Category : Water Sports


Norwegian Skates 5500km from Sydney to Perth

Joachim Lanham, a 23-year-old Norwegian, completed a 5500km rollerblade trek from Sydney to Perth in 53 days, celebrating with chocolate milk and praising Australian hospitality.

Surf Life Saving Championships Back at Lake Macquarie

Over 20,000 people will gather at Blacksmiths Beach for the NSW Surf Life Saving Championships, hosted by Swansea-Belmont Club from 2026 to 2028, boosting the local economy by an estimated $3 million annually.

Illawarra Club Honors Kurt Drysdale After Pneumonia Battle

The Helensburgh-Stanwell Park surf life saving club has paid tribute to Kurt Drysdale, who died following a two-week battle with pneumonia. Despite a spinal injury in 2015, his resilience and community spirit inspired many, with tributes from the NRL comm

E-Bike Safety Debate Heats Up Over Road Rules

The discussion around e-bike safety, road rules, and regulations is escalating as stakeholders call for clearer guidelines and enforcement to address growing concerns on Australian roads.

Shark Sighting Closes Newcastle Beach After Drone Patrol

Nobbys Beach in Newcastle has been evacuated and closed to swimmers after a drone patrol spotted a large shark. Lifeguards on jet skis are monitoring the situation as increased shark activity continues along the NSW coast.

Teen's 4km Ocean Swim Saves Family in WA Rescue

Thirteen-year-old Austin Appelbee swam four kilometres through rough seas off Geographe Bay to summon help after his family was swept out to sea, showcasing extraordinary courage and resilience.

Search for Missing Gold Coast Fisherman Intensifies

The search for missing Gold Coast fisherman Ash Haigh has escalated, with volunteers and authorities scouring waters from Queensland to NSW, hoping to find him alive after his boat was found unmanned.

Abalone Season: 22 Fishers Rescued in Hectic Hour

Volunteer surf lifesavers performed 22 rescues in just one hour during Perth's abalone season, with nine more requiring first aid. Fisheries officers issued 33 infringements as safety concerns mount.

Missing Boater Search Underway Off Gold Coast

A major search operation is underway for a man missing off the Gold Coast after his boat was found unoccupied 25 nautical miles southeast of the seaway. Police and helicopters are involved.

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