Sadly almost 100 people drown at Australian beaches every year.

To help keep people safe on local beaches this summer, Northern Beaches Council is hosting two free information presentations on 24 January with 'Dr Rip' (aka Dr Robert Brander), senior lecturer and surf scientist at the University of New South Wales.

'Science of the Surf' is a fascinating presentation about how our beaches work and behave; from the journey of tiny little sand grains onto your favourite beach to the massive swell that rolls in during big storms.

Keep safe in the surf this summer and understand your favourite beach better by learning how to "read" the conditions of the beach and surf.

'Dr Rip' is an international expert on rip currents and beaches and is also a surf lifesaver. He will answer all your rip and beach related questions:

  • Do you know how to spot rip currents and how to get out of one?
  • Why is rock fishing the most dangerous sport in Australia?
  • Do you know how waves form and break?
  • Why are some beaches safer than others?
  • How will your beach be affected by climate change?

Event details:

Bookings are essential. Visit www.pittwater.nsw.gov.au/cec or call 1300 000 232.

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