Handrails, instead of the proposed webnetting would have a minimal impact on heritage, while maintaining acceptable safety standards. This area is part of the coast, which is not fenced off (as yet). Provided that signage makes it very clear to the public that there are risks, it appears unnecessary to deny access to areas presently being used.

We believe the first action should be to complete new steps. The "essence" of the Bogey Hole - a primitive, very early ocean bathing place in a wild and slightly remote setting - would be compromised by the introduction of some of the new elements, which appear to be unnecessary. The McIver's Ladies Baths at Coogee (pictured), also listed on the state heritage register, has minimal intrusions in the interests of safety.

We question why it is deemed necessary to over-engineer the Bogey Hole.

Ann Hardy, Hunter regional committee of the National Trust