119 - Sydney's coastal dilemma

Seawalls vs Natural beaches

Can seawalls save shores?

Imagine your favorite beach transformed into a concrete barrier—protecting homes but erasing the sandy shores we cherish.

This is the reality facing Sydney's Northern Beaches, where the construction of massive seawalls has ignited a fierce debate: Are we safeguarding properties at the expense of our iconic coastlines?

As sea levels rise and storms intensify, this dilemma poses critical questions about the future of coastal management.​

Aerial view of Sydney's Northern Beaches, showing the coastline and surrounding residential areas, highlighting the vulnerability of the beaches to erosion and rising sea levels.

Sydney’s iconic Northern Beaches – under threat

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