Spot the danger: Bondi Rescue star’s warning about summer snap – as he lists the new trends emerging on Aussie beaches in 2023

Bondi Rescue star Harrison Reid has shared a photo of an ominous current at Bondi Beach to warn Aussies seeking out 'calm' spots for a dip this summer.

Speaking to FEMAIL, the veteran lifeguard pointed out that the 'innocent' area of ​​water at the bottom of the image was actually one of the most dangerous cracks at Bondi.

'Rips are very common on surfing beaches, where the waves come in and the water has to find a way to get back into the sea. This is what causes a crack,” he said.

“The one in the photo is what we call a permanent crack because it's always there.”

There are four main ways to spot a rip while swimming or surfing: deep and dark water with waves on either side, significant water movement, an undulating surface surrounded by calm water, and sand blowing up underneath.

Speaking to FEMAIL, the veteran lifeguard pointed out that the 'innocent' area of ​​water at the bottom of the image was actually one of the most dangerous cracks at Bondi (the arrow shows the crack running from close to shore, all the way back)

Harrison also listed some of the most notable trends on the beach this year, with beach huts – such as Coolcabanas – remaining a 'must-have'.

'Beach shelters have definitely made a comeback! They are more common than umbrellas on the beaches here,” Harrison said.

“I also noticed the Cornhole game and Spikeball. I'm not going to lie, I've also seen a few parents with their kids on a leash!'

'Rips are very common on surfing beaches, where the waves come in and the water has to find a way to get back into the sea. This is what causes a crack,” said Harrison (pictured).

Harrison also mentioned some of the most notable trends at the beach this year, with beach shelters – such as Coolcabanas – remaining a 'must-have'

For a day out at the beach, Harrison always carries five essentials: zinc and sunscreen, a water bottle, a snack (usually a mango), sunglasses and a towel.

He prefers Ella Bachè zinc and Neutrogena sunscreen, Orlebar Brown swimwear, Destination Towels and a Curly Lewis hat.

He's also a big fan of bringing your own pillow.

“Whether it's an old one from home or a blown-up one, it's a game changer for a siesta on the beach,” he said, adding that his favorite is the 10pm kissing.

Spikeball and similar games (left) have been huge this year, along with Cornhole (right)

He's also a big fan of bringing your own pillow. “Whether it's an old one from home or a blown-up one, it's a game changer for a siesta on the beach,” he said, adding that his favorite is the 10 p.m. pillow.

“I stock them at home and in the refrigerator at work,” he says of mangoes

A Australian mangoes Ambassador Harrison said the fruits really are the perfect addition to a day out at the water.

“I stock them at home and in the refrigerator at work,” he said.

'I also often get a takeaway Mango Tuna bruschetta from Washoku in the Vaucluse… it's an explosion of summer in your mouth.'

It is predicted that 100 million Australian mangoes will be consumed this summer alone.

Read more about how to pick the perfect ripe mango – and the signs it's no longer in its bloom – here.