Sydney Outdoor Pools to Open as Restrictions Are Equalised

Sydney Outdoor Pools to Open as Restrictions Are Equalised
A general view of swimmers at Bondi Icebergs in Sydney, Australia, on June 16, 2020. Ryan Pierse/Getty Images
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Public outdoor swimming pools will be allowed to open across New South Wales from Sept. 27, including those in areas of concern, as the Australian summer approaches.

The decision comes after the leaders of Sydney’s 12 local government areas of concern pleaded with Premier Gladys Berejiklian for restrictions to be eased.