Summer is the perfect time to enjoy Australia’s beaches, rivers and waterways, but many new arrivals who are not familiar with water safety rules can put their life at risk.
Out of 248 people drowned in Australian waterways, 80 per cent were males, according to the Royal Life Saving National Drawing Report 2020.
Between 1st July 2019 and 30th June 2020, the report estimates a further 504 people experienced a non-fatal drowning incident.
Most commonly, drowning incidents occur in rivers and creeks, 21 per cent, followed by accidents in ocean and harbours at 20 per cent and on the beach, 18 per cent.
To check the tide and weather visit the Bureau of Meteorology website.
For fishing safety tips visit the Victorian Fisheries Authority website.
For free translating and interpreting services visit the TIS National website.
