Parts of the Murrumbidgee, Cotter, Molonglo and Paddy’s rivers are closed to swimming until further notice due to recent heavy rainfall resulting in water quality below levels that are suitable for swimming.

With high temperatures predicted over the coming days, the ACT government is urging people to avoid swimming in these areas because water quality testing results have shown elevated bacteria levels.

As a result the following areas are closed as they are unsafe for swimming:

• Casuarina Sands
• Uriarra East and West
• Swamp Creek
• Pine Island
• Kambah Pool
• Point Hut Crossing
• Tharwa Bridge
• Murrays Corner
• Cotter Campground
• Molonglo River boat ramp

The government says closures will remain until testing shows water quality has returned to safe levels. Testing is conducted every week and notified on the ACT City Services website.