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Royal Life Saving – Australia research has shown that last year there were 8,000 lifeguard rescues at public pools, but tragically 6 drowning deaths and an estimated 18 non-fatal drownings. Every improvement to lifeguard detection and response should be investigated by pool owners and operators and celebrated. Royal Life Saving continues to champion aquatic safety innovation, recently hosting successful demonstration events showcasing Lynxight’s AI-powered drowning prevention technology. These events highlighted how cutting-edge technology can complement lifeguards in creating safer aquatic environments. The demo days, held in partnership with Life Saving Victoria, Royal Life Saving New South Wales & Royal Life Saving Queensland, took place at Maribyrnong Aquatic Centre in Victoria, Oran Park Leisure Centre in New South Wales and Gould Adams Aquatic Centre in Queensland. Attendees, including aquatic facility operators, managers, and safety authorities, witnessed live demonstrations of Lynxight’s capabilities, such as real-time monitoring, incident detection, and predictive analytics. “This technology empowers lifeguards with tools to respond faster and more effectively,” said Dan Mulvey, General Manager of Lynxight. “We’re grateful to Royal Life Saving for their collaboration and commitment to innovation in aquatic safety.” Lynxight’s AI system, which uses overhead cameras and specialist software to detect unusual water movement, is already operational at Gould Adams Park Aquatic Centre in Queensland. It provides lifeguards with instant alerts via smartwatches, pinpointing potential incidents and enhancing response times. 4 Feb 2025 Royal Life Saving Champions AI Aquatic Safety Technology with Lynxight Risk and Safety < Back to News Royal Life Saving – Australia research has shown that last year there were 8,000 lifeguard rescues at public pools, but tragically 6 drowning deaths and an estimated 18 non-fatal drownings. Every improvement to lifeguard detection and response should be investigated by pool owners and operators and celebrated. Royal Life Saving continues to champion aquatic safety innovation, recently hosting successful demonstration events showcasing Lynxight’s AI-powered drowning prevention technology. These events highlighted how cutting-edge technology can complement lifeguards in creating safer aquatic environments. The demo days, held in partnership with Life Saving Victoria, Royal Life Saving New South Wales & Royal Life Saving Queensland, took place at Maribyrnong Aquatic Centre in Victoria, Oran Park Leisure Centre in New South Wales and Gould Adams Aquatic Centre in Queensland. Attendees, including aquatic facility operators, managers, and safety authorities, witnessed live demonstrations of Lynxight’s capabilities, such as real-time monitoring, incident detection, and predictive analytics. “This technology empowers lifeguards with tools to respond faster and more effectively,” said Dan Mulvey, General Manager of Lynxight. “We’re grateful to Royal Life Saving for their collaboration and commitment to innovation in aquatic safety.” Lynxight’s AI system, which uses overhead cameras and specialist software to detect unusual water movement, is already operational at Gould Adams Park Aquatic Centre in Queensland. It provides lifeguards with instant alerts via smartwatches, pinpointing potential incidents and enhancing response times. Previous Next < Back to News Related Posts A Great Day on the Green at the Drowning Prevention Golf Day News and Media National Drowning Report 2026: New South Wales drowning toll reinforces need for action News and Media Celebrate World First Aid Day with 10% Off First Aid Training News and Media

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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 A Great Day on the Green at the Drowning Prevention Golf Day News and Media National Drowning Report 2026: New South Wales drowning toll reinforces need for action News and Media Celebrate World First Aid Day with 10% Off First Aid Training News and Media

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