Phillip Pool Probe Exposes Planning Mess

The ACT Integrity Commission has launched a probe into the rezoning of the Phillip Swimming Pool site, suspecting potential corruption after a development firm bought the land just weeks after planning rules changed. The Opposition has joined the investigation, and the Sport Minister admitted public servants misled the public by claiming a smaller pool was sufficient — despite no analysis ever being done. An earlier audit had recommended ditching the costly 50-meter pool, and Geocon’s approved plan now includes a 25-meter pool and nearly 700 units. The commission is still in early stages, with only five of last year’s 150 complaints investigated so far — but a new 50-meter pool is promised for Woden by 2028. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/13b89d1ffeddd0fd