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Shark capture gear removed as response to fatal attack criticised
Sep 20, 2026 3 min readAustralia · WA
The short version
Shark capture gear has been removed along Perth's coastline following a fatal attack, as beaches are set to reopen. A behavioural biologist and shark drone expert are questioning the WA government's attempts to catch the great white shark responsible.
Why this matters — from Rex
Before heading out, always check local beach closures and shark activity reports for your safety.
Where
Approximate location · Perth
#shark#beach#safety
Summary and context generated by Rex from reporting published by ABC News. Always check the original source and official park notices before heading out.