Delivering life saving skills in Maningrida

Swimming NT and Sport and Recreation teamed up to deliver vital lifeguard training in Maningrida last week.
Eight participants took part in the course delivered by Mark Walker, a veteran of aquatics who has spent a lot of time running training programs across West Arnhem over the years.
As part of the course, participants did practical and theory work in performing water rescues, first aid, using spinal boards and supervising patrons in the facility.
“These are vital skills for the community members to hold and as we gear up our expansion of aquatic programs in Maningrida, it’s fantastic to have a local team of Lifeguards who can support community programs,” said Council’s Sport and Recreation Coordinator Seide Ramadani.
The next lifeguard course will be held in Jabiru in late March. Stay tuned for details.