Day: July 1, 2023

Sydney is famous for its opera house and harbour bridge, but the city’s lesser-known natural treasures are its ocean pools. These are man-made public seawater pools situated on a surf coast so that waves wash over them. Sydney boasts more than 35 of these, which gives it the highest concentration of such pools in a city in the world.

Some of these pools are heritage-listed, and some have been around for decades. They’re a great way to enjoy the Sydney summer and can be found at beaches, parks and even some backyards. They’re perfect for swimming, relaxing and socializing with friends. They’re also a great place to exercise and stay fit.

But there’s an argument that some of these pools aren’t properly maintained. Several are at risk of being closed as a result of ageing infrastructure and declining maintenance budgets. Others are suffering from the effects of climate change and increasing visitor numbers. It’s not surprising that there are some residents who aren’t happy about the way their local pool is being treated.

This iconic pool is undergoing an urgent renovation, with the final product expected to be “a stunner”. But not everyone is happy about it, especially when it emerged that $10 million of federal funding for the project came from a grant scheme originally designed to help remove barriers for women participating in sport. The Female Facilities and Water Safety Stream was launched in March 2019 and was intended to address barriers to women’s participation in community sporting activities by funding projects for the development and improvement of female-friendly facilities, including sportsgrounds, clubs, pools and community groups.

It’s a controversial move that has put the redevelopment in jeopardy and will likely cost local council taxpayers millions. It also raises concerns about the transparency of the way the Government sources its funding for projects such as North Sydney Olympic Pool.

The redevelopment will be funded by the Australian government and the NSW state government through the Swimming and Recreational Aquatic Activities Fund. It will also be supported by the City of Sydney and other stakeholders.

If you want to build a swimming pool in your backyard, it’s important to choose a reputable Sydney pools company. A good company will help you design a pool that fits your space and needs, and they’ll also take care of the installation and maintenance. They’ll make sure that your new pool looks good and is safe for your family to use. It’ll also add value to your home. They can also advise you on the best materials to use, so that you get the most out of your swimming season. They’ll also take into account any local laws regarding swimming pools.