Commencing in October, the project will see the 50m pool, octagonal pool, filter and plant room and entrance pavilion all upgraded.

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In 2018 a Conservation Management Plan identified $2 million in urgent works to the Maryborough Outdoor Pool were needed.

The State government announced the funding last year, as part of a building works package.

Due to the timing of the project, the outdoor pool will not be open for the 2021/22 outdoor pool season.

Central Goldfields Shire general manager community wellbeing Martin Collins understood the works would be a inconvenience and disappointment to the local community.

He said however it was exciting to see works about to begin on the heritage-listed facility.

"The timing for the works is based on expert advice, with warm weather preferable as low water table levels reduce the risk of damage to the pool shell," he said.

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"We are also required to deliver the project by mid-2022 to meet funding requirements.

"We are currently working in partnership with Maryborough Outdoor Pool management - Unified Community Sport & Leisure - to explore and create opportunities for local residents to access alternative pool facilities during the summer season."

Mr Collins said there would be more information in the coming months.

The closest outdoor pool for Maryborough residents over the summer is located in Dunolly and Talbot.

The Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre will remain open.

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