A search for a possible vessel in distress was launched off the coast of Port Kennedy.
The Joint Rescue Coordination Centre in Canberra notified WA Police that an unregistered EPIRB had been activated around 8.05am on Monday.
Water Police and the RAC rescue helicopter were deployed.
It was later determined a vessel had accidentally activated its EPIRB.
Police investigate stabbing of two men at Warnbro home
Police are investigating the stabbing of two men inside a Warnbro home.
Shark sighted in Dawesville Channel
A great white shark has reportedly been spotted inside the Dawesville Channel.
City of Rockingham has highest number of households receiving rent relief
City of Rockingham residents claim the most rent relief in Western Australia.
Man fined thousands for keeping dozens of undersize blue swimmer crabs caught off Coodanup Foreshore
A 37-year-old man has been fined $3364 for taking dozens of undersize blue swimmer crabs from the Coodanup Foreshore.
2026 Mandurah Arts Festival to feature month-long program of performances, workshops
Local artists, performers and community groups will be in the spotlight at this year's Mandurah Arts Festival, featuring across a month-long program of performances, workshops and creative experiences.
Candidates locked-in for Rockingham council vacancy
Three candidates have nominated for the City of Rockingham's vacant Rockingham/Safety Bay Ward position.
Man charged over alleged cruelty towards German Shepherd in Baldivis
A 38-year-old man has been charged with animal cruelty towards a German Shepherd in Baldivis.
Calls for improved safety after three major crashes on Forrest Highway in West Pinjarra
There's calls for improved safety on the Forrest Highway in West Pinjarra after three major crashes in just 48 hours.
Rockingham Flames crowned 2026 NBL1 West champions
The Rockingham Flames men are celebrating a second NBL1 West championship, beating the Geraldton Buccaneers by four points at RAC Arena.