No tolerance for illegal campers or dangerous parking

Wollongong City Council warns that there will be no tolerance for illegal camping or dangerous parking this Australia Day weekend along the city’s foreshore parks and reserves.

While shade structures or tents are allowed during the day, they must be down by 8pm of an evening. Drivers, meanwhile, are asked to follow the road rules when it comes to parking their vehicles and not park on grass reserves, median strips or in other illegal locations.

“Wollongong is a popular destination for tourists especially during summer,” said Wollongong City Lord Mayor Councillor Gordon Bradbery AM. “However, our reserves and parks are for everyone to enjoy and there is no excuse for camping illegally or for parking dangerously.”

Camping at parks or reserves is prohibited unless specified, and Council Rangers will work proactively to make sure visitors are aware of restrictions. Anyone caught camping past 6pm could face a $110 fine. Penalties apply for dangerous parking.

“Just like Christmas and New Year’s Eve, our Rangers will be working closely with NSW Police to ensure that everyone is doing the right thing,” said Councillor Gordon Bradbery.

“So park safely and sensibly and make sure you check whether camping is permitted before setting up a tent. By working together we can all enjoy our popular beaches and foreshore areas.”

For more information please visit Council’s website at www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au or call Customer Service on (02) 4227 7111.

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