As spring morphs into summer, Moreton Bay City Council is expecting its pool season to set another record for visits.
Council says new data shows 1.578 million visits to local pools in the 2024-25 financial year, an increase of 11.28% in two years.
Pools at Albany Creek, Burpengary, North Lakes, Ferny Hills, Lawnton and Settlement Cove (Redcliffe) each had more than 130,000 visits during the last financial year.
And patronage is expected to hit an all-time high with 240 new residents moving into the Bay each week, says council.
Mayor Peter Flannery says these facilities “are rapidly growing in popularity with patronage increasing by more than 160,000 in the past two years alone”.
“Lawnton Swimming Complex had one of the biggest jumps in attendance figures, a reflection of the growing number of young families moving to the area and increased participation in learn-to-swim programs.”
The Settlement Cove Lagoon at Redcliffe also attracted nearly 150,000 visits last financial year.
MORETON BAY POOLS
Flannery wants residents to make full use of their pools this season.
“Swimming is not only beneficial for physical and mental wellbeing but a fun and affordable activity,” he says.
“It’s also a vital skill for staying safe around water, and there are learn-to-swim programs available at our pool facilities.
“We encourage residents to explore our pools make swimming a part of a healthy and active lifestyle over the warmer months.”
Facilities include Olympic-sized lap lanes, water slides, shallow play areas for toddlers, aqua aerobics and swimming lessons.
Moreton Bay City Council operates pools and leisure centres at Albany Creek, Bribie Island, Burpengary, Caboolture, Dayboro, Deception Bay, Ferny Hills, Lawnton, Murrumba Downs, North Lakes, Redcliffe (two), Samford and Woodford.
Council’s pool season officially kicked off on September 1 with longer opening hours in force until April 30, 2026.
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