The State Government has revealed a tagging programme in the Swan River could become reality amid elevated concerns about sharks following the death of a 16-year-old girl near the Fremantle Traffic bridge. 

Fisheries Minister Don Punch says WA's first-ever river-based shark barrier will be installed at the Bicton Baths and he is urging other local councils to follow. 

"He is quite embarrassing when he talks about this stuff because unfortunately he doesn't have a great background in fisheries and waterways management," Karl said on 6PR Breakfast.

The State Government has revealed a tagging programme in the Swan River could become reality amid elevated concerns about sharks following the death of a 16-year-old girl near the Fremantle Traffic bridge. 
Fisheries Minister Don Punch says WA's first-ever river-based shark barrier will be installed at the Bicton Baths and he is urging other local councils to follow. 
"He is quite embarrassing when he talks about this stuff because unfortunately he doesn't have a great background in fisheries and waterways management," Karl said on 6PR Breakfast.

If it's happening in Perth, you'll hear about it first on 6PR Breakfast with Millsy and Karl!

If it's happening in Perth, you'll hear about it first on 6PR Breakfast with Millsy and Karl!

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