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47yr old man drowns at Port Stephen’s beach

3 drownings and 31 rescues in two months

A tragic start to the school holidays this weekend… a man dying, after he was pulled from the surf at Port Stephens.

The 47-year-old was visiting from Sydney with family, when it’s believed he became caught in a rip at Birubi Beach, late yesterday.

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Toni Ambrogetti

Toni joined NBN News in 2023 after reporting in North West NSW for 3 years. A Newcastle local Toni is thrilled to be reporting in her home town. She became a journalist after a decade long career as a performer around the world. Toni is passionate about politics, crime, and investigative journalism. But she won't miss an opportunity to film a story about dogs. If you've got a tip get in touch - toni.ambrogetti@nine.com.au

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