Shark Attacks Spark Debate on WA Mitigation
from Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Three deadly shark attacks on spearfishers have reignited the debate over shark control in Western Australia, sparking renewed interest in drumlines, culling, and personal protection tech. Though the SMART drumline system was scrapped in WA, advocates argue it’s now more effective and widely used in NSW. The WA Premier sticks with the tag-and-trace program and the Shark Smart WA app, rejecting culling. Meanwhile, personal deterrents like electric field devices and bite-reducing wetsuits show promise—especially against great whites—but none offer total protection. Experts agree a mix of tech and strategy offers the best chance for safer waters. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e55fc27f14a675b6
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