Fitzroy, Coburg, Whittlesea Funfields: Best outdoor pools in the north
From swimming laps in Fitzroy to jumping over waves at Funfields in Whittlesea, check out our list of some of the best outdoor pools to enjoy in the north when Melbourne finally comes out of lockdown.
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We may be able to dive back into outdoor pools soon, as Melbourne’s coronavirus restrictions ease.
Outdoor pools are set to open for exercise subject to density rules, based on size of the pool, from September 28.
There will be a limit on the number of people who can be in the pool at any one time and how many people can be in the same lanes. Change rooms will remain closed.
With warmer days ahead, check out our list of some of the best outdoor pools in the north.
FITZROY SWIMMING POOL
160 Alexandra Parade, Fitzroy
The 50m pool is described as “a favourite summer playground for all Melburnians” by operators Yarra City Council.
According to the council back in the 1990s, community activism saved the pool from closure. The pool’s Aqua Profonda sign is heritage listed.
FUNFIELDS THEMEPARK
2365 Plenty Rd, Whittlesea
Funfields is home to Victoria’s first outdoor heated wave pool.
Volcano Beach is one of the largest wave pools of its kind in the world, with 1.5 million litres of water and waves up to 1m high.
COBURG OLYMPIC SWIMMING POOL
50 Murray Road, Coburg North
Locals love to jump into the Coburg pool on a hot summer’s day. Open from December 1 to March 31, the centre has a 50m outdoor pool, learner’s pool and shaded toddler’s pool, as well as a diving pool with a 1m diving board, barbecue and picnic facilities.
WHITTLESEA SWIM CENTRE
50 Walnut St, Whittlesea
The outdoor pool complex, open from November 1 to March 31, caters for people of all ages and abilities. Its 25m main pool has six lap lanes and a public area. The pool also plays host to a popular annual pooch pool party at the end of every swimming season.
BRUNSWICK BATHS
14 Dawson Street, Brunswick
Built in 1913, and normally open all-year-round, the centre has a 50m heated outdoor pool perfect for lap swimmers.
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