Lifesavers want better and targeted education to reduce drownings

A sign informing the beach is closed at Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast, Sunday, June 5, 2016.

Source: AAP

There's been almost 30 drowning deaths in Australia so far this summer, with the majority occurring on beaches. It's prompted urgent calls for better - and broader - water safety education. Evan Young reports.



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