Tag: Sharks
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EXTRA LIFEGUARD TO HIT BALLINA BEACH
An extra lifeguard could soon patrol Shelley Beach, after safety concerns were raised with Ballina Shire Council. Far North Coast Surf Lifesaving says two lifeguards are needed at the popular spot during the busy christmas holiday period. Council hopes to partly-fund the extra lifeguard, with the remaining cost covered by the State Government’s shark attack…
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SHARK SIRENS TO BE INSTALLED AT EVANS HEAD
An early warning shark siren system will be installed at Evans Head this week. It comes after a local surfer was attacked at the popular spot in July.
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SHARKS PLAYERS JOIN ALL STARS
What do the Palm Beach Sharks and talent show, The Voice have in common? They’re both into popularity contests. Soccer fans have voted three Sharks players- and an assistant coach- into the Queensland Under 23 All-Stars team. The squad will take on Brisbane Roar in a curtain raiser to an N-P-L elimination final on Saturday.…
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NORTH COAST BEACH PATROLS TO START
The state government has launched a new shark safety campaign to ease the concerns of beach-goers on the North Coast. It comes just in time for the beach patrol season – which starts this weekend.
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NEW MEASURES TO REDUCE SHARK ATTACKS
The state government is set to announce new measures to reduce the number of shark attacks, following a spate of incidents in northern New South Wales. The $250,000 public awareness campaign will see problem sharks tagged and monitored from Monday. Ballina Shire Mayor David Wright says he’s happy the Department of Primary Industries is responding…
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EVANS HEAD SHARK VICTIM REPORTEDLY FOUGHT OFF SHARK
The 52-year-old bitten by a shark this morning at Main Beach, Evans Head, reportedly fought off the shark. Deputy Inspector Cameron Lindsay said the man spotted the shark and warned others to paddle to shore. “He actually fought off the shark, we’re told, and has made it to shore and with the help of that…
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MAMO FLIES BUT THE KNIGHTS SINK TO ANOTHER LOSS
After enjoying a handy lead in the second half, Newcastle went on to suffer its ninth defeat in 10 games. In what was an entertaining 58-point encounter, the Sharks won by two, but Jake Mamo stole the show.
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SHARKS SIGHTINGS AT JETTY BEACH
Jetty Beach at Coffs Harbour remained closed today, after a number of shark sightings in recent days. A local resident captured some photographs of the animals, which are believed to be Grey Nurse sharks. Beachgoers are urged not to swim in the area and are advised to go to nearby Park Beach instead.
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KORBIN SIMS PREPARES TO LINE UP WITH HIS BROTHER TARIQ
Knights forward Korbin Sims has been working on his technique with club legend Danny Buderus following his two game suspension for two separate lifting tackles against the Titans. Tomorrow night he’ll play for Newcastle alongside brother Tariq for the first time and their family across the world will be watching. Having enjoyed success playing alongside…
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SIMS BROTHERS PREPARE TO PLAY TOGETHER IN RED AND BLUE FOR FIRST TIME
Knights coach Rick Stone has been forced into several changes following Saturday’s loss to the Dragons. Korbin Sims returns from suspension and will play alongside his brother Tariq, while Chris Houston moves to the second row to cover for the injured Beau Scott.