Both volunteer surf lifesavers and paid lifeguards will work together over the summer school holidays to help keep our beaches safe.
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Beach patrols will be provided at Hungry Head Beach Urunga and North Beach at Mylestom from 9.00am to 5.00pm daily from Saturday 16 December 2017 until Sunday 28 January 2018.
Mayor Cr Dominic King said: ‘Council is happy to provide a lifeguard service to complement the great work done by the volunteer members of our local surf lifesaving clubs. Summer holidays are a fantastic time to get out and enjoy a swim at local beaches “
Remember to swim in the surf in the area between the red and yellow flags.
For further information contact Council’s Manager of Community & Wellbeing Alison Pattinson on 66557300.
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Spike In Drownings Prompts Beach Safety Plea
Four drownings in the space of two weeks has prompted Surf Life Saving NSW to issue a safety plea ahead of what is expected to be a busy Christmas/New Year period.
With the recent coastal drowning deaths, the NSW drowning toll now stands at 16, compared to 12 recorded in the corresponding period last year.
Surf Life Saving CEO Steven Pearce said it has been a difficult few days for the volunteers.
“I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the efforts of all our members who have been involved in responding to these emergencies or involved in the extensive search operations.
“They have gone above and beyond the call of duty putting in the hours to help in any way possible,” Mr Pearce said.
“What these tragic incidents highlight is just how unpredictable the ocean can be, and our thoughts go out to everyone involved.”
There have been two incidents at Port Macquarie, one at Byron Bay and one at Coffs Harbour.
With thousands of families expected to flock to beaches all around NSW, lifesavers are encouraging people to make the extra effort and swim at a patrolled location.
“With Christmas just around the corner and a busy time expected on our beaches it’s important that the public take heed of any safety messages,” said Steven Pearce.
“The holidays are a great time to relax but it is also the time when families are away from home at unfamiliar beaches they may rarely or have never visited.
“Please talk to lifesavers and lifeguards who are there to help. If you are in any doubt about your own abilities or your ability to keep others safe, please don’t take the risk.
“Our Christmas wish is for everyone to return home safely to their families these holidays,” said Steven Pearce.