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Two popular swimming facilities are re-opening to the public, with the Bluewater Lagoon set to re-open on Saturday, September 17. The Memorial Pool opened earlier this week on Monday, September 5.
Due to staff shortages, the Memorial Pool will temporarily operate with reduced hours until more staff can be recruited and trained.
This means the facility will be open from 5.30am to 12.30pm on weekdays, and 8am to 12.30pm on weekends.
Meanwhile, Lifeguarding Services Australia Pty Ltd has been announced as the successful applicant of the tender to operate and manage the Bluewater Lagoon over the next two years.
Mayor Greg Williamson said council was pleased to secure a new operator in time for the September school holidays.
“Council is facing the same challenges as the rest of the country when it comes to staffing and resources,” Mayor Williamson said.
“As a result, the process of awarding the contract has taken longer than expected, and we are unable to reopen the facility on September 1 as initially planned,” he said.
“The Bluewater Lagoon is an important community asset and we need to ensure that it is run professionally, and that the successful applicant can provide the highest standard of safety to the public.
“Lifeguarding Services Australia Pty Ltd has plenty of experience when it comes to ensuring the safety of swimmers, and we are confident they will do a great job managing this facility.”
Winter maintenance work was completed during the annual shutdown to ensure the facility is in good working order for residents visiting the lagoon over the summer period.
The Bluewater Lagoon’s operating hours will be 9am to 5.45pm daily when it reopens on September 17.
Residents are advised that all of council’s aquatic facilities are currently experiencing staffing shortages.
Council is encouraging residents who are interested in a new, exciting and rewarding career to consider completing a lifeguard course.
Reef Training will be running lifeguard courses at the Mackay Aquatic and Recreation Complex on September 24-25 and October 15-16 from 9am to 4pm each day.
To register your interest, contact Reef Training on 0403 956 753 or email
reef-training@outlook.com.
Bluewater Lagoon will reopen to the public on September 17
Memorial Swim Centre
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