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Australian beach drowning statistics rise as lifesavers plead with public to stay safe

This summer has been the most deadly for drownings in years for some Australian states. (ABC News: Harriet Tatham)

Australians are being urged to take care by the water, with the latest drowning figures showing the nation is experiencing a deadlier than usual summer.

New South Wales is on track for a record-breaking summer of drownings, as Victoria reels from its most deadly Christmas holidays in almost two decades.

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