Gum Bend Lake opening

Lachlan Shire Council is pleased to announce that Gum Bend Lake will be open to recreational boating and other approved aquatic activities as at 4pm, tomorrow (December 1, 2020).

Whilst the public will be understandably excited to commence aquatic activities, Council urges community members to be mindful of safety. Boat owners and skiers should exercise caution when using the lake as dredging and earthworks completed while the lake was dry have changed the bank slope and depth for parts of the lake.

Boat owners are urged to check that their boats are registered and have the appropriate insurances. Boating activities are regulated by Transport for NSW and boat operators are required to be licenced appropriately.

Construction of stage 1 of the new Gum Bend Lake Walkway is ongoing and the public are advised not to enter the fenced construction area as it is not safe to do so. 

For further information please contact Council’s Director of Infrastructure, Adrian Milne on 02 6895 1900