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Across three periods from March to December, swimming lessons, awareness activities and lifeguard training were delivered to help children gain confidence, skills, and safer behaviours in the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A total of 509 children joined at least one session, and 305 completed a final evaluation conducted by certified lifeguards. By year\u2019s end, 295 participants had achieved a recognised level of aquatic competency, from basic floating to swimming 25 metres or mastering several strokes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Public awareness initiatives and graduation ceremonies brought families together, reinforcing safe practices and celebrating the children\u2019s progress. 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