Published on: 22nd October 2025
This is Auslan90 – Deep Dive, produced by Deaf Connect, supported by SBS.
In addition to our Daily news, Deaf Connect produces ‘deep dive’ videos which provide more detail and context to the biggest stories of the week.
Today’s deep dive focuses on the ‘Shark Net Controversy’.
Shark nets have lined parts of the New South Wales and Queensland coastlines for decades – but are they truly protecting beachgoers, or causing more harm than good? A recent fatal shark attack has reignited public debate in NSW, intensifying the controversy surrounding these nets.
Experts and community voices are raising environmental and ethical concerns, prompting many to question whether shark net programs should continue.
Watch now to understand the complex realities of shark attack mitigation – and why the future of these nets is increasingly under scrutiny.
Images credited to Instagram: @craigwazzawarren
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