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Illawarra
On Jan 14, 2026

Preparedness pays off in EPIRB activation in the Shoalhaven

A signal from an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) triggered a multi-agency response earlier today, Wednesday 14 January. Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Stuart Massey said the alarm was...
Greater Sydney
On Jan 12, 2026

Marine Rescue NSW volunteers complete more than 4,500 rescues during demanding year on the water

The Lake Macquarie region has been identified as the waterway where boaters are most likely to need assistance in NSW as almost a third of Marine Rescue NSW units across the state experienced record...
Greater Sydney
On Jan 2, 2026

Marine Rescue Port Jackson crews continue search for swimmer missing off Coogee Beach

Volunteers from Marine Rescue Port Jackson have joined the multi-agency search for a swimmer missing off Coogee Beach. Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Andrew Harding said Marine Rescue Port Jackson...
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