Surf Safety

We all love a day at the beach, but the surf can be unpredictable. That's why lifeguards use the red and yellow flags to show you the safe area to swim.

Staying safe and making the most of the coast requires knowledge and skills. This website is designed to help you learn about the beach, the science of the surf and the creatures in our oceans. Just choose a topic below, or see our Resources page.

It's all about helping you to enjoy and stay safe our beautiful coast.


Surf Safety

Flags & Signs

Lifeguard Top Tips

Rip Currents

Waves

Sun Safety

Alcohol & Drugs

Bystander Rescue



The right gear

Rock Fishing

Boating

Watercraft

Diving and Snorkelling



Marine Creatures

Blue-ringed Octopus

Cone Shell

Lionfish

Saltwater Crocodile

Sea Snakes

Sea Urchin

Sharks

Stingrays

Stonefish

Glossary



Marine Stingers

Blubber

Bluebottle

Box Jellyfish

Irukandji

Jimble

Little Mauve Stinger

Morbakka

Snottie