Nathan Hagarty, Labor’s candidate for Leppington, has called on Camden Council to fix a problem causeway that has wreaked havoc on local residents for decades.
The causeway, on Anthony Road in Catherine Field, is subject to regular flooding. This has trapped residents in their homes, and has on at least one occasion been the cause of a fatality.
Local residents have raised the issue with Camden Council on numerous occasions, however their calls for resolution have fallen on deaf ears.
Hagarty has said it’s overdue the issue be addressed by the local council.
“Our area is growing, and growing rapidly. This causeway was constructed half a century ago, and is no longer safe or appropriate,” Hagarty said.
“I’m calling on Camden Council to work with the relevant authorities on this issue, and to consult locals on a safe, permanent solution.
“We’ve had three major floods in the last year alone. These are set to continue in frequency and intensity. Council needs to act before we have another tragedy on our hands.
“If I am elected as the local member for this area, I will work with residents, Camden Council and other stakeholders to ensure we deliver a solution on this problem causeway.
NATHAN HAGARTY
NSW LABOR CANDIDATE FOR LEPPINGTON
