'Nothing off the table': Coogee drone ban lifted, shark culls not ruled out (opens original article in a new tab)

Drones were temporarily allowed over Coogee Beach for shark surveillance after a ban near Sydney Airport was lifted, with the NSW government considering shark culls following a recent attack.

• Drones were temporarily allowed over Coogee Beach for shark surveillance after a ban near Sydney Airport was lifted.
• NSW government has not ruled out shark culls following a recent attack that left a woman in critical condition.
• NSW government is seeking permanent approval for drone use near beaches and is investing $30 million in shark management strategies.
• Coogee Beach and others remain closed as authorities use jet skis and drones to assess safety for reopening.