Gym Update - March 2025

Flinders Council is excited to announce that we have been successful in securing a Healthy Focus Grant through the Healthy Tasmania Fund! This funding will support the Flinders SafeFit Zone project, designed to make our community gyms safer, more accessible, and easier to use for everyone.

As part of this project, Council has recently upgraded the locking systems at the Lady Barron Hall and Gym and the Whitemark Gym. These upgrades allows better managed access, ensuring all users have completed their induction and paid their membership.

Through the community survey conducted in September 2024, we heard from many gym users (along with potential news users) that they would like the option to work out without needing a buddy. Thanks to this grant, we will be installing cameras in both gyms, allowing inducted members to access the facilities independently between 5 am and 10 pm.

Prioritising Safety

To ensure the safety of all gym users:

• Anyone using the gym alone will be required to wear a lanyard with a duress button.
• If the button is pressed, a contracted security operator will check the camera footage and, if necessary, contact emergency services or a Council staff member.
• Additional duress buttons will also be installed in the toilets for extra security.

We extend a huge thank you to Healthy Tasmanian and Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing, Roger Jaensch, and the Tasmanian Government for supporting initiatives that help make health and fitness more accessible for our community.

Stay tuned for further updates!

 

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Community Gym Access:

How to Access the Gym with Our New Locking System:

Are you Inducted?

• Make sure you have completed an induction for the gym you’ll be using. If not, you can book an induction through this link: https://form.jotform.com/243018166871862
• Our front desk staff have a list of current inductees and will be able to confirm with you at the time you pay your membership.

Pay Your Membership

• Pay your membership fees through the Council Office, Monday to Friday, 9 am - 4:30 pm.
• Payment options include calling us or visiting in person. 
• Membership fees are currently $10 per week or $100 for 3months.

Download the Access App or purchase a Key Card

• Ensure you have the app downloaded for entry.Our front desk staff can help with setup or follow the steps online at: JustIN APP Instructions.
• You can purchase a key card if you would prefer that method.

Start Using the Gym!

• Once payment is processed, you’ll receive access to the gym you’re inducted into and can start using it right away.
• Please remeber that this is only replacing the physical key to access the gym, all users will still be required to use the 'buddy system'.

Note: Your access will expire when your paid membership period ends. Renew your membership promptly to maintain access.