'It doesn't work that way': This beach trend is making waves for the wrong reasons!
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Australia is renowned for its stunning beaches that locals and tourists love to bask in.
However, a new trend started causing a stir along the coastlines, and it's not about the latest swimwear fashion or surfboard design.
This trend sparked a national debate about Aussie beach etiquette.
Aussie beachgoers started using Glad Wrap to claim public gazebos and cabanas at the beach.
The recent practice has become so prevalent that it prompted Wollongong's council to take action against it.
Signs discouraging the act have been spotted on Cliff Road in North Wollongong, just south of Sydney.
The signage read, 'This is a shared public space. The use of cling wrap or any material to enclose picnic shelters is prohibited.'
The Lord Mayor of Wollongong, Tania Brown, expressed her disappointment about the action, which prompted the installation of said signages.
Rangers have also been instructed to remove any wrapping found in public gazebos.
This controversy came on the heels of NSW Premier Chris Minns laying down new 'rules' about portable cabanas on Australia's beaches.
The debate centred on whether it's appropriate to use cabanas to reserve spots on the shoreline.
'You can't put a peg in the ground and claim the land is yours with the cabana like Richard Nixon did with the moon,' Premier Minns said.
'It doesn't work that way. You can't just stick a cabana up and lay claim to it.'
He went on to outline his 'rules' for cabana use, which include having at least one person present at the site.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also weighed in on the cabana controversy.
In one of his appearances on Today, the Prime Minister stated that hogging beach space with cabanas was 'not on' and went against Australia's values.
Online content creator Miss Double Bay proposed a 'solution to the cabana epidemic'.
She suggested creating 'Cabana Corners'—designated areas on the beach where cabanas are allowed.
Listen to Miss Double Bay's suggestion here:
Source: @missdoublebay/Instagram
These 'Cabana Corners' are then reinforced with parking metres.
Fines should also be implemented for beachgoers who set their cabanas up outside these zones.
Her proposal sparked conversation and debate among beachgoers and council members alike.
Many agreed with her idea of maintaining the open, shared nature of Australia's beaches.
So, what are your thoughts on this beachy predicament? Have you encountered the cabana chaos on your recent beach visits? Share your experiences and suggestions in the comments below!
However, a new trend started causing a stir along the coastlines, and it's not about the latest swimwear fashion or surfboard design.
This trend sparked a national debate about Aussie beach etiquette.
Aussie beachgoers started using Glad Wrap to claim public gazebos and cabanas at the beach.
The recent practice has become so prevalent that it prompted Wollongong's council to take action against it.
Signs discouraging the act have been spotted on Cliff Road in North Wollongong, just south of Sydney.
Beaches have been riddled with people and portable cabanas throughout the summer season. Image Credit: Pexels/Ollie Craig
The signage read, 'This is a shared public space. The use of cling wrap or any material to enclose picnic shelters is prohibited.'
The Lord Mayor of Wollongong, Tania Brown, expressed her disappointment about the action, which prompted the installation of said signages.
Rangers have also been instructed to remove any wrapping found in public gazebos.
This controversy came on the heels of NSW Premier Chris Minns laying down new 'rules' about portable cabanas on Australia's beaches.
The debate centred on whether it's appropriate to use cabanas to reserve spots on the shoreline.
'You can't put a peg in the ground and claim the land is yours with the cabana like Richard Nixon did with the moon,' Premier Minns said.
'It doesn't work that way. You can't just stick a cabana up and lay claim to it.'
He went on to outline his 'rules' for cabana use, which include having at least one person present at the site.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also weighed in on the cabana controversy.
In one of his appearances on Today, the Prime Minister stated that hogging beach space with cabanas was 'not on' and went against Australia's values.
Online content creator Miss Double Bay proposed a 'solution to the cabana epidemic'.
She suggested creating 'Cabana Corners'—designated areas on the beach where cabanas are allowed.
Listen to Miss Double Bay's suggestion here:
Source: @missdoublebay/Instagram
These 'Cabana Corners' are then reinforced with parking metres.
Fines should also be implemented for beachgoers who set their cabanas up outside these zones.
Her proposal sparked conversation and debate among beachgoers and council members alike.
Many agreed with her idea of maintaining the open, shared nature of Australia's beaches.
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