There were blue skies and a light breeze on the day swimmer Leah Stewart was mauled by a great white shark.
A week later, it seemed only fitting the same perfect conditions greeted her community on Sunday as thousands of people returned to the water, many for the first time since the shocking attack.
The 35-year-old mum remains in a critical condition after undergoing multiple surgeries for her injuries - including an arm amputation - since the June 13 incident.
A great white shark, which is a protected species, is thought to have been responsible, despite Ms Stewart swimming between the flags and "doing all the right things".
At least 1000 people joined Sunday's organised swim-out, led by Coogee Surf Life Saving Club and Randwick City Council, with thousands more gathering on the beach to show their support.
