In water-rich Australia, formal swimming lessons are a critical layer of protection for children, building confidence and automatic responses that can prevent tragedy. Learn why consistency is key.
A tourist in his 20s has died after being caught in a rip at Palm Beach on the Gold Coast. It's the fifth drowning on Australian beaches this festive period. Authorities urge water safety vigilance.
A four-year-old boy has died after being pulled from a backyard pool at Port Stephens. The tragedy follows a national surge in drowning deaths, with backyard pools accounting for most incidents.
A four-year-old boy has tragically died after being found unresponsive in a pool at Bobs Farm, Port Stephens. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Friday night.
New scientific research shows engaging with music and dance can significantly improve brain health and slow cognitive decline as we age. Discover the powerful benefits for your mind.
Gillian Woodhouse argues Australia's dementia strategy overlooks allied health and prevention. Investing in these areas could save billions and improve lives. Read the expert opinion.
An Australian inventor has created a world-first safety collar for cricket shirts, designed to protect players from catastrophic neck injuries following on-field tragedies. Discover the innovation set to change the game.
Two teenage boys were rescued from a dangerous rip at an unpatrolled Illawarra beach. The incident highlights the rising summer drowning toll and the critical importance of swimming between the flags.
Human remains believed to be missing 32-year-old Wen Ren Gu have been recovered near Ledge Point Beach. The snorkeller vanished on New Year's Day. Follow the latest updates.
Rural landholders like the Canberra Equestrian Centre are the critical buffer protecting ACT suburbs from bushfires. Learn how their Farm Firewise plans and community vigilance are key to safety this season.
The viral story of a man asleep on a Broadbeach crane had a shocking truth. Keegan Verho speaks out on suicide, gambling and men's mental health. A powerful conversation we need to have.
A 34-year-old man has drowned at Green Patch Beach in Jervis Bay, marking the second tragic death on Shoalhaven beaches in two days. Emergency services responded to the incident in rough conditions.
A 34-year-old man has drowned in rough seas at Jervis Bay, marking the second tragic death on the NSW South Coast in 48 hours. Authorities urge extreme caution amid dangerous coastal conditions.
A Brisbane lawyer saved the life of a 23-year-old man at Shoal Bay on Christmas Day. Read the incredible story of the rescue and the family's search for their hero.
A man in his 50s has died after being pulled from the water at Lobster Bay on the Beecroft Peninsula. Police are investigating the incident and have issued a water safety warning.
Tributes flow for Melissa Austin, 45, who drowned at a NSW beach. Her death is part of a tragic cluster of coastal fatalities, prompting urgent water safety warnings.
A multi-agency search resumes for a 25-year-old man at Coogee and a 14-year-old boy at Palm Beach after separate incidents. Authorities issue urgent warnings after multiple drownings on the NSW coast. Stay informed and stay safe.
A 35-year-old Irish tourist has died in a drowning at Queensland's Whitehaven Beach. Police are investigating as the Whitsundays community mourns the tragic start to the new year.
A Gold Coast woman was filmed balancing on a chair 16 floors up to clean her windows, igniting a crucial debate about home safety and preventable accidents in Australia.
A young man was saved from drowning on Christmas morning at Shoal Bay. His family now seeks the stranger who performed life-saving CPR. Read the dramatic story and vital water safety warning.
A 12-year-old girl has tragically died in hospital nearly two days after being found unresponsive in the water at Perth's Trigg Beach. The community is in mourning.
Geelong Police Superintendent Michael Reid outlines crucial safety tips for the holiday season, urging vigilance on roads and in public spaces to prevent tragedy. Read his full advice.
NSW Police warn against buying cheap oysters from illegal sellers after a major rural crime operation on the South Coast. Fines can reach $275,000. Report suspicious activity.
WA authorities urge vigilance as heatwave hits. Over 40% of toddler drownings occur in home pools. Check your fence, close the gate, and maintain constant supervision.
Royal Life Saving Australia urges vigilance as nearly 20 drownings occurred last Christmas-New Year period. Experts warn of hidden dangers at rivers, lakes, and unpatrolled beaches.
A 19-year-old man has died after being found unresponsive in Logue Brook Dam near Harvey. Emergency services were called to the popular camping spot early Saturday morning.
Mandurah residents urged to prevent mosquito bites after a new University of Adelaide study links warmer temperatures to increased Ross River virus outbreaks. Learn the risks and how to protect yourself.
The City of Vincent moves to create a secure exchange zone for online marketplace deals, aiming to reduce scams and increase safety for residents. A detailed report is due in three months.
A 22-year-old Central Coast man has been charged with firearm and aggravated animal cruelty offences following a police investigation into an alleged illegal hunting network in western NSW. Contact Crime Stoppers with information.
A fisherman has died and another is missing off Cape Jaffa. The tragic incident comes as new data shows a 48% surge in drowning deaths among over-65s across Australia.