NSW shark nets to be removed a month early as more turtles head south in summer

Shark nets down earlier to save more turtles

Shark nets in NSW will be removed earlier than usual in a bid to protect other marine life. (Gold Coast Bulletin/AAP PHOTOS) By Alex Mitchell in Sydney Shark nets in NSW will come down a month earlier this season as authorities try to strike a balance between protecting people as well as marine life. Citing an increase in turtle activity in April, the state government will trial scrapping the nets on March 31. It will also consult with councils …

Shark nets to be removed from Hunter beaches a month earlier

Hunter beach shark nets will be removed earlier this summer as NSW trial new measures to protect marine life and swimmers.

Shark nets to be removed from NSW beaches a month early: ‘Certainly concerning’

Shark nets are usually taken down at the end of April, but next year they will be taken down on March 31.

Shark nets down earlier in attempt to save more turtles

Shark nets in NSW will be brought down earlier than usual with the government saying it's trying and protect other marine life that could get trapped.