A Western Australian town facing imminent threat from coastal erosion will receive government funding for a temporary sea wall. The investment, welcomed by local businesses, aims to slow the land’s slide into the ocean. However, some critics argue the temporary solution is insufficient to address the long-term problem. The funding will be used to construct a rock wall designed to provide immediate, albeit limited, protection. While the wall offers some reassurance to business owners fearing for their livelihoods, concerns remain about the ultimate fate of the erosion-threatened area. Experts suggest a more comprehensive and sustainable solution will ultimately be required. The temporary measure buys time, but does not resolve the underlying issue of coastal degradation.