The latest in beach safety research
This blog is a space to share the latest on beach safety research. We provide information and updates on our own projects, and also love to share what others in the community are up to. If you would like to submit a blog, please get in touch
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Sun, Surf and Struggles
The image of the bronzed surfer taking on the swell under summer skies is a mainstay of Australian culture. But is it all sun, sand, surf and good times? In our new study of nearly 800 surfers from NSW, Australia, published in the Journal of Outdoor Tourism and Recreation, the UNSW Beach Safety Research Group found the mental and physical health benefits are only one part of the story, with downsides frequently glossed over.