What recent mass whale stranding events have occurred in Australia?

Australia has experienced several significant whale strandings in recent years. In 2022, about 230 pilot whales were found stranded at a harbor, with most of them dying in the incident. The following year in 2023, approximately 160 pilot whales were discovered stranded on a beach in Western Australia, with several deaths reported and many others requiring euthanasia due to their condition. These mass strandings represent a concerning pattern in Australian waters, with hundreds of whales affected across multiple incidents. The same harbor experienced repeated strandings, suggesting possible geographic or environmental factors contributing to these tragic events.