Vandals cause damage to Scotts Head Recreation Reserve Highlight Section Nambucca Valley by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 12, 2023 The damage to the grassy area near the Recreation Hut. SCOTTS Head residents and holidaymakers woke on Friday 30 December to a sight described by passers-by as “reckless abuse”. It can be deduced that at some late hour during the night of 29 December a vehicle was driven onto the grassy area in the direct vicinity of the community Recreational Hut, bordered by parking and BBQ shelters, and executed what is colloquially known as ‘circle work’ or ‘burn-outs’, resulting in approximately five circular furrows which ripped up the lawn area. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au Local Scotts Head resident George Drussi told News Of The Area, “What fool would perform such a low act with four CCTV cameras trained on the location? “The culprit needs to own up to avoid court costs and police fines on top of the repair bill.” The area, located on Crown Land, is maintained by Reflections Scotts Head Holiday Park. Park Manager Nathan Everland was unavailable to speak with NOTA regarding possible footage recorded on the four cameras attached to the exterior of the Hut building. Other concerns were voiced by locals and legitimate campers regarding anti-social activities such as rubbish littering the village and beaches, open fires, dogs off leads, destruction of road signage, vehicles driving in restricted beach areas and visitors parking and camping illegally. Though a gate is installed at the entrance to the popular beach parking area, no working lock is visible and NOTA was informed that closure times are not being enforced, which effectively negates the avoidance of improper parking, camping and beach activities. National Parks Rangers were also unavailable for comment. By Jen HETHERINGTON The view from the Recreation Hut. Premium beach parking at Scotts Head.
