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Beach burial: Remains of a juvenile humpback whale have been buried close to where they were washed up at Shoreham beach. Pictures: Yanni

Shark alert ends surf day Stephen Taylor steve@mpnews.com.au A DAY of fun in the water at Point Leo for up to 150 people with disabilities was called off on Saturday because of sharks. It was feared sharks would be attracted to the beach by a rotting whale carcass washed up on the beach at nearby Shoreham on Wednesday. The committee of the Disabled Surfers Association Mornington Peninsula changed the year’s first event from surfing to a barbecue – although the

shark threat did not deter surfers enjoying the first swell in Western Port since the New Year. DSA Mornington Peninsula president Ashley Gardner said the event’s cancellation followed consultation with members of the committee, local shark expert Kent Stannard (Tag for Life), as well as a marine biologist and Point Leo Foreshore reserve regarding removal of whale carcass. The poor condition of the juvenile humpback meant it was not possible to determine its cause of death, but the presence of three orcas – killer whales – off Seal Rocks the previous may

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in a safe and coordinated way,� she said. Anyone seeing a shark or a swimmer in danger should call 000 or notify lifesavers if at a patrolled beach. Swimmers are advised not to swim in places where human or animal waste enters the water, and not to remain in the water with bleeding wounds. They should keep away from large schools of fish, seals or other wildlife. The latest sighting information is on the VicEmergency website and app. For information on staying safe around sharks visit lsv.com.au/sharksafety online.

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