What's New at Fonty's Pool

The pool grounds have been fully restored to former glory, more lawn to lay down and relax, have a picnic or play cricket with the kids. The new diving platform will provide plenty of entertainment for young and old as well as the traditional tractor tubes to float around on.

Fontys Pool has a new campers kitchen in the caravan park, with plenty of room, 4 sinks, large fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle, BBQs, and lovely open fire pit, plenty of tables and chairs.

We have a new office and reception facilities for booking in, tourist information and general information to make you feel welcome.

The fantastic new Kiosk is Open to serve Good food and Great coffee. Coffee will be our specialty, sitting on the deck enjoying the serene surroundings of Fontys or watching the kids enjoy the pool. As well as hosting functions for caravan clubs, community groups, weddings and any event you can imagine. Give us a call to discuss your event. Anything is possible at Fontys Pool.

Events at Fonty's Pool

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Saturday 23rd January and 24th January 2010 Australia Day Celebrations Back To Fontys The Tradtional Back To Fontys Weekend. National Log Chopping Event, Famous Bath Tub Derby, Music and Entertainment visit Back To Fontys on this website and see the fun.
Saturday 20th and 21st March 2010 State Rotary Conference Hosted by Manjimup Rotary Club at Fontys Pool
Saturday 1st May 2010 Chestnut Festival The traditional Chestnut Festival was enjoyed by many on the banks of Fontys Pool. Autumn leaves highlighted Fontys Pool while everyone enjoyed fine food and wine. Again on in 2010.

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Back To Fonty’s 2008

The first Australia Day "Back To Fonty's" weekend in 25 years went off even better than expected after a huge effort from many sections of the Manjimup community.

Saturday saw the Shire of Manjimup kick off its Centennial celebrations with a family fun day and a formal Australia Day Ceremony coupled with its Centenary launch. An estimated one thousand people turned up enjoy the day in perfect weather and take in the sights of the recently rejuvenated pool grounds.

The weekend however belonged to the much anticipated "Back To Fonty's Day" on the Sunday. With the Caravan Park full to overflowing, 2500 people turned out for what was to be a huge day of fun and entertainment for the whole family. The World Champion Axeman David Bolstad led the charge in the chopping arena to the amazement of all present. After a full day of high class chopping, he won the 300mm Underhand Championship in the incredible time of 33 seconds in front of 6 Corporate tents packed with thoroughly contented revellers, a full bar and standing room only in the outer. In the mean time the pool was a hive of activity with many of the day's magical moments rolling out one by one. And by rolling out, I mean literally as the Bathtub Derby hit its straps so didn't the contestants. There was total carnage as the tubs seemed more content to go down than anywhere else. The day belonged to tweedle dee and tweeddle dumb who managed to keep their heads above water for long enough to take out the magnificent Kleen Heat BBQ first prize. Trevor Fontanini, grandson of Archie, led the Bombie competition off with aplomb (or should that be abomb) after which no one was safe from a poolside dousing. With Fly fishing, swimming and an appearance by Captain Cook and two beautiful mermaids rounding out the day, there was great fun for everyone. The indomitable Jon Doust behind the mike kept everyone on their toes and the Belly Dancers looked fantastic swaying in front of a large audience. The award winning "Blue Shaddy" put their stamp on a fantastic day with some sensational music played at the water's edge while the sun set over Fonty's Pool.

With the event set to become a bi-annual event, mark it in for 2010. We are anticipating a much bigger and better affair next time out, one not to be missed. Thanks to the legions of helpers on the day, from Manjimup Rotary, the Warren Axemen, the SES, community groups and our impressive family and friends. It was great to see Fonty's Pool back at her very best and looking forward to the years ahead.

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