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A bushwalker has been taken to Wollongong Hospital in a stable condition after a fall at Stanwell Park.
The 46-year-old was on the Wodi Wodi Track early Sunday afternoon when he fell down an embankment and suffered injuries.
Emergency services responded, and the Toll ambulance rescue helicopter was used to winch the man out.
He was then taken to hospital by road ambulance with suspected lower leg injuries.
"Paramedics provided ongoing treatment for the man until he was safely extricated," NSW Ambulance Inspector Mathew Stirling said.
"The Toll Ambulance Rescue Helicopter did a fantastic job to winch the man to safety."
Earlier
An operation is under way to rescue an injured bushwalker at Stanwell Park.
The 46-year-old had a fall on the Wodi Wodi Track on Sunday afternoon.
It is understood he has sustained lower leg injuries.
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Natalie Croxon
Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs. Previously of the Bendigo Advertiser, Northern Daily Leader and Quirindi Advocate. Our Watch award winner.
Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs. Previously of the Bendigo Advertiser, Northern Daily Leader and Quirindi Advocate. Our Watch award winner.
