Hobart pool reopens after three years and $6.5m rebuild
Glenorchy War Memorial pool in Hobart reopened Saturday after three years and $6.5 million in repairs.
Built in the 1960s, Glenorchy War Memorial pool honors World War II service members. The pool shut in 2023 after inspectors found problems in the pool shell.
The concrete grandstand had structural issues. The electrical switchboard was outdated.
The community worked to keep it open instead of accepting permanent closure. After three years of repairs, the pool opened in time for summer.
A celebration brought hundreds of locals. Olympic bronze medallist and Tasmanian swimmer Max Giuliani raced volunteers and spectators.
Glenorchy Mayor Sue Hickey said the council will try to get funding for a new $84 million aquatic centre. This would replace the aging pool.
- 1960s
- Built
- 2023
- Closed
- 6.5 million dollars
- Repair cost
- 84 million dollars
- Proposed aquatic centre cost
Why it mattersPublic pools are important for community sport and recreation. Locals saved this one from closure through hard work. This effort shows how much communities value these pools for families and training.
AustraliaHobart residents now have their pool back for summer. The council is still hunting for funding to build a modern aquatic centre, which would cost $84 million.
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