Surf Life Saving Australia were honoured with a visit from the President of the International Olympic Committee, Dr Jacques Rogge.

Release of the Guidelines for Safe Recreational Water Environments, Volume 1, Coastal and Fresh Waters.

From 20 until 22 November the German Lifesaving Federation (DLRG) succesfully organised the 15th International German Cup in Warendorf, Germany.

The Egyptian Underwater and Lifesaving Federation (EULF) is organising the next ILS Board of Directors and Commission Meetings in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, from 15 until 22 February 2004.

‘Our Lady On The Sea’ is a 36 tonne vessel owned and operated by Australian Wedding Blessing and Photographic Company from Queensland.