News: Safety

AFL’s Western Bulldogs ordered to pay record fine to child sexual abuse victim

AFL club the Western Bulldogs have been ordered to pay $5.9 million in compensation by a Supreme Court jury to child sexual abuse victim Adam Kneale. After a three-week trial, he jury…

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Nov 9, 2023 Legal / Safety / Sport /

 
 

Launching its Keep Watch water safety campaign Royal Life Saving warns of child drowning risk

New research from the Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has revealed that drowning risk triples when children reach the age of one, showing that 222 children aged one year have drowned…

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Nov 9, 2023 Aquatics / Education / Recreation / Safety /

 
 

Penrith City Council continues with playground upgrades

Penrith City Council has announced the recent completion of upgrades to four playspaces across its local government area, with more still to come this year. Playspaces in Ridgeview…

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Nov 8, 2023 Play / Recreation / Safety /

 
 

$5.25 million available for NSW Surf Life Saving Club upgrades

The NSW Government’s Surf Club Facility Program has opened allowing clubs to apply for up to $5.25 million for new and improved facilities. Clubs can receive grants up to $1 million…

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Nov 8, 2023 Aquatics / Finance / Recreation / Safety / Venues /

 
 

Olympic Champion Brooke Hanson helps promote SwimStart program

Queensland’s Olympic swimming champion and mother of three, Brooke Hanson is headlining the SwimStart campaign, which is supported by $4.8 million over two years. Hanson enthused…

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Nov 8, 2023 Aquatics / Education / Safety /

 
 

Draft Snow Guidance note aims to enhance safety in Australia’s backcountry

While Australia's stunning alpine regions draw adventurers, skiers and outdoor enthusiasts every winter, the allure of wilderness, mountains and snow comes with its own set of…

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Nov 7, 2023 Recreation / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

Taranaki locals urged to avoid swimming after rain

People heading out to swimming spots across Taranaki this summer are being encouraged to wait a few days after heavy rain before diving in. Taranaki Regional Council’s summer…

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Nov 7, 2023 Environment / Recreation / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

Surf Lifesaver volunteers recognised at National Awards of Excellence

Last night’s National Awards of Excellence held in Sydney, brought the Surf Life Saving Australia community together to recognise the many dedicated volunteers who safeguard…

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Nov 6, 2023 Aquatics / Recreation / Safety /

 
 

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