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March 2021
Welcome to our monthly e-news for Surf Life Saving members in NSW. Each month we’ll bring you a quick snapshot of what’s happening across the state, we’ll celebrate the achievements of some of our dedicated surf lifesavers, let you know about the latest special offers for members and feature upcoming events!
Lifesavers to the Rescue in Flood Emergency
Once again, Surf Life Saving volunteers have stepped up to assist the community in a time of crisis.
Since widespread flooding began to unfold with torrential rains impacting from 20 March 2021, Surf Life Saving and Australian Lifeguard Service assets, resources and personnel have been assisting other emergency services in all affected areas, bringing a range of response capabilities to bear on the one in one-hundred-year event.
Quick Thinking Lifesavers and Lifeguards Awarded NSW Rescue of the Month
Sunday 27 December 2020: Near-record crowds flock to Sydney’s beaches after a wet Christmas. Surf Life Saving Sydney Support Ski operator Kane Hughes described the day as the busiest he had experienced in a long time along the Bate Bay stretch.
Inclusive Athletes Shine in Surf and Sand
On Sunday 28 February, 35 members from 16 clubs across the state came together to compete in the Inclusive events at the 2021 NSW Age Championships proudly supported by Your local club.
Women in Surf Life Saving: Choose to Challenge
To celebrate International Women's Day (8 March) Surf Life Saving NSW spoke with four inspirational women about who inspires them and their views of the roles that women play in our movement.
Nippers Save Mates Life at State Champs
For three young Nippers from South Maroubra SLSC, the 2021 NSW Surf Life Saving Championships, proudly supported by Your local club, was a State Champs they’ll never forget.
North Curly Claims Junior State Surf Title
After a full four-days of racing in the 2021 NSW Age Championships, proudly supported by Your local club, Sydney’s North Curl Curl SLSC retained the title in a decisive show of strength across all age divisions.
Eight Straight State Titles for Newport
Newport’s stellar performance over three days of racing, including winning both the Open Male and Female Iron events, looks to have secured them an incredible eighth straight NSW Championships title.
Masters of Surf and Sand
More than 800 of the state’s fittest and fastest Masters competitors braved both scorching sun and squalls of rain to show they’ve still got what it takes after a big two days at the NSW Masters Surf Life Saving Championships, proudly supported by Your local club, at Swansea Belmont.
Sharks Saving Lives in New Partnership
Surf Life Saving NSW has teamed up with Madimack in the fight to prevent drownings by running our successful CPR course, Living Room Lifesaver with the Cronulla Sharks.
The Lifesaving Events of State Champs
The 2021 NSW Lifesaving Championships continue to draw the top lifesavers in the state to compete in the Rescue & Resuscitation (R&R), First Aid, Patrol Competition and Champion Lifesaver events.
Northern Beaches to Host State Champs
Surf Life Saving NSW is pleased to advise that the 2022 NSW Surf Life Saving Championships, proudly supported by Your local club, is set to be held on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
2021 NSW Surf Life Saving Championships - Opens Live Stream
Missed any of the Opens action from the 2021 NSW Surf Life Saving Championships? Head over to our Facebook page to watch the incredible performances of our elite Open athletes.
If you remember having your photo taken at State Champs make sure you check out GeoSnapShot, where event photographers have uploaded thousands of photos.
2021 Sharkskin NSW IRB Season - Merchandise Now Available!
Sharkskin is pleased to announce the launch of a range of 2021 NSW IRB Series Official Merchandise available exclusively from Sharkskin Australia during the 2021 Sharkskin NSW IRB Series. Visit our website below to view the entire range and download the order form.
Does Your Work Team Need to Reconnect and Reignite?
SLSNSW have partnered with Team Building with Purpose to deliver online and face to face team building corporate volunteering activities. The ‘Community Lifesavers’ program aims to improve staff connectedness, morale, cohesion and resilience while supporting SLSNSW. Find out more below or contact Team Building with Purpose on 02 9158 9600.
