Leah Stewart battles life-threatening infection after Coogee Beach shark attack
Leah Stewart, a 34-year-old shark attack victim, faces life-threatening infection risks after being mauled at Coogee Beach on Saturday. Her brother warned of extreme contamination from sand and debris in her extensive wounds. As her family supports her through recovery at St Vincent’s Hospital, NSW Premier Chris Minns declared a shark emergency amid rising attack concerns.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 08:52 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 09:01 UTC
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