'Swim between the flags' remains the message

"Swim between the flags" remains the message, with the official start last weekend for the summer season beach patrol.

Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club president Mr Mick Cairns said that last year saw a significant increase in drownings in NSW within one kilometre of lifesaving flags.

"If we can't see you, we can't always save you," he said.

"We are very approachable so please come and talk with us if you have any questions or concerns."

He said that to help keep swimmers safe the Ocean Beach club on the coast, was on duty in large numbers despite the inclement weather.

Picture from left are: Jasmine Rybie, Zara Tucker, Bec Lawer, Brett Newton and Jeff Smith.

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Mick Cairns, Ocean Beach SLSC

Photo: Jo Freeman