Now's the time to check in with yourself and your family so you can safely enjoy a water way of life this summer. #AreYouSummerReady With summer just around the corner, we’re urging everyone to check in with themselves, their family, and their homes, so we can all safely enjoy a water way of life this summer Learn the risks Understanding the risks and knowing how to assess dangers will help your family make smarter choices around water. Learn More > Chat with your doctor Consult your doctor before getting back in the water, especially if you have any medical or mobility issues. Talk to your doctor and know your physical limitations, especially if you’re on medication. Learn More > Learn how to save a life Make sure your first aid and CPR is up to date so you’re prepared if an accident happens. This is particularly important in remote and rural areas where help may be far away. Courses > Get active The health and social benefits are there for us to enjoy - our entire lives. Get Active > Is your community summer ready? We’ve developed a range of summer ready checklists for you to download and share across your community. The checklists – which include posters, flyers, social media tiles, and digital screens – will help your community and their families prepare for a safe and fun summer season. Audio Visual Summer Ready 30 sec clip Summer Ready 15 sec clip Print DL Flyer - Check your pool DL Flyer - Check your family DL Flyer - Check yourself A3 Poster - Check your family A3 Poster - Check yourself A4 checklist poster - Check your Pool A4 checklist poster - Over 65's A4 checklist poster - Over 45's A4 checklist poster - Men A4 checklist poster - Inland waterways A4 checklist poster - Check your family A4 checklist poster - Check yourself Social Social Tile 2000x2000 - Regional Social Tile 2000x2000 - Older Australians Social Tile 2000x2000 - Men Social Tile 2000x2000 - Medication Social Tile 2000x2000 - Generic Social Tile 2000x2000 - Lifesaving skills Social Tile 1920x1080 - Regional Social Tile 1920x1080 - Older Australians Social Tile 1920x1080 - Men Social Tile 1920x1080 - Medication Social Tile 1920x1080 - Learn to swim Social Tile 1920x1080 - Generic Digital Boating Safety Guide DL flyer - check your pool DL Flyer - check in with yourself DL Flyer - family A3 poster - check in with yourself A3 poster - family A4 poster - check in with yourself A4 poster - men A4 poster - over 65's A4 poster - over 45's A4 poster - check your pool Email Footer - Summer ready Digital Badge Digital Screen A4 checklist poster - inland waterways A4 checklist poster - family Multilingual A4 family poster - Arabic A4 family poster - Simple Chinese A4 family poster - Vietnemese A4 family poster - Urdu family poster - Trad Chinese A4 family poster - Swahili A4 family poster - Korean Summer Ready A4 family poster - Farsi Our Major Partners

View the facts and data about Multicultural Research with our range of Multicultural Drowning Reports MULTICULTURAL RESEARCH Multicultural Research Check out the latest research regarding Multicultural Communities NSW Multicultural Report Adult Swim Skill Report National 10 year analysis of Drowning in Persons Born overseas Key Issues Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People Sport Participation 10 year analysis of Indegenous Drownings Western Sydney a key focus for Drowning Prevention We are working with Local and State Governments and Community Leaders to address the incline in Drownings in Western Sydney Visit the hub > Contact Us Royal Life Saving is active across all communities. Our members, volunteers, trainers, employees and lifesavers are found in almost all communities. Contact Us

Our Cultural Water Safety Programs  are an interactive and engaging rogram that is tailored to you and your community.  MULTICULTURAL PROGRAMS Get Involved and Learn Water Safety Our Cultural Water Safety Programs are an interactive and engaging program that is tailored to you and your community. Water Safety Talks and Presentations Ngadyung New Mums Water Safety Water Safety Education Excursions CPR and First Aid Awareness Learn to Swim Lifesaving Programs Become a Swimming and Water Safety Teacher Community Educators Everyone Can Learn to Swim Young or old. Swimming and water safety education is an important life skill for any person of any age. Get wet and get involved! View More Contact Us Royal Life Saving is active across all communities. Our members, volunteers, trainers, employees and lifesavers are found in almost all communities. Contact Us

As the warmer months arrive, many Tasmanian families turn to backyard, portable and inflatable pools as a way to cool off and enjoy time together. While these pools can be fun and affordable, they also carry serious risks — particularly for young children.  That’s why Royal Life Saving Tasmania has launched its Be Pool Safe campaign, a statewide initiative designed to remind all Tasmanians that drowning is quick, silent and preventable — and that simple actions at home can save lives.  Why This Campaign Matters in Tasmania  Recent tragic incidents, along with findings from a Tasmanian Coronial inquest, have highlighted the heightened drowning risk associated with portable and inflatable pools , especially for children aged 0–5 years .  These pools are often purchased without families fully understanding the risks or legal requirements — yet the danger is just as real as with permanent backyard pools. Even small amounts of water, a brief lapse in supervision, or a pool left accessible can have devastating consequences.  As Craig Roberts, General Manager – Drowning Prevention at Royal Life Saving Tasmania, explains:  “Even small amounts of water, a momentary lapse in supervision, or a pool left accessible to a child can have devastating consequences. Our message is clear — if you’re going to use these pools, you must supervise constantly, empty them straight after use, and make sure children can’t access them when adults aren’t present.”  One Campaign. Six Clear Safety Messages.  The Be Pool Safe campaign delivers six simple, consistent safety messages that will be shared across communities throughout Tasmania via social media, email signatures, digital TV screens, and practical home pool safety checklists.  These messages focus on the actions that matter most:  1. Actively Supervise — Every Second Counts   Children can get into trouble in seconds. Active supervision means eyes on, hands on , with no distractions whenever water is accessible — whether it’s a pool, bath or splash play.  2. Empty Pools Immediately After Use   Portable and inflatable pools should be emptied straight after use , including small paddling pools. An empty pool removes the risk altogether.  3. Check Pool Fencing and Safety Barriers   In Tasmania, any pool capable of holding 300 mm of water requires a compliant safety barrier , including temporary and inflatable pools. Knowing the rules helps prevent tragedy.  4. Remove Hazards and Temptations   Pool toys, furniture, plants and climbable objects can act as stepping stones. Clearing the pool area and packing toys away after swimming helps prevent unsupervised access.  5. Be Prepared — CPR Saves Lives   While prevention is critical, being prepared can make the difference between life and death. Learning CPR and emergency response skills gives families the confidence to act if the unthinkable happens.  6. Understand the Risk   Drowning doesn’t always end in death — but it can change a life forever. For children aged 0–4, there are multiple hospitalisations for every drowning death, with most incidents occurring in private pools.  A Community-Wide Call to Action  The Be Pool Safe campaign is designed for everyone — parents, carers, grandparents, retailers, councils and early childhood services — because preventing drowning takes a whole-community approach.  This summer, Royal Life Saving Tasmania is encouraging all Tasmanians to pause, check their pool setup, refresh their supervision habits, and talk with friends and family about pool safety.  Because when it comes to drowning, prevention starts at home — and it starts with you.  Learn More and Get Resources  Free Be Pool Safe resources, including home pool safety checklists and campaign materials, are available at: 👉 www.drowningprevention.org.au/bepoolsafe   Together, with simple actions and consistent messages, we can make this summer safer for every Tasmanian child.

Removing Barriers, Building Confidence: Project Elevate at Wyee Public School “Many of our students would not have been able to attend swimming lessons if there was a cost involved, the ones who needed it most were able to go because it was free.”— Wyee Public School Representative A Rare and Valuable Opportunity Wyee Public School joined Project Elevate because it provided a rare and valuable opportunity — free swimming and water safety lessons for all students. The school recognised that financial barriers often prevent families from accessing learn-to-swim programs. Offering the program at no cost ensured that every child, regardless of circumstance, could gain essential skills and confidence around water. Confidence and Skills That Grow in the Water Teachers observed remarkable changes in students’ confidence, swimming ability, and understanding of water safety. Students who were initially anxious in the water became more relaxed and engaged. They developed stronger swimming strokes, improved technique, and learned what to do in real-life aquatic situations. The trainers’ approach — grouping students into ability-based groups — allowed for highly differentiated instruction that met each child at their level. “The trainers were very organised, engaging, and supportive. The students were excited and proud of their progress.” Supporting Learning Beyond the Pool Project Elevate fitted seamlessly within the school’s Physical Education (PE) and PDHPE curriculum, promoting teamwork, wellbeing, and personal development. The program supported the school’s goals of building resilience, encouraging active lifestyles, and improving student wellbeing, while ensuring students gained vital life skills in water safety. “We could see growth in every child, not just in their swimming, but in their teamwork, confidence, and willingness to give things a go.” A First Experience That Made a Lasting Impact For many staff and students, this was their first experience participating in a formal swimming program. Both teachers and students found the sessions fun, positive, and highly engaging, with the supportive trainers creating a safe and enjoyable learning environment. The program also helped staff feel more connected to students’ physical education experiences. Creating Access Where It Matters Most Most importantly, the program’s accessibility ensured that those who needed swimming and water safety education the most could finally take part. Project Elevate demonstrated how removing cost barriers and delivering structured, inclusive programs can create lasting change in student confidence, safety, and wellbeing. The success of the program has inspired both staff and students to continue building on their new skills and appreciation for water safety, ensuring the whole community is safer and more confident around water.

A first-hand account of Prachi's Learn To Swim Journey Starting From Scratch I’m a 26-year old from Wagga, and before this program, I had never had a single swimming lesson. For years, swimming felt completely out of reach for me. I think a big part of that was not having enough motivation or support around me to take the first step. It always felt easier to just avoid it altogether. Taking the First Step After hearing so many positive things about the Learn to Swim program, I finally decided to give it a go. Even so, I almost talked myself out of it. I was incredibly nervous before my first lesson and honestly didn’t believe I would ever be able to learn. The water felt overwhelming, and I kept thinking that I was starting too late in life. A Turning Point But something started to change after those first few sessions. With time, patience and lots of encouragement, I began to build confidence. I still can’t quite believe how far I’ve come, I can now actually swim, even if it’s still with some assistance. It really proves that Rome wasn’t built in a day, and that everything in life takes time and practice. Learning Together One of the best parts of the program has been learning alongside my friends and colleagues. Being surrounded by people who were all on a similar journey made such a big difference. It helped me realise that you can learn to swim at any age and at any stage of life, it’s never too late to start. Support That Made a Difference Some of my favourite moments have been the laughter we shared during our lessons and having Amie as our instructor. She is not only an amazing teacher but such a genuine and supportive person. She always believed in me, even on the days I doubted myself, and I’ll always be grateful for the confidence she gave me. A Message to Others To anyone in the community who feels scared or unsure about learning to swim, I would say: give it a chance. Go at your own pace, be patient with yourself, and remember, slow and steady wins the race. Find out how you can take the leap like Prachi and learn to swim here: https://www.drowningprevention.org.au/learntoswimtoday