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A pause for Jaws: The challenge of keeping both sharks and humans safe

A pause for Jaws: The challenge of keeping both sharks and humans safe

Update: 2025-09-01
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As spring approaches, beach goers in New South Wales may notice the annual program of shark nets being rolled out on the state's popular beaches. But for a long time, marine scientists and environmentalists have voiced concerns about their efficiency and negative impacts on other animals. This year, three New South Wales councils decide to adopt a trial of removing shark nets.
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A pause for Jaws: The challenge of keeping both sharks and humans safe

A pause for Jaws: The challenge of keeping both sharks and humans safe