# Shark Attack Leaves Mother in Critical Condition

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Podcast: [Melbourne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/melbourne-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7572838)
Published: 2026-06-15T04:24:50+00:00
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A shark attack at Coogee Beach leaves 35-year-old mother Leah Stewart critically injured, sparking urgent debates over shark control policies. An off-duty lifeguard’s heroic surfboard rescue and swift community response saved her life, while marine experts caution against culling sharks as a solution. Leah, who recently swam for breast cancer research, is now recovering as authorities lift a drone ban to enhance shark monitoring. The incident has shaken the community, forcing a reckoning with ocean safety and our relationship with marine life. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4d06171d097c57a1

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