Drones patrol Coogee Beach after ban lifted as NSW government won't rule out shark culls
Authorities have temporarily lifted a drone flight ban at Coogee Beach in Sydney to allow for shark surveillance following a recent attack. The NSW government is currently negotiating with aviation regulators to make this safety measure permanent.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the tension between public safety measures and aviation regulations in urban coastal areas.
A ban on flying shark-spotting drones over Coogee Beach due to its proximity to Sydney Airport has been temporarily lifted following yesterday s shark attack.
The article reports on a public safety issue and government response without editorializing.
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