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Cool Down

in a Moreton

Bay Pool this

Summer

When it comes to cooling down this Summer the residents of Lawnton Swimming Complex
Moreton Bay are fortunate enough to have multiple options The main attraction at the Lawnton Swimming Complex is the
ranging from backyard pools, lakes, rivers, beaches and local 50m outdoor swimming pool. In addition, there is a 25m indoor
swimming pools and leisure centres. swimming pool, a toddler splash pool and play area.
Location: Corner Gympie and Lawnton Pocket Road, Lawnton
Here we have listed swimming pools open to the public in the
local area. Whilst there is a small cost associated with using Murrumba Downs Swimming Pools
these pools it is worth it for the hours of fun the family will have You will find a 25m outdoor-heated pool at the Murrumba Downs
splashing about and keeping cool. Swimming Pool, with part of the pool covered by shade sails.
Grassy areas surround the pool where you can enjoy a picnic.
Further details on the pools listed below and details of the Location: Corner Dohles Rocks Road and Ogg Road, Murrumba
COVID-19 safe plans each venue has in place, can be found on Downs
the Moreton Bay Regional Council Pools and Leisure Centres
webpage. https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport- North Lakes Aquatic Centre
Recreation/Pools
The North Lakes Aquatic Centre is a great little pool to cool off in,
featuring a 25m outdoor pool, an indoor heated program pool
Burpengary Regional Aquatic Leisure Centre and outdoor water play area for younger children. An onsite
Features at this northside aquatic centre include 25m and 50m kiosk serves drinks and snacks.
indoor-heated pools and an outdoor shaded leisure pool perfect Location: 9 The Corso, North Lakes
for the little ones. Onsite there is also a café, gymnasium, crèche,
playground, tennis courts, beach volleyball and a grassed Redcliffe War Memorial Pool
outdoor area with barbeques.
Location: 1 Aquatic Centre Drive, Burpengary (CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR UPGRADES)
Whilst the Redcliffe War Memorial Pool is currently closed due
Caboolture Pool and Fitness Centre to upgrade (check the website for opening details) it contains
If you are a keen swimmer you will enjoy the outdoor 50m a 50m indoor heated swimming pool, an 18m indoor program
Olympic-size heated pool at the Caboolture Pool and Fitness pool and an outdoor toddlers splash pool.
Centre. Additionally there is an indoor heated program pool Location: 50 Sydney Street, Redcliffe
and an outdoor children’s wading pool, which is shaded. Other
facilities include a basketball half-court, barbeques and a gym. Other Brisbane Pools
Location: 198 King Street, Caboolture Travelling a little further outside the Moreton Bay region, why
not pay a visit to these other great northside pools:
Deception Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre
Outdoor pool fun can be had in the 50m Olympic size pool at • Chermside Pool, Chermside
•
The Emily Seebohm Aquatic Centre, Fitzgibbon
the Deception Bay Aquatic Centre, whilst the smaller children • Sandgate Aquatic Centre, Sandgate
are catered for with a covered lesson pool, a toddler’s pool and a • Newmarket Olympic Swimming Pool, Newmarket
zero-depth splash pad.
Location: 100 Maine Terrace, Deception Bay
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