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Media release
The program helps reduce barriers for low-income families by providing eligible children aged five to 18 with free access to participating regional public swimming pools for up to three months.
Delivered in partnership with participating local governments, the program gives children the opportunity to stay active, build water awareness and connect with their local community over the summer months.
The program was successfully delivered across 41 local governments and 47 public swimming pools during the 2026 season, supporting approximately 800 children to access swimming and recreation opportunities within their local community.
The subsidy is available in addition to the existing KidSport Voucher Program, which supports eligible children from families who hold a valid health care or pensioner concession card, to participate in community sport.
If a family does not hold a concession card, they may be eligible to apply for special consideration.
Find out more about the KidSport Regional Pools Program
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