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Aquatic centres in Australia and Canada announce seasonal openings and facility updates

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New and existing aquatic facilities are preparing for upcoming seasonal openings and expansions in Australia and Canada.

The Gilgandra Swimming Pool in New South Wales is scheduled to begin its swimming season on October 3, 2026. The facility will offer specific hours for lap swimmers and the general public throughout the October to December period. Additionally, planning is underway for the Gilgandra Recreation Centre within the Hunter Park Precinct, with construction expected to start in 2027.

In Canada, the Strathcona Gardens Aquatic Centre held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new facility. The centre, which features an eight-lane lap pool, a leisure pool, and a lazy river, is scheduled to host its first public swim on October 29, 2026. Public tours are set to begin on October 13. Future phases of the project include transforming the old pool into a fitness and wellness centre, with further expansions anticipated through 2029.

Entities

Gilgandra Swimming Pool · Strathcona Gardens Aquatic Centre · Strathcona Gardens Commission · Susan Sinnott

Sources

PHOTOS: Ribbon cut for new Strathcona Gardens Aquatic Centre, first public swim set for Oct. 29 [campbellrivermirror.com]
Gilgandra Swimming Pool To Open This Weekend | The Gilgandra Weekly | Local News covering Sport, Agricultural, Community & Business News for Gilgandra, Armatree, Collie, Gulargambone, Tooraweenah, Mendooran & Eumungerie in NSW Australia. [www.gilgandraweekly.com.au]