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Thursday 1 July 2021
Coronavirus Updates
A number of significant updates have been made to the SLSNSW Coronavirus webpage (28 June 2021) including updated Information Packs and Safety Plan templates. Please ensure you regularly review this page, along with the NSW Health website to stay up-to-date with the latest information and restrictions.
2021 SLSNSW State Conference - Event Update
Following the SLSNSW Board Meeting last night, the decision has been made to postpone the SLSNSW State Conference 2021, scheduled to be held at the Novotel Brighton le Sands on 24-25 July, due to the COVID-19 situation in NSW.
2021 Sharkskin NSW IRB Season - Event Update
Due to the COVID-19 situation in NSW and the current Sydney 'Stay at Home' order, the Organising Committee have made the decision to postpone Round 4 of the 2021 Sharkskin NSW Premiership and subsequently the 2021 Sharkskin NSW IRB Championships. Proposed dates are available on the event webpage.
2021 Pool Rescue Championships - Event Update
Due to the COVID-19 situation in NSW and the current Sydney 'Stay at Home' order, the NSW Pool Rescue Championships is proposed to be rescheduled to 23-25 July. This is subject to venue availability and the Health Order allowing the conduct of the event.
Our Club is Your Club - National Recruitment Campaign Resources
Download the campaign resources including posters, website banners, videos, photos and social media tiles. You can also customise your own using available templates.
Announcements
National Leaders' Masterclass
Expressions of interest close soon for the 2021 National Leaders’ Masterclass taking place from 2-5 September 2021 at the University of South Australia.
2022 Australian of the Year Nominations
The 2022 Australian of the Year Nominations are currently open and it’s time for you to nominate someone you admire. Nominations close at midnight 31 July 2021.
2020/21 Annual Report Guidelines
Updated Annual Report Guidelines are now available to download from the SLSNSW website. Information on audited financial statements will be made available soon.
Latest Circulars
Reminders
- SLSA Circular: 51 20/21 Australian and Interstate IRB Championships Scrutineering Circular
- Circular 3677: 2021 NSW Pool Rescue Championships - Entry Circular
- Memo: 2022 Australian of the Year Nominations
- Circular 3676: 2021 Pool Rescue NSW Interstate Team - Athlete Nominations - Closes 11pm TONIGHT
- SLSA Circular 30: 20/21 National Leaders' Masterclass 2021
- SLSA Circular 48: 20/21 Australian & Interstate Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Championships 2021
- SLSA Circular: 45 20-21 The Australian Pool Rescue Championships 2021 - Call for Officials
- Circular 3667: 2020/21 SLSNSW Awards of Excellence
Events
24 Hour Row for Mental Health
The 24 Hour Row supporting Gotcha4Life now has 35 clubs registered Australia-wide. Participants will row for 24 hours between midday Saturday 14 - Sunday 15 August. There's still time to register your club and donate to help bring the suicide rate to zero.
The Burley Griffin Gift - 10km Surfboat Race
Registrations are now open for the 10km Burley Griffin Gift Surfboat Race, held 9 October 2021 on the iconic Lake Burley Griffin. Proudly supported by Broulee Surfers Surf Life Saving Club.
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 Foundation
Please 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.
Employment Opportunities
First Aid Trainer
Due to exceptional growth, we are seeking a well-presented and professional First Aid Trainer with excellent communication skills to join our Commercial First Aid Training team. Reporting to the Academy Trainer Manager you will possess a thorough knowledge and experience in delivering First Aid Training.
Australian UAV Service - Recruitment Now Open!
Does flying drones interest you? We’ll provide free training and help you to turn your passion into a career. Join the Australian UAV Service (AUAVS) for the 2021/22 season!
Recruitment is now open for UAV Pilots and UAV Operators to be our eyes in the sky. Operating at over 60 locations and with a presence in every coastal council, there’s sure to be a position near you.
Australian Lifeguard Service NSW - Recruitment Now Open!
With over 330 positions available across 90 locations, the ALS is encouraging surf lifesavers to apply as a means of offering local employment, building stronger relationships with clubs and providing opportunities for club members to develop leadership and lifesaving skills as:
- Lifeguard Supervisors
- Seasonal Staff
- Casual Staff.
Returning 2020/21 lifeguards must reapply online with their user number and password. To ensure your application is registered please follow the instructions on the Become a Lifeguard page of the Australian Lifeguard Service NSW website.
