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The search and rescue operation off Obelisk Beach on Monday. Pic - Nine News

Man dies while in Sydney Harbour

05/10/2021

The body of a man who went swimming in Sydney Harbour on the Labour Day public holiday has been recovered by police divers.

Emergency services were called to Obelisk Beach, Middle Head about 5.10pm on Monday following reports a swimmer had not resurfaced.

For the full story, see: https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/man-dies-while-swimming-out-to-yacht-in-sydney-harbour-20211005-p58x7z.html

By Sarah McPhee

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