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Sydney seashores reopen as composition of ‘thriller’ balls revealed

By Editorial Board Published October 19, 2024 2 Min Read
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Sydney seashores reopen as composition of ‘thriller’ balls revealed

Bondi Seaside has reopened for swimmers after round 2,000 black balls washed ashore in Sydney this week.

The tar-like spheres began showing on Tuesday and a number of seashores had been shut as a result of fears they could possibly be extremely poisonous.

Staff in orange boiler fits and face masks have been gathering the balls over the previous couple of days.

Tar balls are often caused by oil spills. Pic: Randwick City Council

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Pic: Randwick Metropolis Council

They had been initially believed to be tar balls, shaped when oil comes into contact with particles and water, usually because of oil spills or seepage.

Authorities mentioned this weekend checks had been ongoing and the supply remained “somewhat of a mystery” – however they now know what’s in them.

“Based on advice from the Environment Protection Authority, we can now confirm the balls are made up of fatty acids, chemicals consistent with those found in cleaning and cosmetic products, mixed with some fuel oil,” mentioned New South Wales maritime boss Mark Hutchings.

He mentioned they had been nonetheless washing up on Friday however in fewer numbers.

Pic: Randwick City Council

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A number of seashores had been closed as a precaution. Pic: Randwick Metropolis Council

The balls aren’t believed to be dangerous when left on the sand however the public are nonetheless suggested to not contact them.

The spillage had compelled councils to shut seashores together with Bondi, Bronte, Maroubra, Clovelly, Tamarama, Gordon’s Bay and Coogee as a precaution.

Sydney is famend for its seashores and has greater than 100 in its harbour and alongside the oceanfront.

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