Gold Coast council reconsiders return of ocean pools (opens original article in a new tab)

Gold Coast council reconsiders ocean pools with a feasibility study amid community support and environmental concerns.

• Gold Coast City Council will conduct a feasibility study on reintroducing ocean pools for safer and more inclusive ocean access.
• Residents and disability advocates have pushed for ocean pools, citing benefits for swimmers, children, and people with disabilities.
• Environmental groups warn that building new pools could harm local ecosystems and suggest restoring existing structures instead.