Just before Christmas 2025, routine maintenance at the Rodney Grove Aquatic Centre uncovered something no one expected: the once‑trusted community pool was no longer safe to operate. What began as a simple shutdown revealed extensive structural failures—issues that now demand $250,000 in critical repairs before the Centre can reopen safely.

For years, the Centre has been more than a pool. It has been a place where children learned to swim, older adults stayed active, families connected, and the community itself found moments of health, joy, and belonging. Its sudden closure echoes deeply across Cobden—especially for those who rely on the facility for recreation, wellbeing, and social connection.

Today, we are asking the community to stand with us. Your donation—no matter the size—brings us one step closer to reopening the Rodney Grove Aquatic Centre. If you’ve never used the pool or gym before, please consider supporting it now for the future health and longevity of our town. 

Cobdenhealth simply cannot shoulder the cost of critical works, annual operating losses of $50,000, and the future maintenance burden estimated at $116,000 every year without community help. Without securing the necessary funding, the Centre cannot reopen—and the community risks losing a vital asset permanently.

Thank you for taking the time to consider supporting this essential community facility. Your generosity today directly contributes to a healthier, more connected future for Cobden. Together, we can bring Rodney Grove Aquatic Centre back to life.