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Illawarra
On Nov 17, 2025

Marine Rescue Jervis Bay capability strengthened with Bendigo Bank grant

The Jervis Bay boating community will benefit greatly from the support of Bendigo Bank Community Bank Sanctuary Point and Districts, with a $75,000 grant to assist the dedicated volunteers at Marine...
Hunter Central Coast
On Nov 12, 2025

Marine Rescue Tuggerah Lakes saves boaters stranded on Budgewoi Lake

A volunteer crew from Marine Rescue Tuggerah Lakes has safely returned a couple to shore after their vintage four-metre vessel began taking on water earlier this afternoon. Marine Rescue NSW...
Ballina
On Nov 12, 2025

Marine Rescue Ballina replacement rescue vessel passes sea trial

A new state-of-the-art replacement rescue vessel for Marine Rescue Ballina has moved a step closer to entering operational service, following a successful sea trial and unit induction at Yamba....
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