History 

The ASRS was formed in 1974 by a group of concerned members of the Albany boating fraternity, one of the first dedicated Sea Search & Rescue groups in the state, and was incorporated in 1976. Since then the squad has grown to be one of the largest volunteer sea search rescue groups in country W.A, with nearly 400 general members, and a core of highly active members. 

Location 

The squad headquarters and main base is situated adjacent to the marina and fishing boat harbor at Emu Point at the entrance to picturesque Oyster Harbor. This is an ideal position for the launching and control of rescue operations. This fact was recognized in 1997 when Albany Sea Rescue was designated a primary control center for major Sea Search & Rescue Operations in the Albany area. 

Rescue Vessels 

Albany Sea Rescue operates three dedicated rescue craft. 

An 8.5 metre fast response NAIAD craft. Built in WA for speed agility and safety and is ideal for South Coastal conditions.

A 43 foot ex commercial fishing vessel named the Denis G Robertson III, which is fully equipped and has a 700 Nautical Mile range giving Albany Sea Rescue the longest reach of all rescue squads on the south coast of Western Australia. 

A rapid response 20 foot semi rigid Zodiac named John Thomas II. This type is used extensively by the military and police around the world. 

Radio Network 

The Albany Sea Rescue Squad has an extensive marine radio network of both coastal VHF repeaters and land based sub bases equipped with both marine 27 mhz and VHF. With 24 per day monitoring 7 days a week 365 days per year, every year and with radio coverage from Two Peoples Bay to Denmark on the repeater network Albany Sea Rescue has you covered. 

Free To All 

The Radio service provided by Albany Sea Rescue is available to any member of the public and our dedicated rescue crews are ready day or night. 

We Need You 

To maintain the excellent work of Albany Sea Rescue, we need you! 

We need you to join us as a member or to make a donation.  We have members from all walks of life, members who own boats and many who do not.  If you don't wish to be a crew person that's fine as well.  Every membership goes a long way to keeping Albany Sea Rescue afloat.