Gold Coast tempting fate with night surfing plan, says shark expert
A shark behaviour expert suggests a night surfing plan near the Gold Coast's Tweed River outflow, but warns it might not be a great idea. Floodlights could bring in sharks, which bull sharks are known for, especially at night. The plan involves a one-off event, not permanent, and would be asking for trouble if more frequent.
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Published 04 Nov 2026, 05:26 UTC · Updated 04 Nov 2026, 05:31 UTC
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