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By the numbers
On Nov 11, 2026

Marine Rescue NSW crews respond to 338 missions in October

Marine Rescue NSW volunteer crews performed 338 search and rescue missions across the state during October, including 93 emergency responses, safely returning 671 people to shore. Volunteer radio...
Mid North Coast
On Nov 10, 2026

Marine Rescue Port Macquarie volunteers rescue five after outrigger canoe rollover

Volunteers from Marine Rescue Port Macquarie have rescued five people following an outrigger canoe rollover on the Hastings River bar this evening. Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Glenn Sullivan said...
Moama
On Nov 6, 2026

Marine Rescue Moama volunteers search for missing fisherman

Marine Rescue Moama volunteers are assisting a multi-agency search for a missing fisherman on the Murray River at Nyah, in northern Victoria. Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Stuart Massey said a...
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