The West Australian Current is a warm ocean current that flows northward along the western coast of Australia. It originates from the Indian Ocean and is part of the larger Indian Ocean Gyre. This current plays a significant role in the region's climate and marine ecosystem, influencing water temperatures and nutrient distribution. As the West Australian Current moves north, it interacts with other currents, such as the Leeuwin Current, which flows southward. This interaction affects local weather patterns and supports diverse marine life, including various fish species and marine mammals that thrive in these waters.