About SharkSmart WA

DPIRD leads WA’s SharkSmart program, working with partners to deliver shark hazard mitigation, coordinated responses and research support.

The Water Police Coordination Centre operates a dedicated shark sighting call service and supports marine search and rescue and law enforcement across

DBCA manages WA’s parks and reserves, with Parks and Wildlife responding to shark hazards, including managing whale carcasses that can attract sharks.

Surf Life Saving WA is the state’s peak coastal safety body, providing beach and aerial surveillance and coordinating emergency responses via SurfCom.

Local governments support community safety by using public safety tools and coordinating responses to shark hazards, including beach closures and warn

Surfing WA governs board sports and, with the WA Government, supports event water safety, Surfers Rescue 365 training and SharkSmart awareness.

St John WA coordinates Triple-0 and ambulance response and delivers first aid training to support emergency preparedness.