Program Overview

Our TAFE and adult education sessions are designed to equip students with essential knowledge about safe rock fishing and coastal water practices. Delivered by Surf Life Saving NSW, these 45-60 minute interactive sessions take place at TAFE campuses across NSW and are tailored to adult learners, particularly those participating in the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP).
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This program is supported by

TAFE (1)
  • Expert-Led Sessions – Delivered by experienced Surf Life Saving NSW presenters.
  • Interactive Learning – Engaging presentations with real-life examples, safety demonstrations, and Q&A opportunities.
  • Rock Fishing Safety – Key safety tips, correct gear use, and understanding risks.
  • Coastal Water Awareness – How to stay safe at beaches, rivers, and rock platforms.
  • Emergency Response – What to do in case of an incident and how to seek help.

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Other Rock Fishing Safety Programs

Coastal Safety Workshop

Full-day event at NSW fishing spots with expert talks, safety demos, lifejacket fittings, and a free lunch

Practical In-Water Safety

Advanced hands-on training with lifeguards for those who completed previous workshops

In-Community Safety Workshop

Morning sessions in diverse Sydney communities covering fishing safety, gear, and coastal awareness

Timmy Gone Fishing

45-min fun, interactive water safety lessons for young children

Community Education Stalls

Pop-up stalls at events offering safety advice and take-home resources

Safety Resource Campaigns

Awareness drive through tackle shops, visitor centers, and community forums with safety materials.

Rock Fishing Safety Videos

These videos have been filmed with the help of our amazing Surf Life Saving Lifesavers and members. These videos focus on key rock fishing safety messaging and are subtitled in English.

Rock Fishing Safety Infographic

Crafted by SLSNSW this infographic provides a visually illustrative and simple way to promote key rock fishing safety messages and activities.

Rock Fishing Safety Fact Sheets

Our rock fishing safety fact sheets have been created for our diverse multilingual communities with the support of our Multicultural Advisory group and with the help of the communities they are created for.

Rock Fishing Safety

Rock fishing is a popular sport for many but it can be dangerous. Use this page to learn about how you can keep yourself, friends and family safe.

Rock Fishing Safety Tips

Knowing how to stay safe and what to look out for while rock fishing can help you to stay safe and ensure an enjoyable rock fishing experience with your friends and family.

Amr’s Story

Originally from Egypt, Amr is an avid rock fisher keen to share his experiences to help others stay safe on the coast.

Yoni’s Story

Yoni's story With a serious passion for rock fishing and as a highly trained Surf Lifesaver, Yoni has many stories to share.

Rock Fishing Safety Quizzes

These quizzes have been developed by SLSNSW to support the learning of our in language content. The quizzes are a fun and informative way to learn and consolidate knowledge and are available in multiple languages.