A SINKHOLE has appeared in the Baldivis Stockland Shopping Centre carpark overnight.

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Shopping centre staff said the carpark appeared to have sunken in, like a shallow pool.

About 40 per cent of the carpark has been closed to traffic as a precaution.

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Staff said the cause of the sinkhole may have something to do with the drainage system underneath the carpark.

Stockland Shopping Centre centre management have been contacted for comment.