As of 1 July 2018, parents are now able to redeem their Active Kids Rebate for Central Coast Council’s learn to swim and sporting programs at five leisure centres.

The $100 voucher – which can be used on fees for after-school, weekend sport and structured physical activity programs – will be redeemable at Gosford Olympic Pool, Peninsula Leisure Centre, Toukley Aquatic Centre, Lake Haven Recreation Centre and Wyong Olympic Pool.

Council Connected Communities Director, Julie Vaughan said that having the Active Kids Rebate redeemable at these five leisure centres is one way Council is able to help encourage and enhance the physical activity of children and young people on the Central Coast.

“Now, every family on the Central Coast with a child enrolled in school from Kindergarten to year 12 will be able to access the Active Kids Rebate at our leisure centres,” Ms Vaughan said.

“The cost of swimming lessons can sometimes be prohibitive for parents but by using this voucher you can help teach your child the invaluable skill of being able to swim and stay safe in our pools and beaches.”

Mayor Jane Smith said it is welcoming news that Council is now able to support this initiative through its leisure centres.

“Council aims to provide outstanding leisure opportunities and programs in swimming, fitness and sports for all of the Central Coast community, in a healthy, fun filled and family friendly environment,” said Mayor Smith.

“Being able to redeem this $100 voucher at five of our leisure centres means that Council is able to help kids on the Coast get more active!”

A NSW Government initiative, the Active Kids Rebate is a voucher system provided to parents/guardians of school enrolled children.

One Active Kids voucher is available for every child in the family annually over the next four years.

Parents are able to apply for and download their vouchers from the Service NSW website.