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Moe and Yallourn North outdoor pools opened from 26 November 2022

Latrobe City's outdoor pools open next weekend, Saturday 26 November for the community to enjoy ahead of the summer season.

By news@gippsland - 15th November 2022 - Back to News

Latrobe City Council operates the much-loved pools at Moe and Yallourn North, which will remain open right through summer until 13 March 2023.
Once again, the community will be able to access free general entry to the Yallourn North Outdoor Pool during the 2022/23 outdoor pool season. Both pools are equipped with ample grassed and shaded areas, barbecues, change facilities and children's areas, making it the perfect place to spend a hot summer afternoon.

Moe and Yallourn North outdoor pools operating hours may be affected by carnival, school bookings, storms, lightning and insufficient light and forecast issued by the Bureau of Meteorology

Opportunity to connect and enjoy

Latrobe City Council Mayor, Cr Kellie O'Callaghan said, "Time spent at outdoor pools over summer is a cherished tradition for many families and individuals in Latrobe City. Many childhood memories are made at the local outdoor pool over the summer break, with families and friends enjoying an opportunity to connect and enjoy one another's company while seeking some cool relief on a warm summer day."

"Our outdoor pools offer a safe and welcoming place for our younger community members to gain confidence in the water and develop a lifelong love of swimming, right in our backyard." Mayor O'Callaghan said.

Outdoor pools operating hours

The opening hours of the Moe and Yallourn North pools are subject to the following temperature requirements, decisions are based on Bureau of Meteorology forecast for Moe issued at 6pm the day prior:

On days forecast 36 degrees or above all outdoor pools are open from 10am to 7pm
On days forecast 30 degrees or above all outdoor pools are open from 12 noon to 7pm
On days forecast 25 degrees or above all outdoor pools are open from 2pm to 7pm
On days forecast 24.9 degrees or below all outdoor pools are closed

The 25m outdoor geothermally heated pool at the Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre in Traralgon is also open: