The eastern suburbs council responsible for Bondi, Tamarama and Bronte beaches is holding 'constructive discussions' with NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard's office about allowing surfers and ocean swimmers in the water
The eastern suburbs council responsible for Bondi, Tamarama and Bronte beaches is holding "constructive discussions" with NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard's office about allowing surfers and ocean swimmers in the water as a neighbouring council opened its beaches for exercise.
Clovelly swimmer Mark Horan said despite the cold water on Monday morning the exercise was great for his mental health. Randwick mayor Danny Said said he visited Coogee and Maroubra beaches and found most people behaving appropriately and leaving the area once they had finished exercising. "Any plan we do come up with must ensure that social distancing restrictions are observed," she said.we need to be more cautious about the approach we take on our beaches."A cyclist looks at people on cliffs at Clovelly Beach.She urged Waverley residents to stay at home where possible "and if you must exercise outdoors, then please follow the instructions of our lifeguards and rangers at all times".
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