Neighbourhood Safer Places

Neighbourhood Safer Places (NSPs) are designated last-resort locations where people can shelter during a bushfire if evacuation is no longer possible. They are assessed by the NSW Rural Fire Service based on their ability to provide some protection from radiant heat and embers but do not guarantee safety. NSPs are not evacuation centres and do not offer food, water, or medical assistance. They are intended only for emergency refuge when all other options have been exhausted.

Below are locations of NSPs in the Willoughby Local Government Area (LGA):

Gore Hill Oval - 209 Pacific Hwy, St Leonards

Northbridge Plaza Carpark - Harden Avenue, Northbridge

Chatswood Park - 35 Orchard Rd, Chatswood

Willoughby Park - Warrane Road, Willoughby East

Willoughby Leisure Centre Car Park - 2 Small Street, Willoughby