Concerns for Canberra's Public Pools Amid Closures and Redevelopments
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Canberra's public pools face closures and redevelopments, including Phillip Pool's replacement and Big Splash's summer closure, raising concerns about lost access to swimming lessons and health benefits for youth.
Concerns are rising about the future of Canberra's public pools as several facilities face closures and redevelopments. Phillip Pool is set to be replaced by a residential building, and Big Splash will not open for the summer due to repair costs. The Friends of Manuka Pool group warns that Canberra's youth will lose access to swimming lessons, recreation, and health benefits if the city's pools continue to disappear.
