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Nine-year-old dies as Australia weekend drowning toll rises to seven

  • A fisherman drowned after being swept off rocks at Wattamolla Beach near Sydney, raising the drowning toll to six, according to New South Wales Police.
  • Emergency services rescued one person from the surf at Wattamolla Beach, while a 14-year-old boy remained in a stable condition in hospital, as stated by police.
  • Surf Life Saving Australia warned of hazardous surf conditions due to strong swells, affecting New South Wales and Victoria.
  • Chief Executive Adam Weir emphasized the dangers of coastal activities and advised prioritizing patrolled beaches for safety.
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