Western Australia has some of the most pristine and beautiful swimming locations in Australia. However, like many resources our waterways have been subject to pressure from population growth and human activity for many years. Such pressures may cause once pristine waterways to be polluted, making them unsuitable for swimming.
As a water user in WA it is important for you to be aware of the common health risks associated with environment water bodies such as our rivers, estuaries and coastal waters because you are the best person to make a judgement if it is safe to swim at a particular swimming spot at a particular time.
WA Health has information on common health risks associated with environmental waters in WA including:
