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VIDEO - Summer: sun, surf and water safety

17 January 2024

Far North District Council wants everyone to have a safe and enjoyable time visiting our spectacular coastline this summer. Watch the video for several websites that provide great information and safety advice for those on and in the water.

Far North District Council wants everyone to have a safe and enjoyable time visiting our spectacular coastline this summer.

These websites provide great information and safety advice for those on and in the water:

Tips for being safe in the surf: surflifesaving.org.nz

Real-time information on conditions at popular swimming spots: safeswim.org.nz

Safety and confidence on boats at sea: coastguard.nz

Get information on FNDC’s 27 boat ramps and jetties throughout the district: Maritime Facilities in the Far North Far North District Council (fndc.govt.nz)