The $23 million annual cost for beach upkeep in Randwick currently falls solely on local ratepayers despite 84% of summer visitors coming from outside the area.

Mayor Dylan Parker suggests a $5 hourly fee for non-residents to ensure those enjoying the facilities contribute to their maintenance.

The $23 million annual cost for beach upkeep in Randwick currently falls solely on local ratepayers despite 84% of summer visitors coming from outside the area.
Mayor Dylan Parker suggests a $5 hourly fee for non-residents to ensure those enjoying the facilities contribute to their maintenance.

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'Fairer funding' - Randwick Council moves to end free beach parking for visitors

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While he backs government help for travelers caught in stopovers, Clinton Maynard argues that taxpayers shouldn't foot the bill for those who took "lucrative contracts" to work in volatile regions like Dubai.

He remains particularly blunt about those visiting high-risk areas, suggesting that if you chose to travel to Lebanon or Iran despite the known dangers, "good luck to you."

While he backs government help for travelers caught in stopovers, Clinton Maynard argues that taxpayers shouldn't foot the bill for those who took "lucrative contracts" to work in volatile regions like Dubai.
He remains particularly blunt about those visiting high-risk areas, suggesting that if you chose to travel to Lebanon or Iran despite the known dangers, "good luck to you."

'Mixed sympathies' - Australians currently stranded in the Middle East as flight schedules slowly resume

Clinton Maynard argues that the state government is unlikely to fund the $300 million roof after "throwing away" a similar amount on a Penrith Stadium redevelopment he labels a "dud."

Clinton Maynard argues that the state government is unlikely to fund the $300 million roof after "throwing away" a similar amount on a Penrith Stadium redevelopment he labels a "dud."

'Fairer funding' - Randwick Council moves to end free beach parking for visitors

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