High and dry: the suburbs of Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane where it's hard to find a pool

By The Guardian   |   1 year ago
High and dry: the suburbs of Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane where it's hard to find a pool

Access to public pools varies significantly, with affluent areas having fewer residents per pool than suburbs farther from the coast. Lack of access can limit swimming opportunities, impacting water safety and drowning prevention. Unequal distribution of pools across regions and states highlights the need for improved accessibility to aquatic facilities for all communities.

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