Drownings down, but small children a worry

Searching for a missing swimmer in a river

Source: AAP

Newly released data shows drowning is the leading cause of accidental death among children under the age of four in Australia. A report from Royal Life Saving and Surf Life Saving Australia also highlights the huge financial impacts of drowning on the nation. The groups are renewing their calls for better prevention awareness across all communities.



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