Repair works at Harrington Park Lake, Royal George Drive

Alert issued 18/11/2024 10:52am

From Monday 18 November, draining and repair works will take place at Harrington Park Lake, Harrington Park.⁠

Water levels will be dropped to commence installation of posts and footings as part of retaining wall repairs along the lake.⁠ ⁠

Diversions in place near the pathway.⁠ ⁠ Works are expected to continue for two weeks (weather pending).⁠

Macquarie Grove Road shoulder widening and seal works

Alert issued 18/11/2024 10:53am

Shoulder widening and seal works will be conducted on Macquarie Grove Road (Kirkham Lane to Exeter Street affected) ⁠from Monday 18 November to Friday 13 December, 7am to 4pm.

Council will endeavour to minimise these impacts where possible, including the use of traffic diversions and traffic control. Residents can expect minor delays.

Residents can stay updated with the latest information by visiting livetraffic.com/
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Need to contact us? Call 13 22 63 or email mail@camden.nsw.gov.au

Nepean River Cycleway

Alert issued 18/11/2024 10:52am

Camden has seen extensive damage across the Nepean River catchment as a result of the four floods that have occurred since February last year, including significant bank erosion along the Nepean River Cycleway.

Council is working with engineers and geotechnical specialists to determine works that need to be undertaken to protect the cycleway moving forward. 

The playgrounds and fitness stations along the Cycleway have been reopened.

Some areas along the Cycleway are still fenced off due to significant erosion. 

Blue-Green Algal Bloom at Harrington Park Lake

Alert issued 18/11/2024 10:52am

A blue-green algae bloom has been detected at Harrington Park Lake.

Sampling undertaken by Council has identified the  presence of algae at levels that present a health risk associated with contact with the water. Residents are advised human and animal contact with the water should be avoided, including drinking, fishing, swimming, boating and allowing pets to enter the water.

Algae is a natural part of the aquatic ecosystem with most species safe or non-toxic. However, blue-green algae produce toxins that can be damaging to humans, domestic animals and livestock that come in contact with the water.

In normal conditions, the blue-green algae exist in low numbers and are a part of a healthy ecosystem. However, under certain conditions, the algae can grow rapidly, producing an algal bloom.

Signage has been erected at locations around the Lake to advise visitors to avoid contact with the water.

It is not possible to predict how long the algae will remain at high levels. Council will continue monitoring Harrington Park Lake and signage will remain in place until blue-green algae levels have reduced to a safe level.

For more information, or to ask any questions, contact Council’s Sustainability Team on 4654 7777 or sustainability@camden.nsw.gov.au.