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Just off the NSW's coastline, marine life are silently suffering in shark nets.
Scientists have proven that shark nets don’t keep people safe. Yet, these indiscriminate fishing nets remain in the water to catch and kill turtles, rays, dolphins, sharks and countless marine animals every year.

The NSW Government has now heavily invested in modern scientifically backed shark mitigation technology. It’s time to rely on this technology and remove outdated shark nets.

On 30 April, let's paddle out to show that you want nets out now. On this day, the nets are removed statewide. The one problem is that they will return on 1 September. Together, we can say that this should be the last season that outdated shark nets remain in NSW waters.

For those who would prefer to stay dry, come along to hear awesome speakers and learn more about scientifically backed shark mitigation methods.
What's the plan?

10.00am - Meet and greet
10.20am - Hear from our guest speakers
10.30am - Paddle Out
11.00am - Chat with your hosts and check out awesome scientifically backed shark mitigation alternatives