Close message
Scootle will be undergoing maintenance between 17:00 to 19:00 on 25 September 2023. You may experience intermittent connection during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
A webpage about surfing safety, dangerous waves and rips, and the history and science of surfing. A 'For Kids' section provides games and quizzes for young swimmers and surfers.
Teachers can use this to select a suite of resources to support a multidisciplinary unit on surfing and surf safety for a range of educational levels from year 5 to year 10. Many of the links, including to videos are about Dr Rob Brander, winner of the 2012 Eureka Prize, so this resource can be used to support the understanding of the work of current Australian scientists.