Perth, Western Australia, boasts a rich maritime history, with over 1400 ships wrecked on its coastline. Factors such as the region's treacherous coast, powerful storms, and historical challenges in measuring longitude have contributed to this high number of shipwrecks. Some of the notable shipwrecks in Perth include the Omeo Wreck in Coogee, the Shark wreck on Rottnest Island, the Uribes Wreck, and the Alex T. Brown Shipwreck in Yanchep.
Visitors interested in delving into Western Australia's maritime history can explore the WA Shipwrecks Museum, located in Fremantle's historic Commissariat buildings. The museum offers insight into the state's perilous coast, early European encounters, the significance of maritime trade, and a notable mutiny in history.