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Four Shark Attacks Prompt NSW to Boost Safety Measures

2/8/2026

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Four shark attacks occurred over a 48-hour period from January 18 to 20, including the fatality of a 12-year-old boy.
Greg Littrich, a local resident, and Mara Hyde, a tourist, continue swimming.
The New South Wales government expands drone surveillance and researches shark behavior.
Debates over shark nets continue as experts question their effectiveness and impact on marine life.
Authorities advise swimmers to avoid dawn, dusk, and murky waters.

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Four shark attacks occurred over a 48-hour period from January 18 to 20, including the fatality of a 12-year-old boy.
Greg Littrich, a local resident, and Mara Hyde, a tourist, continue swimming.
The New South Wales government expands drone surveillance and researches shark behavior.
Debates over shark nets continue as experts question their effectiveness and impact on marine life.
Authorities advise swimmers to avoid dawn, dusk, and murky waters.