‘Fiercely loyal, endlessly generous’ young father named as victim of Rottnest Island shark attack
Steven Mattaboni, a 38-year-old surveyor and father of two, was fatally bitten by a shark at Rottnest Island. His wife described him as a devoted father and a generous man who loved the ocean. The incident has prompted condolences from the community and officials, highlighting the tragic loss.
- ▪Steven Mattaboni was identified as the victim of a shark attack at Rottnest Island.
- ▪He was a devoted father to two young daughters and an avid fisherman.
- ▪A five-metre white shark was spotted near the incident site shortly before the attack.
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Perth surveyor Steven Mattaboni, 38, died after being bitten by a shark at Rottnest Island on Saturday. Photograph: SuppliedView image in fullscreenPerth surveyor Steven Mattaboni, 38, died after being bitten by a shark at Rottnest Island on Saturday. Photograph: SuppliedAustralia news‘Fiercely loyal, endlessly generous’ young father named as victim of Rottnest Island shark attackSteven Mattaboni, 38, was a ‘one-of-a-kind gentleman’ and devoted father of two young daughters, his wife Shirene said Caitlin CassidySun 17 May 2026 02.53 EDTLast modified on Sun 17 May 2026 02.57 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA father of two young daughters, husband and avid fisher has been identified as the victim of a fatal shark attack at Rottnest Island in Western Australia.Steven Mattaboni, 38, a…
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