We're considering the trial of a $2 pool entry fee for the 2025-26 summer season

We want your feedback on a proposal to trial reduced entry fees of $2 per person at all City of Newcastle (CN) owned pools (Lambton, Mayfield, Beresfield, Wallsend and Stockton).

Without this change, regular pool entry fees will be similar to current season fees (e.g. for a single admission adult $6 at Lambton, $5.70 at Mayfield, Stockton and Wallsend, and $3.15 at Beresfield Pool). *Prices are subject to Consumer Price Index increases.

Because the operator of our pools retains pool entry income to support the operation of the pools' services, any difference between standard entry fees and $2 would be covered by City of Newcastle. This cost will be considered by Council alongside the draft 2025/26 Budget (which is currently on public exhibition).

To support our decision about this trial, we want to hear your views.

Have your say

Do you support the trial for reduced pool entry fees? Your feedback about the trial will help us to make an informed decision.

It is important to note that in making a decision, Council needs to balance affordable access of our pools with financial sustainability and operations, and other relevant social and community impacts.

Have your say by completing the survey below.

Feedback is open until 5pm 29 May 2025.