Luke Johnson and 2-year-old son Henry enjoy free time in the pool at Palmerston North's Lido. Palmerston North families have been lapping up the opportunity to take their preschoolers swimming for free at the city’s pools. READ MORE:* Preschoolers to swim for free in Palmerston North* Palmerston North contemplates free swims for under-5s* Proposed free pool entry for under-5s to encourage water safety“It makes a big difference for us being free,” said Luke Johnson. He had come to Palmerston North from the Philippines via Wellington, and was delighted to find free swimming was an option in both cities. The Palmerston North pool entrance deal includes free passes for up to two preschoolers and their caregiver.

Source: Stuff August 01, 2021 00:11 UTC