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New data reveals nearly one fifth of male drownings in Australia involved alcohol

Beachgoers at Bondi Beach Sydney during the heatwave

Beachgoers at Bondi Beach Sydney during the heatwave Source: AAP

Australian men urged not to mix alcohol with water activities during the Australia Day long weekend



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