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The Minns Labor Government today announced 15 learn to swim providers had been appointed to deliver its new State-wide learn to swim program. Under the new program, those most at-risk of drowning will be able to access as many as 10 lessons completely free of charge to ensure they develop basic swimming and anti-drowning skills. The providers will deliver free learn to swim and water safety lessons to all major at-risk demographics including people from low socioeconomic groups, multicultural communities, First Nations people and people in regional areas. Recent drowning statistics have shown that the previous approach was not working, it showed that people born overseas and those living in the most disadvantaged areas of NSW are at the highest risk of drowning. The providers will commence delivery of the learn to swim programs in the coming months. NSW residents can find their local program by visiting: https://www.sport.nsw.gov.au/learn-to-swim-program Royal Life Saving NSW welcomes this critical investment in water safety education. Minister for Sport Steve Kamper: “Being able to swim at your local pool, beach or river is one of the best things about living in NSW. “The NSW Government is supporting communities at the highest risk of drowning by funding the delivery of free learn to swim and water safety lessons by learn to swim providers at swimming pools across NSW. “Critically, it will mean more NSW residents can swim safely next summer and provide cost-of-living relief at a time when those groups need it most. “This was reinforced by the results of the National Drowning Report 2024 that found multicultural communities, disadvantaged communities and people living in regional areas had higher rates of drowning than other parts of the community. “The learn to swim and water safety programs delivered by the providers announced today will provide our most at risk members of the community with vital swimming and water safety skills.” Lord Mayor of City of Parramatta Councillor Martin Zaiter said: “Learning to swim is an important life skill, and here at Parramatta Aquatic Centre, we have the best facilities to bring people together and teach them how to swim. “Since opening in 2023, Parramatta Aquatic Centre has had over a million people through the turnstiles, with about 13,000 people on average visiting each week this summer. “We have local residents from 128 nationalities who speak 117 languages, so it’s vital that we support people of all ages and backgrounds to learn to swim. “This investment by the NSW Government will help us deliver these essential Learn to Swim classes. This funding will not only save lives but help build community and lifelong skills.” Chief Executive Officer Royal Life Saving Society - Australia (NSW, ACT, Tasmania) Michael Ilinsky said: “Royal Life Saving NSW welcomes this critical investment in water safety education. Taking high-quality programs directly to communities in need will have a lasting impact. “After a challenging summer, this initiative ensures that more individuals—especially those at risk—gain vital water safety skills for life. “Learning to swim is a life skill. This government funding will provide many with their first aquatic experience, preparing them for a lifetime of safe aquatic participation. “Royal Life Saving NSW applauds this activation, which prioritises access to quality water safety programs in the communities that need them most. “This initiative will break down barriers, ensuring participants, regardless of background, have the opportunity to learn vital swimming and water safety skills.” If you have any enquiries about these programs or how you can get involved, please contact: swimandsurvive@royalnsw.com.au 25 Feb 2025 New learn to swim program to deliver real results Media Releases < Back to News The Minns Labor Government today announced 15 learn to swim providers had been appointed to deliver its new State-wide learn to swim program. Under the new program, those most at-risk of drowning will be able to access as many as 10 lessons completely free of charge to ensure they develop basic swimming and anti-drowning skills. The providers will deliver free learn to swim and water safety lessons to all major at-risk demographics including people from low socioeconomic groups, multicultural communities, First Nations people and people in regional areas. Recent drowning statistics have shown that the previous approach was not working, it showed that people born overseas and those living in the most disadvantaged areas of NSW are at the highest risk of drowning. The providers will commence delivery of the learn to swim programs in the coming months. NSW residents can find their local program by visiting: https://www.sport.nsw.gov.au/learn-to-swim-program Royal Life Saving NSW welcomes this critical investment in water safety education. Minister for Sport Steve Kamper: “Being able to swim at your local pool, beach or river is one of the best things about living in NSW. “The NSW Government is supporting communities at the highest risk of drowning by funding the delivery of free learn to swim and water safety lessons by learn to swim providers at swimming pools across NSW. “Critically, it will mean more NSW residents can swim safely next summer and provide cost-of-living relief at a time when those groups need it most. “This was reinforced by the results of the National Drowning Report 2024 that found multicultural communities, disadvantaged communities and people living in regional areas had higher rates of drowning than other parts of the community. “The learn to swim and water safety programs delivered by the providers announced today will provide our most at risk members of the community with vital swimming and water safety skills.” Lord Mayor of City of Parramatta Councillor Martin Zaiter said: “Learning to swim is an important life skill, and here at Parramatta Aquatic Centre, we have the best facilities to bring people together and teach them how to swim. “Since opening in 2023, Parramatta Aquatic Centre has had over a million people through the turnstiles, with about 13,000 people on average visiting each week this summer. “We have local residents from 128 nationalities who speak 117 languages, so it’s vital that we support people of all ages and backgrounds to learn to swim. “This investment by the NSW Government will help us deliver these essential Learn to Swim classes. This funding will not only save lives but help build community and lifelong skills.” Chief Executive Officer Royal Life Saving Society - Australia (NSW, ACT, Tasmania) Michael Ilinsky said: “Royal Life Saving NSW welcomes this critical investment in water safety education. Taking high-quality programs directly to communities in need will have a lasting impact. “After a challenging summer, this initiative ensures that more individuals—especially those at risk—gain vital water safety skills for life. “Learning to swim is a life skill. This government funding will provide many with their first aquatic experience, preparing them for a lifetime of safe aquatic participation. “Royal Life Saving NSW applauds this activation, which prioritises access to quality water safety programs in the communities that need them most. “This initiative will break down barriers, ensuring participants, regardless of background, have the opportunity to learn vital swimming and water safety skills.” If you have any enquiries about these programs or how you can get involved, please contact: swimandsurvive@royalnsw.com.au Previous Next < Back to News Related Posts 1,800 NSW Teachers Equipped with Lifesaving Skills Ahead of Summer News and Media Emerging Swim Teachers Dive into a Day of Learning at the 2026 Swimposium News and Media Record ClubGRANTS Support Helps Royal Life Saving NSW Reach More Communities News and Media

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As we prepare for the highly anticipated The Aquas Awards Gala on Thursday, 1 May 2025, we take a moment to recognise the incredible organisations making this event possible. The Aquas is a celebration of excellence across the aquatic industry, lifesaving sport, and water safety, shining a spotlight on those who go above and beyond in their fields. This prestigious event would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors, whose dedication to aquatic safety, innovation, and leadership is shaping the future of the industry. We are proud to introduce and extend our gratitude to our Gold, Silver, and Bronze sponsors, each of whom plays a crucial role in supporting our vision. Gold Sponsor Specialised Engineering Technologies (SET) – Excellence in Drowning Prevention SET leads the way in cutting-edge engineering solutions, enhancing safety and efficiency across various industries. As the Australian distributor of AngelEye, an ISO20380-compliant drowning detection system, SET is revolutionising aquatic safety with AI technology that provides instant alerts via smartwatches, drastically reducing response times in emergencies. By using aerial and patented underwater cameras, AngelEye ensures complete pool surveillance with unmatched reliability, helping lifeguards keep swimmers safe like never before. SET’s commitment to innovation and safety makes them the perfect sponsor for the Excellence in Drowning Prevention award. Silver Sponsors Trisley’s Hydraulic Services (THS) – Poolie of the Year For over 50 years, THS has transformed aquatic infrastructure across Australia, delivering state-of-the-art solutions for commercial swimming pools. With iconic projects like Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre, THS services over 300 clients across multiple states, ensuring top-tier water management, filtration, and maintenance. Their dedication to safety, efficiency, and innovation makes them an invaluable supporter of the Poolie of the Year award. Statewide Mutual – Aquatic Facility of the Year For over 32 years, Statewide Mutual has been Australia’s largest member-owned local government self-insurance pool, working with 113 NSW councils to reduce risk and enhance community safety. Their expertise in risk management and protection plays a key role in supporting aquatic facilities across the state, making them a fitting sponsor for the Aquatic Facility of the Year award. Badge of Honour – Competitor of the Year A leader in custom apparel, uniforms, and accessories, Badge of Honour transforms businesses, clubs, and individuals into recognisable brands with high-quality, keepable merchandise. Their partnership with sports and aquatic organisations ensures that competitors and teams can showcase their achievements with pride. Their support for Competitor of the Year highlights their dedication to fostering sporting excellence. Bronze Sponsors · Laerdal – Pool Lifeguard of the Year: A global leader in healthcare education and resuscitation training, Laerdal’s innovative solutions help save lives worldwide. · Vorgee – Industry Leader of the Year: One of Australia’s most preferred aquatic brands, offering high-quality swimming gear for all levels. · Fluidra Commercial – Excellence in Innovation: Providing innovative and sustainable solutions for commercial aquatic facilities. · Para Mobility – Excellence in Access & Inclusion: Creating custom assistive technology to promote independence and accessibility. · International Quadratics – Excellence in Training & Education: Over 150 years of combined experience providing top-tier aquatic equipment, furnishings, and chemicals. · aXcelerate – President’s Award: The training management software trusted by Royal Life Saving and training leaders for seamless learning solutions. Last Sponsorship Opportunities Available Now! Outstanding Contributions to Lifesaving Sport, Swim Teacher of the Year, Supplier of the Year and Excellence in Cultural Diversity award categories are still available to sponsor. If you'd like to be a sponsor and help us to celebrate excellence, please reach out to events@royalnsw.com.au Nominations Close This Friday, 4 April! Time is running out to nominate an outstanding individual or organisation for The Aquas! Whether it’s Lifesaving Sport, Industry, or Excellence Awards, this is your chance to celebrate the leaders, innovators, and champions making a difference in the aquatic industry. ⏳ Don’t miss out! Submit your nomination by Friday, 4 April and be part of the 130 Summers celebration! 📢 Nominate now! https://www.drowningprevention.org.au/theaquas Haven't got your ticket yet!? Purchase here: https://www.drowningprevention.org.au/event-details/the-aquas-royal-life-saving-awards-gala-2025 Or contact events@royalnsw.com.au to arrange an invoice. 2 Apr 2025 Honouring Excellence The Sponsors Powering The Aquas Awards Event < Back to News As we prepare for the highly anticipated The Aquas Awards Gala on Thursday, 1 May 2025 , we take a moment to recognise the incredible organisations making this event possible. The Aquas is a celebration of excellence across the aquatic industry, lifesaving sport, and water safety, shining a spotlight on those who go above and beyond in their fields. This prestigious event would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors, whose dedication to aquatic safety, innovation, and leadership is shaping the future of the industry. We are proud to introduce and extend our gratitude to our Gold, Silver, and Bronze sponsors , each of whom plays a crucial role in supporting our vision. Gold Sponsor Specialised Engineering Technologies (SET) – Excellence in Drowning Prevention SET leads the way in cutting-edge engineering solutions, enhancing safety and efficiency across various industries. As the Australian distributor of AngelEye, an ISO20380-compliant drowning detection system, SET is revolutionising aquatic safety with AI technology that provides instant alerts via smartwatches, drastically reducing response times in emergencies. By using aerial and patented underwater cameras, AngelEye ensures complete pool surveillance with unmatched reliability, helping lifeguards keep swimmers safe like never before. SET’s commitment to innovation and safety makes them the perfect sponsor for the Excellence in Drowning Prevention award. Silver Sponsors Trisley’s Hydraulic Services (THS) – Poolie of the Year For over 50 years, THS has transformed aquatic infrastructure across Australia, delivering state-of-the-art solutions for commercial swimming pools. With iconic projects like Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre, THS services over 300 clients across multiple states, ensuring top-tier water management, filtration, and maintenance. Their dedication to safety, efficiency, and innovation makes them an invaluable supporter of the Poolie of the Year award. Statewide Mutual – Aquatic Facility of the Year For over 32 years, Statewide Mutual has been Australia’s largest member-owned local government self-insurance pool, working with 113 NSW councils to reduce risk and enhance community safety. Their expertise in risk management and protection plays a key role in supporting aquatic facilities across the state, making them a fitting sponsor for the Aquatic Facility of the Year award. Badge of Honour – Competitor of the Year A leader in custom apparel, uniforms, and accessories, Badge of Honour transforms businesses, clubs, and individuals into recognisable brands with high-quality, keepable merchandise. Their partnership with sports and aquatic organisations ensures that competitors and teams can showcase their achievements with pride. Their support for Competitor of the Year highlights their dedication to fostering sporting excellence. Bronze Sponsors · Laerdal – Pool Lifeguard of the Year : A global leader in healthcare education and resuscitation training, Laerdal’s innovative solutions help save lives worldwide. · Vorgee – Industry Leader of the Year : One of Australia’s most preferred aquatic brands, offering high-quality swimming gear for all levels. · Fluidra Commercial – Excellence in Innovation : Providing innovative and sustainable solutions for commercial aquatic facilities. · Para Mobility – Excellence in Access & Inclusion : Creating custom assistive technology to promote independence and accessibility. · International Quadratics – Excellence in Training & Education : Over 150 years of combined experience providing top-tier aquatic equipment, furnishings, and chemicals. · aXcelerate – President’s Award : The training management software trusted by Royal Life Saving and training leaders for seamless learning solutions. Last Sponsorship Opportunities Available Now! Outstanding Contributions to Lifesaving Sport, Swim Teacher of the Year, Supplier of the Year and Excellence in Cultural Diversity award categories are still available to sponsor. If you'd like to be a sponsor and help us to celebrate excellence, please reach out to events@royalnsw.com.au Nominations Close This Friday, 4 April! Time is running out to nominate an outstanding individual or organisation for The Aquas! Whether it’s Lifesaving Sport, Industry, or Excellence Awards, this is your chance to celebrate the leaders, innovators, and champions making a difference in the aquatic industry. ⏳ Don’t miss out! Submit your nomination by Friday, 4 April and be part of the 130 Summers celebration! 📢 Nominate now! https://www.drowningprevention.org.au/theaquas Haven't got your ticket yet!? Purchase here: https://www.drowningprevention.org.au/event-details/the-aquas-royal-life-saving-awards-gala-2025 Or contact events@royalnsw.com.au to arrange an invoice. 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NSW performed outstandingly at the latest Australian Pool Lifesaving Championships held in June 2022. Here are some of the athlete profiles who performed at their best and achieved great results: PROFILE 1 - Jacob Loughnan AGE: 21 ACHIEVEMENT IN APLSC: Third in overall open men's individual point score 2nd in open men's 200m obstacles 2nd in open men's 100m rescue medley 2nd in open men's CPR Competition Several top three individual and relay results Selection in the Australian Barras REP CLUB: The Hills Swimming and Lifesaving Club FUN FACT: Can solve a Rubix Cube in under 2 minutes PROFILE 2 - James Koch AGE: 23 ACHIEVEMENT IN APLSC First in overall open men's individual point score 1st in open men's 200m obstacles 1st in open men's 200m super lifesaver 2nd in open men's 100m manikin tow 2nd in open men's 100m manikin carry 2nd in open men's 50m manikin carry Several top three individual and relay results Selection in the Australian Barras REP CLUB: The Hills Swimming and Lifesaving Club FUN FACT: When James was younger he really disliked the commitment to swimming, and only started swimming competitively at the age of 18. PROFILE 3 - Emily Doyle AGE: 20 ACHIEVEMENT IN APLSC Third in overall open women's individual point score 1st in open women's 200m Super LifeSaver 3rd in open women's 100m manikin carry 2nd in open women 50m manikin carry Several top three relay results Selection in the Australian Barras REP CLUB: The Hills Swimming and Lifesaving Club FUN FACT: completed 10 consecutive City2Surf marathons in a row PROFILE 4 - Chelsea Jones AGE: 16 ACHIEVEMENT IN APLSC Third in overall under 19 overall individual pointscore 1st in women's under 19 200m obstacle 1st in women's under 19 50m manikin carry 3rd in women's under 19 100m manikin carry Plus more top three relay results Plus selection in the Silver Barras REP CLUB: Engadine Lifesaving Club FUN FACT: Before getting involved with Royal Life Saving Chelsea played competitive netball. Congratulations to Chelsea, she's made it to the Youth Australian team and will compete in the Life Saving World Championships (LWC) 2022 in Riccione, Italy next month (18 September – 3 October)! 9 Aug 2022 Spotlight on NSW Lifesaving athletes News and Media < Back to News NSW performed outstandingly at the latest Australian Pool Lifesaving Championships held in June 2022. Here are some of the athlete profiles who performed at their best and achieved great results: Featured above: Jacob Loughnan PROFILE 1 - Jacob Loughnan AGE: 21 ACHIEVEMENT IN APLSC: Third in overall open men's individual point score 2nd in open men's 200m obstacles 2nd in open men's 100m rescue medley 2nd in open men's CPR Competition Several top three individual and relay results Selection in the Australian Barras REP CLUB: The Hills Swimming and Lifesaving Club FUN FACT: Can solve a Rubix Cube in under 2 minutes Featured above: James Koch PROFILE 2 - James Koch AGE: 23 ACHIEVEMENT IN APLSC First in overall open men's individual point score 1st in open men's 200m obstacles 1st in open men's 200m super lifesaver 2nd in open men's 100m manikin tow 2nd in open men's 100m manikin carry 2nd in open men's 50m manikin carry Several top three individual and relay results Selection in the Australian Barras REP CLUB: The Hills Swimming and Lifesaving Club FUN FACT: When James was younger he really disliked the commitment to swimming, and only started swimming competitively at the age of 18. Featured above: Emily Doyle PROFILE 3 - Emily Doyle AGE: 20 ACHIEVEMENT IN APLSC Third in overall open women's individual point score 1st in open women's 200m Super LifeSaver 3rd in open women's 100m manikin carry 2nd in open women 50m manikin carry Several top three relay results Selection in the Australian Barras REP CLUB: The Hills Swimming and Lifesaving Club FUN FACT: completed 10 consecutive City2Surf marathons in a row Featured above: Chelsea Jones PROFILE 4 - Chelsea Jones AGE: 16 ACHIEVEMENT IN APLSC Third in overall under 19 overall individual pointscore 1st in women's under 19 200m obstacle 1st in women's under 19 50m manikin carry 3rd in women's under 19 100m manikin carry Plus more top three relay results Plus selection in the Silver Barras REP CLUB: Engadine Lifesaving Club FUN FACT: Before getting involved with Royal Life Saving Chelsea played competitive netball. Congratulations to Chelsea, she's made it to the Youth Australian team and will compete in the Life Saving World Championships (LWC) 2022 in Riccione, Italy next month (18 September – 3 October)! Previous Next < Back to News Related Posts 1,800 NSW Teachers Equipped with Lifesaving Skills Ahead of Summer News and Media Emerging Swim Teachers Dive into a Day of Learning at the 2026 Swimposium News and Media Record ClubGRANTS Support Helps Royal Life Saving NSW Reach More Communities News and Media

As another scorching summer approaches, Royal Life Saving is preparing communities to avoid the alarming spike in drowning incidents witnessed last year. The leading organisation for drowning prevention, Royal Life Saving has issued a simple, Summer-Ready Checklist of tips for a safer summer. The Summer-Ready Checklist is released ahead of the long weekend (ACT/NSW) provides four crucial tips for Spring – whether people plan travel to an inland waterway, to the coast, enjoy a backyard or community pool. Craig Roberts, RLS NSW ACT TAS General Manager of Drowning Prevention said “Preparation can help us avoid another tragic summer. “Our Summer-Ready Checklist is a simple reminder of what to do before heading to the beach, coast, pool, or inland waterway. “In the lead-up to summer, checklists with advice for pool owners, families, regional communities and over-65s will be appearing at councils and community organisations around the state and online.” “No matter where you go to enjoy the water, now is the time to… Learn to swim Get active, and check in with your health Learn CPR Check around your home and pool “The latest National Drowning Report found 57% of drowning fatalities last year occurred in people over 45 years old. The second highest cause of drowning fatalities was slips and falls. “These tragedies are powerful reminders that even if you don’t intend to swim, learning or brushing up on swimming and lifesaving skills at any age can keep you and your family safe.” “While national drowning rates decreased in 22-23 from the 10-year average, NSW still suffers almost double the number of drownings than QLD and VIC, and triple the rate of WA, with 107 lives lost in 22-23. “We want people of all ages and from all regions, to be ready and able to enjoy the water safely, and that starts now. Check in with your family, friends, sporting and school groups to get your community Summer-Ready.” To access our range of checklists and assets, visit our campaign page. 29 Sept 2023 Royal Life Saving releases new summer ready checklists Media Releases < Back to News As another scorching summer approaches, Royal Life Saving is preparing communities to avoid the alarming spike in drowning incidents witnessed last year. The leading organisation for drowning prevention, Royal Life Saving has issued a simple, Summer-Ready Checklist of tips for a safer summer. The Summer-Ready Checklist is released ahead of the long weekend (ACT/NSW) provides four crucial tips for Spring – whether people plan travel to an inland waterway, to the coast, enjoy a backyard or community pool. Craig Roberts, RLS NSW ACT TAS General Manager of Drowning Prevention said “Preparation can help us avoid another tragic summer. “Our Summer-Ready Checklist is a simple reminder of what to do before heading to the beach, coast, pool, or inland waterway. “In the lead-up to summer, checklists with advice for pool owners, families, regional communities and over-65s will be appearing at councils and community organisations around the state and online.” “No matter where you go to enjoy the water, now is the time to… Learn to swim Get active, and check in with your health Learn CPR Check around your home and pool “The latest National Drowning Report found 57% of drowning fatalities last year occurred in people over 45 years old. The second highest cause of drowning fatalities was slips and falls. “These tragedies are powerful reminders that even if you don’t intend to swim, learning or brushing up on swimming and lifesaving skills at any age can keep you and your family safe.” “While national drowning rates decreased in 22-23 from the 10-year average, NSW still suffers almost double the number of drownings than QLD and VIC, and triple the rate of WA, with 107 lives lost in 22-23. “We want people of all ages and from all regions, to be ready and able to enjoy the water safely, and that starts now. Check in with your family, friends, sporting and school groups to get your community Summer-Ready.” To access our range of checklists and assets, visit our campaign page . Previous Next < Back to News Related Posts 1,800 NSW Teachers Equipped with Lifesaving Skills Ahead of Summer News and Media Emerging Swim Teachers Dive into a Day of Learning at the 2026 Swimposium News and Media Record ClubGRANTS Support Helps Royal Life Saving NSW Reach More Communities News and Media

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SWIM 4 LIFE SWIM 4 LIFE Overview The Swim 4 Life holiday program provides equitable access opportunities for ACT children to participate in a variety of aquatic programs regardless of their background or financial situation. Over 800 participants, who may otherwise have missed out on basic water safety education, have been nominated by local community partners for inclusion in the Swim 4 Life program since it was first established in 2010. Swim 4 Life is funded through a combination of corporate sponsorships, private fee-for-service (for those able to pay), and government contributions. Royal Life Saving ACT is very proud of this community initiative and works closely with the children’s services sector in the ACT to ensure Swim 4 Life is accessible to all. Program Swim 4 Life runs during the January, April and October school holidays in the ACT and is offered to children aged 4 to 12. Children participate in daily sessions that focus on developing vital swimming and water safety skills such as safe entries and exits, breath control, floating, sculling, survival and lifejacket skills, basic rescues and safe behaviours in a range of aquatic environments. In 2016 as part of RLSSA’s ‘Respect the River’ initiative, supported by the Australian Government, the Swim 4 Life program was amended to include sessions that are delivered in open water environments. The aim of the outdoor session is to provide participants with a practical understanding of the risks associated with Canberra’s local lakes and rivers. Royal Life Saving ACT delivers these sessions in controlled environments including publicly accessible swimming areas at Pine Island and Lake Ginninderra. All Swim 4 Life instructors are experienced swim teachers who possess nationally recognised swim teaching, and resuscitation qualifications. Costs Swim 4 Life is currently supported by Royal Life Saving and the Australian Government through the national Inland Waterways Drowning Prevention Project. The funding allows for full subsidy and so there is no cost for participation or for pool entry. Attendance is completely free for accepted nominated individuals. Participate and Enrol Swim 4 Life is currently offered in two Canberra locations: Lakeside Leisure Centre, Tuggeranong (including outdoor sessions at Pine Island) Canberra International Sports and Aquatic Centre, Belconnen (including outdoor sessions at Lake Ginninderra) Participation is available for all children nominated by Royal Life Saving ACT Community Partners such as Capital Region Community Services, Uniting Care and The Smith Family through our structured nomination process.

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Royal Life Saving NSW was proud to send a team of eight athletes across the ditch to Auckland, New Zealand, to compete in the Aon New Zealand Pool Rescue Championships. The event was held from Friday 26 September to Sunday 28 September at the Sir Owen G Glenn National Aquatic Centre. With 31 lifesaving clubs from across New Zealand and athletes from the Australian national team, the competition was fierce, and the atmosphere in New Zealand’s high-performance facility was truly electric. While the team didn’t compete for medals, they delivered some outstanding performances and, most importantly, gained invaluable experience racing against new competitors outside of Australia. Meet the Team Our athletes representing Royal Life Saving NSW included: Aliza Woodford Emily Fitzgerald Matias Soca Madison Jones Stephanie Staniforth Nicholas Hodgers Courtney Fitzgerald Kirra Dale Standout Performances Individual Highlights Madison Jones 1st place U19 Female – 200m Swim with Obstacles 4th place U19 Female – 200m Super Lifesaver 4th place U19 Female – 50m Swim with Fins 5th place U19 Female – 100m Rescue Medley Manikin Stephanie Staniforth 2nd place U19 Female – 100m Manikin Tow with Fins Team Highlights 2nd place – Open Female Line Throw Kirra Dale & Courtney Fitzgerald 3rd place – Open Female 4x50m Pool Lifesaver Relay Aliza Woodford, Courtney Fitzgerald, Stephanie Staniforth, Emily Fitzgerald 4th place – Open Mixed 4x50m Medley Relay Aliza Woodford, Kirra Dale, Matias Soca, Nicholas Hodgers 5th place – Open Mixed 4x50m Obstacle Relay Matias Soca, Madison Jones, Stephanie Staniforth, Nicholas Hodgers Beyond the Pool Even with a packed competition schedule, the team found time to enjoy some of New Zealand’s beautiful scenery. Highlights included visits to the east coast beaches and a short hike up Mount Eden, taking in some great views of the Auckland skyline from the dormant volcano. Athlete Reflections The team had a fantastic experience both in and out of the pool. Aliza Woodford, the youngest competitor, shared: "What an awesome few days... I certainly will take away a lot of great memories from this!" Nicholas Hodgers added: "Hopefully we can make this part of the regular season calendar going forward!" Thank You A huge thank you goes to coach Ethan Garland and team manager Rob Dale for their time, dedication, and guidance throughout the trip. Their support and contribution throughout the competition was invaluable in helping the athletes make the most of this opportunity. Looking Ahead Royal Life Saving NSW was thrilled to provide some of our emerging talent with this international racing opportunity. Beyond chasing personal bests and posting fast times, athletes were able to travel together as a team, form new friendships, and experience the sport on a bigger stage. With a strong race calendar building into 2026, now is the perfect time to get involved in pool lifesaving and explore the opportunities it has to offer. To get started, contact our head office – we can help you find your local club or even set up a new one at your local pool. 2 Oct 2025 Royal Life Saving NSW Athletes Test Their Skills on the International Stage Swimming & Lifesaving < Back to News Royal Life Saving NSW was proud to send a team of eight athletes across the ditch to Auckland, New Zealand, to compete in the Aon New Zealand Pool Rescue Championships. The event was held from Friday 26 September to Sunday 28 September at the Sir Owen G Glenn National Aquatic Centre. With 31 lifesaving clubs from across New Zealand and athletes from the Australian national team, the competition was fierce, and the atmosphere in New Zealand’s high-performance facility was truly electric. While the team didn’t compete for medals, they delivered some outstanding performances and, most importantly, gained invaluable experience racing against new competitors outside of Australia. Meet the Team Our athletes representing Royal Life Saving NSW included: Aliza Woodford Emily Fitzgerald Matias Soca Madison Jones Stephanie Staniforth Nicholas Hodgers Courtney Fitzgerald Kirra Dale Standout Performances Individual Highlights Madison Jones 1st place U19 Female – 200m Swim with Obstacles 4th place U19 Female – 200m Super Lifesaver 4th place U19 Female – 50m Swim with Fins 5th place U19 Female – 100m Rescue Medley Manikin Stephanie Staniforth 2nd place U19 Female – 100m Manikin Tow with Fins Team Highlights 2nd place – Open Female Line Throw Kirra Dale & Courtney Fitzgerald 3rd place – Open Female 4x50m Pool Lifesaver Relay Aliza Woodford, Courtney Fitzgerald, Stephanie Staniforth, Emily Fitzgerald 4th place – Open Mixed 4x50m Medley Relay Aliza Woodford, Kirra Dale, Matias Soca, Nicholas Hodgers 5th place – Open Mixed 4x50m Obstacle Relay Matias Soca, Madison Jones, Stephanie Staniforth, Nicholas Hodgers Beyond the Pool Even with a packed competition schedule, the team found time to enjoy some of New Zealand’s beautiful scenery. Highlights included visits to the east coast beaches and a short hike up Mount Eden, taking in some great views of the Auckland skyline from the dormant volcano. Athlete Reflections The team had a fantastic experience both in and out of the pool. Aliza Woodford , the youngest competitor, shared: "What an awesome few days... I certainly will take away a lot of great memories from this!" Nicholas Hodgers added: "Hopefully we can make this part of the regular season calendar going forward!" Thank You A huge thank you goes to coach Ethan Garland and team manager Rob Dale for their time, dedication, and guidance throughout the trip. Their support and contribution throughout the competition was invaluable in helping the athletes make the most of this opportunity. Looking Ahead Royal Life Saving NSW was thrilled to provide some of our emerging talent with this international racing opportunity. Beyond chasing personal bests and posting fast times, athletes were able to travel together as a team, form new friendships, and experience the sport on a bigger stage. With a strong race calendar building into 2026, now is the perfect time to get involved in pool lifesaving and explore the opportunities it has to offer. To get started, contact our head office – we can help you find your local club or even set up a new one at your local pool. Previous Next < Back to News Related Posts 1,800 NSW Teachers Equipped with Lifesaving Skills Ahead of Summer News and Media Emerging Swim Teachers Dive into a Day of Learning at the 2026 Swimposium News and Media Record ClubGRANTS Support Helps Royal Life Saving NSW Reach More Communities News and Media

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We've taken the all guess work out for our members with access to LinkedIn professional Learning for this month's top picks and hand-picked courses in 3 key areas: Health & Well-Being Inclusion Leadership Health & Well-Being Manager as Multipliers of Well-Being: In our Industry we spend a great deal of time working as part of a team. Often, we spend more time with our colleagues than we do our own family and friends. This course taps into the critical role that managers can play in create a positive environment for your team’s mental wellbeing. (5) Managers hold the key to promoting well-being (linkedin.com) Course length: 38 minutes Well-Being in the workplace: Never has it been more important to keep on top of our mental health. This course will provide practical tips for alleviating anxiety, worry, stress and other common mental health issues. Find the tools to avoid burnout and increase happiness and combat those negative thoughts. (5) The path to a happy career (linkedin.com) Course length: 23 minutes Staying positive in the face of negativity: Even the most resilient people can get weighed down when we are faced with continuous negativity. This can be attributed to both circumstantial moments in our loves – such as the current lockdown, or it can be caused by those around us in our workplace such as negative criticism, or a difficult customer. This course will provide you with some tools to maintain positive strength when it feels like you just can't catch a break. (5) Build skills and habits to foster positivity (linkedin.com) Course length: 56 minutes Developing your Emotional intelligence An employee’s emotional intelligence can often be the difference between getting that promotion and not – regardless of your qualifications. This course will explain the fundamental of emotional intelligence and why it’s so important in the workplace. Learning outcomes include Shifting perspective, empathising, playing to strengths, and collecting feedback. (5) What are the benefits of emotional intelligence? (linkedin.com) Course length: 60 minutes Inclusion Royal Life Saving Cultural Competence Course This a free online course to provide an overview of the broad range of cultures we have that make up our community in Australia. The course will help provide a better understanding of appropriate behaviours and understandings of various cultural backgrounds to better equip our workforce of being more culturally aware and inclusive. To book yourself, or your team in, contact our Cultural Engagement Coordinator Lauren Battaglia laurenbattaglia@royalnsw.com.au Course length 3 hours Diversity, inclusion and belonging: Our industry not only employs people from all cultures and backgrounds, but our customers that enter our facilities every day come rom diverse backgrounds, cultures, genders and races. This course will explore the diversity, inclusion and belonging approach and how to apply this to your workplace. Learning outcomes will include tools on hiring and retaining diverse talent. (5) DIBs: An introduction (linkedin.com) Course length: 47 minutes Communicating and Culturally sensitive issues: Discussions about cultural differences can be uncomfortable. It is hard to know if you’re communicating in a way that may be considered appropriate or offensive. This course will provide a better understanding of how to handle these tricky conversations and how to commit to dialogue, rather than debate. (5) Welcome (linkedin.com) Course length: 55 minutes Unconscious Bias: As humans we all possess bias. Our experience in life shape who we are and how we see other. This course will help you recognise your own bias and how to overcome making decisions without bias. The course will not only look at how to overcome your own personal bias, but how you can adopt these strategies to your organisation. (5) Welcome (linkedin.com) Course Length: 23 minutes Leadership How to be an Effective Remote Manager Managing a team can be a challenge at the best of time, but in a remote environment over extended period can be even more challenging. This course will explore the opportunities for managers to help your team thrive. The course will run through a range of strategies and tools to ensure you get the best out of your team, whilst avoiding some of the classic missteps. (5) Making the switch (linkedin.com) Course Length: 69 minutes Supporting your teams as offices reopen We’ve done this before but what happens when we get to return to work after this lockdown? Your team members will all approach this opportunity with different and mixed emotions depending on their individual circumstances. This course will provide some useful tips to assist navigating your employees into a supportive work environment whilst addressing your own needs as a manager. (5) Supporting your team as offices re-open (linkedin.com) Course Length: 35 minutes How to give Negative Feedback to Senior Colleagues We are all faced with moments when we might not agree with something out manager has said or done but might be too scared to speak up. This course will provide some useful tools and strategies on how to approach these situations in a manner that can be constructive and well-received, and ultimately improve your work relationships. (5) Practical advice for giving feedback to your boss (linkedin.com) Course Length: 19 minutes Tech-based Learning PowerPoint: Eight Easy Ways to make you Presentation Stand Out Do you get nervous at the idea of delivering a presentation or the idea of creating a PowerPoint? This course will give you eight easy tools to make your presentations stand out from the rest and give you the confidence to deliver a more professional product. (5) Eight presentation principles (linkedin.com) Course length: 36 minutes 30 July 2021 This month's Top Picks for LinkedIn Learning Training & Development < Back to News We've taken the all guess work out for our members with access to LinkedIn professional Learning for this month's top picks and hand-picked courses in 3 key areas: Health & Well-Being Inclusion Leadership Health & Well-Being Manager as Multipliers of Well-Being: In our Industry we spend a great deal of time working as part of a team. Often, we spend more time with our colleagues than we do our own family and friends. This course taps into the critical role that managers can play in create a positive environment for your team’s mental wellbeing. (5) Managers hold the key to promoting well-being (linkedin.com) Course length: 38 minutes Well-Being in the workplace: Never has it been more important to keep on top of our mental health. This course will provide practical tips for alleviating anxiety, worry, stress and other common mental health issues. Find the tools to avoid burnout and increase happiness and combat those negative thoughts. (5) The path to a happy career (linkedin.com) Course length: 23 minutes Staying positive in the face of negativity: Even the most resilient people can get weighed down when we are faced with continuous negativity. This can be attributed to both circumstantial moments in our loves – such as the current lockdown, or it can be caused by those around us in our workplace such as negative criticism, or a difficult customer. This course will provide you with some tools to maintain positive strength when it feels like you just can't catch a break. (5) Build skills and habits to foster positivity (linkedin.com) Course length: 56 minutes Developing your Emotional intelligence An employee’s emotional intelligence can often be the difference between getting that promotion and not – regardless of your qualifications. This course will explain the fundamental of emotional intelligence and why it’s so important in the workplace. Learning outcomes include Shifting perspective, empathising, playing to strengths, and collecting feedback. (5) What are the benefits of emotional intelligence? (linkedin.com) Course length: 60 minutes Inclusion Royal Life Saving Cultural Competence Course This a free online course to provide an overview of the broad range of cultures we have that make up our community in Australia. The course will help provide a better understanding of appropriate behaviours and understandings of various cultural backgrounds to better equip our workforce of being more culturally aware and inclusive. To book yourself, or your team in, contact our Cultural Engagement Coordinator Lauren Battaglia laurenbattaglia@royalnsw.com.au Course length 3 hours Diversity, inclusion and belonging: Our industry not only employs people from all cultures and backgrounds, but our customers that enter our facilities every day come rom diverse backgrounds, cultures, genders and races. This course will explore the diversity, inclusion and belonging approach and how to apply this to your workplace. Learning outcomes will include tools on hiring and retaining diverse talent. (5) DIBs: An introduction (linkedin.com) Course length: 47 minutes Communicating and Culturally sensitive issues: Discussions about cultural differences can be uncomfortable. It is hard to know if you’re communicating in a way that may be considered appropriate or offensive. This course will provide a better understanding of how to handle these tricky conversations and how to commit to dialogue, rather than debate. (5) Welcome (linkedin.com) Course length: 55 minutes Unconscious Bias: As humans we all possess bias. Our experience in life shape who we are and how we see other. This course will help you recognise your own bias and how to overcome making decisions without bias. The course will not only look at how to overcome your own personal bias, but how you can adopt these strategies to your organisation. (5) Welcome (linkedin.com) Course Length: 23 minutes Leadership How to be an Effective Remote Manager Managing a team can be a challenge at the best of time, but in a remote environment over extended period can be even more challenging. This course will explore the opportunities for managers to help your team thrive. The course will run through a range of strategies and tools to ensure you get the best out of your team, whilst avoiding some of the classic missteps. (5) Making the switch (linkedin.com) Course Length: 69 minutes Supporting your teams as offices reopen We’ve done this before but what happens when we get to return to work after this lockdown? Your team members will all approach this opportunity with different and mixed emotions depending on their individual circumstances. This course will provide some useful tips to assist navigating your employees into a supportive work environment whilst addressing your own needs as a manager. (5) Supporting your team as offices re-open (linkedin.com) Course Length: 35 minutes How to give Negative Feedback to Senior Colleagues We are all faced with moments when we might not agree with something out manager has said or done but might be too scared to speak up. This course will provide some useful tools and strategies on how to approach these situations in a manner that can be constructive and well-received, and ultimately improve your work relationships. (5) Practical advice for giving feedback to your boss (linkedin.com) Course Length: 19 minutes Tech-based Learning PowerPoint: Eight Easy Ways to make you Presentation Stand Out Do you get nervous at the idea of delivering a presentation or the idea of creating a PowerPoint? This course will give you eight easy tools to make your presentations stand out from the rest and give you the confidence to deliver a more professional product. (5) Eight presentation principles (linkedin.com) Course length: 36 minutes Previous Next < Back to News Related Posts 1,800 NSW Teachers Equipped with Lifesaving Skills Ahead of Summer News and Media Emerging Swim Teachers Dive into a Day of Learning at the 2026 Swimposium News and Media Record ClubGRANTS Support Helps Royal Life Saving NSW Reach More Communities News and Media

The release of the National Drowning Report 2026 provides an important reminder of the ongoing impact of drowning across Australia and the need for continued investment in drowning prevention, swimming and water safety education. The annual National Drowning Report examines fatal drowning across Australia, providing critical insights into who is drowning, where incidents are occurring and the activities and circumstances contributing to drowning risk. This year’s report recorded 313 drowning deaths across Australia during 2025/26, with 109 deaths occurring in New South Wales. For Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS, the findings reinforce the importance of ensuring people of all ages, backgrounds and locations have the knowledge, skills and opportunities they need to enjoy the water safely. A continued focus on drowning prevention in NSW New South Wales has consistently carried a significant proportion of Australia's drowning burden, reflecting both the size of the population and the diverse range of aquatic environments enjoyed across the state. The latest report highlights: These findings build on concerning trends identified in previous years. The 2025 National Drowning Report recorded 129 drowning deaths in NSW, 29% above the 10-year average. Rivers and creeks were the leading locations for drowning, followed by beaches, while older Australians and males continued to be significantly represented in the statistics. While annual figures fluctuate, the longer-term trends demonstrate why drowning prevention cannot be focused on one age group, location or time of year. Addressing those most at risk Drowning risk is not experienced equally across the community. Factors including where people live, access to swimming and water safety education, socioeconomic disadvantage, cultural background and familiarity with Australian waterways can all influence a person's risk around water. Regional and remote communities remain an important priority, where people often have greater exposure to rivers, dams and other inland waterways while facing reduced access to swimming lessons, aquatic facilities and lifesaving services. People from multicultural and newly arrived communities are another important focus. Ensuring everyone has access to culturally appropriate water safety information and opportunities to develop swimming and survival skills is critical as Australia's communities continue to grow and diversify. Older Australians also remain an important focus for drowning prevention, highlighting the need to maintain swimming ability, understand changing physical capabilities and make considered decisions when participating in aquatic activities. Building skills for life The National Drowning Report is not simply a record of lives lost. It provides evidence to help guide where drowning prevention efforts can have the greatest impact. Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS continues to work across communities to address these risks through swimming and water safety education, lifesaving programs, CPR and first aid education, community awareness initiatives, research, advocacy and partnerships with aquatic facilities, schools, councils and community organisations. A particular priority is ensuring children and young people develop strong swimming and water safety skills early in life. Swimming ability alone does not eliminate drowning risk, but developing swimming, survival, rescue and water safety skills provides an essential foundation for safer participation in aquatic activities throughout life. Equally important is ensuring these opportunities reach communities that may otherwise miss out due to cost, location, transport, language or other barriers. Drowning prevention is everyone's responsibility Every drowning death represents a life lost and has a lasting impact on families, friends, first responders and communities. The release of the National Drowning Report 2026 is an opportunity for all Australians to consider what they can do to reduce drowning risk. Simple actions can save lives: actively supervise children around water, learn to swim and maintain your skills, wear a lifejacket when boating or fishing, avoid alcohol around water, check conditions before entering the water, avoid going alone and choose patrolled beaches whenever possible. For Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS, the latest findings strengthen our commitment to working with governments, industry and communities to ensure everyone has the opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge to be safe around water. Every life lost to drowning is one too many. By working together and investing in prevention, education and access, we can continue to build safer communities across New South Wales and Australia. Read the full National Drowning Report 2026 and learn more about the latest drowning trends across Australia here: 10 Sept 2026 National Drowning Report 2026: New South Wales drowning toll reinforces need for action News and Media < Back to News The release of the National Drowning Report 2026 provides an important reminder of the ongoing impact of drowning across Australia and the need for continued investment in drowning prevention, swimming and water safety education. The annual National Drowning Report examines fatal drowning across Australia, providing critical insights into who is drowning, where incidents are occurring and the activities and circumstances contributing to drowning risk. This year’s report recorded 313 drowning deaths across Australia during 2025/26, with 109 deaths occurring in New South Wales . For Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS, the findings reinforce the importance of ensuring people of all ages, backgrounds and locations have the knowledge, skills and opportunities they need to enjoy the water safely. A continued focus on drowning prevention in NSW New South Wales has consistently carried a significant proportion of Australia's drowning burden, reflecting both the size of the population and the diverse range of aquatic environments enjoyed across the state. The latest report highlights: These findings build on concerning trends identified in previous years. The 2025 National Drowning Report recorded 129 drowning deaths in NSW, 29% above the 10-year average. Rivers and creeks were the leading locations for drowning, followed by beaches, while older Australians and males continued to be significantly represented in the statistics. While annual figures fluctuate, the longer-term trends demonstrate why drowning prevention cannot be focused on one age group, location or time of year. Addressing those most at risk Drowning risk is not experienced equally across the community. Factors including where people live, access to swimming and water safety education, socioeconomic disadvantage, cultural background and familiarity with Australian waterways can all influence a person's risk around water. Regional and remote communities remain an important priority, where people often have greater exposure to rivers, dams and other inland waterways while facing reduced access to swimming lessons, aquatic facilities and lifesaving services. People from multicultural and newly arrived communities are another important focus. Ensuring everyone has access to culturally appropriate water safety information and opportunities to develop swimming and survival skills is critical as Australia's communities continue to grow and diversify. Older Australians also remain an important focus for drowning prevention, highlighting the need to maintain swimming ability, understand changing physical capabilities and make considered decisions when participating in aquatic activities. Building skills for life The National Drowning Report is not simply a record of lives lost. It provides evidence to help guide where drowning prevention efforts can have the greatest impact. Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS continues to work across communities to address these risks through swimming and water safety education, lifesaving programs, CPR and first aid education, community awareness initiatives, research, advocacy and partnerships with aquatic facilities, schools, councils and community organisations. A particular priority is ensuring children and young people develop strong swimming and water safety skills early in life. Swimming ability alone does not eliminate drowning risk, but developing swimming, survival, rescue and water safety skills provides an essential foundation for safer participation in aquatic activities throughout life. Equally important is ensuring these opportunities reach communities that may otherwise miss out due to cost, location, transport, language or other barriers. Drowning prevention is everyone's responsibility Every drowning death represents a life lost and has a lasting impact on families, friends, first responders and communities. The release of the National Drowning Report 2026 is an opportunity for all Australians to consider what they can do to reduce drowning risk. Simple actions can save lives: actively supervise children around water, learn to swim and maintain your skills, wear a lifejacket when boating or fishing, avoid alcohol around water, check conditions before entering the water, avoid going alone and choose patrolled beaches whenever possible. For Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS , the latest findings strengthen our commitment to working with governments, industry and communities to ensure everyone has the opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge to be safe around water. Every life lost to drowning is one too many. By working together and investing in prevention, education and access, we can continue to build safer communities across New South Wales and Australia. Read the full National Drowning Report 2026 and learn more about the latest drowning trends across Australia here: Previous Next < Back to News Related Posts 1,800 NSW Teachers Equipped with Lifesaving Skills Ahead of Summer News and Media Emerging Swim Teachers Dive into a Day of Learning at the 2026 Swimposium News and Media Record ClubGRANTS Support Helps Royal Life Saving NSW Reach More Communities News and Media

What happens when one child asks a simple question about swimming and water safety - and decides to do something about it? For 12-year-old school captain Archie Patten, that question has sparked a ripple far bigger than he ever imagined. Archie’s idea began with a goal to help more children at his school access swimming lessons and water safety education during school hours. As part of his journey to becoming school captain, Archie spoke to his classmates about making a difference. He later developed a presentation for his school principal and vice principal, putting forward an idea to raise money to help fund swimming lessons for students. His original fundraising target was $2,500. Then his school community got behind him. A Colour Run inspired by Archie’s idea ultimately raised an extraordinary $13,500 - more than five times the original goal. For Archie and his family, the response has been overwhelming. With a Ripple Raffle also planned for Term 4 and generously supported by local businesses and organisations, Archie believes his school has now received enough support. In his words, it could help pay for swimming lessons “for years to come.” And that has prompted Archie to think about what comes next. From raising money to creating a ripple Rather than continuing to ask people to donate to his own school, Archie wants the next stage of Archie’s Ripple Effect to be about something bigger. He wants other children, schools and communities to create ripples of their own. Archie is acutely aware that families and communities are facing cost-of-living pressures. Having already received far more support than he ever expected, he doesn't want the focus to remain on raising more money for his school. Instead, he wants to share an idea. An idea that starts with one simple question: “Does every child at our school have access to the swimming and water safety education they need?” For some schools, the barrier isn't a lack of interest in swimming and water safety - it is the practical cost of making it happen. Archie and his family have heard firsthand of schools in their local area struggling to provide school swimming programs because transporting students to the local pool can cost around $1,000 a week. When transport, pool entry, instructors and other expenses are added together, giving every child access to swimming and water safety education can become difficult for school communities. But Archie’s story shows that young people can be part of finding solutions. Could your school create the next ripple? Archie is now challenging school captains, student leaders, teachers, parents and school communities across Australia to look at what is happening in their own school. If some children are missing out on swimming and water safety education, what could your community do about it? The answer doesn't have to be another Colour Run. It could be a school fete, disco, raffle, community partnership, sausage sizzle, awareness campaign or fundraiser. Better still, it could be an entirely new idea dreamed up by students themselves. Students could research the issue, talk to their teachers and principal, create a presentation, approach local organisations or businesses, and explore what could make swimming and water safety education more accessible at their school. That is exactly where Archie started: with an idea and a presentation. One child can start something much bigger Archie’s story isn't only about the amount of money raised. It is about what can happen when one child asks a question, a school listens and a community gets behind them. Along the way, Archie’s own connection with the water has continued to grow. From his involvement as a nipper and swimming alongside his siblings Albie and Millie, to being named a swimming age champion in 2026, the water has played an important role in his young life. His journey has also brought support from across his community - from his much-loved swim coach Ruth Everuss, to local businesses, organisations and community leaders who have helped turn one student's idea into something much bigger. Now Archie hopes the most important part of his project is still to come. Not another donation. Another ripple. If one school hears Archie’s story and decides to act, and that school inspires another, the impact can continue travelling far beyond his own community. It is fitting that Archie's original school captain presentation had a title that captured exactly what he hoped to achieve: “Making Waves - A School Captain’s Legacy.” What began as one young school captain wanting to help children at his own school could now become an invitation to young people across Australia to make waves of their own. One child. One school. One ripple. Then another. Until those ripples become a wave. Start your own ripple Archie’s challenge to schools is simple: Ask the question. Find out who is missing out. Get your students involved. And create your own way to help more children access swimming and water safety education. Your ripple doesn't need to look like Archie's. It just needs somewhere to start. Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS is proud to support Archie in sharing his message and inspiring the next generation of young water safety advocates. Archie’s story is a powerful example of what can happen when a young person sees a problem, speaks up and brings their community together to create change. We hope Archie’s Ripple Effect encourages schools, students and communities across Australia to start conversations about access to swimming and water safety education - and, most importantly, to turn those conversations into action. Because one child can inspire a school. One school can inspire a community. And one ripple can become a wave. #ArchiesRippleEffect 1 Oct 2026 Archie’s Ripple Effect: One Child, One School, One Ripple News and Media < Back to News What happens when one child asks a simple question about swimming and water safety - and decides to do something about it? For 12-year-old school captain Archie Patten , that question has sparked a ripple far bigger than he ever imagined. Archie’s idea began with a goal to help more children at his school access swimming lessons and water safety education during school hours. As part of his journey to becoming school captain, Archie spoke to his classmates about making a difference. He later developed a presentation for his school principal and vice principal, putting forward an idea to raise money to help fund swimming lessons for students. His original fundraising target was $2,500 . Then his school community got behind him. A Colour Run inspired by Archie’s idea ultimately raised an extraordinary $13,500 - more than five times the original goal. For Archie and his family, the response has been overwhelming. With a Ripple Raffle also planned for Term 4 and generously supported by local businesses and organisations, Archie believes his school has now received enough support. In his words, it could help pay for swimming lessons “for years to come.” And that has prompted Archie to think about what comes next. From raising money to creating a ripple Rather than continuing to ask people to donate to his own school, Archie wants the next stage of Archie’s Ripple Effect to be about something bigger. He wants other children, schools and communities to create ripples of their own. Archie is acutely aware that families and communities are facing cost-of-living pressures. Having already received far more support than he ever expected, he doesn't want the focus to remain on raising more money for his school. Instead, he wants to share an idea. An idea that starts with one simple question: “Does every child at our school have access to the swimming and water safety education they need?” For some schools, the barrier isn't a lack of interest in swimming and water safety - it is the practical cost of making it happen. Archie and his family have heard firsthand of schools in their local area struggling to provide school swimming programs because transporting students to the local pool can cost around $1,000 a week . When transport, pool entry, instructors and other expenses are added together, giving every child access to swimming and water safety education can become difficult for school communities. But Archie’s story shows that young people can be part of finding solutions. Could your school create the next ripple? Archie is now challenging school captains, student leaders, teachers, parents and school communities across Australia to look at what is happening in their own school. If some children are missing out on swimming and water safety education, what could your community do about it? The answer doesn't have to be another Colour Run. It could be a school fete, disco, raffle, community partnership, sausage sizzle, awareness campaign or fundraiser. Better still, it could be an entirely new idea dreamed up by students themselves. Students could research the issue, talk to their teachers and principal, create a presentation, approach local organisations or businesses, and explore what could make swimming and water safety education more accessible at their school. That is exactly where Archie started: with an idea and a presentation. One child can start something much bigger Archie’s story isn't only about the amount of money raised. It is about what can happen when one child asks a question, a school listens and a community gets behind them . Along the way, Archie’s own connection with the water has continued to grow. From his involvement as a nipper and swimming alongside his siblings Albie and Millie, to being named a swimming age champion in 2026, the water has played an important role in his young life. His journey has also brought support from across his community - from his much-loved swim coach Ruth Everuss , to local businesses, organisations and community leaders who have helped turn one student's idea into something much bigger. Now Archie hopes the most important part of his project is still to come. Not another donation. Another ripple. If one school hears Archie’s story and decides to act, and that school inspires another, the impact can continue travelling far beyond his own community. It is fitting that Archie's original school captain presentation had a title that captured exactly what he hoped to achieve: “Making Waves - A School Captain’s Legacy.” What began as one young school captain wanting to help children at his own school could now become an invitation to young people across Australia to make waves of their own. One child. One school. One ripple. Then another. Until those ripples become a wave. Start your own ripple Archie’s challenge to schools is simple: Ask the question. Find out who is missing out. Get your students involved. And create your own way to help more children access swimming and water safety education. Your ripple doesn't need to look like Archie's. It just needs somewhere to start. Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS is proud to support Archie in sharing his message and inspiring the next generation of young water safety advocates . Archie’s story is a powerful example of what can happen when a young person sees a problem, speaks up and brings their community together to create change. We hope Archie’s Ripple Effect encourages schools, students and communities across Australia to start conversations about access to swimming and water safety education - and, most importantly, to turn those conversations into action. Because one child can inspire a school. One school can inspire a community. And one ripple can become a wave. #ArchiesRippleEffect Previous Next < Back to News Related Posts 1,800 NSW Teachers Equipped with Lifesaving Skills Ahead of Summer News and Media Emerging Swim Teachers Dive into a Day of Learning at the 2026 Swimposium News and Media Record ClubGRANTS Support Helps Royal Life Saving NSW Reach More Communities News and Media

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Recent drowning tragedies across Tasmania have highlighted an urgent and sobering reality — more must be done to prevent loss of life in our waterways. Since December, seven lives have been lost to drowning in Tasmania, reinforcing the need for a stronger, more coordinated approach to water safety. Royal Life Saving Tasmania is calling on government, industry, and community groups to work together to implement a “safe systems” approach to drowning prevention — one that recognises that no single solution will prevent drowning, but that collective action can. Every life lost is one too many Royal Life Saving Tasmania CEO Michael Ilinsky said the recent tragedies are a stark reminder of the importance of prevention. “Every life lost to drowning is one too many. These recent tragedies are a reminder that we must continue to strengthen our efforts and work together as a community.” Over the past decade, an average of eight people drown each year in Tasmania, with many of these deaths preventable. While decades of swimming and water safety education have significantly reduced drowning among children, the risk has shifted. Who is most at risk? Current data shows that drowning risk is highest among: Older adults (65+) — 25% of drowning deaths Men — 88% of fatalities People born overseas — 32% This highlights the need for targeted prevention strategies, particularly for adult populations who may not have had the same access to water safety education. A Safe Systems Approach Royal Life Saving Tasmania’s Drowning Prevention Plan (2023) provides a framework for a safer future — bringing together: Government agencies Aquatic and sporting organisations Community groups Education providers The plan aligns with broader state priorities including health, population growth, sport, and environmental management, ensuring drowning prevention is embedded across systems — not treated in isolation. Working together to save lives Drowning prevention is not just the responsibility of individuals — it requires shared responsibility across the entire community. From improving access to swimming and lifesaving skills, to safer aquatic environments and stronger public awareness, every action contributes to saving lives. Looking ahead Royal Life Saving Tasmania will continue progressing this work through collaboration and advocacy, including upcoming engagement with government and stakeholders. In April, the organisation will also mark a significant milestone — 110 years of Royal Life Saving in Tasmania — reflecting on a long-standing commitment to keeping communities safe in, on and around the water. 31 Mar 2026 A Safe System for Water Safety: A Community-Wide Approach to Prevent Drowning in Tasmania News and Media < Back to News Recent drowning tragedies across Tasmania have highlighted an urgent and sobering reality — more must be done to prevent loss of life in our waterways. Since December, seven lives have been lost to drowning in Tasmania, reinforcing the need for a stronger, more coordinated approach to water safety. Royal Life Saving Tasmania is calling on government, industry, and community groups to work together to implement a “safe systems” approach to drowning prevention — one that recognises that no single solution will prevent drowning, but that collective action can. Every life lost is one too many Royal Life Saving Tasmania CEO Michael Ilinsky said the recent tragedies are a stark reminder of the importance of prevention. “Every life lost to drowning is one too many. These recent tragedies are a reminder that we must continue to strengthen our efforts and work together as a community.” Over the past decade, an average of eight people drown each year in Tasmania , with many of these deaths preventable. While decades of swimming and water safety education have significantly reduced drowning among children, the risk has shifted. Who is most at risk? Current data shows that drowning risk is highest among: Older adults (65+) — 25% of drowning deaths Men — 88% of fatalities People born overseas — 32% This highlights the need for targeted prevention strategies , particularly for adult populations who may not have had the same access to water safety education. A Safe Systems Approach Royal Life Saving Tasmania’s Drowning Prevention Plan (2023) provides a framework for a safer future — bringing together: Government agencies Aquatic and sporting organisations Community groups Education providers The plan aligns with broader state priorities including health, population growth, sport, and environmental management , ensuring drowning prevention is embedded across systems — not treated in isolation. Working together to save lives Drowning prevention is not just the responsibility of individuals — it requires shared responsibility across the entire community . From improving access to swimming and lifesaving skills, to safer aquatic environments and stronger public awareness, every action contributes to saving lives. Looking ahead Royal Life Saving Tasmania will continue progressing this work through collaboration and advocacy, including upcoming engagement with government and stakeholders. In April, the organisation will also mark a significant milestone — 110 years of Royal Life Saving in Tasmania — reflecting on a long-standing commitment to keeping communities safe in, on and around the water. Previous Next < Back to News Related Posts 1,800 NSW Teachers Equipped with Lifesaving Skills Ahead of Summer News and Media Emerging Swim Teachers Dive into a Day of Learning at the 2026 Swimposium News and Media Record ClubGRANTS Support Helps Royal Life Saving NSW Reach More Communities News and Media

Royal Life Saving NSW seeks industry and community consultation on our proposed Best Practice Guide for Multicultural Inclusion in Aquatic Facilities. The purpose of this document is to ensure that the review and publication (and subsequent reviews) of the Best Practice Guide for Multicultural Inclusion in Aquatic Facilities are conducted and verified for adequacy and that input to the Guide is consultative and controlled effectively. Step 1 – Initial Guidelines Review has been conducted and completed, with endorsements to proceed to Step 2. Step 2 - CURRENT | Focused Guideline Consultation and Review In this step, we ask all stakeholders to consider the following: Content and Accuracy Grammar and spelling check Evaluation of significant differences between the current and proposed guide Publication and Implementation Plans Adoption and Rewarding of Implementation Feedback - Feedback will be accepted in the following formats: Written – preferably in word document Electronic via email Individuals who identify areas for improvement regarding guidelines should submit their feedback detailing the following: Identify the section of the Guideline to which the improvement is for or alternatively identify the words “add new” Describe the issue with the current sections Specify the recommended changes Download the Best Practice Guide for Multicultural Inclusion in Aquatic Facilities NSW below: Please send all correspondence to RLS Cultural Coordinator, Ying Fan | yingfan@royalnsw.com.au Feedback submissions close on Friday 2 September 2022. 22 July 2022 Industry & community consultation open for Multicultural Inclusion in Aquatic Facilities Diversity & Inclusion < Back to News Royal Life Saving NSW seeks industry and community consultation on our proposed Best Practice Guide for Multicultural Inclusion in Aquatic Facilities. The purpose of this document is to ensure that the review and publication (and subsequent reviews) of the Best Practice Guide for Multicultural Inclusion in Aquatic Facilities are conducted and verified for adequacy and that input to the Guide is consultative and controlled effectively. Step 1 – Initial Guidelines Review has been conducted and completed, with endorsements to proceed to Step 2. Step 2 - CURRENT | Focused Guideline Consultation and Review In this step, we ask all stakeholders to consider the following: Content and Accuracy Grammar and spelling check Evaluation of significant differences between the current and proposed guide Publication and Implementation Plans Adoption and Rewarding of Implementation Feedback - Feedback will be accepted in the following formats: Written – preferably in word document Electronic via email Individuals who identify areas for improvement regarding guidelines should submit their feedback detailing the following: Identify the section of the Guideline to which the improvement is for or alternatively identify the words “add new” Describe the issue with the current sections Specify the recommended changes Download the Best Practice Guide for Multicultural Inclusion in Aquatic Facilities NSW below: Download Please send all correspondence to RLS Cultural Coordinator, Ying Fan | yingfan@royalnsw.com.au Feedback submissions close on Friday 2 September 2022. Previous Next < Back to News Related Posts 1,800 NSW Teachers Equipped with Lifesaving Skills Ahead of Summer News and Media Emerging Swim Teachers Dive into a Day of Learning at the 2026 Swimposium News and Media Record ClubGRANTS Support Helps Royal Life Saving NSW Reach More Communities News and Media

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World First Aid Day is a reminder that anyone can learn the skills to help save a life. To celebrate World First Aid Day next Saturday, the 12th of September, Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS is offering 10% off First Aid/CPR training for one week only. First aid skills can make a critical difference when an emergency happens. Whether at home, at work, around the community or enjoying the water, knowing how to recognise an emergency and provide immediate assistance can help you respond with confidence while waiting for professional help to arrive. Be ready to respond Emergencies can happen anywhere and at any time. Learning First Aid and CPR provides practical skills that can help you respond to situations such as injuries, medical emergencies and cardiac arrest. Royal Life Saving training provides participants with practical, hands-on learning designed to build the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to act in an emergency. Whether you're refreshing an existing qualification, completing training for work, or simply want to be better prepared to help your family and community, World First Aid Day is a great time to update your skills. Save 10% this World First Aid Day For one week only, we're offering 10% off eligible First Aid training to celebrate World First Aid Day. Take advantage of the offer to learn or refresh skills that could one day help save a life. Offer: 10% off eligible First Aid/CPR training Available: 04 Friday September 2026 - midnight How to redeem: 1️⃣ Enter promo code WFAD10 in the discount code field. 2️⃣ Click “Recalculate Discount” and check that the discounted price has been applied. 3️⃣ Only then continue to the next screen and complete your booking. Learn the skills. Build your confidence. Be ready to respond. Book your First Aid training with Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS today and make sure you're prepared when it matters most. 4 Sept 2026 Celebrate World First Aid Day with 10% Off First Aid Training News and Media < Back to News World First Aid Day is a reminder that anyone can learn the skills to help save a life. To celebrate World First Aid Day next Saturday, the 12th of September, Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS is offering 10% off First Aid/CPR training for one week only . First aid skills can make a critical difference when an emergency happens. Whether at home, at work, around the community or enjoying the water, knowing how to recognise an emergency and provide immediate assistance can help you respond with confidence while waiting for professional help to arrive. Be ready to respond Emergencies can happen anywhere and at any time. Learning First Aid and CPR provides practical skills that can help you respond to situations such as injuries, medical emergencies and cardiac arrest. Royal Life Saving training provides participants with practical, hands-on learning designed to build the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to act in an emergency. Whether you're refreshing an existing qualification, completing training for work, or simply want to be better prepared to help your family and community, World First Aid Day is a great time to update your skills. Save 10% this World First Aid Day For one week only , we're offering 10% off eligible First Aid training to celebrate World First Aid Day. Take advantage of the offer to learn or refresh skills that could one day help save a life. Offer: 10% off eligible First Aid/CPR training Available: 04 Friday September 2026 - midnight How to redeem: 1️⃣ Enter promo code WFAD10 in the discount code field. 2️⃣ Click “Recalculate Discount” and check that the discounted price has been applied. 3️⃣ Only then continue to the next screen and complete your booking. Learn the skills. Build your confidence. Be ready to respond. Book your First Aid training with Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS today and make sure you're prepared when it matters most. Previous Next < Back to News Related Posts 1,800 NSW Teachers Equipped with Lifesaving Skills Ahead of Summer News and Media Emerging Swim Teachers Dive into a Day of Learning at the 2026 Swimposium News and Media Record ClubGRANTS Support Helps Royal Life Saving NSW Reach More Communities News and Media

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f7d59784-4337-4056-b56a-61a31add6ee5 Stage 4 - Lifesaving Royal Life Saving is an international leader in lifesaving education programs. Learn how to save lives in and around a range of aquatic environments Menu > Stage 4 - Lifesaving > Stage 5 - Lifesaving > Stage 4- First Aid Awareness > Stage 5- First Aid Awareness > Swim Safe Swim Sober Overview The course will invite learners to engage with learning content that will equip them to be safer around water, and to gain the requisite skills required for the Bronze e-Lifesaving online course. Knowledge gained in this course complements the theory component of Lifesaving awards such as the Bronze Medallion. Module 1 - Hazards and Personal Safety Module 2 - Risks and Perrt Influences Module 3 Responding to Emergencies Enrol Now