VICTORIA Parks and the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) are urging Pokemon Go fans not to enter private property during their quest to ‘catch ’em all’.
They say fans of the augmented reality game are putting themselves and the public at risk by entering restricted areas, such as enclosed water storages, water treatment plants or energy facilities.
Instead, they are inviting Pokemon trainers to make use of the huge expanses of public land, reserves and waterways.
Pokemon hunters have been highly active in the Yarra Ranges region, with Lilydale Lake in particular proving to be a hot-spot among Pokemon hunters.
Most notably, the rare Pokemon Dratini has been spotted numerous times in the area, attracting many players.
Parks Victoria spokesperson, Lachlan Quick, urged Victorians to make the most of the spectacular parks and reserves available.
“It’s important people read any signage they come across and take notice of where they are at all times for their own safety,” he said.
Mr Quick noted trespassing could attract a maximum penalty of $3886 or six months’ jail.
For more information on Victoria’s parks, visit www.parkweb.vic.gom.au.
