Splash into summer across council pools

Dec 7, 2021

Ready to go: Lifeguards at the Seymour War Memorial Swimming Pool.

It’s time to dust off the togs and dive into some free fun after Mitchell Shire’s outdoor pools opened on Saturday, December 4.

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Whether you’re planning to brush up on your butterfly in a 50m pool or just want a relaxing place to catch up with friends and family, Mitchell Leisure Services has you covered.

The Broadford Outdoor Pool, Seymour War Memorial Outdoor Pool, Tallarook Outdoor Pool and the Community Bank Adventure Playground Splash Park at Hadfield Park in Wallan opened on December 4.

Meanwhile aquatic facilities in Avenel, Euroa, Violet Town and Nagambie will be open from noon to 6pm on weekdays until December 17, and from noon to 7pm on weekends.

From December 18 until the end of January those hours will extend to noon to 8pm daily, with pools open on days forecast to be 22°C or above, except for Christmas Day.

In the Mitchell Shire Council area, outdoor pools will open every day when the air temperature forecast by the Bureau of Meteorology reaches 26°C or more.

Once open, operating hours may vary in response to temperature and patronage and the pools may be closed for safety reasons, including dangerous weather conditions, sometimes at short notice.

All guests older than 12 years and two months will be required to show proof of double COVID-19 vaccination to enter the pools.

Lifeguards will be ready to help keep everyone safe, but it is the responsibility of parents and guardians to provide direct supervision for children.

All children under the age of 10 must be actively supervised by a responsible adult as part of the council’s Watch Around Water policy.

Children under five must be within arm’s reach of a supervising adult at all times.

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 Mitchell Shire Council’s pools, user group hire fees, special event entry fees and entry fees to the indoor aquatic facilities will still apply.

For more information including a full list of normal opening times, visit www.mitchellshire.vic.gov.au/outdoor-pools and for other updates throughout the season visit the Mitchell Shire Leisure Services Facebook page.