Member for Flinders’ Sam Telfer is calling for more investment around shark mitigation and safety on our local beaches.
His calls come following a fatality in Streaky Bay in January, and multiple confirmed shark sightings on Eyre Peninsula beaches in the past month.
Mr Telfer said he wants to see an establishment of more warnings and signage on local beaches, as well as more accessibility to wearable technology which can deter sharks from coming closer.
Other parts of the plan include State Government funding for shark first aid kits and new alert apps for sightings and pre-emptive warnings.
“Events like this should draw attention from decision makers and not just talk. It’s time for action when it comes to what government can actually do to put in place measures to try and mitigate and minimise risk,” Telfer said.
