Fourth shark attack in NSW in two days prompts more beach closures

After several days of heavy rain, a series of suspected bull shark attacks in New South Wales has alarmed beachgoers.

Another shark attack in New South Wales: this time, it took place on the state's Mid North Coast. Credit: South Australia Police

Key Points

• On Tuesday, January 20, a man was attacked by a shark at Point Plomer Beach near Port Macquarie on the state’s Mid North Coast.
• This is the fourth shark attack in New South Wales in just two days.
• The Department of Primary Industries and the Northern Beaches Council have decided to close more than 20 beaches in the area for the next two days.

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