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Podcast: Newsable
Episode: "Worrying" - the decline in the number of kids who can swim well enough to save themselves - plus more
Description: A warning for those who might find the topic distressing, this episode covers suicide prevention.The Principal at WaitΔkiri School in Christchurch estimates only 15 of 200 year 5 and 6 students can swim well enough to save themselves. Andrew Barker talks to us about why he thinks there has been such a worrying decline in kid's ability to swim well.Plus, the Australian suicide prevention programme getting accolades. We look back to the Bain murders 30 years on, and a former Gloriavale resident is now making award winning pies.If your are experiencing distress or know s...