Public pools are disappearing in tiny towns as locals ask 'what's next'

Tiny town of Yaraka fights to save only swimming pool from demolitionCBy Crispian YeomansABC RuralTopic:SwimmingPosted Sun 26 Jul 2026 at 6:05amSun 26 Jul 2026 at 6:05amSun 26 Jul 2026 at 6:05amThe Brownlie family used the pool for swimming practice. (ABC Rural: Crispian Yeomans)In short:The tiny town of Yaraka in rural Queensland is fighting to save its community swimming pool.The council says it may not be able to afford to replace or maintain the damaged facility.What's next?Residents say the public pool is essential for safely teaching kids how to swim.abc.net.au/news/yaraka-fights-to-save-swimming-pool-from-demolition/106952942Link copiedShareShare articleSamantha Brownlie wants her four kids to be strong swimmers, but she is not sure how she will do that without a local pool."All…

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