Residents and visitors will once again be able to cool off in Camden’s central swimming hub in a little over a week.
The popular Camden War Memorial Pool suffered significant damage during the floods this year, forcing Council and The Y – who operate the pool – to delay its opening for the summer season.
Once work to repair this damage was complete a reopening date could be set and Camden Council has announced that the War Memorial Pool will officially reopen on Saturday, January 7, 2023.
From that date opening hours will be extended to 6am-8pm Monday to Friday and 8am-7pm Saturday and Sunday.
At the same time, council has extended the season at the Camden War Memorial Pool to April 30, 2023.
Mayor of Camden, Cr Therese Fedeli, thanked the local community for their patience during the pool closure.
“The health and safety of our community is always council’s number one priority and we have worked hard to complete these repairs and get you back in the pool safely earlier than expected,” Cr Fedeli said.
“We know how much our community absolutely loves Camden War Memorial Pool and now is their chance to prepare for some great days swimming with their family and friends.
“Council has also extended the season through to the end of April to allow residents to make the most of the warm weather.
“I look forward to seeing our residents back at Camden War Memorial Pool.”
The work completed at the facility included:
• Repairs to the plant room roof;
• Replacement of all internal linings to the club room and awning area;
• Replacement of all timber doors to the plant and club rooms;
• Replacement of the club room kitchen;
• Repairs to the main electrical switchboard, water affected general purpose outlets (GPOs/power points), data outlets and light fittings;
• Replacement of solar heating roof lines;
• Replacement of pool heat pumps;
• Empty pools (50m and leisure) repair and refill;
• Replacement of hot water system;
• Painting of all external and internal walls, doors and ceiling;
• Repair and replace damaged mechanical and plumbing services to the plant room;
• Recommissioning of the pool and plant room.
