Great Australian Volunteer Surf Life Saving Stories

Bill Marsh

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ABC
02 July 2025

True stories of heroism, endurance & survival; Local interest, family history & nostalgia; Swimming & diving; Surfing, windsurfing, water skiing; Biography - Australian

Series: Great Australian Stories

After I'd got him out of harm's way, I dived back in yet again and swam out past the surf-break, out to where the other two lads were floundering. Then, one at a time, I took them back onto the rocks - all done against the raging rip and wild surf. By then an hour or so had passed. Still, severe cuts, bruises and abrasions aside, I'd successfully saved the lives of the four young people who, in all probability, would've otherwise drowned.

Surf Life Saving Australia is the nation's largest volunteer organisation, with over 300 affiliated clubs and more than 198,000 members - that's 198,000 Australians each with amazing stories to tell.

From the golden sands of Bondi to the remote coastlines of Arnhem Land and the chilly waters of Tasmania, Bill 'Swampy' Marsh has gathered some of the best of those stories - from acts of remarkable bravery and daring rescues against the odds, to lighthearted and humorous yarns of encounters with crocodiles and sharks. Each story shines a light on the unwavering dedication, community spirit and extraordinary experiences of everyday Australians who selflessly devote their time to protect others.

Filled with courage, humour, heartache and joy, Great Australian Volunteer Surf Life Saving Stories shows that the power of the ocean is matched only by the hearts of those who guard its shores.

By: Bill Marsh
Imprint: ABC
Country of Publication: Australia
ISBN: 9780733342943
ISBN 10: 0733342949
Series: Great Australian Stories
Publication Date: 02 July 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Bill ‘Swampy' Marsh is an award-winning writer/performer of stories, songs and plays. Based in Adelaide, he is best known for his successful Great Australian series of books published with ABC Books: More Great Australian Flying Doctor Stories (2007), Great Australian Railway Stories (2005), Great Australian Droving Stories (2003), Great Australian Shearing Stories (2001), and Great Australian Flying Doctor Stories (1999).