Do you know how to stay safe in and around coastal waterways? As an island, Australia’s whole border is a scenic coastline. Coastal waterways can include beaches, bays, estuaries and lagoons. Commonly favourite settings to enjoy aquatic recreational activities, these waterways are prone to numerous hazards, and it is important to know what hazards to…
One of life’s greatest pleasures may be enjoying a leisurely swim in natural waterways such as lakes and rivers, but do you know what hazards to look out for and how to stay safe when you visit an inland waterway? Inland waterways are found all across Australia and include rivers, creeks, lakes, wetlands, dams, reservoirs,…
How well do you or your child know your water safety rules and skills when in and around a home swimming pool or public swimming pool? A visit to the pool or a fun session swimming in a home pool should always be an enjoyable activity, but there are some important rules and safety advice…
Knowing how to stay safe in and around water and learning to swim are vital skills for life. But how well do you know your water safety in aquatic settings other than the swimming pool? There are many different waterways and types of aquatic settings you may come across throughout Australia, each with different rules,…