PHOTO: Two community pools in Warrumbungle Shire, including this one in Coonabarabran, have received funding for upgrades.
As we shiver through winter, thoughts of dipping into a swimming pool are probably not uppermost in people’s minds.
But come summer Warrumbungle Shire will have prepared for the region’s aquatic needs, with two local swimming facilities facing redevelopment and upgrades as part of a plan to bring their pools up to community expectations.
“The redevelopment of Coonabarabran Swimming Pool represents a significant investment in our community’s recreational infrastructure,” Warrumbungle Shire Mayor, Ambrose Doolan said. “Council committed to ensuring that this project meets the current and future needs of our residents, enhancing accessibility, safety, and enjoyment for all.”
Currently the pool features a solar-heated 33m x 7 lane pool, a toddler pool, and essential amenities, but council has recognised the need for modernisation and improved accessibility, and so established the Coonabarabran Swimming Pool Advisory Committee…