We asked out readers to have their vote on a proposal to build a boardwalk at Werri Lagoon and the results are in.
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Of the 347 votes, 71 per cent said they did not want to see it go ahead, and 29 per cent agreed it was a good idea.
Councillor Mark Way said he expected the results to be divided.
“I expected a knee-jerk reaction, because people haven't had an opportunity to see where it will be located,” he said.
“It’s going to be low profile and unobtrusive and they’re not taking into account the benefits it will provide as an access in any conditions, whether the lagoon is open or not.
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“It’s not just for the people in the municipality but it’s for tourism as well.
“Council will provide more information and this is just the beginning of the community consultation.”
Readers also took to social media to voice their opinions.
