It might be the first day of winter, but did you know almost a third of Victorian drowning deaths last year happened during the colder autumn and winter months?
“Safety around water is still important during winter,” says Dr Bernadette …
Month: May 2018
Next season, LSV will be using a new radio system that integrates our communications with other emergency services agencies. It will revolutionise the way we communicate and has been seven years in the making.
“The changes will benefit every single …
A ten-year study by Royal Life Saving Society Australia into drownings at aquatic facilities revealed that more work is needed to enforce the messages around active parental supervision of young children.
The research report, titled ‘A 10-Year Analysis of Drowning …
It might be time to put another log on the fire, but for athletes wanting aquatic sports glory this summer it’s also a time to continue with fitness to be lifesaving-ready when the warmer weather returns.
“There are many chances …
Back in 1974, then-thirteen-year-old Bill Strachan signed up to become a member of the Ocean Grove SLSC, later qualifying in the same year for his surf rescue certificate (as it’s now known). Many qualifications followed, including being the second person …
LSV welcomes the Victorian Budget 2018/19 announcements of funding support for water safety initiatives – a much-needed investment in drowning prevention for the State.
Announced in this Budget, the State Government will provide $11.5M to LSV for upgrades at lifesaving …
LSV’s Open Water Learning Experience and Sink or Swim programs are set to hit the road again traveling regionally throughout Term 4, 2018 and Term 1 2019.
These programs deliver vital information to students ensuring they understand the potential dangers …
Contrary to popular beliefs, Winter is the best time of year to learn swimming and water safety skills! You can use the following information to educate parents on the importance of swimming all year round.
MYTH: Swimming in winter leads …
During March, students of Debney Meadows Primary School in Flemington took part in Life Saving Victoria’s (LSV) Meet a Lifeguard Program which educates participants on how to be safe at beaches and around waterways.
Debney Meadows has a high population …
Have you ever wanted to host LSV Training as part of your school curriculum but found it difficult to schedule an incursion that involves so many dates and times across multiple terms? Have you found that accredited training is outside …