Shark expert warns drone program needs improvement | Sunrise
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New South Wales shark surveillance drones intervened 360 times during winter to protect swimmers, prompting debate about the effectiveness of the expanded shark mitigation program. Marine life ranger David 'Sharky' Baxter has raised concerns about operational inconsistencies, including inadequate notifications for beachgoers, gaps in drone coverage, and the need for improved shark deterrent technology. Get the latest news » https://7news.com.au 7Plus » https://7plus.com.au/ More from Sunrise » https://sunrise.com.au Subscribe to Sunrise » https://7news.link/SunriseSubscribe Subscribe to the Sunrise newsletter » http://7sunrise.link/Newsletter Connect with Sunrise online: Facebook » https://www.facebook.com/Sunrise Instagram » https://www.instagram.com/sunriseon7/ TikTok » https://www.tiktok.com/@sunriseon7 X » https://x.com/sunriseon7 #SunriseOn7 #7NEWS
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