Police are reminding footy fans to plan ahead with large crowds already arriving in the Cronulla precinct today, NSW Police say.
Thousands of fans have already descended upon the Cronulla-Sharks Leagues club and venues across the Sutherland Shire, with local police warning crowds are only expected to increase.
A high-visibility operation is underway and will involve officers from Miranda and Sutherland Local Area Commands, Operations Support Group (OSG), Police Transport Command (PTC), the Dog Unit, Licensing Police and Traffic and Highway Patrol Command.
Miranda Local Area Commander, Acting Superintendent Gary Ford, said while he anticipates the majority of people will enjoy the match responsibly, he’s urging fans to show consideration for local residents.
"Parking is going to be a nightmare so we suggest you leave the car at home and make use of public transport to and from venues,"
"We'd also like to remind spectators at licensed venues to drink responsibly. We want everyone to have a great time this weekend but we won’t tolerate behaviour that risks the safety of others," A/Supt Gary Ford said.
Visit the events page at www.transportnsw.info or call 131 500 for all the latest timetable and ticketing information for trains, buses, ferries, light rail and taxi ranks.
