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Contamination warning signs for Freycinet area beaches following sewage alert
On the outskirts of one of Tasmania’s most pristine locations, recreational water users will soon be advised to avoid swimming near two creeks that flow onto popular beaches due to faecal contamination concerns.
Key points:
- Signs warning swimmers about possible water contamination will soon be put up at creeks that run onto Muirs and Richardsons Beach at Coles Bay
- The council says the creeks could be contaminated and would prefer kids not to swim or play in them
- Residents say it is a good first step to improving contamination issues, but long-term solutions are needed
The Glamorgan Spring Bay Council will put up the signs at two Coles Bay creeks — one that flows on Muirs Beach, and the other on the northern end of Richardsons Beach —…
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