bystanders and outside assistance. Are you better to run 100 metres to get a surfboard to assist you in the rescue, or to notify a lifesaver of the person in difficulty? Getting outside help as soon as possible is advisable in all situations. If someone else is available, it may be better to send him or her instead!
The number to call in Australia is triple “0” (phone 000). GSM mobile phone users may make an emergency call using the international emergency call number of 112 This number is an international mobile phone standard and dialling 112 from anywhere in the world with GSM coverage will automatically transfer you to local emergency services. In Australia, 112 will connect with emergency services even if you are outside the coverage of your regular mobile phone network but within the coverage of another GSM operator. The phone will work even if the keyboard pad is locked.