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“We acted on instinct. We knew we had to get out there fast to save the people who were drowning.” Molly Colgan, Volunteer Surf Lifesaver, Quinns Mindarie SLSC
Incredible rescues like the one at Venus Bay take place all around our Australian coastline. Click the button below to read about another life-changing rescue that occurred last summer at North Mullaloo Beach in Western Australia. A couple had been swept out beyond huge waves and into the deep ocean by a terrifying rip current. Helpless to its power, the swimmers felt this could be the end – until a group of young volunteer surf lifesavers selflessly and heroically came to their aid, giving them a second chance at life.
You can imagine that if you spent all day, every day in the sun, surf and sand, you might start looking a bit worse for wear.
Our rescue gear and equipment is the same – the frequency with which it is used, coupled with the harsh Australian coastal conditions mean that this equipment needs to either be repaired, replenished, or replaced often.