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Why are swimming skills so important for all Australians?

There are concerns that children who had their swimming lessons over winter cancelled due to COVID won't be prepared

There are concerns that children who had their swimming lessons over winter cancelled due to COVID won't be prepared Source: Image by zaini saari from Pixabay

Learning to swim may not seem like a priority when settling in Australia. However, the reality is that people born outside of Australia are overrepresented each year in our drowning statistics. In Australia swimming is a vital life skill. Learning to swim at any age can not only prevent you from drowning but can also protect your family and help you confidently participate in Australian life.


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Learning to swim may not seem like a priority when settling in Australia. However, the reality is that people born outside of Australia are overrepresented each year in our drowning statistics. In Australia swimming is a vital life skill. Learning to swim at any age can not only prevent you from drowning but can also protect your family and help you confidently participate in Australian life.



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