The John Houston Memorial Pool remains on track to re-open on budget by mid-December.
Work is progressing well with the redevelopment of the pool, with all piers completed for the 50m pool and earthworks and piering currently underway for the Learn to Swim and toddler’s pool.
As per Council’s redevelopment plan, a cutting-edge AI system comprising 17 cameras will help lifeguards keep everyone safe.
Materials have also arrived for the Yarning Circle and Council has ordered the half basketball court.
The new pool will include a heating system to extend the swimming season to six months, from October to April. This will heat the 50-metre pool to 27 degrees and the Learn to Swim pool to 30 degrees.
Mayor Carol Oataway said Council still holds community-raised funds which will go towards a heating system in the new pool complex.
“These funds were raised over several decades by a hard-working Heated Pool Committee,” Cr Oataway said.
“If any member of the community would like to make a contribution to these dedicated funds, please contact Council.
“Council remains committed to keeping the pool free to enter, just as John Houston envisioned – a safe, accessible and welcoming place for every child and family in our town.”
This article appeared in The Riverine Grazier, 2 July 2025.
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