No images? Click here Thursday 28 January 2021 Surf Lifesavers Thanked for Australia Day RescuesVolunteer surf lifesavers that patrolled NSW beaches during the heatwave conditions and Australia Day celebrations have been praised for keeping beachgoers safe during one of the busiest weekends on the coastline on record. New South Wales Surf Lifesavers Honoured on Australia DaySurf Life Saving NSW members have been recognised for their outstanding efforts and service to Surf Life Saving in the 2021 Australia Day Honours List and in local council awards. Near Drowning Leads to Launch of Innovative Learn to Swim ProgramTwo rescues performed by off-duty surf lifesavers, which saved the lives of eight men from Western Sydney, were the inspiration for a new learn to swim program that was officially launched on the Australia Day long weekend in Cronulla. Our Club is Your Club - National Recruitment Campaign ResourcesDownload the campaign resources including posters, website banners, videos, photos and social media tiles. You can also customise your own using available templates. Announcements
Benefits of Water-Based Environments SurveyResearchers from Western Sydney University, University of Sydney, and Macquarie University have developed a survey as part of their research to help better understand how bluespace (water-based environments) is associated with important health behaviours such as physical activity, and important health outcomes such as mental wellbeing, as well as gaining valuable insight into who accesses bluespace and who does not. Complete the survey for your chance to win a $50 gift card. The survey is open to those 18 years and over. LAST CHANCE TO WIN with DHL - Stay Safe in SecondsWe've teamed up with DHL Express to give you the chance to WIN! Simply spot the potential dangers at the beach, enter your details and you could win $5,000 to for yourself and $5,000 for your nominated Surf Life Saving Club! Latest Circulars New
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ClubsNSW Clubs & Community Awards - Submission Deadline ExtendedThe 2021 Clubs & Community Awards submission deadline has been extended to Friday, 5 February, giving Surf Life Saving Clubs an additional two weeks to submit their stories. These awards are a fantastic opportunity to highlight your local member club’s achievements to the industry, and the wider community. Events 2021 NSW Surf Life Saving Championships, Proudly Supported by Your local clubThe Frequently Asked Questions document has been updated and is available on the event page to assist with any queries. Please ensure that you refer to the event page for up-to-date event information.
Head Above Water 24 Hour SwimathonThe Head Above Water 24 Hour Swimathon, proudly supporting Gotcha4Life, will be held at the Collaroy Rockpool, starting at 8am on Saturday March 20 and finishing at 8am on Sunday March 21, 2021. Registrations are now open so get your mates together and help raise money for a great cause, aiming to build mentally fit communities on Sydney's Northern Beaches. The Head Above Water team are also looking for volunteers to fill positions such as water safety and swim marshalls. Head to the link below to learn more and apply! The Aussies 2021 - Registrations Now Open!The 2021 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships will be hosted by Maroochydore SLSC, Alexandra Headland SLSC and Mooloolaba SLSC from 16 April to 24 April 2021. Entries for the 2021 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships are now open. Early Bird Entries will close on 28 February, before Normal Entries close on 29 March. 2021 Nutri-Grain IronMan and IronWoman SeriesThe revised Series dates are as follows:
Grants & Fundraising Grant funding is an ideal way to obtain equipment, infrastructure or program funding for your club. In support of SLSCs in NSW, SLSNSW provides a professional grant service at no fee to NSW SLSCs through the Surf Life Saving Foundation’s Grant Seeking Unit (GSU). The GSU is a national grant research and writing support unit for SLS entities across Australia. Surf Life Saving FoundationPlease note that due to the Coronavirus health emergency all door knocking appeals have temporarily ceased. More information about the Surf Life Saving Foundation and the work they carry out can be found on our website. |