In the summer of 1961, on Sydney’s golden Bondi Beach, lifeguards had their work cut out. Not only were they keeping swimmers safe, but they were also operating as “beach inspectors”, strolling the ...

SWIMWEAR manufacturer Speedo has fired the latest salvo in a battle that has seen outfits banned amid rows over the legality of materials used, by launching what the company claims are the world’s ...

Swimwear fashion has progressed steadily over the past 100 or so years (if you discount Borat’s mankini). Design has moved from neck-to-knees woolen garments that women were encouraged to bathe in at ...