More people will be able to enjoy a dip in the artesian water at Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre, with the reopening of the outdoor hot pools this week.
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The two outdoor artesian pools reopened to the public on Monday, after being closed for re-tiling and during COVID-19 restrictions.
Prior to Monday, only the indoor artesian pool in the wellness centre was open to 20 people at a time, with a booking system in place.
Now, up to 40 people can swim in the outdoor hot pools at any one time, with no bookings required.
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Entry to the outdoor pools is $8, with MAAC members now able to opt back into their memberships.
People still have the option of booking a session in the wellness retreat at a cost of $10. Walk-ins are welcome, however MAAC CEO Emma Brazel encourages people to book online.
She said locals are happy to see the reopening of the outdoor pools, with a number of people resuming their memberships already.
"That's been well-received," she said.
"Although we've still got limited hours to see how we go in the short term. We'll review that into the future."
The MAAC, which is a COVID Safe business, is currently open from 6am to 11am and 3pm to 7pm Monday to Friday, and from 2pm to 6pm on Saturdays and Sundays.
The gym remains open under strict COVID-19 guidelines, with people asked to bring their own towel and wipe down equipment before and after use.
"We're working within the guidelines and doing the best we can," Mrs Brazel said.
A casual gym visit is currently $5, however memberships are also available.
Mrs Brazel said gym classes will return in the near future.
People are encouraged to keep their eyes out on the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre Facebook page for an update on the return of classes.
