Installation of the new shade sail at the Katherine Aquatic Centre is due to start today.
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The new shade sail will cover the northern end of the pool.
The Katherine Town Council project has been costed at $95,000.
The new shade sail is intended to mirror the existing shade.
"The Katherine community has been asking for this project and Katherine Town Council is excited to have this development completed as quickly as possible," a council spokeswoman said.
To allow for these works to be completed the Aquatic Centre will be closed to the public:
- Tuesday, February 25 and Wednesday, February 26 - due to Hydro Vac of footings
- Monday, March 2 - Installation of cages and concrete pour
- Saturday. March 14 and Sunday, March 15 - Erect posts and sails.
Katherine Town Council and the YMCA have been working closely to ensure as minimal impact as possible to all users.
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