Swimming
Generally, the north coast provides safe areas for all ages, while the south coast is more rugged with areas requiring particular care. Do not swim alone and, if in doubt, ask for some local knowledge before entering the water.
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Keep Yourself Safe
Although beaches are beautiful, there are some dangers associated with open ocean. Beware of rips and undertows. Seek advice from locals on current conditions. Shark attacks, although rare, have occurred in waters around the world and indeed around the Australian coastline.
See the beaches section of this site for more information about individual beaches.