News: Safety
Surf Life Saving Australia invites Expressions of Interest to deliver creative and experiential services
Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) is looking for partners to enhance the visibility and engagement of the Surf Life Saving (SLS) movement through compelling storytelling, brand...
Mar 5, 2025
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Tropical Cyclone Alfred prompts AFL to call off Thursday’s season opener at the Gabba
As Tropical Cyclone Alfred continues to threaten coastal areas in south east Queensland and the northern NSW coast, the AFL has announced that it has called off its...
Mar 5, 2025
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Royal Life Saving report shows 100% rise in swimming pool drownings over summer
Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has revealed that 104 lives were lost to drowning in waterways and swimming pools this summer - a 5% rise on the previous summer and a 14%...
Mar 5, 2025
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Surfers Paradise SLSC celebrate Centenary Year with Japanese sister club
Surfers Paradise SLSC (QLD) marked its Centenary Year by hosting its Japanese sister club Kaike LSC, (Yonago). The two clubs have enjoyed a special history since 2003, with the...
Mar 4, 2025
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Cyclone Alfred impacts events, fixtures and facilities industry across South East Queensland
The impending impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred is causing the cancellation of events and closure of facilities across South East Queensland. Intensifying into a Category Two...
Mar 3, 2025
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Councillors ask questions over proposed builder of the Dandenong Wellbeing Centre
City of Greater Dandenong Councillors have voted at their latest meeting to put their decision to appoint the ADCO Group to build their new Dandenong Wellbeing Centre on hold....
Mar 3, 2025
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Fatal accident at Japan theme park Fuji-Q Highland
A maintenance worker has died while making a routine inspection of the Eejanaika roller coaster at Fuji-Q Highland in Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. According to...
Mar 3, 2025
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Mimosa Rocks National Park resilience to be strengthened against natural disasters
Mimosa Rocks National Park, one of the Sapphire Coast’s most popular destinations on the NSW Far South Coast, is receiving a $6.5 million funding boost to strengthen the park’s...
Mar 3, 2025
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New Surf Life Saving Australia data shows increased drowning risk on public holidays
Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) has released its National Summer Coastal Drowning Report , which shows there were 104 drowning deaths nationally across the summer season, with...
Mar 2, 2025
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New Zealand High Court clears White Island owners over deadly eruption liability
New Zealand's High Court has overturned a conviction and multi-million-dollar payments from the owners of the offshore White Island volcano which erupted in 2019, killing 22...
Feb 28, 2025
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NSW Police Force launch Operation Mardi Gras 2025 ahead of celebrations
The NSW Police Force will launch a high-visibility operation to keep the community safe during the 47th Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade this weekend. Tens of thousands...
Feb 28, 2025
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Royal Life Saving research shows millions of Australians missing out on access to public pools
A new report from Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has revealed that millions of Australians are now missing out on public pools. Released today, the State of Australian...
Feb 28, 2025
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Outdoor sector welcomes review of Australian Adventure Activity Standards
The Outdoor Council of Australia (OCA) has welcomed the appointment of Dr David Marsden as the Project Lead for the much-anticipated review of the Australian Adventure Activity...
Feb 26, 2025
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City of Fremantle releases statement on enclosure at Bathers Beach
City of Fremantle Chief Executive Glen Dougall has released a statement noting the City has decided to postpone the deployment of the beach enclosure at Bathers Beach. Dougall...
Feb 26, 2025
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Eureka Aquatic Centre secures Gold Endorsement from Life Saving Victoria
Following on from Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre (BALC) having secured Gold Endorsement in 2024, Eureka Aquatic Centre has now also been awarded the coveted endorsement...
Feb 26, 2025
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Eight NSW councils with shark nets have agreed to discontinue their use
Following the NSW Government’s consultation with coastal councils over the future of shark nets at their ocean beaches, Randwick Council was the last council to vote. Randwick...
Feb 26, 2025
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NSW Government supports providers in delivering free learn to swim and water safety lessons
The NSW Government is supporting communities at the highest risk of drowning by funding the delivery of free learn to swim and water safety lessons by learn to swim providers at...
Feb 24, 2025
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Surf Life Saving Australia recognised as Australia’s second most trusted charity
Surf Life Saving Australia has announced their ranking as Australia’s second most trusted charity in the annual national Charity and Not for Profit reputation conducted by...
Feb 23, 2025
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Swimmer dies at SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre
A swimmer has died at the South Australian Aquatic and Leisure Centre (SAALC) after being pulled from the water at the facility in Adelaide’s south yesterday afternoon. South...
Feb 19, 2025
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NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service urges bushwalkers to plan ahead
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is encouraging bushwalkers to prioritise safety before heading out on long or remote walks by using two simple tools -...
Feb 19, 2025
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Trauma and bleeding control course offered for surfers
Eurobodalla Shire Council has advised that TacMed Military Medics will be conducting a one-off trauma and bleeding control course for surfers and ocean-users at Broulee this...
Feb 19, 2025
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'Yours and Owls' to be first festival to commence pill testing trial in NSW
Yours and Owls Festival, an annual music festival held in Wollongong, will be the first music festival to participate in the New South Wales pill testing trial when the event is...
Feb 19, 2025
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Tourism operators encouraged to complete Country Fire Authority module
A Cape Otway accommodation owner, Maxwell Vella, owner of Sky Pods Cape Otway, is encouraging fellow tourism operators to complete the Country Fire Authority (CFA) Tourism Fire...
Feb 18, 2025
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Five teenagers arrested over bashing of lifeguard at Melbourne's Casey ARC
Victoria Police have arrested and charged five men following the alleged bashing of lifeguard at the Casey Aquatic and Recreation Centre in Melbourne's southeast last month....
Feb 17, 2025
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