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Thursday 17 June 2021
Flood Rescue Wins State Award
A brave rescue in extremely hazardous conditions that potentially saved the lives of five people during the floods in March has been awarded the Surf Life Saving NSW Rescue of the Month.
Four NSW Lifesavers Honoured
Congratulations to four of our volunteers, recognised for their contribution to Surf Life Saving in the Queen’s Birthday honours list.
2021 NSW Rotary Emergency Services Community Awards
Congratulations to the SLSNSW finalists announced for the 2021 Rotary NSW Emergency Services Community Awards.
Stewart Bailey - North Bondi SLSC
Jimmy Keough - Byron Bay SLSC
James Connolly - Cronulla SLSC, Nowra Culburra SLSC, Susex Inlet SLSC
James Turnham - Australian Lifeguard Service NSW, Port Macquarie SLSC
Congratulations also to Will Davison (pictured above) from Coogee Surf Life Saving Club who was announced as a finalist for the Rotary NSW Dorothy Hennessy OAM Emergency Services Youth Scholarship.
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
2021 SLSNSW State Conference
Clubs are now invited to nominate their preferred candidate and apply for the 50 additional spaces available.
All registrations (in-person and virtual) must be completed online by the dates below:
- Monday 21 June – Emerging Leaders RSVP (50 spaces)
- Friday 25 June – Club and Branch RSVP
The 2021 SLSNSW State Conference gives clubs and branches from across NSW the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and consider the organisation’s future.
2021 Your local club Perfect Plate Awards
Time is running out to cast your vote 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: 2022 Australian of the Year Nominations
- Circular 3674: 2021 NSW IRB Interstate Team Nominations
- Circular 3675: 2021 NSW Pool Rescue Championships - Official Nominations
- Circular 3676: 2021 Pool Rescue NSW Interstate Team - Athlete Nominations
Reminders
- Memo: Sport Australia Local Sporting Champions Program Rd 1
- Memo: Sport Australia Hall of Fame 2022 Scholarship & Mentoring Program
- 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
- Circular 3667: 2020/21 SLSNSW Awards of Excellence
Events
2021 Sharkskin NSW IRB Season
Congratulations to all the teams that competed at Warilla Barrack Point SLSC over the weekend. Official appointments for Round 4 are now available on the event page.
2021 NSW Pool Rescue Championships
SLSNSW is now calling for nominations from all currently Accredited Surf Sports Officials for the 2021 NSW Pool Rescue Championships.
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.
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.
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.
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.
