Stories from our community
The beach and ocean plays a significant role in many lives and our community has many stories to tell.
Originally from China, Ora shares his experience of falling off a rock ledge at one of the most dangerous rock fishing spots in Australia.
![Ora](https://beachsafetyhub.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Ora-e1706238677708.jpg)
With a serious passion for rock fishing and as a highly trained Surf Lifesaver, Yoni has many stories to share.
![yoni](https://beachsafetyhub.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/yoni.jpg)
Originally from Pakistan, Babar and his family love spending time at the beach.
![Babar_Image_15](https://beachsafetyhub.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Babar_Image_15-1.jpg)
Originally from Lebanon, Nasim had a near drowning experience while at the beach with his friends. Watch Nasim tell his story and how this experience changed him.
![Nasim_SS1](https://beachsafetyhub.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Nasim_SS1.jpg)
Coming to Australia as a Vietnamese refugee, Phil was traumatised by his experiences on the ocean. Now, Phil is a proud Surf Lifesaver and wants to share his story to help others.
![Phil 18](https://beachsafetyhub.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Phil-18.jpg)
From Sudan, Nashern's shares her story of challenges and triumphs and the importance of keeping her children safe by the water.
![Nashern 2](https://beachsafetyhub.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Nashern-2.jpg)
Originally from Egypt, Amr is an avid rock fisher keen to share his experiences to help others stay safe on the coast.
![Amr 7](https://beachsafetyhub.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Amr-7.jpg)
What is your story?
Do you have a story to tell that you would like to share? Have you had a scary, happy or life changing experience with the ocean or at a beach? No matter how big or small we would love to hear your story.