caution all the guests. Visible further to the back of the image is a digital clock and a white hoist sling for lifting persons with mobility disabilities.
The Aquatic Centre at Whitlam Leisure Centre has a domed roof with solid light blue steel archways and a light grey ceiling. Large air conditioning blue tubes composed the main structural frame of the ceiling. Approximately half of the roof allows natural lighting as a giant skylight. There is a children's, step-free entrance pool featuring a yellow mushroom fountain. Before entering the pool, guests could see the signboards for caution.
An aquatic wheelchair settled near the children’s pool. Black chairs are scattered around the pool for bags. At the end of the pools are glass walls that show the external pool area.
The image shows the 8-lane 25m lap pool on the left side while the jacuzzi can be found on the right side, separated by the hip-length glass walls. The lanes are separated by white, red, and blue floating lane ropes. Small triangular flags placed horizontally in the pool area can be seen hanging 5 meters from the water's surface. On the red elevated section, the right side of the pool, are triangular white signboards cautioning swimmers that no diving is allowed.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Children laughing & playing
  2. Water splashing
  3. Echoes
  4. PA Announcements
  5. Electronic buzzing & beeping
Smell

Smells

  1. Chlorine (strong)
  2. Controlled air environment
  3. Café & restaurant aroma
  4. Wet clothes
  5. Soap & toiletries (bathroom)
Touch

Feel

  1. Change in temperatures
  2. Close proximity to others
  3. Anxiety (when busy)
  4. Elevated heart rate
  5. Wet (when swimming)
Sight

Sight

  1. Natural lighting (skylights)
  2. Potential crowding
  3. Splashing water
  4. People swimming
  5. Contrasting colours

Health Club at Whitlam Leisure Centre

Beyond the reception and to the right lies a modern, recently renovated fitness facility that includes a cardio room, a weight training area, a group exercise studio, and a spin studio, all featuring timber floors, white ceilings, and fluorescent lighting. A reception desk is situated to the left.

The cardio room, accessible through a manual glass door, is located right at the entrance and is equipped with stability balls and various cardio machines. Another door opens to the Group Exercise Studio, an expansive space with grey carpet and a small platform.

Adjacent to this is the Spin Studio. The entire Health Club is supervised by trained sports staff.

Left of the narrow corridor leading to the fitness facility is made of a white brick wall, while on the opposite side are glass walls and gym balls arranged in two layers of metal platforms. The first machines that guests could see were treadmills. The room is well-lit by square lights at the ceilings.
Moving beyond the reception and to the right is a modern, recently renovated fitness facility that includes Cardio equipment, a weight training area, a group exercise studio, and a spin studio. The health club reception desk has an alcohol dispenser and varying flyers mounted on the desk.
The weight training area, a group exercise studio, and a spin studio at Whitlam Leisure Centre. A large, black rectangular block is placed in the center right after the stand fan. Weight-lifting equipment is arranged against the walls
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Physical exertion noises (grunts/groans)
  2. Sudden & sharp noises (gym equipment)
  3. Music (loud during set classes)
  4. Instructions from coaches
Smell

Smells

  1. Body odours (close proximity)
  2. Sporting ointments
  3. Controlled air environment
  4. Deodorants & perfumes
  5. Carpet
Touch

Feel

  1. Elevated heart rate
  2. Elevated body temperature
  3. Exhaustion
  4. Thirsty
  5. Changing floor surfaces
Sight

Sight

  1. Reflections (glass)
  2. Natural light & downlights
  3. Gym equipment
  4. People sweating
  5. Timber floors

Stadium and Gymnastics at Whitlam Leisure Centre

Furthest from the reception and down the corridor is the Stadium and Gymnastics centre as well as toilet and change room facilities. The Stadium is two basketball courts in size and has highly polished timber flooring, with a brown ceiling with dark beams including fluorescent lights.

The gymnasium also has timber flooring but also features large blue mats and other soft equipment used for gymnastics. The ceiling is white with subtle lighting.

Open, sliding, fire double doors. On the right of these doors is a wall with a class schedule for Bruins Liverpool Skills and Development basketball training and black chairs. There are also a number of chairs settled against the walls at the end of the corridor.
Opposite the Swell Cafe and adjacent to the Health Club are the Stadium and Gymnastics center and Toilet and Change room facilities. Guests can be guided by the infographics attached to the walls with locations and arrows pointing to which direction they should go. In this corridor is a fire safety door.
In between the separate toilet rooms for males and females is a photograph of a woman wearing swimming goggles and a swimming cap. Outside the male toilet room is a small rubbish bin. On the left side of the toilet section are black chairs for guests to sit on while waiting for their turn.
Entrance to the Stadium at Whitlam Leisure Centre. The double door on the left side is open, while the double door with a blurry portion on the right is not. Seen through the open door is the polished timber flooring, with a brown ceiling with dark beams, including fluorescent lig
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Instructions from coaches
  2. Music
  3. Bouncing balls
  4. Squeaking shoes on floor
  5. Heavy breathing
Smell

Smells

  1. Sporting ointments
  2. Body odours (close proximity)
  3. Bathroom odours (maybe noticeable)
  4. Cleaning/sanitising products
  5. Deodorants & perfumes
Touch

Feel

  1. Change in floor surfaces
  2. Close proximity to others
  3. Elevated heart rate
  4. Elevated body temperature
  5. Body anxiety
Sight

Sight

  1. Large void space (stadium)
  2. Low ceilings (corridors)
  3. People running & exercising
  4. People sweating
  5. Contrasting colours
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