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West Australian
27-05-2025
- Climate
- West Australian
Shark warning system offline: Alert tower at Lefthanders carpark in Gracetown not working due to tech issue
Surfers and water users in the Gracetown area at Lefthanders carpark should not rely on the shark warning system. The land-based tower at Lefthanders has a technical fault and is offline. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development said that the other shark warning systems in the area were working. A maintenance crew will be on site to repair the tower as soon as possible. Take additional caution if you are planning on being in the water at Lefthanders. Adhere to beach closures advised by local government rangers, Parks and Wildlife Service officers and Surf Life Saving WA. If you see a shark, report it to Water Police on 9442 8600. All shark sighting information reported to Water Police is provided to land managers and relevant authorities and to the public on the SharkSmart website, SharkSmart WA app and @SLSWA on X. Switch on your Sea Sense and stay informed of shark activity information by checking the SharkSmart website , download the SharkSmart WA app or follow Surf Life Saving WA Twitter – . Check for updates to this alert and to view other warnings and media releases.
Perth Now
27-05-2025
- Climate
- Perth Now
Shark warning system down at popular South West beach
Surfers and water users in the Gracetown area at Lefthanders carpark should not rely on the shark warning system. The land-based tower at Lefthanders has a technical fault and is offline. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development said that the other shark warning systems in the area were working. A maintenance crew will be on site to repair the tower as soon as possible. Take additional caution if you are planning on being in the water at Lefthanders. Adhere to beach closures advised by local government rangers, Parks and Wildlife Service officers and Surf Life Saving WA. If you see a shark, report it to Water Police on 9442 8600. All shark sighting information reported to Water Police is provided to land managers and relevant authorities and to the public on the SharkSmart website, SharkSmart WA app and @SLSWA on X. Switch on your Sea Sense and stay informed of shark activity information by checking the SharkSmart website download the SharkSmart WA app or follow Surf Life Saving WA Twitter – Check for updates to this alert and to view other warnings and media releases.
Perth Now
05-05-2025
- General
- Perth Now
Whale stranding sparks shark warning on south coast
A shark warning has been issued after authorities reported a whale stranding off the south coast on Monday. The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions spotted the school of whales at House Beach, about 10km east of Bremer Bay in the Shire of Jerramungup, at 5.03pm and reported the incident at 5.09pm. 'The Parks and Wildlife Service is responding to a report of seven false killer whales stranded at House Beach,' a Parks and Wildlife Service statement said. 'Due to the remote location, a DBCA staff member is currently travelling to the location to assess the situation, with additional personnel to be deployed at first light.' The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development subsequently issued a shark advice warning at 5.49pm as authorities fear the stranded animals will attract sharks close to the shore. DBCA are leading the response and managing the incident with staff from other agencies, including DPIRD officers. What to do: Take additional caution in the House Beach area. Adhere to beach closures advised by Local Government Rangers, Parks and Wildlife Service officers or Surf Life Saving WA (SLSWA). Use your Sea Sense and stay informed by checking for shark activity on the SharkSmart website, SharkSmart WA app or follow @SLSWA on X (formerly Twitter). If you see a shark, report it to Water Police on 9442 8600. All shark sighting information reported to Water Police is provided to land managers and relevant authorities and to the public on the SharkSmart website, SharkSmart WA app and @SLSWA on X.
