Crowds finally thin at Illawarra beaches but lifesavers urge vigilance

Rosie Bensley
January 10 2023 - 5:30pm
Swimmers enjoy the water at Kiama Surf Beach on January 2, 2023, but crowds have thinned since Christmas. Photo: Wesley Lonergan
Swimmers enjoy the water at Kiama Surf Beach on January 2, 2023, but crowds have thinned since Christmas. Photo: Wesley Lonergan

Crowds at Illawarra beaches are finally thinning after a busy holiday period that left local lifesavers run off their feet with rescues, but the team in red and yellow have warned locals not to be complacent.

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Rosie Bensley

Rosie Bensley

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Illawarra Mercury trainee journalist and newest recruit.

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