Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Env - Avoid the Area Minor Wongarra, 500m east of Carisbrook Falls Yesterday at 1:24 PM
This Advice message is being issued for Wongarra, 500m east of Carisbrook Falls.

  • This Advice message replaces the Advice message issued at 11:07 am on Monday 7 July. 
  • Due to a whale carcass there could be an increase in shark activity reported at Wongarra, 500m east of Carisbrook Falls.
  • A whale carcass can attract sharks to the area and mean they are closer to the shore than normal.
  • While it is not uncommon for sharks to be present off the Victorian coast, you should exercise additional caution in the area.
Avoid the area. Stay informed and do not enter the water at closed beaches.
What you should do:

  • If you see sharks, report the sighting by calling Triple Zero (000) or notify lifesavers immediately if you are at a patrolled beach.
Staying safe at nearby beaches:
  • Always swim, dive or surf with a friend.
  • Swim between the red and yellow flags on patrolled beaches.
  • Don't swim in places where human or animal waste enters the water.
  • Keep away from large schools of fish, seals or other wildlife as these can attract sharks.
Impacts in your area:
  • The Victorian Fisheries Authority is assisting wildlife officers and park rangers with the management of a whale carcass.
This message was issued by Victorian Fisheries Authority.

The next update is expected by 16/07/2025 05:00 pm or as the situation changes.

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