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How to prevent shark attacks

Surfpolitik

How to prevent shark attacks

Surfpolitik
Stu Nettle

In light of the most recent shark bite fatality in Western Australia last week, there have been renewed calls for a cull of large sharks to protect ocean users. Environment minister Greg Hunt has said he wants to reduce the risk of attacks. So what is the best way to reduce that risk?

Crowd Control, Snapper Style

The shark, believed to be either a dusky whaler or a bull shark, swam within five metres of surfers before the alarm was raised and the crowded line-up cleared. Photographer, Brad Schmidt, said the shark wasn't hostile appearing "more curious than hungry".

Crowd Control, Snapper Style

The shark, believed to be either a dusky whaler or a bull shark, swam within five metres of surfers before the alarm was raised and the crowded line-up cleared. Photographer, Brad Schmidt, said the shark wasn't hostile appearing "more curious than hungry".