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News & Alerts

20 May 2019

Shark ADVICE for the WA Shark Monitoring Network

Current Alerts and Warnings

Update 20 May 2019 at 8:45am

The partial system outage for the Shark Monitoring Network, relating to the Swanbourne satellite-linked receiver has now been resolved. The Shark Monitoring Network is now fully operational.

Keep informed of the latest detections and sighting information by checking the Shark Activity Map on the SharkSmart website – www.sharksmart.com.au/shark-activity or the Surf Life Saving WA Twitter – twitter.com/SLSWA.

The Shark Notification System forms part of a range of shark hazard mitigation strategies in place.  See www.sharksmart.com.au for additional information.

If you see a shark, report it to Water Police on 9442 8600.

 

14 May 2019

Shark ADVICE for the WA Shark Monitoring Network

Current Alerts and Warnings

Alert level:

A shark ADVICE has been issued for Perth metropolitan area water users, due to a partial outage in the shark notification system at the locations 1.5 km off Scarborough and Swanbourne.

13 May 2019

Shark ADVICE for Cheynes Beach (Waychinicup), east of Albany

Current Alerts and Warnings

Update 1.30pm 13 May 2019

Officers from the City of Albany with assistance from officers from the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions have successfully removed the whale  carcass from Cheynes Beach (Waychinicup).

Beach users should continue to take caution in the area where the whale carcass was situated as any residue from the carcass may continue to act as a shark attractant.

Bring your Sea Sense to the beach. Stay informed by checking for shark activity before you go to the beach.

If you see a shark, report it to Water Police on 9442 8600.

02 May 2019

Shark ADVICE for the WA Shark Notification System

Current Alerts and Warnings

Update on 2 May 2019 at 1pm

The partial system outage for the Shark Monitoring Network, relating to the Smiths Beach satellite-linked receiver has now been resolved. The VR4 monitoring buoy has been reconnected to its mooring. The Shark Monitoring Network is fully operational.

Keep informed of the latest detections and sighting information by checking the Shark Activity Map on the SharkSmart website – www.sharksmart.com.au/shark-activity or the Surf Life Saving WA Twitter – twitter.com/SLSWA.

The Shark Notification System forms part of a range of shark hazard mitigation strategies in place.  See www.sharksmart.com.au for additional information.

If you see a shark, report it to Water Police on 9442 8600.

 

29 April 2019

Shark WARNING for Injidup Beach, near Yallingup

Current Alerts and Warnings

Alert level:
A shark WARNING has been issued for Injidup Beach, adjacent to Injidup Car Park near the town of Yallingup, after an interaction with a shark and a surfer was reported at 6.00pm today.

27 April 2019

Shark WARNING for Gantheaume Point, near Broome

Current Alerts and Warnings

Alert level:
A shark WARNING has been issued for Gantheaume Point near Broome after an interaction with a three metre shark, approximately 300m south of the mooring area, was reported by a kayak fisherman.

12 April 2019

$8 million boost for WA’s scientific shark hazard mitigation strategy

Media Release
  • Additional $8 million committed for shark hazard mitigation in WA
  • More funding for Surf Life Saving WA helicopter, drone, beach and jet ski patrols
  • Over the next two years more than $12 million to be spent on keeping WA beaches safe 
12 April 2019

BEN signs are already playing their part in coastal emergencies

Media Release
  • More than 500 BEN signs expected to be installed in Perth and regional WA by the end of May
  • McGowan Government initiative is bringing a new level of safety to WA beach locations
03 April 2019

Shark ADVICE for the WA Shark Notification System

Current Alerts and Warnings

Update on 3 April at 2.20pm

The partial system outage for the Shark Monitoring Network, relating to the Scarborough Beach offshore satellite-linked receiver has now been resolved. The Shark Monitoring Network is fully operational.

Keep informed of the latest detections and sighting information by checking the Shark Activity Map on the SharkSmart website – www.sharksmart.com.au/shark-activity or the Surf Life Saving WA Twitter – twitter.com/SLSWA.

The Shark Notification System forms part of a range of shark hazard mitigation strategies in place.  See www.sharksmart.com.au for additional information.

If you see a shark, report it to Water Police on 9442 8600

29 March 2019

Surf’s up, be safe and save: 500 more personal shark deterrents available

Media Release
  • Additional 500 rebates available for scientifically proven personal shark deterrent devices
  • Using a personal shark deterrent is good sea sense for surfers and divers
  • $200 subsidy available on approved devices purchased through a registered retailer