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Volunteer Marine Rescue
There are six independently incorporated Associations plus marine units of the State Emergency Service (SES) that are strategically located throughout the State. The majority of SAR operations are conducted under the co-ordination of the South Australia Police who are the recognised Authority under the National Search and Rescue Plan. In addition to providing an on-water rescue capability, VMR Associations and the SES operate a number of limited coastal listening stations around the State that provide a listening watch over marine radio frequencies, particularly the VHF network. The position of Manager, Volunteer Marine Rescue falls within the State Emergency Service and has shared functions within that organisation and the South Australian Fire and Emergency Services Commission (SAFECOM). The main duties involve the overall co-ordination of VMR Groups and SES marine operations, administration and representation on relevant committees and liaison with Government on related marine SAR matters. See VMR Associations locations.
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