Capability · 2026
Peninsula
Aquatic
Commercial Aquatic Infrastructure. Design + Build.

An Australian specialist in commercial aquatic infrastructure — where engineering rigour meets aquatic craft. Engineered, built, delivered.

20+
Years in operation
30+
Years director experience
$400k–$5m+
Project delivery scale
National
Delivery reach
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01 · The Firm
Two decades. One specialty. A portfolio built at scale.

Peninsula Aquatic is an Australian specialist in commercial aquatic infrastructure. Design and build.

We work where engineering rigour meets aquatic craft — delivering the aquatic assets that define resorts, holiday parks, community precincts, entertainment attractions and government aquatic facilities.

The portfolio includes Funfields Theme Park (280 m river and 2,200 m² wave pool); Paul Sadler Swimland; Club Trillium; and the community amenity aquatic centres at Parkside Lucas and Lakeside Lara.

Under the direction of Chris Pettigrew — over three decades of aquatic construction experience — the firm has delivered complex, permanent, code‑compliant aquatic infrastructure at commercial scale.

02 · What We Do

Commercial Aquatic Infrastructure.
Design + Build.

A specialist commercial contractor. We take aquatic infrastructure from concept to commissioning — engineered, built, delivered.

I

Engineered
for scale

  • Reinforced concrete pool structures — in‑situ and shotcrete
  • Advanced hydraulic and filtration systems
  • Balance tank, surge and treatment plant
  • Wave pool and lazy river infrastructure
  • Splash pad and interactive water play
II

Crafted
for permanence

  • Wet deck and beach‑entry construction
  • Fully tiled and high‑specification finishes
  • Feature walls and architectural water elements
  • Integrated spa and hydrotherapy systems
  • Complex geometries and challenging environments
III

Delivered
on brief

  • Design and Build under a single accountability
  • Value engineering integrated with concept development
  • Turnkey delivery — feasibility through commissioning
  • Concurrent commercial project capacity
  • Structured project management and documented QA
Aerial view of the wave pool in operation at Funfields Theme Park
Feature delivery
2,200 m² wave pool · beach‑entry construction and wave plant · Funfields Theme Park
03 · Selected Works

Delivered at commercial scale.

Aerial view of the 280 m lazy river winding through Funfields Theme Park
Feature Project

Funfields
Theme Park

Sector
Theme Park & Entertainment
Scope
280 m river · 2,200 m² wave pool
Site work
Go‑kart track & open‑space replacement
Category
Water attraction infrastructure

Commercial‑scale water attraction infrastructure delivering hydraulic complexity and visitor capacity at regional‑flagship scale — from ground works and site remediation through to commissioning of the wave pool plant and river hydraulics.

Wave pool and river in operation under concurrent hydraulic load
Wave pool & river in operation — concurrent hydraulic load
Lava lagoon with feature rockwork and zero-depth entry
Lava lagoon — feature rockwork and zero‑depth entry
Guest-level amenity with deck, shade and circulation
Guest‑level amenity — deck, shade and circulation
Indoor commercial lap pool at Paul Sadler Swimland
Commercial Aquatic

Paul Sadler Swimland

Learn‑to‑Swim & Community · Full commercial aquatic facility

Purpose‑built commercial swim school delivered with commercial‑grade filtration and plant. Engineered for high‑capacity daily bather load and long‑term operational efficiency.

Outdoor pool and clubhouse at Club Trillium at dusk
Community Aquatic Centre

Club Trillium

Community Aquatic Centre · Multiple aquatic vessels · Clubhouse integration

Contemporary community aquatic infrastructure integrating training pool, program spaces and clubhouse facilities. Engineered for peak bather load; finished to premium community standard.

Architect-led indoor wellness centre pool at Parkside Lucas
Master‑Planned Amenity

Parkside Lucas

Master‑Planned Wellness Centre · Architect‑led wellness centre

Architect‑led community wellness centre — delivering premium tiled finish and integrated architectural detailing at community‑scale commercial delivery.

Indoor community aquatic centre with long-span roof at Lakeside Lara
Master‑Planned Amenity

Lakeside Lara

Master‑Planned Community Amenity · Community aquatic centre · Amenity integration

Commercial‑scale community aquatic infrastructure integrated with clubhouse amenity. Premium tiled finish, integrated hydrotherapy, and long‑span structural roof coordination.

04 · Capabilities

What we build.

Full‑scope commercial aquatic delivery — from design coordination and hydraulic engineering through to fit‑out, finish and long‑term operational plant.

Design & Documentation

  • Concept design and hydraulic engineering coordination
  • Structural documentation and value engineering
  • Cost planning and constructability review
  • Detailed coordination with architects and consultants
  • Compliance documentation to Australian Standards and commercial aquatic codes

Aquatic Structures

  • Reinforced concrete pools (in‑situ and shotcrete)
  • Lagoon‑style and resort pool construction
  • Wave pools and lazy rivers
  • Water slides and interactive water features
  • Splash pads and zero‑depth aquatic play
  • Aquatic wellness structures

Specialist Systems & Engineering

  • Advanced hydraulic systems
  • Commercial‑grade filtration and sanitation
  • Water treatment and energy‑efficient plant
  • Balance tank and surge systems
  • Wet deck and beach‑entry construction
  • Automation, monitoring and BMS integration

Fabrication & Finishes

  • Fully tiled and high‑specification interiors
  • Integrated spa and hydrotherapy systems
  • Custom slide integration and structural coordination
  • Feature walls and architectural aquatic elements
  • High‑capacity commercial plant installation
Fully tiled interior with hydrotherapy and lap integration
Fully tiled interior — hydrotherapy and lap integration, architectural lighting coordination
Architect-led water feature delivered within the architectural intent
Architect‑led water feature — aquatic scope delivered within the architectural intent
05 · Approach

One accountability.
Concept to commissioning.

Peninsula Aquatic delivers under an integrated Design + Build model. One contract, one accountability, one point of coordination — with hydraulic engineering, structural design, construction planning and commissioning integrated from day one.

01
Consultation & Feasibility
02
Concept Design & Budget Alignment
03
Detailed Engineering & Documentation
04
Construction & Quality Control
05
Commissioning & Handover

On architect‑led projects we deliver the aquatic scope with technical rigour while preserving the architect's design intent. On builder‑ and developer‑led projects we lead concept through commissioning.

06 · Leadership
Chris Pettigrew
Managing Director

Over three decades of aquatic construction leadership. Chris has led the delivery of complex and architecturally significant aquatic infrastructure across Australia. Under his direction, Peninsula Aquatic operates as a specialist commercial contractor — combining engineering discipline with the craft of aquatic construction.

Expertise
  • Commercial‑scale hydraulic implementation
  • Reinforced concrete aquatic structures
  • Large‑scale water attraction infrastructure
  • Commercial‑grade filtration and treatment systems
  • Design coordination with architects and consultants
  • Regulatory compliance and code delivery
07 · Sectors & Capacity

Who we build for.

A B2B specialist. We deliver for developers, builders, resort operators, community developers and government procurers — nationally, under project‑specific engagement.

01

Resort & hotel aquatic complexes

Feature pools, lagoons, hydrotherapy, aquatic entertainment.

02

Theme park & water attraction

Wave pools, lazy rivers, splash parks, custom water attractions.

03

Master‑planned community amenity

Architect‑led community aquatic centres and clubhouse amenity integration.

04

Holiday park expansion & refurbishment

Aquatic play, family water features, capacity expansion for existing sites.

05

Learn‑to‑swim & community facilities

Purpose‑built commercial swim schools and community aquatic centres.

06

Government & civic infrastructure

Public aquatic centres, community pools, code‑compliant civic delivery.

08 · Contact

Let's build.


For tender responses, capability discussions and project enquiries — contact us directly. Specialist commercial aquatic infrastructure, delivered nationally.

Direct
Chris PettigrewManaging Director
Phone
+61 417 538 555
Email
[email protected]
Office
PO Box 693Noosa Heads QLD 4567