‘Almost looks fake’: two Sydney beaches closed after whale carcass washes up
Swimming banned at Maroubra and Coogee while council prioritises ‘culturally respectful’ removal of remains Coogee and Maroubra beaches have been closed as…
The Guardian reports: Swimming banned at Maroubra and Coogee while council prioritises ‘culturally respectful’ removal of remains Coogee and Maroubra beaches have been closed as a precaution after a whale carcass washed up on the rocks between the two busy swimming and surfing spots in Sydney’s eastern suburbs.
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