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Spate of NSW drownings sparks fresh safety calls

Nine people have drowned on the New South Wales coast since summer began… and that’s sparked calls from lifesavers and lifeguards for increased swim-safety education.

Experts say the country’s still playing catch-up, after the lack of swimming lessons during the pandemic.

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Montanna Clare

Montanna joined the Newcastle bureau in 2023, after starting at NBN News on the Central Coast, and previously worked in Canberra for over a year with WIN News. She's passionate about telling local stories, loves all things water or sport related, and loves good coffee. She also never misses an opportunity to pat a dog.

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