NSW is pausing its shark net reduction trial after fatal Long Reef beach attack. What’s the plan this summer?

A 57-year-old man was killed while surfing at Long Reef beach. His death has prompted the NSW premier to pause a planned trial to remove some shark nets in the state. Photograph: Dean Lewins/AAP

A deadly shark attack at Long Reef beach on Sydney’s northern beaches has reignited debate about New South Wales’ shark safety program.

Mercury Psillakis, 57, was surfing at Long Reef on Saturday when he was attacked by what was described as a large shark.