As early as 1924, the Parents and Citizens Association was calling for a pool so that Gulgong students could learn to win. Some two decades later they were still trying to solve this problem:
1945 - P. and C. Association
The sub-committee, appointed at the last meeting to inquire into the possibility of holding swimming classes near Gulgong for the local children, reported that permission was available from the Cullengoral Dredging Co. to use the weir, and that Mr. Chick had stated that he may be able to make one of his trucks available to convey the children, to the swimming pool as desired, but he wouldn't be able to do it for less than £1/10/- (this was considered reasonable by those present).
Mr. Playford reported having made enquiries from Mr. Tomlinson regarding cost of dressing sheds and lavatory accommodation, and he thought that, with the possible help of the shire council, this matter might be carried out.
Source: Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative (NSW : 1890 - 1954) Thu 6 Dec 1945 Page 16
See also POOL PARADE for photos of the event that raised funds for the Gulgong Swimming Pool.
Don Rothe digging the hole for the Gulgong Pool
The man in front of the shed is Harry Seis
Source: Ailsa Campbell
