Drowning is a persistent and traumatic issue that affects thousands of families, first responders and communities every year. This report found there were 323 drowning deaths over the past 12 months, 16 per cent higher than the ten-year average. This report examines the factors that contribute to drowning deaths in Australia by examining who, where...

Contains a detailed analysis of the Australian coastal safety context for the period of 1 July 2013 to 30 June 2014. Introduction