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Australian shark attack survivor leans on global support after losing arm to 12-foot great white
world6 days ago

Australian shark attack survivor leans on global support after losing arm to 12-foot great white

Thirty-five-year-old Leah Stewart, a Sydney mother and high school assistant principal, was attacked by a roughly 12-foot great white shark at Coogee Beach on June 13, 2026, sustaining severe bites that led to the amputation of her arm after a two-week medically induced coma. Her brother said she’s had challenging days but draws strength from messages of support, and more than $500,000 has been raised on GoFundMe to help the family as she recovers.

via New York Post|
#australia#coogee-beach#gofundme
Sydney mom survives shark attack, wakes from coma to tell family she loves them
world-news16 days ago

Sydney mom survives shark attack, wakes from coma to tell family she loves them

Leah Stewart, 35, a mom and teacher, was severely injured by a great white shark off Coogee Beach in Sydney, losing an arm. After a week on life support, she was extubated and briefly woke from a medically induced coma to tell her family, 'I love you,' before being sedated again. She will need multiple surgeries as she recovers in ICU, with doctors optimistic about progress. A GoFundMe has raised over AU$505,000 toward a AU$550,000 goal; Stewart is known for charitable swims, including breast cancer fundraising and the Coogee Island Challenge.

via New York Post|
#arm-amputation#australia#coogee-beach
Sydney shark attack survivor wakes from coma, whispers 'I love you' to family
world17 days ago

Sydney shark attack survivor wakes from coma, whispers 'I love you' to family

A 34-year-old Sydney teacher, Leah Stewart, woke from a 10-day coma after being bitten by a great white at Coogee Beach, telling her mother and partner that she loves them. She has undergone five surgeries, including an arm amputation, with more planned, and a fundraiser has raised around AU$488,000. As sharks remain active off Sydney, NSW officials plan to roll out world-leading drone surveillance to monitor beaches (with Surf Life Saving drones already in use) rather than pursuing culling, because great whites are a protected species; shark nets are expected to be reinstalled in September.

via The Guardian|
#coogee-beach#drone-surveillance#great-white
Sydney shark attack survivor briefly awakens from coma
australia17 days ago

Sydney shark attack survivor briefly awakens from coma

A 34-year-old teacher, Leah Stewart, who was bitten by a shark at Coogee Beach more than a week ago, has briefly woken from an induced coma as doctors tapered her sedation. She remains in critical condition after multiple surgeries, including arm amputation, with more procedures planned in coming weeks; her family called the moment a positive sign and said they are hopeful for her long-term recovery.

via BBC|
#australia#coma#coogee-beach
Coogee mother and teacher fights for life after horrific great white attack
world-news24 days ago

Coogee mother and teacher fights for life after horrific great white attack

A 35-year-old Leah Stewart, a loving mother and local teacher whose baby was on the beach, is on life support after a great white shark mauled her while she swam about 100 feet from shore off Coogee Beach, Sydney. She suffered severe injuries and lost an arm; doctors amputated the limb and her condition remains critical as first responders stabilized her and she was airlifted to St. Vincent’s Hospital. An off-duty lifeguard pulled her from the water, and a on-scene critical-care doctor assisted with care. Stewart, who has a 1-year-old daughter, is described by family as devoted and energetic; a GoFundMe page has been set up to cover medical expenses. She recently participated in long-distance swims for charity. Australia has seen a recent uptick in shark incidents, with several fatal attacks reported this year.

via New York Post|
#australia#coogee-beach#mom
Coogee Beach shark attack leaves woman seriously injured
world27 days ago

Coogee Beach shark attack leaves woman seriously injured

A 35-year-old woman was seriously injured after a shark bite at Coogee Beach in Sydney; bystanders pulled her from the water, she received first aid at the scene and was airlifted to hospital, with several nearby beaches closed as a precaution. Eyewitnesses described a pool of blood and splashing as lifeguards tried to assist. The attack follows other recent shark incidents in Australia, including deaths in Western Australia, highlighting ongoing shark risks along the coast.

via BBC|
#coogee-beach#injuries#shark