Dogs on beaches(sand area) detrimental to Blue Flag status
George Municipality wishes to inform all dog owners that in order to adhere to the Blue Flag international standards at all of our beaches, it is imperative to enforce strict rules of NO DOGS ON BEACHES (SAND AREAS) that is in line with the...
Drop-off/pick-up points for private and public transport vehicles on beaches on 1 and 2 January 2024
Issued by George Municipality, 29 December 2022To minimise traffic congestion, the George Municipality has made alternative arrangements for the drop-off and pick-up of large groups of passengers by public transport vehicles (taxis and buses) and/or private vehicles.George traffic officers and point service officers will...
A reminder that no alcohol allowed at beaches and public areas
Issued by George Municipality.The fantastic weather has meant that our festive season has most certainly started already this year, and George Law Enforcement officials and beach monitors had their hands full over the weekend with the confiscation of alcohol at the various beaches as...
Water Quality testing of rivers and at beaches – Why closed for swimming?
The George Municipality released the following media statement to explain the reasons why beaches are monitored for e-coli and other pathogens.George Municipality maintains a monthly river sample programme year-round, downstream of our pumping stations near or next to any rivers within George and surrounds....
No Alcohol at beaches
Public Notice: No Alcohol at beachesGeorge Municipality strictly enforces NO ALCOHOL ALLOWED on our beaches and especially over the Festive Season. The George law enforcement officers will be assisted by 30 Beach Monitors during the Festive Season to assist with beach patrols and bag...