It’s that time of year, the weather is warming up and the yellow and red flags are now out at 15 of our beaches! With our beach season upon us it is important to remind all beach goers of our beach safety messages:

•    Swim between the yellow and red flags at our patrolled beaches

•    Under COVID conditions be sure to social distance, and no group gatherings larger than 20

Our lifesavers and lifeguards do an incredible job keeping our community safe however we must do our bit by going to the beach with a beach and COVID safety mindset. 

Due to border closures and no overseas travel we are already seeing an influx of visitors to our region this season, therefore there is a lot more pressure on our lifeguards to keep our community safe. 

Equally important this year is COVID-safe behaviour which we all have a role to play. Be sure to keep the 1.5 metre distance rule from people who are not from your household. 

If you want to go rock fishing be sure to wear a lifejacket – this is now the law and will keep you safe.

Thanks to our Council staff and Surf Life Saving volunteers who will be patrolling our beaches for the next six months.