'Unfathomable': Wallsend Member Slams Lack of Swimming Lessons in Newcastle

'Unfathomable': Wallsend member slams lack of swimming lessons in Newcastle

Wallsend MP Sonia Hornery criticises Newcastle pools for lack of learn to swim classes, but council rebuts claims as 'untrue'.

Mounting calls for more Learn To Swim lessons in Newcastle

It may be the middle of winter, but water safety has taken centre stage, on what is World Drowning Prevention Day. Experts say swimming lessons will help reduce Australia’s high rate of fatalities, but finding a booking at an affordable price remains a challenge.