Residents in the Moyne Shire have come in big numbers to have their say about the future of swimming pools in the municipality.
Council has reported more than 730 people sent back responses to its call for community feedback on its aquatic facilities strategy.
This feedback will help inform council as it now prepares to create a draft strategy, which should be out for more public comment by May.
The final strategy will be considered at the June 2026 Ordinary Council Meeting.
Consultants LARCAN will now analysis the feedback provided and will prepare a report for council.
Swimming pools have become a hot topic in Moyne after the closure of Belfast Aquatics in Port Fairy late last year.
Moyne Shire Council mayor Cr Jordan Lockett said council was grateful to receive so much feedback.
“Our consultants LARCAN are analysing the surveys and reviewing existing provision and service delivery of aquatic facilities in Moyne,” Cr Lockett said.
“LARCAN will provide analysis of community needs and demand, facility feasibility, and an assessment of benefits to the community.
“We’re keen to see their recommendations on strategic directions for our pools, and how they may be implemented.
“The strategy will include short, medium and long-term priorities, estimated costs, and suggested timing and sequencing for delivery of the strategy.”
