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Trial to remove shark nets from three Sydney and Central Coast beaches a good first step, scientists say

Experts welcome move by NSW government, saying nets are ineffective at preventing shark bites and ‘indiscriminately’ kill marine life

The Guardian - AU · Jul 28, 2025

Queensland’s shark control plan facing court challenge and federal intervention, experts say

Crisafulli government’s $88m plan for more shark nets and baited drum lines at popular beaches may fall foul of federal laws

The Guardian - AU · May 26, 2025

Fishermen catch and release tiger shark; actions prompt public scorn

An Australian politician might have taken more heat just for praising the catch and posting about it on Facebook.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 7, 2025

Qld whale tangle 'worst-case scenario'

A rescue is under way off a Sunshine Coast beach after a whale entanglement reportedly involving a mother and calf caught in a shark net.

AAP · Oct 6, 2022

Shark nets go back in water at NSW beaches

Shark nets have returned to NSW beaches but conservationists say they don't protect humans and take a horrible toll on wildlife.

AAP · Aug 31, 2022

Use of sharks nets in NSW could be left to discretion of councils

Coastal councils in New South Wales may soon be able to decide whether they want to use nets to mitigate the risk of shark attacks at local beaches.

ABC News · Aug 1, 2022