Shark barrier installation at popular Cottesloe Beach delayed as huge swell expected

Key points

• The installation of a shark barrier at Cottesloe Beach has been delayed until next Monday due to expected dangerous swell conditions.
• The barrier, costing $120,000 annually, was originally scheduled for installation yesterday to prepare for the summer season.
• Mayor Melissa Harkins emphasised the town's commitment to safety following a recent shark fatality in Sorrento and increased shark activity at local beaches.