By HELEN GREGORYJan. 14, 2015, 6 a.m.

NEWCASTLE: Beaches are likely to be closed for a record-breaking fifth day in a row on Wednesday.

Swimmers stranded on the sand at Nobbys on Tuesday after more shark sightings. Pic: Darren Pateman

Lifeguard Adam Metcalfe searches for the shark near the mouth of the Hunter river. Pic: Darren Pateman

Lifeguard Adam Metcalfe searches for the shark near the mouth of the Hunter river. Pic: Darren Pateman

Lifeguard Scott Hammerton on duty at Nobbys. Pic: Darren Pateman

Swimmers stranded on the sand at Nobbys on Tuesday after more shark sightings. Pic: Darren Pateman

Lifeguard Adam Metcalfe warns a kayaker about shark sightings on Tuesday. Pic: Darren Pateman

Lifeguard Scott Hammerton on duty at Nobbys. Pic: Darren Pateman

Newcastle Beaches closed for the fourth day due to shark sighting. Image shows people swimming in the rockpool at Bar Beach. Pic Darren Pateman

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People sit on Nobbys Beach on Tuesday after it was closed. Photo: Darren Pateman

Newcastle's beaches are closed on Wednesday for a record fifth day in a row after four shark sightings in 24 hours, a police boat's close encounter and the discovery of the washed-up remains of a dolphin suspected to have been killed by a shark.

Nobbys Beach inspector Scott Hammerton was on a jet-ski investigating a shark lingering at the end of the breakwall about 2.30pm on Tuesday when water police called him to the northern end of Burwood Beach.

This dolphin was possibly attacked by a shark. Photo: Craig Hollier

"A four-metre great white came up to the police launch, had a look at the boat, flicked its tail and went underneath it," Mr Hammerton told The Newcastle Herald.

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"It was right on the surface, about 50 metres behind the waves, before heading into the surf zone.

"At this point, we decided to call it off, it was not worth getting any closer."

Surfers ride the waves at Merewether despite shark warnings. Photo: Darren Pateman

Mr Hammerton said the sightings confirmed at least two sharks were cruising along the city's coastline.

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Newcastle beaches closed for record fifth day after four shark sightings in 24 hours

Newcastle's beaches have been closed for a fourth straight day because of fears over a shark.

Continued sightings of a five-metre great white shark off the Newcastle coast has closed beaches for a fourth straight day.

Newcastle City Council beach inspector Mick Body says the closure has been the longest in his memory.

"We're a little bit frustrated, especially today because it's such a nice day," he said.

"We are still searching and being cautious, we're constantly getting sightings from members of the public."

Mr Body said he was waiting for the Westpac Life Saver Helicopter to fly over the coastline and hopefully give the all clear.

The helicopter has been busy with medical emergencies throughout Tuesday.

While some surfers have found the waves too tempting, most had kept clear of the water since the shark was first seen on Saturday afternoon at Merewether Beach.

The latest sighting at Dudley beach on Tuesday morning could indicate the shark was moving south of Newcastle, reversing its northbound route overnight.

Although a jet ski has been patrolling the beaches, Mr Body said a helicopter was needed to get a good look.

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Newcastle beaches remain closed as a shark continues to lurk near the coast for a fifth day.

Newcastle beach inspectors say it's too risky to reopen beaches with a five-metre shark lurking near the coast for a fifth straight day.

A great white shark of this size could bite someone in half, says Nobbys Beach inspector Paul Bernard.

"You don't get a second chance with these things, [a] bite can be fatal," he told AAP.

"We've never had a shark this size hanging around."

The inspector, who was just metres away from the shark during a jet ski beach patrol, said it had been sighted numerous times.

The shark was last seen by water police in a boat at about 2.30pm on Tuesday at Burwood Beach, near Merewether Beach where it was first sighted on Saturday afternoon.

As a result, beaches have remained closed for a record fifth day in a row.

Mr Bernard said the council was taking the decision seriously, especially as beach kiosks and businesses could be affected.

"Would I go into the water? Would I put my kids in the water? No," Mr Bernard said.

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Newcastle beaches remain closed as a shark continues to lurk near the coast for a fifth day.

Newcastle beach inspectors say it's too risky to reopen beaches with a five-metre shark lurking near the coast for a fifth straight day.

A great white shark of this size could bite someone in half, says Nobbys Beach inspector Paul Bernard.

"You don't get a second chance with these things, [a] bite can be fatal," he told AAP.

"We've never had a shark this size hanging around."

The inspector, who was just metres away from the shark during a jet ski beach patrol, said it had been sighted numerous times.

The shark was last seen by water police in a boat at about 2.30pm on Tuesday at Burwood Beach, near Merewether Beach where it was first sighted on Saturday afternoon.

As a result, beaches have remained closed for a record fifth day in a row.

Mr Bernard said the council was taking the decision seriously, especially as beach kiosks and businesses could be affected.

"Would I go into the water? Would I put my kids in the water? No," Mr Bernard said.

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By HELEN GREGORY and MATT CARRJan. 13, 2015, 8:46 a.m.

NEWCASTLE: A 5m shark has been spotted, leaving a question mark over when beaches will reopen.

Lifeguard Adam Metcalfe searches for the shark near the mouth of the Hunter river. Pic: Darren Pateman

Lifeguard Adam Metcalfe searches for the shark near the mouth of the Hunter river. Pic: Darren Pateman

Lifeguard Scott Hammerton on duty at Nobbys. Pic: Darren Pateman

Swimmers stranded on the sand at Nobbys on Tuesday after more shark sightings. Pic: Darren Pateman

Lifeguard Adam Metcalfe warns a kayaker about shark sightings on Tuesday. Pic: Darren Pateman

Lifeguard Scott Hammerton on duty at Nobbys. Pic: Darren Pateman

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So many people are visiting the harbour beaches in Coromandel's Whangamata concern is held for their safety.

The lifeguard service has been urgently extended to include the wharf and harbour beaches.

"With the extended fine weather and cool on-shore breeze, upwards of 400 people per day are making their way to the harbour beaches," Thames Coromandel District Council area manager Garry Towler said.

People were enjoying the more sheltered bay and wharf jumping zones and in the last week there had been more people on the wharf beaches than the main beach, he said.

"The rise in numbers using the harbour beaches increases the risks not only to those in the water but to boaties and charter operators using the wharf as well."

The Whangamata Community Board approved a discretionary fund over the weekend to get a professional lifeguard and volunteer on site, he said.

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So many people are visiting the harbour beaches in Coromandel's Whangamata, lifeguards have concerns for the public's safety.

The lifeguard service has been urgently extended to include the wharf and harbour beaches.

"With the extended fine weather and cool on-shore breeze, upwards of 400 people per day are making their way to the harbour beaches," Thames Coromandel District Council area manager Garry Towler said.

People were enjoying the more sheltered bay and wharf jumping zones and in the last week there had been more people on the wharf beaches than the main beach, he said.

"The rise in numbers using the harbour beaches increases the risks not only to those in the water but to boaties and charter operators using the wharf as well."

The Whangamata Community Board approved a discretionary fund over the weekend to get a professional lifeguard and volunteer on site, he said.

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A longtime landfill fee dispute between the city of Jacksonville and two Beaches communities involving hundreds of thousands of dollars might be nearing an end for one but not the other city on the shore.

The dispute is rooted in Neptune Beachs and Atlantic Beachs solid waste dumped at the citys Trail Ridge Landfill. Jacksonville asserts both Beaches municipalities owe it tipping fees under interlocal agreements. Jacksonville Beach doesnt have such an agreement.

Atlantic Beach is poised to resolve its dispute over tipping and sludge fees with Jacksonville. On Monday, the Atlantic Beach City Commission will discuss the negotiated settlement calling for it to pay $322,709 to the city. The commission could take a final vote at its Feb. 9 meeting.

The Jacksonville City Council also must approve it. The proposed settlement could be introduced to the City Council as early as Tuesday. If not then, the next opportunity would be the Jan. 27 council meeting.

Neptune Beach and the city are at an impasse. Jacksonville says it is owed about $673,965 in tipping fees by Neptune Beach from fiscal year 2011-12 through November 2014. Neptune Beach, however, says it shouldnt have to pay any past tipping fees because other Duval County municipalities dont pay them. It also says Jacksonville owes it money for animal control services.

Neither side appears willing to compromise. No talks between the two cities had been scheduled as officials on each side blame the other for failing to resolve the ongoing dispute.

Neptune Beach Mayor Harriet Pruette as well as Jacksonville City Council member Bill Gulliford, whose district includes the Beaches, accuse Jacksonville Mayor Alvin Brown of ignoring that community and the needs of its residents. Brown also has dragged out the tipping fee dispute, which dates back to 2011, each told the Times-Union in separate interviews.

Mayor Alvin Brown, in my opinion, regarding tipping fees has completely ignored Neptune Beach. He has not done anything , Pruette said. I might not get the resolution I would like to see. But I would certainly like to resolve where we are and get something concrete that the council could either say yes or no to. Right now, were just in limbo, Pruette said of her desire to settle the dispute.

David DeCamp, spokesman for Brown, told the Times-Union that Karen Bowling, former city chief administrative officer, as well as other senior staff and department heads have tried repeatedly to work out an agreement with Neptune Beach just as we have with Atlantic Beach.

The over-arching goal has always been to protect the countys taxpayers and make sure everyone is treated fairly over this issue, DeCamp said. The city has tried to operate transparently on this and provide them all the information we can, he said.

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Great white shark closes Newcastle beaches

Newcastle beaches have been closed for a third straight day following the sighting of a great white shark off the city's coastline.

Lifeguards spotted the large shark on Monday morning and are monitoring its progress between Nobbys and Stockton beaches.

"Our beaches are currently closed and the rest of the city's beaches will once again be closed today," said Nobbys beach inspector Paul Bernard.

It's believed to be the same shark that was first seen on Saturday afternoon at Merewether Beach and it appears to have moved up north, with the entire coastline being shut down.

A Westpac helicopter patrol on Monday morning returned with no sighting but lifeguards are continuing their watch.

"People have been sighting it from the break walls and lifeguards have been seeing fins in the water," Mr Bernard told AAP.

"It's quite irregular to have them hanging around constantly," he said.

He cited increased marine activity, overcast and warm weather as possible reasons for the shark's prolonged presence.

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The Life Guard service at Whangamata has been extended to include the wharf and harbour beaches.

An explosion in numbers enjoying the more sheltered bay and wharf jumping zones this holiday period has prompted the decision by Area Manager Garry Towler to go to the Community Board for Discretionary Fund support to get a professional life guard and volunteer on site.

"With the extended fine weather and cool on shore breeze, upwards of 400 people per day are making their way to the harbour beaches," says Mr Towler.

"The rise in numbers using the harbour beaches increases the risks not only to those in the water but to boaties and charter operators using the wharf as well. This past week there have been more people at the wharf beaches than on the main beach, so life guard support became critical."

Swift action by the Whangamata Community Board, who, over the weekend approved financial support and to Regional Surf Life Saving.

"I want to thank the whole Community Board who made the extra support able to happen in just 24 hours," Mr Towler added.

The Whangamata Community Board provided extra funding in just 24 hours to provide life guards at the wharf and harbour beaches.

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Newcastle beaches have been closed for a third straight day following the sighting of a great white shark off the city's coastline.

Lifeguards spotted the large shark on Monday morning and are monitoring its progress between Nobbys and Stockton beaches.

Newcastle City Council confirmed that jet-ski patrols on Monday had sighted the shark again, moving between Stockton and Nobbys.

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The beaches will not reopen until Tuesday at the earliest.

Nobbys beach inspector Paul Bernard said: "Our beaches are currently closed and the rest of the city's beaches will once again be closed today."

The shark is believed to be the same one that was first seen on Saturday afternoon at Merewether Beach and it appears to have moved up north, with the entire coastline being shut down.

A Westpac helicopter patrol on Monday morning returned with no sighting but lifeguards are continuing their watch.

"People have been sighting it from the break walls and lifeguards have been seeing fins in the water," Mr Bernard said.

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