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Sydney reopens beaches after tar ball scare

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79% Informative

Eight beaches including Bondi - the city's most famous - were closed earlier this week .

Officials say tests found the balls to be formed from chemicals similar to those in cosmetics and cleaning products.

The balls are not highly toxic to humans but should not be touched or picked up, officials say.

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80

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81

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30

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formal

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English

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55

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