Orange Aquatic Centre's president defends old, slippery starting blocks as meeting safety standards despite complaints.

An Orange swimming club president has dismissed claims that the outdoor starting blocks at the Orange Aquatic Centre are in poor condition, despite losing its Occupational Health and Safety standards. The community pool facility was in the spotlight due to the recent 2024 Swimming NSW Country Championships event. The Orange Aquatic Club president stated that the blocks do not hold an OH&S issue and that the club would love to have new ones eventually, although they understand the expensive nature of the replacement.

January 28, 2024
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