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Update: Search for missing fisherman (southern Sydney) off Illawarra coast

Marine Rescue NSW volunteers on board Port Kembla 31 assisted the multi-agency search for a missing fisherman off the Illawarra Coast today (Thursday 14 August). “The crew on board Port Kembla 31...

Illawarra

On Aug 14, 2025

Marine Rescue Port Kembla volunteers join search for missing fisherman

Volunteers on board Marine Rescue NSW vessel Port Kembla 31 are continuing the search for a missing fisherman off the Illawarra coast today alongside a NSW Water Police vessel. Marine Rescue NSW...

By the numbers

On Aug 13, 2025

Cooler weather no barrier as boaters keep Marine Rescue NSW crews busy in July

Marine Rescue NSW volunteers completed 237 search and rescue missions in July, including 82 emergency responses, safely returning 450 people to shore. “The cooler weather didn’t deter boaters...

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