Family fun: Outdoor pools in Mitchell Shire are ready to open just in time for summer. Photo: Mitchell Shire Council
It’s time to dust off the togs and dive into the outdoor pools of Mitchell Shire.
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The Broadford Outdoor Pool, Seymour War Memorial Outdoor Pool and the Tallarook Outdoor Pool season begins on Saturday, December 2, while the Community Bank Adventure Splash Park in Wallan opened on Friday, November 10.
Last year, the Seymour pool was closed for the season due to damage caused by the October 2022 floods.
Mitchell Shire Mayor Louise Bannister said it was disappointing to have to close the Seymour facility because she knew the importance of outdoor pools in the community.
“It’s been a massive effort by council staff and contractors to get the pool ready for this season,” she said.
“While there are still some works to be done, I’m pleased to see this important community asset back open.”
Work is taking place in two stages, starting with the removal of flood-damaged materials, installation of new doors and door frames, a new ceiling in the multi-purpose room, a new hot water service and electrical and plumbing works.
Stage two will begin in April 2024 after the conclusion of the pool season.
Slide into summer: A new slide was installed in the Tallarook Outdoor Pool after the old one was decommissioned. Photo: Mitchell Shire Council
In Tallarook, council has installed a new pool slide after the old one was decommissioned during the 2021-22 season because of safety concerns.
Council consulted the community about the use and design of the new slide in early 2022, with valuable input received that was reflected in the final design.
“I’m also glad to see the slide at the Tallarook pool is back in action,” Cr Bannister said.
“I know it is going to see plenty of use when the pool opens.”
All children under 10 must be actively supervised at pools by a responsible adult, as part of council’s Watch Around Water policy.
Unsupervised children of any age will be removed from the water if the lifeguard is concerned for their safety.
While entry is free for casual use of council’s outdoor pools, user group hire fees, special event entry fees and entry fees to the indoor aquatic facilities will still apply.
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