Wynnum Wading Pool, Heritage tidal pool in Wynnum, Australia
The oval concrete pool stretches 128 meters in length and 54 meters in width, featuring a sandy bottom and shallow steps around its edges.
Brisbane City Council constructed this pool in 1932 during the Great Depression as part of an unemployment relief system to generate local jobs.
The pool area includes a sandstone drinking fountain memorial dedicated to W H Barnes, former Member of Legislative Assembly for Bulimba and Wynnum.
Three pipes in the concrete sea wall allow water from Moreton Bay to flow during high tide, while flood gates prevent water from receding.
The base of the pool receives fresh sand every two weeks, maintaining its natural beach-like texture for swimmers and waders throughout the year.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -27.44260,153.17700
Latest update: April 13, 2025 12:10
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