Sandbag solution no solution for Inverloch says new Liberal Leader

A SANDBAG solution for the Inverloch surf beach is no solution at all according to the newly elected Leader of the State Liberal Party Jess Wilson.

Taking over the Liberal leadership role from former leader Brad Battin who himself was no stranger to the coastal erosion problem Jess Wilson was invited to inspect the Inverloch surf beach in her first week as Liberal Leader.

“What’s the timeline,” asked Ms Wilson.

Acknowledging that months had been lost in addressing the beach erosion problem at Inverloch Jess Wilson said it was absolutely clear the State Government could spend $5 million on a temporary sand solution only to see it washed away.

“We need to save the area behind us and preserve the area around the RACV,” she said.

“It’s a band-aid solution.”

Applauded by members of the Inverloch Coastal Advisory Network (I*CAN) and the Inverloch Foreshore Action Group (IFAG) Ms Wilson said she had seen a coastal community fighting for their homes.

“A permanent solution is needed,” said Ms Wilson.

In her first visit to the Bass Coast as Liberal Leader Jess Wilson later gave an address to a dinner organised by the local branch of the Liberal Party at the Wonthaggi Golf Club.