News and Updates

Connecting Australia's Aquatic Industry Royal Life Saving NSW is pleased to announce that registrations are now open for the Regional Pool Managers Conference 2026, taking place on 2–3 September at Mudgee Parklands Resort. Bringing together pool managers, aquatic leaders and industry professionals from across Australia, the conference provides a valuable opportunity to learn from industry experts, explore emerging trends, share practical solutions and strengthen professional

Every incident of occupational violence has a cost. Some costs are immediate and visible, while others are hidden within an organisation's operations, workforce and reputation. Although many aquatic facilities respond effectively to individual incidents, fewer stop to consider the cumulative cost of occupational violence over months and years.

Every day, pool lifeguards, swim teachers, customer service teams, duty managers and aquatic professionals make hundreds of decisions that help prevent incidents, respond to emergencies and create welcoming environments for millions of Australians. Yet increasingly, these same workers are becoming the target of abuse, harassment and aggression simply for doing their jobs.

From 1 July 2026, significant changes to the NSW Workers Compensation Scheme have come into effect, introducing new requirements for psychological injury claims.

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At Drowning Prevention Australian we are helping organisations create safer, healthier and more sustainable places Organisations today face increasing expectations to deliver safe, healthy and sustainable environments for workers, customers, visitors and communities. Whether managing an aquatic facility, community infrastructure, workplace, recreation venue or public space, leaders must navigate a growing range of responsibilities including health and safety, psychosocial wel