Courier Mail | State drowning rate goes against national trend down Courier Mail FAMILIES are being given water-safety guidance as Tasmania's drowning rates rise against the national trend. Tasmania's drowning rate was second only to the Northern Territory. Ten Tasmanians drowned in the 12 months to June this year, one more than ... Men at greatest risk of drowning death: report Rise in teen deaths blights drownings data Awareness urged to cut drowning rates |