Humpback whale entangled in rope off Shelly Beach, Port Macquarie

Matt Attard
Updated September 17 2017 - 3:09pm, first published 12:52pm
Struggling: The humpback whale has been freed from rope but struggle close to shore. Photo: Blake Studders.
Struggling: The humpback whale has been freed from rope but struggle close to shore. Photo: Blake Studders.

2.30pm – A 12 metre humpback whale entangled in rope off Shelly Beach has been freed. A large shark remains in the vicinity of the rescue and the whale is still struggling close to shore.

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Matt Attard

Matt Attard

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I was raised in Port Macquarie and consider myself a true Port local. I'm a die-hard rugby league fan and don't mind taking a photo or two. I'd love to hear from you, so please contact me at any time.

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