Skip to main content
See every side of every news story
Published loading...Updated

‘I can finally see some light’: Shark attack victim shares heartwarming update

Leah Stewart says the $558,925 fundraiser can stop after her recovery improved enough to cover home and future medical needs.

  • On Sunday, shark attack survivor Leah Stewart announced closure of her GoFundMe fundraiser, which raised $558,925 in donations supporting her recovery and family.
  • Stewart, a 35-year-old teacher, was mauled by a shark at Sydney's Coogee Beach on June 13, suffering significant blood loss and injuries requiring arm amputation and an induced coma.
  • Reflecting on her progress, Stewart feels she has been given a "second chance at life," crediting global support for inspiring her to "get better, not bitter."
  • In recent weeks, Stewart has been attempting to return to normality with her partner and one-year-old daughter, focusing on healing and building independence.
  • Amid several shark-related incidents in NSW this year, authorities expanded a drone surveillance program now covering 72 beaches along the coast from dawn to dusk.
Insights by Ground AI

10 Articles

NewsNews
Reposted by
The West AustralianThe West Australian
Lean Right

Touching update after mum mauled by shark

A mum who was critically injured in a shark attack has provided a heartwarming update as the she continues her recovery.

·Surry Hills, Australia
Read Full Article
Sydney Morning HeraldSydney Morning Herald
+3 Reposted by 3 other sources
Lean Left

Leah Stewart thanks people for support Coogee shark attack victim

Leah Stewart has shared her first public message to thank people for their support.

·North Sydney, Australia
Read Full Article
PerthNowPerthNow
Reposted by
7NEWS Australia7NEWS Australia
Center

‘I can finally see some light’: Shark attack victim shares heartwarming update

‘You’ve inspired me to get better, not bitter.’

·Osborne Park, Australia
Read Full Article
Think freely.Subscribe and get full access to Ground NewsSubscriptions start at $9.99/yearSubscribe

Bias Distribution

  • 45% of the sources lean Left
45% Left

Factuality Info Icon

To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium

Ownership

Info Icon

To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage

7NEWS Australia broke the news in Australia on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Too Big Arrow Icon
Sources are mostly out of (0)

Similar News Topics

News
Feed Dots Icon
For You
Search Icon
Search
Blindspot LogoBlindspotLocal