SWELL opens doors in Palmerston for school holidays

A two-storey aquatic obstacle course is part of Palmerston’s new water park that opens today. Read what else is in store.

Children enjoy the brand new facilities at SWELL Palmerston. Picture: Charlie Bliss

Palmerston’s new Swimming, Wellness, Events, Leisure and Lifestyle precinct featuring Australia’s first two-storey aquatic course will open its doors on Sunday.

The Adventure Play course will be open throughout the school holidays and have participants harnessed in to navigate obstacles while being splashed with water.

City of Palmerston Mayor Athina Pascoe-Bell said the course was designed to provide a “thrilling experience within a secure environment.”

“We are confident that the combination of excitement and safety measures will make this a must-do attraction in Palmerston for years to come,” she said.

The pool has opened just in time for the school holidays. Picture: Charlie Bliss

Course participants must be over 122cm tall, weigh under 136kgs, with a maximum of 15 people allowed on the equipment at a time.

Centre operator Belgravia Leisure said safety was the top priority at the play space.

“Our goal is to provide a space where the community can have fun, stay active, and create lasting memories,” state manager Dan Cullen said.

“We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety in all the facilities we manage.”

While entry is free, bookings are required with 45 minute time slots available, including a 15-minute safety briefing and harnessing.

To book visit swellpalmerston.com.au/venue/active-world.