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Refugees, migrants at greater risk of drowning are being urged to learn to swim

Refugees, migrants at greater risk of drowning are being urged to learn to swim

Thu, 29 Apr 21

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-03-06/drowning-prevention-strategies-tailored-to-at-risk-migrants/13212606 Teaching adult migrants and refugees how to swim should be part of welcoming new arrivals to help prevent tragic deaths, according to water safety experts. Sixteen people, all born overseas, have drowned in the past 10 years in the Coffs Harbour region of NSW, according to Royal Life Saving Australia. The Coffs Coast is a major resettlement area for migrants and refugees. "When you come to Australia you need three things, you need to get a job, get a drivers licence and learn to swim," he quoted.

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