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.
A Lake Macquarie father has been sentenced to 15 years for sexually abusing his daughter and other children. His victims, now adults, speak out to empower others and shed the shame they never deserved to carry.
John Michael Kaleel, 69, has been extradited from Australia to Los Angeles to be sentenced for child sexual abuse. He fled after his conviction. Read the full story.
A three-year-old boy was tragically found dead inside a car in Thabeban, near Bundaberg, hours after he went missing. The community is rallying to support his devastated family.
A South Australian tourist park's decision to rebrand as an adults-only 'peaceful sanctuary' has ignited fierce online discussion. Discover why owners made the switch and the growing trend for child-free travel.
Child development expert Kelsie Prabawa-Sear explains why Australian children's screen time habits are shaped by adult behaviour. Learn how modelling digital downtime is crucial for healthy development.
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.
Queensland Police urgently seek public help to find a missing three-year-old boy from Thabeban, last seen on Central Ave. Serious welfare concerns held.
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.
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 36-year-old man is jailed for eight years after kidnapping a sleeping child in Moora, WA. The terrifying ordeal, caught on camera, has been described as a parent's worst nightmare. Read the full story.
A Perth man who snatched an 8-year-old boy from his bed, threatening 'Stay here or I'll kill you', has been jailed. Read the chilling details of the home invasion and court outcome.
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.
Investing in early childhood support for kids in poverty isn't just morally right—it's economically smart, saving billions and building a stronger future for all of Australia. Learn why experts are calling for urgent action.
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 major AFP operation in the Philippines rescued 92 children and charged 18 facilitators. 13 Australians face charges for alleged involvement in the vile child exploitation trade. Read more.
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.
A young boy was discovered wandering alone on a suburban street in Mt Annan on Christmas morning. Police are urgently seeking his parents or carers. Anyone with information is urged to come forward.
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.
WA Police are exploring facial recognition technology to identify child sex offenders as shocking figures reveal a 35% surge in reports. Read about the proposed crackdown.
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.