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Mysterious Marble-Sized Objects Close Sydney's Iconic Beaches

1/14/2025

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Nine stunning beaches in Sydney, including the iconic Manly and Dee Why, were abruptly closed on January 14 as strange marble-sized white and grey balls mysteriously washed ashore. The Northern Beaches Council is urgently working with the Environment Protection Authority to analyze these peculiar objects. Beachgoers are strongly urged to steer clear of these areas until more information is available.

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Story summary

Nine stunning beaches in Sydney, including the iconic Manly and Dee Why, were abruptly closed on January 14 as strange marble-sized white and grey balls mysteriously washed ashore. The Northern Beaches Council is urgently working with the Environment Protection Authority to analyze these peculiar objects. Beachgoers are strongly urged to steer clear of these areas until more information is available.