Across Australia
We’re here to help all Australians enjoy the water safely through drowning prevention leadership, education and action. We want to bring a love of swimming and water safety education to more people in the community, especially those who may not otherwise have the opportunity to participate.
Drowning Prevention Leadership
Royal Life Saving has a resolute focus to achieve the Australian Water Safety Council's long-term goal of reducing drowning deaths in Australia - directing significant resources towards its implementation.
RESEARCH, POLICY AND ADVOCACY

Royal Life Saving's programs, products and services are underpinned by research and a commitment to continual improvement. From 2021-2022 research delivered:

49,156
Research page views
24,869
National Drowning Report page views
8,156
Summer Drowning Toll Page Views
Community Awareness and Action
While we talk about its perils, we actually want all Australians to love and to enjoy the water safely. We advocate on a wide range of drowning prevention and water safety issues through targeted campaigns, educating communities about the risks of drowning and prevention strategies, reaching over 5 million people annually.
Campaigns and Programs
SWIMMING, LIFESAVING, WATER SAFETY PATHWAY

We are building a nation of lifesavers that together help create communities free from drowning. We want to bring a love of swimming and water safety education to more people in the community, especially those who may not otherwise have the opportunity to participate. Further, foster pool lifesaving sport as vehicle for skills and leadership development.

Over 20 million participants have enjoyed Swim and Survive since inception.
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592,268 + Education and Training Awards issued annually.
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300,000+ participants undertake classroom awards per annum.
Safer Aquatic Locations
We are championing safety in all aquatic environments through risk management, industry development and training initiatives. Managing the Guidelines for Safe Pool Operation with over 500 subscribers.
Aquatic Risk and Guidelines
People and Culture
Our people are our most essential asset, they bring commitment, energy, skills and reach into communities across the nation. Investing in them, bringing clear purpose, the resources they need, building partnerships and fostering innovation, amplify their impact.