Charlize Zmuda, 17, was swimming in an unpatrolled section of the popular Woorim Beach at Bribie Island, north of Brisbane, just before 5pm on Monday when the shark bit her, ABC News reports.

The father of shark attack victim Charlize Zmuda has spoken of his heartbreak at the sudden and shocking loss of his 17-year-old daughter. Supported by Surf Life Saving Queensland, Stephen Zmuda ...

Mr Zmuda, earlier told media on Tuesday his daughter was dedicated to her community. “Charlize was a member of our club since she was eight years old,” Mr Zmuda said.