Living in Dorset

Dorset Council provides community services based on the principles of quality, equity, value and responsiveness.

Visiting Dorset

Dorset has a unique blend of wilderness, wildlife, stunning scenery, mining heritage, secluded beaches and world class golf courses.

Contact us

  • Phone (03) 6352 6500
  • Fax (03) 6352 6509
  •  After Hours: 1300 858 824

Business community in Dorset

Dorset Council is focused on providing support to potential investors to facilitate sustainable developments large and small.

Contact us

  • Phone (03) 6352 6500
  • Fax (03) 6352 6509
  • After Hours 1300 858 824
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Swimming Pools

The Dorset region has two public swimming pools, one located in Scottsdale and the other in Branxholm, to enjoy on a hot summers day!

Scottsdale Aquatic Centre

Status: Open

(Last day for the season: TBA)

Free entry all season - Heated pools - Great atmosphere!

Opening hours - MARCH

Lap swimming

General public

Monday

3:00pm - 6:00pm

Tuesday

5:30am - 8:00am

1:00pm - 6:00pm

Wednesday

3:00pm- 6:00pm

Thursday

5:30am - 8:00am

1:00pm - 6:00pm

Friday

3:00pm - 6:00pm

Saturday

11:00am - 6:00pm

Sunday

11:00am - 6:00pm

The pool may also be closed for various events throughout the year - Please check Facebook and website for details

Branxholm Swimming Pool

Status: Closed

Branxholm Pool has now closed for winter.

Note: There is also community run pools at both Winnaleah and Ringarooma.

Swim School

The Scottsdale Aquatic Centre offers Swim and Survive classes endorsed by the Royal Life Saving Society of Australia and adult only classes for 15+. The Swim and Survive program is offered to everyone aged from six months to 14 years and is a fun and dynamic swimming and water safety program that focuses on the development of swimming, personal survival, basic rescue and lifesaving skills.

Program Levels

There are three levels of the program:

  • Wonder: 6 months to 3 years
  • Courage: 4 to 5 years (Pre-school)
  • Active: 5 to 14 years (School Age)

For more information check out our information sheet.

ADULT (15+) swimming lessons will also be offered on a group basis.

To register your interest please complete the Swim and Survive Pre-Enrolment Questionnaire below.

Any additional enquiries please contact 6352 6500 or email manager@scottsdaleaquaticcentre.com.au

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Aqua Aerobics

The Scottsdale Aquatic Centre offers Aqua Aerobics Programs throughout the season.

Pools closed? Check out Dorset Playgrounds and/or Dorset Tracks and Trails for things to do through winter.

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Main pool website
Scottsdale aquatic centre water park website