THE shark barrier designed to protect beachgoers at Western Australia's popular Dunsborough beach has been completed.
Premier Colin Barnett has confirmed the City of Busselton's beach enclosure trial at Old Dunsborough Beach is under way.
The $165,000 barrier, based on those used on the Gold Coast to prevent bull shark attacks, has been constructed over the past few months, as debate rages over WA's controversial shark kill policy.
The enclosure comprises six metal piles drilled into the seabed supporting a 100m x 300m mesh barrier.
The trial will test the suitability of beach enclosures to protect beachgoers from sharks.
Mr Barnett said Old Dunsborough Beach was an appropriate location - despite no shark attacks being recorded at the location.
"Old Dunsborough Beach is used for school holiday swimming lessons, surf lifesaving and community events," he said.
Mr Barnett said the beach enclosure trial was one of "a range of measures" put in place to decrease the risk from a shark attack.
"The state government recognises that a range of measures are needed to ensure West Australians can enjoy our beautiful beaches. Funding research into shark deterrents is part of this strategy, as is the beach enclosure trial," Mr Barnett said.
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