Record drowning deaths highlight risks in regional communities 29/08/2025 Facebook Dr Shayne Baker is urging those who are using rural water ways to priorities safety as drowning rates surge. (Supplied/File) By Lucy Waldron Australia has recorded the highest number of drowning deaths since records began, prompting urgent warnings from experts, Royal Life Saving […] Subscribe or Login to see the rest of the content. Username Password * Remember Me Forgot Password