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Patrolled beaches

Council lifeguards patrol Blacksmiths, Catherine Hill Bay, Caves Beach and Redhead beaches annually from the September/October school holidays through to April.

Patrol times are Monday to Sunday, 8.30am to 5pm, with Surf Life Saving Club volunteers also patrolling Sunday 8.30am to 5pm. Patrol times may extend during busy or dangerous conditions.

Locations

Blacksmiths Beach

Ungala Road, Blacksmiths 2281

This family-friendly beach is home to the Swansea-Belmont Surf Life Saving Club

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Announcement : Beach patrols have recommenced for the season. Remember to keep a towel-length apart so everyone can enjoy a safe and enjoyable season.

Catherine Hill Bay Beach

Flowers Drive, Catherine Hill Bay 2281

Located in an historic village, this beach boasts beautiful views and is home to the Catherine Hill Bay Surf Life Saving Club

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Announcement : Beach patrols have recommenced for the season. Remember to keep a towel-length apart so everyone can enjoy a safe and enjoyable season.

Caves Beach

Caves Beach Road, Caves Beach 2281

Explore the caves at this natural beach location. Caves Beach is also home to the Caves Beach Surf Life Saving Club.

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Announcement : Beach patrols have recommenced for the season. Remember to keep a towel-length apart so everyone can enjoy a safe and enjoyable season.

Redhead Beach

Beach Road, Redhead 2290

Redhead is famous for its headland cliff and freshwater creeks and is home to Redhead Surf Life Saving Club

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Announcement : Beach patrols have recommenced for the season. Remember to keep a towel-length apart so everyone can enjoy a safe and enjoyable season.

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Lake Macquarie City Council

126-138 Main Road,
Speers Point, NSW 2284

Box 1906, Hunter Region
Mail Centre, NSW 2310

Phone 02 4921 0333
Email council@lakemac.nsw.gov.au

Local number for Wyee residents 02 4357 1999
Telephone Interpreting Service 131 450
National Relay Service 133 677

ABN: 81 065 027 868

Community update on COVID-19

Patrolled beaches

Locations

Blacksmiths Beach

Catherine Hill Bay Beach

Caves Beach

Redhead Beach

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