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Premium Content Subscriber only A popular swimming spot on the Northern Rivers has returned poor results after a recent microbial assessment. Assessments are done regularly for a number of local swimming spots as part of the state government's Beachwatch monitoring program. Water samples are collected and tested for bacteria, showing signs of faecal pollution, and whether it is safe for swimming. Results are posted online every week. The most recent result for the Evans River was two stars, which is deemed a "poor" result. Richmond Valley Council monitors five swimming sites - Airforce ...
Premium Content Subscriber only Tempers have flared during a debate on social media over the use of jetskis in the Evans River. Late last month, Phill Mitchell posted on the Evans Head Notice Board: âWhy are jet skis allowed to go hell for leather in the river? Whereâs RMSâ duty of care? F**k off.â It sparked a heated argument between those who hated jetskis and others who were proud jetski owners. Bobby Blotzer took the bold step of calling for jetskis to be banned. âJetski owners are f--kwits and donât give a sh*t about rules,â he wrote.