A NEW accessibility hoist has been installed at Pines Forest Aquatic Centre.
The hoist was installed at the outdoor pool through a partnership between Rotary Peninsula 2.0 and Peninsula Leisure. Funds raised through Rotary Peninsula 2.0’s annual Duck Derby event were donated towards the project.
Pines pool centre leader Chiara McAuley said the new hoist “has made a meaningful difference for many local families in Frankston North.”
“This hoist ensures more people in our community can safely access the pool and enjoy everything Pines has to offer,” McAuley said. “We’re incredibly grateful to Rotary Peninsula 2.0 for their support, and to Frankston City Council and Peninsula Leisure for working together to improve accessibility at this important community facility.”
Rotary Peninsula 2.0 committee member Tanya Wood said “Rotary Peninsula 2.0 is extremely proud to fund a new pool hoist at the Pines Outdoor pool using Duck Derby proceeds, helping make our community more accessible for all.”
The Pines pool has opened for an extended season this year.
First published in the Frankston Times – 7 April 2026