Port Fairy pool to be demolished due to 'financial madness' of repair bill
The Moyne Shire Council has voted to demolish the Port Fairy community pool due to significant structural and maintenance issues. An independent assessment revealed that over 70% of the facility's structure required extensive repairs, with costs estimated between $3.19 million and $5.92 million. The decision has sparked community outrage, as many residents had hoped for the pool's reopening after its closure in November 2025.
- ▪The Port Fairy swimming pool has been closed since November 2025 due to mould and algae issues.
- ▪An independent assessment recommended the demolition of the pool, citing severe structural deterioration.
- ▪The council's decision to demolish was unanimous, despite community protests for its reopening.
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Port Fairy swimming pool to be demolished following unanimous council voteJBy Jean BellABC South West VicTopic:SwimmingTue 26 May 2026 at 2:32pmTue 26 May 2026 at 2:32pmTue 26 May 2026 at 2:32pmBelfast Aquatics in Port Fairy has been closed after mould and algae were found in the facility. (ABC South West Victoria: Daniel Miles)In short:Moyne Shire Council has voted to demolish the Port Fairy community pool, after an independent assessment recommended it be decommissioned.The pool has been closed since November last year with community members calling for it to be reopened.What's next?Demolition works will not begin for at least a few months.abc.net.au/news/council-votes-to-demolish-port-fairy-community-pool/106717890Link copiedShareShare articleA regional Victorian town will lose its…
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