News: Safety
Renewed water safety warnings issued after Surf Life Saving NSW records staggering rescue numbers
Surf Life Saving NSW State Operations Centre has recorded a staggering 1,200 rescues completed by surf lifesavers over the Christmas / New Year period - highlighting the importance of the…
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Wellington swimmers refused to clear Freyberg Pool as lifeguards helped unconscious patron
A group of swimmers refused to clear out of Wellington’s Freyberg Pool as lifeguards dealt with a person who fell unconscious after 30 minutes in a sauna. The incident, and more…
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Cabin video shows moments before Sea World Helicopters crash
A video filmed inside one of the helicopters involved in a mid-air collision on the Gold Coast on Monday seemingly shows a passenger trying to warn the pilot of impending danger in the…
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Ascot Vale Leisure Centre retains Platinum Pool Status with Life Saving Victoria
Ascot Vale Leisure Centre has started 2023 on a high by renewing its Platinum Pool Accreditation and Gold Pool Safety endorsement through Life Saving Victoria (LSV). In doing so, the…
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Sea World Chief Pilot among four killed in Gold Coast helicopter crash
Tributes are flowing for the pilot killed alongside three passengers in a collision between two Sea World helicopters on the Gold Coast yesterday. Ash Jenkinson, aged 40, the Chief Pilot…
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Public reminded to keep drones away from marine mammals
South Australian Department for Environment and Water is reminding beachgoers and boat owners about the rules of drone use, particularly near marine mammals such as dolphins, whales and…
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Four dead after mid-air collision involving Sea World helicopters
Four people have died after two helicopters collided in mid-air on the Gold Coast Broadwater today, with three more in a critical condition in hospital. Video of the collision showed that…
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UNSW lecturer says summer festival season is a time for young revellers to take extra care
With the last few years having seen countless summer music festivals cancelled as a result of the pandemic and, more recently, weather events, a University of NSW lecturer has expressed…
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