A recently built purpose-built observation room at Catherine Hill Bay will be the new-look home for Lake Macquarie City Council’s professional lifeguards, service team leader Paul Stone has confirmed.
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Mr Stone revealed the beach lifeguard team is “looking forward to the new facility” due to the fact the group hadn’t previously had access to a permanent structure for beach supervision.
“The new lifeguard room will better enable lifeguards to observe our residents and visitors along the entire beach, especially during peak times,” Mr Stone said. “It can also accommodate safety equipment and medical supplies.”
“We always encourage beachgoers to swim between the flags as this is the most observed part of the beach. The conditions can change very quickly so always follow the directions provided by our lifeguards. And remember, no flags, no swim.”
The timeline for the improved and permanent lifeguard room is set for the end-of-year patrol season, with works likely to be completed by October.
For more information on the return of the summer season, or the new lifeguard room, head online to lakemac.com.au/recreation/patrolled-beaches.
Isaac McIntyre
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