Canberras public swimming pools face potential shortage, causing concern among residents and sporting groups. Several facilities are closing, downsizing, or struggling with maintenance costs. The popular Big Splash water park wont open this summer due to repairs, and plans to replace Phillip Pool with a smaller one are underway. Community members and sporting groups, like the Canberra underwater rugby team, fear this will lead to a crisis in water safety, community connection, and social well-being.
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