Framing favors reconsideration of active shark control measures like SMART drumlines
The article emphasizes expert and fisherman support for reintroducing SMART drumlines, citing success in NSW while downplaying ecological concerns or reasons for the original trial's failure beyond low catch numbers. This creates a subtle push toward policy re-evaluation.
“I believe the smart drumline trial in Western Australia, if it had the flexibility and the model was set out in the right way, I believe it would be very successful.”
