Make a splash in summer

CARDINIA residents can cool off in four shire pools this summer.
A range of aquatic programs and activities are available for residents of all ages at the three outdoor pools and a water play area is provided at Emerald Park Lake.
Mayor Graeme Legge is encouraging residents to take advantage of the affordable healthy activity of swimming at one of the outdoor pools.
“There are a variety of activities from swim lessons; lap swimming and water play available at the pools,” Cr Legge said.
“The pools provide a great way to cool off during the summer heat and are an inexpensive alternative to family entertainment.”
For more details on opening times and activities, contact the pools directly: Pakenham 5940 0634, Garfield 5629 2780, Kooweerup 5997 1372 and Emerald Park Lake 1300 131 683.
Pools (excluding Koow-eerup) will open when the forecast temperature is 22 degrees Celsius and above. With gas heating, the Kooweerup pool can open in cooler weather.
Pools may stay open into the evening when weather permits, however pools will close if heavy rain and lightning conditions are forecast.
All pools will be closed on Christmas day.
For details contact Cardinia Shire on 1300 787 624 or visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au.