Narrandera Shire Council is pleased to announce that it has successfully resolved the tender process for the Lease for Management of the Barellan Memorial Pool Complex. After careful consideration and evaluation, the Council has accepted the tender offer by B Doyle & FJ Doyle, a renowned management company in the region.
The lease agreement, spanning a period of five years with the option to extend for an additional five years, has been awarded to B Doyle & FJ Doyle for their exceptional proposal. The tender was selected based the numerous benefits it brings to the local community.

B Doyle & FJ Doyle demonstrated strong potential in the areas of benefit to the local community and value-added benefits. The company's principal partner holds a business management degree and has provided references validating the requisite management skills needed to effectively run the facility. Additionally, the principal partner has completed pool lifeguard and first aid certifications, emphasizing their commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment for pool visitors.

Narrandera Shire Council is confident that the decision to award the lease to B Doyle & FJ Doyle will result in a well-managed and successful operation of the Barellan Memorial Pool Complex. Council is excited about the partnership and looks forward to working closely with the management company to enhance the pool's accessibility and services, benefitting the local community.

To accommodate the increase in the budget for the first year of the contract, the Council has authorized the utilization of surplus funds from the 2022-23 budget. This allocation ensures that the Barellan Memorial Pool Complex receives the necessary resources for a seamless transition and an improved experience for pool-goers.