Kiama Council is considering opting in to the NSW Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016. This would mean declaring all rock platforms in our area as high-risk fishing locations. If this happens, anyone rock fishing in these areas will be legally required to wear an approved lifejacket.

We want to hear from you before Council makes a decision.

Rock fishing is one of Australia’s most dangerous sports. Sadly, the Kiama coastline has seen multiple incidents and fatalities. Wearing a lifejacket dramatically reduces the risk of drowning.

Your feedback will inform a report to Council. Councillors will then decide whether to opt in to the Act.

If Council opts in:

  • All identified rock platforms in Kiama LGA will be declared high-risk
  • Anyone rock fishing in these areas must wear an approved lifejacket
  • NSW Police and DPI Fisheries will enforce the rules. Council staff and lifeguards cannot issue fines
  • Failure to wear a lifejacket could result in an on-the-spot fine.

How to have your say

View proposed locations

Minnamurra Headland

Map of Minnamurra rock fishing zones

Kiama Downs

Map of Kiama Downs rock fishing zones

Kiama (Central)

Map of Kiama central rock fishing zones

Kiama (South)

Map of Kiama south rock fishing zones

Kiama Coast Walk

Map of Kiama Coast Walk rock fishing zones

Gerringong

Map of Gerringong rock fishing zones

Gerroa

Map of Gerroa rock fishing zones

Have your say

Have your say in four easy ways:

  • Vote in the quick poll – Got a minute? Share your view with one click.
  • Complete the survey – Tell us about your rock fishing habits in a short survey.
  • Ask a question – Got a question? Submit it and we’ll get back to you soon.
  • Chat with us in person – Drop by a community pop-up and talk to us directly.

Choose one or try them all - your voice matters!

Quick poll

Let us know your thoughts here. If you have more to say, head to the next tab and complete the short survey to help us understand rock fishing habits.
Should Kiama Council opt in to the NSW Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016, which would make wearing a lifejacket compulsory when rock fishing?

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Chat to us in person

Council staff are out and about each month, creating a relaxed space for the community to chat and share ideas. Come and talk to us about rock fishing safety at one of these upcoming events:

Sunday 16 November 09:00 am to 02:00 pm

Gone Fishing Workshop (free lifejacket giveaway)

Come along to this FREE workshop being presented by Surf Life Saving NSW and help keep our community safe. More info.

Wednesday 3 December 03:00 pm to 06:00 pm

Community pop-up @ Kiama Farmers Market

Thursday 4 December 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm

Community pop-up @ IGA Gerringong