beach patrols

30 . 04 . 2021

Photo of Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter flying over beaches

Surf Life Saving WA reports dramatic increase in beach clearances as a result of shark sightings

With a more than 300% increase in the number of people cleared from the water at WA beaches this year due to the presence of sharks, Surf Life Saving WA’s Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service continues to play a vital role in keeping West Australian beachgoers safe. As the service completes its final patrols […]

Media Release, Safety & Rescue

18 . 06 . 2020

Trigg Island jet ski

New jet ski to patrol local beaches this summer

Trigg Island Surf Life Saving Club is gearing up for the coming patrol season as they took possession of their first jet ski this week. Trigg Island Surf Life Saving Club President Dan Humble said the new jet ski was a fantastic asset not just for the club but for the local community. “It enhances […]

Media Release, Safety & Rescue

23 . 12 . 2019

With a more than 300% increase in the number of people cleared from the water at WA beaches this year due to the presence of sharks, Surf Life Saving WA’s Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service continues to play a vital role in keeping West Australian beachgoers safe.

Beach safety urged over holiday period

As WA looks set to provide some warm summer days for the Christmas and New Year period, Surf Life Saving WA are reminding beachgoers not to be complacent when it comes to their personal safety, and that of friends and family, when at the beach. “While we encourage people to get out and enjoy the […]

Media Release, Safety & Rescue