Yahoo News reported on Monday that AFL fans visiting Adelaide<\/a> for last weekend\u2019s Gather Round were shocked to see the huge shark <\/a>when visiting the beach. \u201cWe\u2019re keeping our eyes open for sure,\u201d one witness said.<\/p>\n That\u2019s the approach police want people to have while at Aldinga <\/a>and nearby beaches over the busy Easter break. In conjunction with partner agencies, the SA Police Water Operations Unit will have increased water patrols over the Easter long weekend, paying particular attention to the Aldinga Beach area.<\/p>\n \u201cWe want the public to enjoy our beautiful beaches, but to do so safely,\u201d Senior Sergeant Andrew Suter from South Australia Police\u2019s Water Operations Unit said on Thursday.<\/p>\n \u201cWhile authorities are monitoring the loitering shark in the vicinity of Aldinga Beach, we encourage beachgoers to be vigilant and adhere to all rules and regulations when on the water.\u201d<\/p>\n Shark Watch SA said they would be continuing drone surveillance on Friday but after a week of searching it suspected the shark may have moved further south. Shark Watch also advised a sighting of a bronze whaler shark on Thursday at Maslin Beach, just north of Aldinga.<\/p>\n Great white movements along SA beaches ‘unpredictable’<\/p>\n Scientist Dr Michael Drew with the South Australian Research and Development Institute said white sharks can visit the region’s beaches<\/a> at any time of year and their behaviour can be unpredictable.<\/p>\n \u201cThe near-shore coastal marine environment is an important habitat for juvenile and sub-adult (up to 4m) white sharks as it provides access to preferred prey species, such as small-bodied sharks, rays, and larger fish species like Australian salmon and snapper,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n Surf lifesavers will have one jet rescue boat dedicated to patrolling Adelaide\u2019s southern beaches over the long weekend. A second jet boat will be available for the northern beaches. These patrols will take place between 10am and 6pm each day.<\/p>\n Visitors to South Australia\u2019s beaches are asked to take the following precautions:<\/p>\n Swimmers should not enter murky waters, deep channels and areas next to river mouths<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Avoid swimming near food sources like large schools of fish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Use the Beachsafe App to check for safety information on the beach you are visiting.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Fishers are reminded that using blood, bone, meat, offal or animal skin (other than a fish, worm or insect) is prohibited in South Australian waters. Offences can be reported to the 24-hour Fishwatch hotline on 1800 065 522.<\/p>\n Do you have a story tip? Email: <\/strong>newsroomau@yahoonews.com<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n You can also follow us on <\/strong>Facebook<\/strong><\/a>, <\/strong>Instagram<\/strong><\/a>, <\/strong>TikTok<\/strong><\/a>, <\/strong>Twitter<\/strong><\/a> and <\/strong>YouTube<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n
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