Myth of the collapsing sand bar
The media like to report of a 'collapsing sand bar' that cause people to be 'dragged out to sea' in rips but the idea that a sandbar can collapse is a…
Category: Water Safety
Audio: Andre gives an insight into the holiday drowning spike
Andre spoke with Natalie Peters on 2GB about the recent spate of drownings, why we might be seeing this spike and things we can work on to reverse the…
This ‘golden rule’ will keep you beach safe this summer
Surf safety messages can get so complicated. There are so many rules, but what if I said you only need to know one 'rule' when you go to the beach?
Ocean swimming safety
The ocean is a hazardous environment at any time and ocean swimmers must always respect it. Learn how to stay safe while ocean swimming.
Learn how to survive rip currents
Rip currents are our beaches hidden danger and they are responsible for the majority of beach drownings. Learn how to spot, avoid and survive a rip cu…
The OceanFit Ocean Responsibility Code
The beach is Australia’s favourite playground. Keep to the Ocean Responsibility Code to have fun and stay safe at the beach this summer.
Do fluro vests spell the end of bare chested ocean swimming?
New hi-vis fluro vests are set to become the norm in ocean swimming events and for ocean swimmers this policy will effectively mean the end to partici…
Where to swim when not between the flags
Learn how to choose a place to swim when you don't want to swim between the flags on a patrolled beach or when you're on a beach without flags.
5 tips to avoid drowning at the beach
The beach can be an dangerous and unforgiving place and all beach-goers should know these five basic beach safety tips to avoid drowning at the beach.
Big wave charger or beginner? Read this it could save your life
Learning to relax and not to panic is a very important skill and may help you save your life in all types of surf conditions.
