Hay's sporting and recreational facilities
Where to play in Hay
John Houston Memorial Swimming Pool
Officially opened in 1967, after ten years of fund raising and work towards its establishment. Named after John Houston, the President of the Hay Swimming Pool Committee for the whole 11 years the Committee existed.
It is now run by the Hay Shire Council, with FREE ENTRY. There are three pools in total: an Olympic size swimming pool, a "medium" pool, and the toddlers pool, which is completely under shade cloth.
The Olympic size pool recently underwent extensive renovation and it now has a "wet deck". Surrounding the pools is extensive, well-maintained lawns with numerous shade structures. There is also a BBQ and volleyball net that are free.
The John Houston Memorial Swimming Pool is open from November through to the end of March, and the opening hours are 12noon to 7pm every day except Wednesdays, when it closes at 6.30pm for the Hay Swimming Club Time Trials.
These times are subject to weather conditions and numbers. Entry to the John Houston Memorial Swimming Pool is free.
Hay Tennis Courts
The Hay Tennis Courts are located in Lachlan Street, south end, before the Hay Bridge. There are four synthetic surface courts, and seven clay courts. To book a court, you can contact Tony on 02 6993 1362 or check the details on the notice board at the Tennis Club. Cost is $5 per hour for visitors. Tennis Racquets are available for hire.
Squash Courts: There are two squash courts, located at the Hay Services Club in Murray Street. It is not necessary to book the courts. There is a turnstile for the lights for the courts, which cost $3 per hour. You can play a game of squash any time the Club is open. You must provide you own squash racquet.
Lawn Bowls
There are two Clubs in Hay which have bowling greens. The Hay Services Club has social bowls Thursday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays. All that is required is to place you name on the "Bowls Board" at the Club prior to the game. A small cost is involved, depending on the competition.
The Bowling Club (located on the corner of Murray & Lachlan Street) has two greens and social bowls are played on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Flat-soled shoes must be worn, and there is a small charge.
Golf Course
Hay has one the best 18-hole sand-green golf course in NSW. Located on the Sturt Highway (west of Hay), it is situated on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River. You can play anytime, but must bring along your own clubs and sand bucket. A small charge is incurred.
Parks in Hay
Football Fields
There are two football fields in Hay, which are used by the AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Soccer and cricket teams. Both are located at the Hay Park, and have a canteen, BBQ facilities and amenities close by.
Netball Courts
Hay has three outdoor and one indoor netball court. The three outdoor courts are located at the Hay Park and are open to the public all the time. The indoor court is located at the Multi Purpose Centre and must be booked in advance. There is a small fee incurred.
Spirit of ANZAC
The Spirit of ANZAC centre is located at the Hay War Memorial High School. It is a new facility, officially opened in November 2003. Inside the Spirit of ANZAC centre there are several sports courts, including netball, basketball, volleyball and badminton. The facility also has a stage, toilets, change rooms with showers, and canteen. Sporting groups are able to book the MPC and a small fee is incurred for the use of the court.
