The damaged security fence at Griffith Airport. Photo: Griffith City Council.
A $5000 reward is being offered for information leading to a conviction after vandals damaged newly installed security fencing at Griffith Regional Airport.
Griffith City Council is urging residents to report suspicious behaviour following the damage to sections of fencing surrounding the airport’s public carpark.
The fencing was recently installed to improve security around the airport precinct and help protect facilities used by passengers, visitors and the wider community.
The damage comes as paid parking arrives at the airport.
The council said the latest incident highlighted the importance of community vigilance and the role residents could play in protecting public assets.
It follows extensive vandalism at Dave Taylor Park, where infrastructure delivered in 2024 has been repeatedly targeted.
As Region previously reported, the new community hub at the park has been damaged by vandals, with incidents including a bin being set alight, smashed windows at the community centre, bent fence panels, ripped-out bars, graffiti on play equipment and glue smeared over a barbecue.
The vandalism has contributed to delays in opening the community hub, which is intended to provide residents with facilities including mum-and-bub sessions, art classes and driving lessons.
Murrumbidgee Police District Inspector Glenn Smith and Griffith Mayor Doug Curran have appealed to nearby residents to be the “eyes and ears” of police and report suspicious behaviour.
District Inspector Glenn Smith and Mayor Doug Curran alongside graffitied playground equipment.
The council said similar acts of vandalism had occurred across other council facilities and public spaces in recent years.
“Public funds that could otherwise be directed towards facility improvements, upgrades and community services must instead be spent repairing preventable damage,” it said.
“Every dollar spent rectifying vandalism is funding that cannot be invested in projects that benefit the broader community.”
Residents are being asked to remain vigilant around community facilities, parks, sporting grounds, public buildings, airport infrastructure and other council assets.
The council is offering a reward of up to $5000 for information leading to the conviction of individuals responsible for vandalising council property.
Anyone who witnesses vandalism or suspicious activity is encouraged to contact Griffith police on 6969 4299 or Griffith City Council on 1300 176 077.
