DiscoverSBS HindiWhen warnings don’t translate: Are Australia’s beach warnings confusing for overseas visitors?
When warnings don’t translate: Are Australia’s beach warnings confusing for overseas visitors?

When warnings don’t translate: Are Australia’s beach warnings confusing for overseas visitors?

Update: 2025-11-17
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A recent Monash University study finds Australia’s beaches remain risky for overseas-born visitors, with many struggling to understand safety signs. Amrita Govekar, founder of the Hemant Govekar Foundation, is urging that water safety briefings be included in visa applications. She says beach terms and warning colours are often misunderstood by international tourists and migrant communities.
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When warnings don’t translate: Are Australia’s beach warnings confusing for overseas visitors?

When warnings don’t translate: Are Australia’s beach warnings confusing for overseas visitors?