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Shark attack victim 'overjoyed' to be reunited with daughter

ABC Australia · Jun 25, 2026, 6:55 AM · Also reported by 2 other sources

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Leah Stewart is no longer in critical condition, her brother said.
The family of shark attack victim Leah Stewart say she has been reunited with her daughter August.
The 34-year-old is now out of critical condition after 12 days in intensive care, her brother said.

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Leah Stewart is no longer in critical condition, her brother said. (Supplied: Stewart family)

The family of shark attack victim Leah Stewart say she has been reunited with her daughter August.

The 34-year-old is now out of critical condition after 12 days in intensive care, her brother said.

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Shark attack victim 'overjoyed' to be reunited with daughter

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