UPDATE 4pm: BEACHES throughout the Ballina Shire will remain closed over the weekend following more shark sightings in the area over the past two days. <\/p>\n
A number of shark sightings have been reported, including one that was spotted by surf live-savers at Lighthouse Beach earlier today. <\/p>\n
The latest sightings, and the fact that large numbers of bait fish remain present in the area, have prompted the decision to keep beaches closed until 6pm Sunday. <\/p>\n
Police and local life-savers will reassess the situation on Sunday evening. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
INITIAL REPORT: BEACHES across Ballina Shire will be closed again today, with Ballina Surf Life Saving Club deciding to keepShelly Beach and Lighthouse Beach closed until at least Monday. <\/p>\n
SLS North Coast duty officer Garry Meredith said lifesavers were consulting with Ballina Shire Council and police and would make a group decision on the remainder of the coastline later today. <\/p>\n
Lifesavers have staked 21 closed signs along the Shire's beaches and will continue to monitor the beaches today with jetskis and vehicles. <\/p>\n
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