Harsh penalties apply if you are found at Yalwal Campground
Published on 09 April 2020
Shoalhaven City Council Rangers have located multiple campers and recreational users in the Yalwal Campground area. The community is being reminded that the Yalwal Campground is closed, in conjunction with the NSW Government’s Public Health Act restrictions.
Shoalhaven City Council Rangers have increased patrols of the area and, are issuing on the spot infringement notices to those found in the camping grounds for not adhering to road closure signs. Local Police are also undertaking daily taskings to ensure no one enters the area, and the Public Health Act is being adhered to.
The community is reminded that all Council Campgrounds are now closed due to COVID-19 restrictions and that residents should only be leaving their homes for essential purposes.
Residents are encouraged to view current Council service updates on Council’s website by searching for Council Services and Facilities Impacted by COVID-19 in councils search bar.
To date the Council following closures are now in place:
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Waste Depots - Kioloa, Lake Conjola, Bendalong, Sussex Inlet, Callala, Berry and Kangaroo Valley.
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Shoalhaven Swim, Sport and Fitness facilities – pools and gyms.
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Shoalhaven Libraries – services still available online.
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Nowra and Ulladulla Customer Service
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The Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre - café open for takeaway only.
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Nowra and Ulladulla Visitor Information Centre
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The Ulladulla Civic Centre
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Shoalhaven Regional Gallery and Arts Centre
For more information on COVID-19, including updates, alerts and resources, please visit the NSW Health website. Alternatively, you can call the Coronavirus Health Information Line (1800 020 080) for information on novel coronavirus. The line operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.