Marine Rescue Nambucca Unit Commander Gary Nichols said rescue watercraft operators on board NH 12 and NH 10 were conducting their daily patrol of the inner and outer beaches around the Nambucca Bar when the swimmers were spotted.

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“Our volunteer operator on NH 12 noticed a male adult and young child battling against the tide and proceeded to check on them.

“As NH 12 approached the pair were being washed through the ‘hole in the wall’.

“Our rescue watercraft operator immediately went to their aid and assisted them onto the sled which is attached to the rear of the RWC.

“He then took them to the nearest beach, assessed their condition and remained with them until they indicated they were OK.

“Our base provided clear communications for the mission with all involved working seamlessly to effect a successful rescue,” Unit Commander Nichols said.

Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Rodney Page said the proactive approach to search and rescue at Nambucca Heads shows the dedication of Marine Rescue NSW volunteers in saving lives at sea.

“The Marine Rescue Nambucca unit monitor the waters during the outgoing tide when the highest risk exists for swimmers to be taken out to sea.

“We encourage all locals and visitors to Nambucca Heads to be very mindful of the outgoing tide when swimming as people can very quickly find themselves in trouble.

“An outgoing tide in that area can run up to six knots which is quite powerful and would challenge even the strongest of swimmers,” he said.