First Basin Swimming Pool opens ahead of summer

Published on 03 November 2023

The Cataract Gorge's popular First Basin Swimming Pool has opened to the public today, with the Lilydale Swimming Pool set to open on Friday, December 1.

Lifeguards from the City of Launceston Leisure & Aquatic Centre will supervise the First Basin Swimming Pool from December 1, between 11am and 4pm each day.

Lifeguards will also supervise the Lilydale Swimming Pool from December 1, between 3pm and 6pm on weekdays, and between 2pm and 6pm on weekends and public holidays.

Launceston Mayor Matthew Garwood encouraged residents and visitors to take advantage of the pools to cool off this summer.

"There are plenty of options to cool off this summer, whether it's at the City of Launceston Leisure & Aquatic Centre, the First Basin Swimming Pool or the Lilydale Swimming Pool," Mayor Garwood said.

"The First Basin and Lilydale Swimming Pools are fantastic free options for swimming, providing a safe aquatic environment which people of all ages can utilise for leisure, recreation, and fitness.

"No matter where you're swimming it's important to be conscious of your safety and the safety of those around you.

"Remember to keep children six years and under within reach, and actively supervise children under eleven at all times.

"Please follow any directions from our lifeguards and be considerate of others. 

"We hope the Launceston community makes the most of these great swimming facilities, and that everyone enjoys the summer weather ahead."