'Stay vigilant': Lifesavers' warning as Australia enters deadliest time of year for drowning

Eighteen lives have already been lost to drowning this summer, with lifesavers warning that number could sharply rise during the festive season.

Beachgoers are seen at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Heatwave baking Australia's south-east to be quelled by a cool change sweeping the region on Tuesday, with storms set to race through Victoria and NSW. (AAP Image/Mick Tsikas) NO ARCHIVING, Source: AAP / Mick Tsikas