NSW Police are urging the community to have a plan and stay ‘Snow Safe’ with the 2022 ski season now underway.
Southern Region Commander, Assistant Commissioner Peter Cotter said police would be out and about throughout the season targeting road safety, anti-social behaviour and personal safety.
“Our priority is to keep people safe – on the slopes, roads, licensed venues and out and about in the alpine region,” Assistant Commissioner Cotter said.
“Those heading to the snow should drive to the conditions and exercise appropriate caution,” he said.
“Snowfield conditions can be more difficult to navigate so we’d like to remind everyone to prioritise safety on your journey – pay close attention to the roads, don’t get distracted and slow down.”
Assistant Commissioner Cotter said officers would do all they could to keep people safe on their way to and from the snowfields.
“Regardless of whether you’re driving, riding, a passenger or a pedestrian, we urge you to help us achieve this,” he said.
Monaro Police District Commander, Superintendent John Klepczarek said local police efforts would be bolstered by additional resources.
“The population of our snowfields and surrounding towns increases exponentially during winter, and for local police, community safety is always the number one priority,” Superintendent Klepczarek said.
“We will have additional staff seconded to Jindabyne from other police districts who will support the work of our local police; expect to see them out and about on patrol,” he said.
“After two years of lockdowns and disruptions, we are expecting a huge season this year, and we want to make sure everyone has a great time – but not at the expense of the safety of others.”
