News & Alerts

21 February 2019

Scientific non-lethal SMART drumline trial now underway

Media Release

The scientific trial will help fill knowledge gaps from trials off the NSW coast
Monthly reports will inform the community on sharks caught, tagged and relocated
Both seabed-based and satellite-linked receivers will monitor tagged shark movements

18 February 2019

Seabed receivers to track white shark movements in WA

Media Release

240 seabed receivers to be used in SMART drumline trial to track fine-scale movements of tagged sharks
Seabed monitors are in addition to three new real-time tagged shark detection receivers deployed in Gracetown
Non-lethal SMART drumline trial to get underway before the end of this month

18 February 2019

WA shark alarm technology to be used during SMART drumline trial

Media Release

McGowan Government to install nine new alarms with lights and sirens along the Gracetown coast
The alarms will let beachgoers know when there is SMART drumline trial activity
Built by a Perth company, Spectur, the alarms provide prompt, localised information

27 January 2019

Non-lethal SMART drumline trial to start next month

Media Release

Scientific trial to catch, tag and relocate sharks will commence in February and run for 15 months
Contractor appointed to operate the non-lethal drumlines
Training for the contractor will occur ahead of the full deployment of the drumlines
Chief Scientist to begin independent scientific evaluation 12 months into the trial

09 January 2019

More than 3,000 Western Australian surfers and divers boost their personal protection

Media Release

Surfers and divers take personal responsibility through McGowan Government’s world-first program
Just under 500 more shark deterrent device rebates now available
There are two scientifically proven devices available through the program

23 December 2018

500 more personal shark deterrent devices for surfers and divers available

Media Release

Subsidies on WA’s world-first personal shark deterrent program expanded
An additional $100,000 will deliver 500 more devices to help keep people safe
The devices are part of the strategy to bring more sea sense to WA beaches

08 December 2018

South-West beaches get new shark receivers in time for summer

Media Release

Shark monitoring network extended to Gracetown for the first time
Two satellite-linked receivers installed at Cowaramup Bay and one at Lefthanders
McGowan Government is doing more than ever before for shark mitigation in WA

08 December 2018

Beach safety boost with more BEN signs in place for summer

Media Release

Over 100 new Beach Emergency Numbers signs to be in place by Christmas
At least 250 more signs to follow in the new year
Local government shows strong support for program

10 November 2018

This summer bring your Sea Sense to the beach and stay safe

Media Release

McGowan Government enhances comprehensive shark mitigation strategy
Independent Scientific Advisory Panel on Sharks established to provide expert advice
McGowan Government partners with Surfing WA to improve surfer safety
SharkSmart app in development to help beachgoers use their Sea Sense

21 October 2018

Framework set for WA's scientific non-lethal SMART drumline trial

Media Release

Consultation guides preferred option for SMART drumline trial off Gracetown
The non-lethal drumlines are expected to be deployed in early 2019
Strong community support for extension of Shark Monitoring Network to Gracetown