If the hot summer days have taken their toll and you're keen for a dip to cool down, you'll have no trouble finding a place to have a swim in Hinchinbrook.
Head to any one of our three main beaches - Forrest Beach, Taylors Beach or Lucinda for a paddle in the salt water, perhaps followed by a sunset barbeque on the foreshore. All beaches have excellent facilities and are popular with the locals, especially during our summer season. One thing to be mindful of though - 'stingers' (jellyfish) frequent the Hinchinbrook waters during the warmer months of the year, especially from November through to March. This period of time is commonly referred to as the 'Stinger Season'. During this time, protective nets are installed at each of the three beaches to enable safe swimming. To reduce the risk of stings even further it is advisable to wear a lycra sun protection suit. People are warned that swimming outside of these nets could result in life-threatening stings. Information on the dangers of stingers, and the procedures for emergency treatment in the event of a jellyfish sting are in prominent locations at all beaches.
If fresh water is more your scene, there are many swimming holes in the Hinchinbrook region in which to cool down. Some of the more popular locations include Wallaman Falls, Broadwater State Forest, Jourama Falls, Crystal Creek (Paluma), Five Mile Swimming Hole, and Zoe Bay and Mulligan Bay on Hinchinbrook Island. These provide for safe swimming all year round, and are all located in National Parks or State Forests, most with toilet and barbeque facilities. There are many other popular swimming holes, but a majority of these are located on private land, and prior arrangement must be made with the landowner.
For more information on swimming in the Hinchinbrook region, contact:
Tyto Wetlands Information Centre Bruce Highway Ingham Qld 4850 Tel: (07) 4776 5211 Fax: (07) 4776 3039 email:
The Hinchinbrook Shire public swimming pool located on the corner of Fraser and McIlwraith Streets, Ingham has enjoyed a major upgrade with a new heated 25m pool as well as the refurbished main pool and splash pool. Attractive lawns and BBQ facilities complete the upgrade.
Opening hours are as follows:
1ST OCTOBER TO 31ST MARCH
Monday to Thursday:
5:45am - 6:30pm
Friday:
5:45am - 5:00pm
Sat/Sun:
8:00am - 5:00pm
The Hinchinbrook Aquatic Centre
FROM 1ST APRIL TO 30TH SEPT
Monday to Thursday
6:00am - 10:am 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Friday:
6:00am - 10:am
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sat/Sun:
10:am - 4:00pm
Public Holidays:
As per weekend hours
Learn to Swim classes are conducted six days a week, and cater for all ages. Coaching is also provided for children who have advanced beyond the 'Learn to Swim' stage. Discounts are available for families of two or more children.
Aqua Aerobics - Wed and Fri at 9:00am - Tues and Thurs at 5:30pm.
Circuit Classes - Mon and Wed at 4:30pm and 5.30pm
Fitball Classes - Tues and Thurs 9:00am
Pilates Classes - Tues 6pm
Step Class - Thurs 6pm
Fully Equipped Gym open for public use same opening hours as pool.
Canteen facilities include an extensive range of togs, goggles, caps and training aids as well as hot food, confectionary, softdrinks and ice creams.
For more information on the Ingham Swimming Pool and or any of the classes, contact:
