A famous Aussie beach has been closed until further notice after mysterious spherical debris washed up along the coast.
Coogee Beach in Sydney’s east was immediately closed after lifeguards discovered the worrying discovery on Tuesday afternoon.
Environmental officers have collected samples of the black debris for testing and the incident has been reported to the NSW Environment Protection Authority and BeachWatch NSW.
Beachgoers are urged to avoid the area and avoid touching debris as cleanup and investigations continue.
“Council is investigating the origin and composition of the material, which appears as dark spheres,” said a statement from Randwick Council.
The debris has yet to be officially identified, but it could be “tar balls,” which are formed when oil comes into contact with debris and water.
Lifeguards discovered black, ball-shaped debris washed up along Coogee Beach on Tuesday afternoon
Coogee Beach remains closed indefinitely following the discovery of black, spherical debris
It is understood that Coogee is the only beach affected at this stage.
“The council is currently arranging for the material to be safely removed from the beach and is inspecting other nearby beaches,” the statement said.
Coogee will remain closed until authorities can determine what the substance is.
“Crews are working to safely remove the material under the supervision of an industrial hygienist and we are still awaiting test results,” a council spokesperson told Daily Mail Australia on Tuesday evening.
Randwick City Council is investigating the origin and composition of the material, which has the appearance of dark spheres
The council will consider the issue again on Wednesday.
Daily Mail Australia has contacted the NSW Environment Protection Authority for further comment.