Council chief executive Declan Moore said because of the easing of restrictions starting September 17, pools in the region would allow locals to move towards normality with some safety precautions in place.
“Opening outdoor pools early will provide an opportunity for local residents, swim clubs and visitors to enjoy aquatic exercise,” Mr Moore said.
Rochester and Kyabram pools will be the first to open, on Friday, October 23, as they are the largest pools with the highest usage.
Lockington and Stanhope pools will open on Friday, November 6, followed by Colbinabbin, Rushworth and Tongala on Friday, November 20.
Restrictions will be in place in line with state government requirements and the council’s COVID-Safe plan.
These include:
● Exercise only
● Toilets and change rooms can open
● Maximum of 50 participants for each pool, with no gathering on the pool deck or grounds surrounding the pool
● Physical distancing of 1.5m when out of the water
● Face masks must be worn by staff at all times and patrons when not participating in exercise
● Practising of good hygiene, with high touch areas cleaned regularly
● Entry cards for users
● Staff restricted to single venues (not working across multiple sites)
● Walk-in patrons permitted, booked spaces are not required
“A three-phase approach to the early opening of council’s outdoor pools will allow for the preparation of pools and staffing ahead of time,” Mr Moore said.
“Staff are now busy preparing the pools and grounds for the early opening.”
All outdoor pools will operate on the existing opening hours, and the minimum temperature requirements for opening remain in place.
For more information on the council’s outdoor pool venues, times and admission costs, visit the Campaspe Aquatics website at campaspeaquatics.com.au
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