Six rescues were made at Malua Bay Beach on Sunday by lifeguards after they had packed up their patrol.

Two rescues were also made at Rosedale on Sunday and lifeguards were called to Tuross Lake Mouth. 

Far South Coast Director of Surf Life Saving Andrew Edmunds said the man reported to be in trouble at Tuross had made their his to shore safely.

"Fortunately he made it out on his own before assets were enroute," he said. 

"Surf Life Saving resources stood down."

At Malua Bay the day was busy before patrol started when an elderly woman was rescued from a rip at 8.20am. 

Mr Edmunds said two young boys were also rescued from a rip at Malua Bay.

"The two boys aged around five or six were rescued from a rip while swimming outside the flags," he said. 

At 5.30pm a man in his late 20's was also rescued from a rip after patrol had finished. 

Two people were also rescued from rips at Rosedale at 1pm. 

Mr Edmunds said the incidents highlight the importance of swimming only at patrolled locations and in between the red and yellow flags.

He said there had been over 47,000 visitors to Far South Coast beaches this summer but only a relatively low number of  rescues were undertaken.

"There have been 48 rescues across the branch," he said. 

“Lifesavers have performed 665 preventive actions and closed the beaches 18 times so far for hazardous conditions, which is great.

“We haven’t had any major incidents with people injured or drowning which is fantastic.

“This is a trend we would like to see continue, and would warn people to continue to be vigilant at the beaches.”

As of this week, volunteer lifesavers are only on duty Saturdays, Sundays and Public holidays from now until April 25.

Mr Edmunds said If you witness any in-water emergencies be sure to call 000 and ask for the Police who will task the closest rescue agency.