As an Island nation blessed with beautiful beaches, a spectacular coastline and many magnificent lakes and rivers it is no surprise that New Zealanders like to spend so much time in and around water. WaterWeb has been developed to help provide the essential information all New Zealanders need to know for an enjoyable and safe time on the water.

WaterWeb is a resource for all New Zealand communities and we strongly encourage you to utilise the information to help keep you, your family and loved ones safe in, on and under the water.

WaterWeb provides statistical information, the latest news plus access to free educational programmes and resources. There are also links to our Water Safety New Zealand’s 36 member organisations and other related sites.

Kia Maanu, Kia Ora! Stay Afloat Stay Alive!

Drowning Numbers High in April

7 May 2008

There were 13 drowning deaths in April, the highest since 22 were recorded in 1997 according to statistics released today by Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ).

The average number of drowning deaths during the month of April (2003-2007) is six. Typically April contributes 13% (2003-2007) of the January to April year to date drowning toll, this year that figure is 30%.

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Drowning of Children Under 5 Increases

2 April 2008

Two minutes left alone is all it takes for a small child to drown. In the last five years 37 infant and preschool children have drowned in New Zealand.

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