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A man has drowned at Mooloolaba Beach.

He was pulled from the surf at about 12.40pm, and Queensland Ambulance Services attended, but he was unable to be revived.

Police are preparing a report for the coroner.

He was the 86th person to drown in Australian waters this summer: a number which has already surpassed last summer’s total of 85.

The incident came on the same day that Surf Life Saving Queensland issued a reminder to beachgoers to stay safe, after a busy weekend on local beaches.

There were 14 rescues and 88 first aid treatments on the Sunshine Coast during the two days, when almost 92,000 people hit the sand and surf in the region.

SLSQ General Manager Lifesaving and Education Peta Lawlor urged swimmers to be vigilant.

“(Last weekend) our lifesavers and lifeguards performed 54 rescues across the state,” she said.

“We are asking beachgoers to please be sure you are aware of conditions before entering the surf.

“Look out for your mates and swim only between the red and yellow flags during patrol hours.”

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