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Renewed warnings after 116 coastal drownings

Athletes taking part in a beach experience hosted by Surf Life Saving Clubs.

Athletes taking part in a beach experience hosted by Surf Life Saving Clubs. Source: AAP

As the temperature steadily rises so does the chance of heading to the beach, but over the past year, lifesavers have had to rescue almost 11,000 people.


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By Manny Tsigas

Source: SBS


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As the temperature steadily rises so does the chance of heading to the beach, but over the past year, lifesavers have had to rescue almost 11,000 people.



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