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First Aid Courses in Perth: Why Experience and Community Trust Matter

When it comes to choosing a first aid course in Perth, there are many providers to pick from. The real question isn’t just “where can I book a course”? — it’s “who can I trust to give me the skills and confidence to save a life”? For over 100 years,…

Lifesaving teamwork on display

Receiving a distress call from a member of the public, Kalani, a dedicated SLSWA Lifeguard on duty at Cottesloe Beach recently, sprang into action, going to the aid of a man experiencing chest pains. The patient told Kalani he had experienced a similar but less severe pain some hours earlier,…

Spotted a shark at the beach? Would you know how to report it?

Our vibrant marine ecosystem here in WA means a range of marine life, including sharks, may be present at your chosen beach. Beachgoers are always encouraged to report a sighting of a shark to ensure necessary actions can be taken by the authorities to help keep other beachgoers safe. These…

Do you know your local BEN?

In an emergency, timeliness in response is of the utmost importance and in some instances can be the difference between life & death. This is when knowing your local BEN could make all the difference. But what is a BEN? When visiting some West Aussie beaches, you may have noticed…