Coogee shark attack hero recounts dramatic rescue with shark still nearby | ABC NEWS

A 35-year-old woman remains in a critical but stable condition after being bitten by a shark believed to be 3 to 4 metres long off Sydney’s Coogee Beach.
Charlie Verco overcame his fear of being attacked and paddled the woman back to shore.
The off-duty lifeguard says more needs to be done to ensure the safety of beachgoers as the woman 'did everything right' but was still attacked.

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