The Shire of Collie is pleased to advise that preparations for the reopening of the Collie Mineworkers Memorial Swimming Pool are nearing completion, following a comprehensive program of safety reviews, regulatory assessments, and improvement works.
Since the chlorine gas incident in March 2025, the Shire has worked closely with state government agencies, insurers, and independent safety assessors to ensure that the facility fully complies with all relevant legislation and standards, and that the community can have complete confidence in the safety of the pool and its operations.
The work undertaken has included detailed inspections by the Department of Health and the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (Dangerous Goods Division), the updating of all operational procedures and risk assessments, staff training, equipment servicing, and remedial works to pool infrastructure. The Shire has also undertaken a full review to confirm compliance with the Code of Practice for the Design, Construction, Operation, Management and Maintenance of Aquatic Facilities.
With these processes nearing finalisation, the Shire is optimistic that the facility will reopen in the near future. A confirmed opening date will be announced as soon as all approvals are in place.
To recognise the early closure of the pool last season and the delayed start to this season, Council has resolved to offer a discount on 2025/26 season passes, based on the number of days the pool has been unavailable to the public for the 2024/25 season and the 2025/26 season. Any 2024/25 pre-purchased books of single entry tickets will also be honoured during the 2025/26 pool season.
In addition, the Shire will host a Free Community Open Weekend to celebrate the reopening and to thank the community for its continued patience and understanding during the closure period.
The Shire of Collie remains committed to the safety and wellbeing of the community and looks forward to welcoming residents and visitors back to the Collie Mineworkers Memorial Swimming Pool very soon.
For updates and the official reopening announcement, visit www.collie.wa.gov.au or follow the Shire’s social media channels.