How to stay safe while rock fishing

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Since 2004, Australia has recorded nearly 200 rock fishing-related deaths. Source: Getty Images


Published 11 March 2021 10:01am
By Amy Chien-Yu Wang
Source: SBS

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Rock fishing is a popular activity in Australia, with over a million keen anglers climbing the rocks for their catch each year. But being unfamiliar with conditions can expose one to a high risk of injury or even death, making it very dangerous. Nearly 200 rock fishing-related deaths have been recorded in Australia since 2004, which safety experts believe could have been avoided by observing some simple safety measures.



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