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Why more Australians are drowning than ever before
Why more Australians are drowning than ever before
The BriefingEp. 672 Sea. 628 Dec 25

Why more Australians are drowning than ever before

About the episode

Monday Headlines: Families of Bondi Beach terror attack victims call for federal royal commission, US President Donald Trump has a "good and very productive call" with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, Iconic French film star Brigitte Bardot dies age 91, and Master Lock Comanche has won Sydney to Hobart line honours. Deep Dive: New national drowning data shows deaths are at their highest since records began, with a sharp and alarming rise among teenagers and young adults. In this episode of the Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by water safety expert Justin Scarr, who breaks down what's driving the crisis. Unpack why child drowning has fallen while risk skyrockets after age 10, how rip currents are catching even confident swimmers off guard, and why so many rescues are now being attempted by parents and bystanders - often with tragic consequences. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpod Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcast Facebook: @thebriefingpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.