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'Shark nets protect politicians': Expert slams $2 million program
PoliticsShark net program criticism
A $2 million program to install shark nets has been slammed by an expert.
The expert claims the program is more about protecting politicians than effectively addressing shark safety.
- Coverage on "'Shark nets protect politicians': Expert slams $2 million program" is currently reported by center-aligned outlets with primary documentation.
Key Takeaways
- The program costs $2 million
- The expert believes the program is ineffective
- The program may be more about political protection than shark safety
- A $2 million shark net program has been implemented
- An expert has criticized the program
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What's Next
Expected Outcomes
- Further criticism of the program, potential review or cancellation
Why It Matters
The program's effectiveness and value for money are being questioned
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Timeline of this story
- 17m agoWAtoday: 'Shark nets protect politicians': Expert slams $2 million program
- 17m agoBrisbane Times (AU): A shark safety expert has claimed there is "no scientific evidence" that proves shark nets protect swimmers from shark attacks.
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