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“Flat out of dough” The building of the first John Houston Memorial Swimming Pool.
“Flat out of dough”
As construction on a new pool continues, Krista Schade delves into the past, reviving the coverage of the completion of Hay’s first swimming pool.
John Houston, described as the ‘all time president’ led local fundraising efforts.
Debt free pool - $8m Hay Pool replacement project fully funded
The replacement pool and facilities at the John Houston Memorial Swimming Pool will be constructed free of debt to Council and at minimal cost to ratepayers.
The $8.067 million project received a further boost of $4.191 million last week following Council’s successful funding application under Round 2 of the Growing Regions Program.
Pool replacement another step closer - John Houston Memorial pool in Hay is due a revamp
A suggestion by Cr Lionel Garner to again patch up Hay swimming pool rather than replacing the three pools was quickly dismissed by Council.
“We can’t do it,” General Manager David Webb said.
“The pool cannot be patched up any more. It leaks and is ready for a catastrophic failure any time.
Three million splash for pool
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said nearly $3 million has been awarded to Hay Shire Council to provide a more modern, inclusive and accessible swimming pool for the entire region to enjoy.