A pause for Jaws: The challenge of keeping both sharks and humans safe

As spring approaches, beach goers in New South Wales may notice the annual program of shark nets being rolled out on the state's popular beaches. But for a long time, marine scientists and environmentalists have voiced concerns about their efficiency and negative impacts on other animals. This year, three New South Wales councils decide to adopt a trial of removing shark nets.

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