[5] The beaches in Allestree have experienced substantial erosion problems since the port breakwater was lengthened many years ago.

The shoreline has receded several hundreds of metres and significant coastal property and infrastructure has been lost.

Glenelg Shire Council hosted the world-renowned oceanographer Kerry Black in 2017[6] as part of a forum to discuss coastal management trends and issues with representatives from across south-west Victoria and south-east South Australia.

Local residents are hopeful that the Glenelg Shire will help implement Black's recommendations[7] to restore and protect the region's coastlines from the growing threat of climate change.

[8] The Gunditjmara people are represented by the Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation.