Big Splash Water Park Remains Closed for Summer
Canberra's beloved Big Splash water park will remain closed this summer as owners plan a modern new facility. Community disappointed as vandalism and costs prevent reopening.
Canberra's beloved Big Splash water park will remain closed this summer as owners plan a modern new facility. Community disappointed as vandalism and costs prevent reopening.
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