- Coogee Beach reopened under lifeguard, jet-ski and drone patrols after a weekend shark bite left a woman seriously injured but now in stable condition.
- The incident has reignited debates over safety measures — from more surveillance and smart drum lines to controversial calls for culling.
- Shark encounters in Australia have been rising (linked to population growth and warmer seas), making beach safety a frequent small-talk topic for locals and tourists.
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