Bayside Council acknowledged the State Government announcement about an increased police presence on our foreshore streets and waterways over the summer months at the Council Meeting on Wednesday 26 November.
The State Government recently launched Operation Summer Foreshore, a proactive response to anti-social behaviour which includes intensive policing on the Grand Parade, Cook Park, the beach and the waters of Botany Bay until 1 February 2026.
Officers from 4 police commands will jointly target anti-social and reckless motor vehicle drivers and jet ski behaviour to promote public safety and deter dangerous behaviour on our roads and waterways.
Council also noted NSW Maritime commitment to installing clearer signage to reflect where jet skis are currently permitted and also to installing a series of additional buoys to deter jet skis from entering ‘no go’ areas.
However, Council is also aware of the growing concern among local residents about the behaviour of some Jet Ski users.
Bayside Council is set to undertake extensive community consultation on the options available to permanently limit the danger Jet Skis pose to swimmers and other users of the Bay following the decision at last week’s Council Meeting.
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