Rottnest concerns

THE Rottnest Society has written to WA Tourism Minister David Templeman calling for greater protection of the island’s Pinky Beach in the wake of a new luxury glamping resort being constructed by operator Discovery Rottnest Island.

The call comes after the conservation group alleged the project is causing undue erosion of the beach’s sand dunes.

“Rottnest Island can only be retained as a tourist icon if its sensitive environment is protected,” the letter stated.