Four Corners report finds shark net programs do not prevent attacks

By Lucy Cormack
Updated February 8 2016 - 9:13pm, first published 8:33pm
New analysis shows no link between the density of sharks and the number of attacks in an area. Photo: Richard Vevers
New analysis shows no link between the density of sharks and the number of attacks in an area. Photo: Richard Vevers
New analysis of shark attacks point to the need for alternative mitigation methods to be considered. Photo: Natalie Grono
New analysis of shark attacks point to the need for alternative mitigation methods to be considered. Photo: Natalie Grono

Shark mitigation programs on NSW beaches  have no statistical impact on the number of shark attacks, new analysis to be aired on ABC's Four Corners has found.