NO SWIMMING POOL IN YOUR BACKYARD? NO PROBLEM. THERE ARE PLENTY OF PUBLIC POOLS IN THE REGION TO HELP YOU COOL OFF ON A SCORCHING SUMMER’S DAY.
Echuca War Memorial Aquatic Centre
The Echuca Aquatic Centre is a great choice for those who want to escape the heat.
The indoor centre has an eight-lane, 50-metre heated swimming pool, a toddler pool and a baby area with a shallow beach entry and water jets spraying into the pool.
On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays during school holidays, between 2pm and 4pm, the centre will house an inflatable obstacle course that includes a water slide to keep the kids entertained for a couple of hours.
Where: Corner of High and Service Sts, Echuca.
Kyabram and Rochester outdoor pools
Both the Kyabram and Rochester facilities offer outdoor pools to soak in during Australia’s stunning summer.
They both also have water play activities, making sure the younger children are being kept well and truly entertained.
The outdoor pools offer $0 entry inside operation hours, making it the most affordable option for families during the holidays.
Where: Union St, Kyabram and 28 Ramsay St, Rochester.
Mathoura Swimming Pool
Perfect for a hot summer’s day, the Mathoura Swimming Pool has a four-lane, 33-metre outdoor pool, with an adjacent lawn area and toddlers’ pool.
It’s the perfect place to relax on a hot summer’s day, with the outdoor pool perfect for those looking to cool off.
The facilities are completely supervised, giving parents peace-of-mind when their children are running around and making the most of the pools.
Where: 28 Mathoura St, Mathoura, NSW.
Merrigum Swimming Pool
Looking for the perfect spot to take the family on that hot summer’s day? Merrigum is the answer.
Over the summer holidays, plenty of fun activities are planned, including pool parties and barbecues, guaranteeing the kids will have a fun time no matter what.
The facility includes something for all ages, with a large outdoor leisure pool, a shaded toddlers’ pool and a splash park.
Where: Morrissey St, Merrigum.