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flag New South Wales uses smart drumlines to track and safely release sharks, reducing risks while supporting conservation.

flag New South Wales, Australia, uses smart drumlines to track great white, bull, and tiger sharks, alerting response teams within 16 minutes of a catch. flag Teams safely secure sharks, collect data, attach acoustic tags, and release them over a kilometer offshore. flag Over 1,500 great whites have been tagged since the program began, with data shared via 37 coastal stations and the SharkSmart app to warn beachgoers. flag Despite global declines in shark populations, fatal attacks in Australia have risen to 57 in 25 years, linked to increased ocean activity and shifting shark movements due to warming seas. flag The initiative is part of a broader safety strategy including drones and nets, aiming to balance public safety with conservation.

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