Hiroko Kono: The Japanese lifeguard keeping Australia’s beaches safe

Between 2024 and 2025, Australia recorded 357 drowning deaths — and nearly one-third of the victims were born overseas. Japanese lifeguard Hiroko Kono joins SBS Japanese to discuss how to stay safe in Australia’s waters. Recorded in January 2025.

Credit: City of Gold Coast

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Hiroko Kono: The Japanese lifeguard keeping Australia’s beaches safe

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