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Lifesavers Fear As Drowning Toll Rises

The overnight drowning of a toddler in a pool in Western Sydney and two children pulled from a coastal lagoon at Avoca has heightened concerns for surf lifesavers after a spate of summer drownings.


Brave Christmas Day Cave Rescue Success

After four Christmas coastal drownings nationally and five in NSW alone last week, a successful rescue by lifesavers and lifeguards on the Central Coast made it a great Christmas Day for two men from Sydney’s inner west.


Be SharkSmart This Summer

Beachgoers in NSW are encouraged to be aware of the latest science and advice on sharks ahead of the summer school holidays, with a range of shark mitigation technology being used including SMART drumlines and aerial surveillance using helicopters and drones.