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Mayor Greg Williamson's update on Platypus Beach

16 February 2021

We know there's a massive amount of people talking about Platypus Beach right now.

Quite a few people have become sick after being in the water last weekend.

Council are testing the water and results should be back today.

Mayor Greg gave us a quick update on what's happening.