Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre Reopening Pool Party
Join us as we celebrate the grand reopening of the newly upgraded 25-metre pool!
We’re thrilled to announce that Olympic swimmer Jake Packard will be making a special appearance!
- Free entry between 4pm - 6pm
- Meet Australian Olympic swimmer Jake Packard
- Free sausage sizzle
- Swim club member races – Cheer on our local swimmers as they show off their skills.
- Meet the swim clubs – Learn how you and your family can get involved with local swim clubs.
When: Monday, 14 October
Time: 4pm – 6pm
Where: Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre
This event is open to everyone, so bring your family, friends, and neighbours! Let’s make a splash together.
Please note: The lagoon pool will remain closed as we continue with the next phase of exciting upgrades.
This is a fantastic opportunity to meet one of Australia’s swimming champions.
Jake's career highlights include swimming at the Rio Olympic Games – he won bronze in the 4 x 100m Medley Relay – and getting his first international medal in the 100m breaststroke at the 2018 Pan-Pacific Championships in Japan. Jake was also part of the 4x100m medley relay team that won gold and set a new Games Record at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
Jake is currently studying animal ecology and was named UniSC's Sportsperson of the Year in 2018.
Come along for a chance to:
• Meet Jake in person
• Get photos with him and his medals
• Grab an autograph
• Swimmers will have the opportunity to get in the water with Jake as well!
