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never replace the ocean, what is proposed is a high quality sports and community hub as well as a place to learn and hone your skills. The only Wavegardens in the southern hemisphere are in Melbourne and Brazil. The others are in Switzerland, England and South Korea. Aventuur is also doing one in Perth.

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The consenting for the Dairy Flat Wavegarden could take the rest of this year, and a best guess is that the complex could open in late 2026. There will be engagement with the community on the proposal but the company cannot say when that will happen, at this point.