News: Safety

Fraser Island Irukandji jellyfish discovery leads to warnings to swimmers

The discovery of an irukandji jellyfish off the coast of Fraser Island has led lifeguards to issue warnings to swimmers to stay out of the water. The highly venomous jellyfish was found…

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Jan 10, 2018 Recreation / Safety / Tourism / Wellness /

 
 

Golf Australia teams with JLT as official risk partner

Golf Australia and Jardine Lloyd Thompson (JLT) Australia have revealed a three-year partnership, with JLT becoming the Official Risk Partner of Golf Australia and the ISPS Handa…

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Jan 10, 2018 Events / Golf / Insurance / Safety /

 
 

Melbourne and Olympic Park Trust emphasises Hisense Arena safety despite combustible cladding

The Melbourne and Olympic Park Trust has emphasised the safety of the Hisense Arena, one of the showpiece courts for next week's Australian Open, in the wake of revelations that…

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Jan 9, 2018 Events / Safety / Sport / Venues /

 
 

Royal Life Saving WA recognises quick-thinking lifeguards

Four quick-thinking lifeguards have been rewarded for their lifesaving skills with Gold Star Bravery Awards from Royal Life Saving Society - Western Australia. James Annetts, Parris…

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Jan 8, 2018 Aquatics / Safety / Wellness /

 
 

International partnership to enhance drowning prevention

The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) and the USA-based The Josh Project are collaborating to enhance learn to swim, water safety skills and education as vital means to heighten…

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Jan 8, 2018 Aquatics / Education / Recreation / Safety /

 
 

Arrests made after south Auckland swimming pool brawl

Papakura Police have identified the three males allegedly involved in a brutal gang brawl outside the Massey Park Aquatic Centre on Tuesday 2nd January. Two men have been arrested, aged…

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Jan 5, 2018 Aquatics / Legal / Recreation / Safety /

 
 

Safety a priority at 2018 Summernats

Following a fatality at the 2017 Summernats, Canberra’s famous car festival is set to welcome tens of thousands of car enthusiasts for its 2018 edition. Organisers say safety will…

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Jan 4, 2018 Events / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

Rhinoceros gores keeper at NSW zoo

A senior keeper has been gored by a southern white rhinoceros at Mogo Zoo on the NSW south coast during a "daily routine procedure" with the animal. In a statement, Mogo Zoo…

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Jan 3, 2018 Attractions / Environment / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

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