The City of Sydney takes great pride in offering our communities six outstanding aquatic centres, each situated in scenic settings with 50-metre pools for recreational purposes that promote healthy lifestyles and wellbeing.
Swimming pools can add tremendous value to any property and significantly boost its market value, but the cost can often be prohibitive for many homeowners. Luckily, there are ways you can reduce costs without compromising quality or durability: fiberglass pools offer significant cost-cutting potential while prefabricated models may reduce maintenance expenses as well.
A fiberglass pool is constructed of durable plastic that resists corrosion. This economical alternative to concrete pools allows homeowners to take full advantage of using their pool for multifunctional purposes, and can also be designed with more creative features and designs.
As opposed to concrete pools, fiberglass requires less maintenance due to being nonporous and not trapping dirt and algae like concrete does. Furthermore, fiberglass pools can be easily brushed clean without altering pH levels as much.
Concrete pools remain popular choices, however fiberglass has recently become more and more prevalent as an option for new pool constructions due to being cheaper to install and require less maintenance than their concrete counterparts. It should be remembered, however, that fiberglass may be less long-lasting and may need replacement more frequently than concrete pools.
MacCallum Pool on Cremorne Point stands out as an amazing attraction of Sydney, boasting stunning views of both Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Conceived by residents in 1929 as a safe harbour swimming hole, this artificial rock pool with filtered harbor water makes an excellent destination for both swimming and sunbathing in its sheltered waters and peaceful forested surroundings. You can reach it by following Cabbage Tree Bay Eco Sculpture Walk which connects Manly to Shelly beaches.
Bondi Icebergs is another iconic Sydney pool, renowned for its breathtaking ocean views and rich swimming history. Established by Henry Alexander Wylie (an accomplished long distance and underwater swimmer), this pool remains popular with both residents and visitors, providing some of the finest seawater in Sydney for swimming or simply lounging around! You can swim in its cold ocean water, relax on its decking, or join other regulars in endurance training!
Pool construction or installation must take place only within an established residential building or with prior authorization from the Planning Board, and must abide by all state-specific sanitary codes and laws regarding sanitary conditions.