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You should test your pool water 2–3 times a week, not just once. Australian UV rays can destroy up to 90% of unstabilised chlorine within 2 hours, and heat accelerates the rest. Check pH, free chlorine, and alkalinity at minimum.
Most Australian pool owners spend $80 to $150 per month on pool chemicals for a standard 50,000-litre pool. Your core costs break down into chlorine ($30–$80), pH adjusters, and stabiliser ($30–$60 combined). Summer pushes spending 30–40% higher due to heat and heavier use.