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Australian shark attack victim grateful for 'second chance at life'

Australian shark attack victim grateful for 'second chance at life'
BBC News Monday 24 August 2026, 00:34 UTC 1 min read
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Leah Stewart was mauled by a shark in June, suffering multiple bites to her arms and legs.

Leah Stewart was mauled by a shark in June, suffering multiple bites to her arms and legs.
Australian (ORG) Leah Stewart (PERSON)
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