Illawarra residents prepare ahead of torrential rain, damaging winds

Natalie Croxon
Updated March 1 2022 - 8:08pm, first published 4:30pm
Mike Taylor and Carol Maloney have sandbagged their garage in Oak Flats. Picture: Wesley Lonergan
Mike Taylor and Carol Maloney have sandbagged their garage in Oak Flats. Picture: Wesley Lonergan

Sandbag collection points have been hives of activity as Illawarra residents prepare for a deluge of rain to hit the region.

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Natalie Croxon

Natalie Croxon

Journalist

Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs. Previously of the Bendigo Advertiser, Northern Daily Leader and Quirindi Advocate. Our Watch award winner.

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