Especially if I have my camera in it!
2006-10-23 16:07:02 · 11 answers · asked by Gina 3 in Travel ➔ Australia ➔ Sydney
Hi Gina
What a cute name. I have lived in Sydney all my life and sadly the times when we could leave our belongings safe in public areas is long gone. Predatory thieves hang out in the inner city beached such as Bondi, Manly, Tamaramma, Coogee & Cronulla. The latter now being famous by the race riots that occured a year ago.
If you must leave something on the beach AND YOU ARE ALONE then follow these simple rules:
1. If you can leave it in your room, hostel or car then leave it there.
2. Only bring a key and some change to get back to where you are staying.
3. If these items to go missing report it to one of the Surf Life Savers (volunteers who patrol every beach) and they will be more than happy to assist you.
And remember, most Aussies are great people and we welcome all visitors. All we ask is that you have a great time and dont expect to see kangaroos runing down the streets of Sydney because that has never happened.
2006-10-24 20:56:56 · answer #1 · answered by siacono 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Awesome folks here. Nothing to worry about. All come to enjoy sands, surf and the sun.
Camera ? They will throw one into your bag - another camera made in Australia!
If you happen to be in a very busy beach, you can use private lockers if they exist or always ask the one next to you to keep an eye on your camera.
If your camera is water-proof, then surf with it!
2006-10-23 23:51:19 · answer #2 · answered by bhupen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been a victim of crime on the beach , these days I put all my valuables in the trunk of my car and only take my towel , keys and a small amount of money on to the beach . I have a small waterproof capsule that I can put my keys and money into when I go for a swim , I wear it as a necklace . Most good surfshops will sell you one .
2006-10-24 05:25:07 · answer #3 · answered by sticksey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you are on your own, then I think probably not a good idea to leave your bag alone. But I think since Sydney is a good place, it should be OK with it.
Better idea it to use the locker they provide, that would be safe. Or get a friend go with you.
2006-10-23 23:20:08 · answer #4 · answered by I am Faked 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It used to be alright to leave your belongings on the beach covered with your towel. It is not the case these days though. You should rent one of the lockers at the beach and pin the key to the inside of your swimmers. Make sure you take a safety pin with you to the beach in case they don't provide one.
2006-10-24 00:06:44 · answer #5 · answered by Leah M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I live in Sydney. I leave sunscreen, a hat, a T-shirt, my towel and my car keys on the beach when I swim, and nothing else. Australia is not crime free, and criminals like easy targets.
2006-10-24 00:25:54 · answer #6 · answered by iansand 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are u for real??? Of course it's not ok to leave your bag on the beach, There are thieves everywhere, even in Sydney, believe it or not.lol... Geeeshhh!! some people are so dumb!!!
2006-10-24 06:10:27 · answer #7 · answered by yahwhoon 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
yeah leave ur bag on the sand with a camera in it while u swim if you want it stolen.
2006-10-25 01:29:28 · answer #8 · answered by loser_kid_chick 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some beaches yes, but Bondi beach is a definate no no.
2006-10-24 02:04:55 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
defiantly get a locker at the life saving club or lock you valuables in the car
2006-10-24 06:23:30 · answer #10 · answered by kevin d 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋