Work Health & Safety Stories

  • Meet Nicole, recognised for community water safety at SWELL Palmerston

    July 30, 2026

    Keeping communities safe around water comes naturally to Nicole Burge, a lifeguard at SWELL Palmerston who’s been recognised by Royal Life Saving Society Northern Territory (NT) with an ‘Outstanding Community Service in Water Safety’ Award nomination. As the leading water…

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  • Liverpool seniors stay active, safe and connected at Michael Wenden

    July 27, 2026

    The team at Michael Wenden Aquatic Leisure Centre have helped a dedicated group of over 20 members of the community in Liverpool aged 60 and over to build both critical lifesaving skills and connections to reduce isolation. A successful three-week pilot of…

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  • Kaipātiki Hot Springs helps tamariki build water confidence ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day

    July 23, 2026

    Kaipātiki Hot Springs has helped over 120 tamariki (children) from local kura (schools) build water confidence by hosting the swim leg of the Kaipara Schools Triathlon, creating a structured and supportive environment for young people to take part in the water.  Ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day on…

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  • 40 years, thousands of swimmers: Meet Karen, helping communities stay safe at SWIRL

    July 23, 2026

    As World Drowning Prevention Day approaches on 25 July, Smithton Wellbeing Indoor Recreation and Leisure Centre (SWIRL) Swim Teacher Karen Fisher is celebrating 40 years of helping north-west Tasmanians build confidence, learn lifesaving skills and stay safe in and around…

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  • ‘Anyone can drown’: Cheryl McLennan shares her story ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day

    July 21, 2026

    Australia and New Zealand recorded a combined 435 drowning deaths in the latest reporting period, with every life lost leaving an impact on families, friends, rescuers, first responders and communities. Ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day on Saturday 25 July, Belgravia Leisure is partnering with Royal…

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  • Bundaberg Aquatic Centre hosts Queensland Pool Rescue State Championships

    July 10, 2026

    Bundaberg Aquatic Centre has hosted the prestigious Queensland Pool Rescue State Championships on 11 and 12 July, bringing almost 500 of the region’s leading lifesaving athletes, officials and spectators to Bundaberg for a two-day competition focused on water safety, rescue…

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