Looking back on a busy outdoor swimming pool season

Published on 15 March 2021

Gannawarra Shire Council’s outdoor pools at Cohuna and Kerang continue to be a popular place to keep cool during the warmer months.

Yesterday marked the end of the 2020/2021 season, which saw close to 30 events and more than 70 school bookings occur across both venues since the season began on 16 November 2020.

“Whether it was the Morning Swim Program, inflatable fun sessions or the hosting of VicSwim lessons, the Cohuna and Kerang swimming pools continue to be popular facilities for both residents and visitors,” Council Chief Executive Officer, Tom O’Reilly said.

“A dedicated team of lifeguards worked a combined total of close to 5,000 hours to ensure both facilities were open during the 118-day season, with the Outdoor Pool Weather Policy implemented four times during the season on days when the maximum temperature was 23 degrees Celsius or below.”

Maintenance works will occur at both facilities in the coming months in readiness for the 2021/2022 season.

“Council looks forward to welcoming residents and visitors back to the Cohuna and Kerang swimming pools when the new swimming season begins in November,” Mr O’Reilly said.

“In the meantime, residents wanting to keep active in the water during this time are encouraged to utilise the Kerang Exercise Pool, located in Patchell Plaza. This facility is open five days of week and is an ideal location for swimming lessons, water aerobics or hydrotherapy.”

For more information regarding swimming pools located within the Gannawarra, please visit www.gsc.vic.gov.au/pools