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September 2019
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!
NSW Surf Patrol Season Kicks Off
Over the weekend 21,000 active volunteer surf lifesavers from 129 surf clubs returned to protect the public on beaches across the state.
“Our surf lifesavers are an essential part of our community and I want to thank all those who selflessly dedicate their time to protecting others on beaches and along our coastline,” said NSW Minister for Police and Emergency Services, David Elliott.
Illawarra Lifesavers Get Royal Treatment
Australian beaches are well-known for their propensity to attract English tourists, but it was an unusually high-profile Englishman who visited North Wollongong Beach this month.
Western Sydney, Your Beaches Need You!
In an effort to recruit more members, Garie Surf Life Saving Club are launching a unique training program to attract people from diverse communities across Western Sydney.
Top NSW Lifesavers Honoured at State Awards
Almost 500 finalists, friends and family frocked up to celebrate the 111th season of Surf Life Saving in NSW at the annual Awards of Excellence proudly supported by Port Authority of New South Wales.
Coastal Drowning Spike in NSW - Lifesavers on High Alert
NSW has recorded a 22 percent spike in coastal drowning deaths over the 2018-19 year with 44 people tragically drowning along the NSW coast. This figure is above the 10-year average (41)
Masterclass Empowers Next Generation of Leaders
Seven NSW lifesavers attended the recent National Leaders’ Masterclass at the University of South Australia, with some participants describing it as “life-changing”.
New Rescue Equipment for NSW Surf Lifesavers
Surf Lifesavers now have even greater capacity to save lives with the handover of new support vehicles and Rescue Water Craft (jetskis) through enhanced rescue funding provided by the NSW Government.
Collins, Borg and Pierce Qualify for Iconic Nutri-Grain Iron Series
It was a picturesque weekend at Coolum Beach on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast to kick off the 2019 Nutri-Grain Iron Series qualifying rounds. Over 100 of Australia’s top athletes lined up hoping to achieve their dream of competing in the elite series. Only six males and six females would qualify.
Pop Down to a Pop-Up and Support Your Local SLSC
The Envirobank pop-up collections are back at 20 Surf Life Saving Clubs from Sunday 6 October. Bring along your eligible containers to collect or donate your 10c refund. Head over to the Surf Life Saving NSW website to find out when the Envirobank pop-up will be at a surf club near you.
Mass Rescue of 40 People Wins Rescue of the Year
A mass rescue of any kind is a big operation for a patrol to manage. On 17 February 40 people fell victim to being swept off a sandbar suddenly at North Cronulla. In a single moment what seemed like a perfect day at the beach could have ended in tragedy. This incredible operation has now been awarded with both the Surf Life Saving NSW Rescue of the Year and Australian Rescue of the Month.
