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flag Queensland expanded drone surveillance to six beaches post-2025 shark death, boosting non-lethal monitoring.

flag Queensland has expanded its SharkSmart drone surveillance to six new beaches, including parts of the southern Gold Coast, following a fatal shark attack in February 2025 and growing criticism of traditional shark nets and drum lines. flag The program, now funded at over $88 million with 60% allocated to non-lethal tech, has conducted 545 flights and detected 149 sharks since its expansion. flag Drones provide real-time alerts and monitor rip currents, offering dual safety benefits. flag The government has secured permits for flights in restricted airspace, signaling a shift toward science-backed, sustainable shark management amid concerns over environmental harm from older methods.

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