Pool Lifesaving Championships Commence

The Royal Life Saving Australian Pool Lifesaving Championships have begun at the Australian Institute of Sport, Canberra.

Australia's elite lifesavers are competing in a range of events simulating real life emergency situations that a lifesaver could encounter. These include a simulated emergency response competition, where four lifesavers must work together to save a life; line throws to reach a 'victim' to tow them to safety; and rescue medleys.

Teams from each State and Territory will be competing at the Championships, which run over four days.

For more information go to www.royallifesaving.com.au