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City of Wollongong
Nearby features

See BeachSafe details for this location

Patrol hours

Current hours


(High season, Sat 25 Oct - Fri 19 Dec 2025)

Nearby features hours for full swim season

DatesPatrol hours
Shoulder season
Sat 27 Sep - Fri 24 Oct 2025
High season
Sat 25 Oct - Fri 19 Dec 2025
Peak season
Mon 22 Dec 2025 - Fri 30 Jan 2026
High season
Sat 31 Jan - Fri 20 Mar 2026
Shoulder season
Sat 21 Mar - Sun 26 Apr 2026
Winter
until 25 Sept 2026

Note: beaches may close at short notice due to changes in ocean or weather conditions, including nearby lightning.

Location

Get directions and check popular times on Google Maps.

Picnic areas and seating

  • Picnic tables shaded by large pine trees are available next to the beach concourse.
  • There are several bench seats along the concourse.

Food and drink

  • There are several food businesses, including cafes and takeaways, on the main road opposite the beach.

Pool

  • Austinmer Rock Pool features two separate pools, and is located at the southern end of the beach. This is a tidal pool and may be difficult to use during high tides.

Playground


 

 

Top tips for safe swimming

  1. Supervise children - maintain eye or hand contact at all times
  2. Swim at patrolled beaches or a patrolled pool
  3. Only swim between the red and yellow flags at the beach
  4. Never swim alone or under the influence of alcohol or drugs
  5. Stay out of the water if there is active thunder or lightning nearby.

 

 

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