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On Oct 12, 2026

Marine Rescue NSW completes 298 missions in September as demand across Greater Sydney hits new high

Marine Rescue NSW volunteers across the state performed 298 search and rescue missions in September, safely returning 659 people to shore, including 77 emergency responses. Marine Rescue Botany Port...
Northern Rivers
On Oct 11, 2026

Marine Rescue Wooli volunteers ready for the future with new rescue vessel

Search and rescue capability on the state’s North Coast has received a significant boost with Marine Rescue NSW officially commissioning Wooli 30, a new rescue vessel that will support...
Illawarra
On Oct 1, 2026

Marine Rescue NSW urges caution after young paddleboarders blown offshore at Sanctuary Point

Three young paddleboarders were swept approximately 800 metres from shore by strong winds on St Georges Basin at Sanctuary Point this afternoon before Marine Rescue Sussex Inlet volunteers located...
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