Swimming Pools will CLOSE:
Sunday 26 March 2023 – 8PM
Hillston and Goolgowi pools are currently OPEN. The pool season runs from November to March annually.
Swimming pools are closed on Christmas Day.
Goolgowi Swimming Pool has now moved to unsupervised operations Mon – Fri (excluding Public Holidays). In order to access the Goolgowi Pool during the unsupervised hours you will need to purchase a pool season pass. These are available from the Council Offices.
A season pass gives you access to both Council pools and half season passes (at half cost) are now available to purchase.
Hillston Operating Hours
| Day | School Term | School Holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Wednesday | 4.00pm – 7.00pm | 2.00pm – 8.00pm |
| Thursday (Swim Club) | 4.00pm – 5.30pm | Nil |
| Thursday (No Swim Club) | 4.00pm – 7.00pm | 2.00pm – 8.00pm |
| Friday | 4.00pm – 7.00pm | 2.00pm – 8.00pm |
| Saturday & Sunday | 12.30pm – 8.00pm | 12.30pm – 8.00pm |
Goolgowi Operating Hours
| Day | School Term |
|---|---|
| Monday | 6.00am – 8.00pm |
| Tuesday | 12.00pm – 8.00pm |
| Wednesday | 6.00am – 8.00pm |
| Swim Club (School Term) | 3.30pm – 5.00pm |
| Thursday | 12.00pm – 8.00pm |
| Friday | 6.00am – 8.00pm |
| Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays | 7.30am – 12.30pm
12.30pm – 8.00pm* |
*Supervised hours
Entry Fees
| Ticket Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Season Ticket – Family (inlc. child up to 18 years & full time students) | $140.00 |
| Season Ticket – Single | $70.00 |
| Entry Fee – 13 years and over | $3.50 |
| 2 – 13 years | $2.50 |
| Under 2 years | Free |
| Seniors (over 55 years) and non swimmers | $2.00 |
Entry fees can also be found in Council’s Fees and Charges guide or at the entrance to the pool.
Council operate and maintain two 25 metre swimming pools located in Goolgowi and Hillston.
Pool season generally runs annually from November to March. Please refer to the operating hours for days/times.
Please note these hours may be amended at short notice, Council will endeavour to notify pool users of amendments on Council’s Website and Facebook page where possible.
General Conditions of Entry
Toddlers’ Pools:
- If a child is using the Toddler’s pool they must be supervised by a competent adult at all times.
- No child over the age of 8 is permitted in the toddler’s pool.
Unsupervised Age of Entry:
Hillston
- Children under 10 years of age must be accompanied and supervised by a competent adult at all times.
- Children have to be 10 years and over and have the ability to swim 2×25 laps before being allowed at the pool unsupervised.
- The determination of the ability will be at the discretion of the Lifeguard.
- Alcohol is not permitted in any area of the pools and/or pool grounds.
Goolgowi
- Children under 14 years of age must be accompanied and supervised by a competent adult at all times.
- Alcohol is not permitted in any area of the pools and/or pool grounds.
Glass in any form is not permitted in any area of any pool.
Swim Club
Both town pools regularly host a local swim club. Swim club is only held during School term. On Swim club days pool access will be limited as below:
- Hillston Swim Club, is held on Thursday from 5.30pm onwards. There is no access to the general public during this time.
- Hillston Swim Club – Squad is held on Tuesday from 4.00pm. Two lanes will be closed during this time for swim club use.
- Goolgowi Swim Club, is held on Wednesday from 3.30pm – 5.00pm. There is no access to the general public during this time.
For Relevant Policies & Forms follow the links provided:
- Swimming Pool Application for Use
- Pool Complex Conditions of Entry
- Recording Devices in Council