I was shocked to read that only one netted beach on the Central Coast will be included in this season’s shark net removal trial – disappointed is an understatement.
While any step toward change is welcome, this progress is far too slow – and in the meantime, far too many non-target species continue to suffer and die.
The community has spoken, loudly and consistently, about our desire to see the outdated and ineffective shark nets removed for good.
We have the technology and alternatives available right now – there is no excuse for continuing to stall.
I sincerely hope the NSW Government reconsiders the scale of this trial and expands it to include more beaches this season.
I also urge our Minister for the Central Coast, David Harris, to advocate strongly to Premier Chris Minns on behalf of our region.
The Central Coast community has made its stance clear, year after year: we want the nets out – now and forever.
Email, July 29
Emily McCallum, Blue Haven
