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Thursday 10 June 2021
Surf Life Saving Clubs Receive Funding Boost
Twenty-nine Surf Life Saving Clubs in NSW will share in $3.5 million worth of support for facilities improvements and capital works through the Surf Club Facility Grant Program, announced by the NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet and Minister for Sport Natalie Ward.
2021 SLSNSW State Conference
It’s finally here! The 2021 SLSNSW State Conference gives clubs and branches from across NSW the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and consider the organisation’s future. Clubs are now invited to nominate their preferred candidate and apply for the 50 additional spaces available.
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
Rotary Inspirational Women's Awards
Nominations close Wednesday 16 June for the 2021 Rotary Inspirational Women's Awards. Help recognise the outstanding women within Surf Life Saving who go above and beyond to support and inspire their community.
SLSA National Leaders Masterclass
Expressions of Interest are now open for the 2021 National Leaders’ Masterclass taking place from 2-5 September 2021 at the University of South Australia, Adelaide. Multicultural and Indigenous Scholarships are also available to members.
NSW Gov Get Ready Community Award
Entries close Tuesday 15 June for the NSW Government Get Ready Community Award. The Award recognises and celebrates the work communities do to prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters.
2021 Your local club Perfect Plate Awards
Experience a world of flavours and vote for delicious dishes in the 2021 Your local club Perfect Plate Awards. Chefs at more than 150 clubs across New South Wales have entered a competition dish and they need you to pick the winners. Simply visit a participating club eatery, taste their Perfect Plate dish and submit your vote via their Perfect Plate QR code. Your votes could win you dining vouchers worth up to $2,500! Voting closes 21 June, so find a participating club near you today.
Latest Circulars
New
- Memo: Sport Australia Local Sporting Champions Program Rd 1
- Memo: Sport Australia Hall of Fame 2022 Scholarship & Mentoring Program
Reminders
- 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
- Memo: NSW Government Stronger Country Communities Fund Round 4 - Closing 25 June
- Memo: NSW Floods Funding Assistance - Updated 12 April
- Memo: Australian Government Powering Communities Program
- Circular 3667: 2020/21 SLSNSW Awards of Excellence
Events
2021 Sharkskin NSW IRB Season
Good luck to all the teams competing at round 3 of the 2021 Sharkskin NSW IRB Season this weekend at Warilla-Barrack Point SLSC.
2021 NSW Pool Rescue Championships
The 2021 NSW Pool Rescue Championships will be held at Peninsula Leisure Centre, Woy Woy on 16-18 July 2021.
24 Hour Row for Mental Health
The 24 Hour Row for Mental Health supporting Gotcha4Life is back for its fourth year. Over 20 clubs across Australia have already registered but there's still time for you to get onboard. Register your club now!
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
Digital Content Producer
The Digital Content Producer is responsible for sourcing and generating engaging digital, video and written content for distribution to media and through SLSNSW’s online and social media platforms. The role supports media activities which strengthen the profile of SLSNSW with members, partners, government and the community.
Media & Communications Coordinator
This role is dynamic, fast-paced and requires someone who knows what the media wants and can deliver! The role will provide media and communications services, support and advice across the organisation, including the development of content for internal and external communications such as websites, publications, social media, speeches and media releases.
Training and Education Support Officer
A rare part-time opportunity has become available for a support officer to join our energetic and outcome focused Training and Education team. Reporting to the Training and Education Manager, you will work directly with volunteers and staff to support and embed education policies, processes and programs in the Illawarra, South Coast and Far South Coast regions.
Training and Education Administrator
We’re seeking an experienced administrator to join our enthusiastic Training and Education team. Reporting to the Training & Education Manager, you will join a busy and motivated team assisting members with their enquiries related to Training and Education.
UAV Administration Officer
This role is fast-paced and requires a switched on individual who can be across many tasks to support and contribute towards the delivery of the UAV Services Program.
UAV Training and Education Coordinator
This position is responsible for building capability in Australian UAV/ Drone Service programs across the membership and delivering staff, member and commercial training and education programs.
Receptionist, Office Assistant
This is a critical, fast-paced position requiring you to be the chief traffic controller for visitors, deliveries, staff movements and internal /external enquiries. You are an excellent communicator at all levels with great time management and able to anticipate the businesses needs with a willingness to assist.
Hunter Branch Administration Assistant
Support, engage and promote Hunter Branch Clubs by providing assistance in the areas related to development, membership recruitment & retention, sustainability and compliance. This position also acts as a conduit between SLSNSW, Branches and Clubs by communicating changes, sharing feedback and promoting best practice.
Sports Administration Officer
This role is fast-paced and requires someone who can be across many tasks to contribute towards the delivery of the calendar of annual Surf Sports Events and Sports Development. You will be sports oriented, a team player, a strong administrator and above all flexible and willing to pitch in to get the job done.
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.
