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Thursday 8 October 2020
Coronavirus Information and Resources
The Surf Life Saving specific COVID-19 Safety Plan templates have been updated (Fri 2 Oct 2020), along with the COVID-19 Resources Summary of Changes document.
2020 Envirobank NSW Super Team Series - Athlete Draft
Did you miss the live athlete draft for the 2020 Envirobank NSW Super Team Series? Head over to our website or Facebook page to watch the full draft.
Pro Surfer Warned of Shark by Drone at Ballina
World championship tour surfer Matt Wilkinson has had a close encounter with a shark while surfing at Sharpes Beach at Ballina yesterday.
Nipper Hero in Rip Rescue
It was the first week of the October school holidays and 11-year-old Nipper Lachie Muldrock was enjoying an early morning surf at Umina Beach with his father and uncle. At around 7.30am, he noticed two young boys caught in a rip screaming for help.
Sharks, Big Crowds and Rescues keep Surf Lifesavers Busy
Despite Christmas holiday-like numbers on the beach and a significant number of rescues along the NSW coastline, there were no drownings over the October long weekend thanks to the efforts of volunteer surf lifesavers and lifeguards.
Drone Alerts Surfers to Sharks at Kingscliff
Drone speaker technology has proven its worth this month at Kingscliff Beach on the Far North Coast after lifeguard Andrew Abood was able to alert surfers to the presence of sharks close by.
Restart a Heart Day, Fri 16 Oct 2020 -
Lifesaving Defibrillator (AED’s) Deals coming soon!
Restart a Heart Day helps educate and raise community awareness about the important role defibrillators and up-to-date CPR training plays in saving lives.
Only one in ten people survive a cardiac arrest. With your help, we can save lives and improve this horrific statistic.
Announcements
Freshwater SLSC - Tim's Dream for Emily and Arlo Fundraiser
Join Freshwater SLSC on Saturday 14 November for a fundraising tribute for well known Freshwater SLSC member Tim Kirkby.
Diagnosed at 19 with Lymphoma, Tim endured cancer three times by the age of 28. One week shy of his son's first birthday, Tim tragically succumbed to the disease.
A live and silent auction will be held on the night with some incredible prizes on offer, including prized sporting memorabilia, surf boards and holiday adventures.
Inclusive Beaches Equipment Grants
Applications for the SLSA Inclusive Beaches Equipment Grants close Fri 23 Oct.
Envirobank NSW Super Team Series
Team management nominations have been extended until 11pm Thursday 8 October.
NSW Local Sport Defibrillator Grants
The program provides NSW sports clubs the opportunity to acquire an AED package at a reduced cost.
Child Safe Standards for Sports Webinar
The NSW Office of Children's Guardian will deliver a free webinar on the Child Safe Standards of Sports on Wednesday 14 October from 1:00pm - 3:00pm.
Gotcha4Life - Free Tomorrow Woman & Tomorrow Man workshops
October is National Mental Health Month and Gotcha4Life is hosting free virtual workshops so more Aussies can train their emotional muscle to build strong social connections, to ensure no-one worries alone.
Latest Circulars
New
- Memo: Surf Life Saving Clubs Public Liability Certificate of Currency 2020/21
Reminders
- Circular 3651: 2020 Envirobank NSW Super Team Series - Team Management Nominations
- Memo: NSW Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program
- Memo: Competition Eligibility Policy (5.04) - 2020/21 Season Service Hour Requirements
- SLSA Circular 07: National Leadership College
- Memo: Samsung Tablets - End of Life
- SLSA Circular: 05 20/21 Inclusive Beaches Equipment Grants
- Circular 3642: Annual Compliance Requirements for the 2020/21 Season
Events
Surf Life Saving Sydney 2020 Bate Bay Gold - ENTRIES NOW OPEN!
The Bate Bay Gold is a Coolangatta Gold Style short course endurance event held at Wanda SLSC with competition taking place across the Bate Bay area on Saturday 24 October 2020.
Entries are now open to all SLSNSW members, closing at 11pm Thursday 15 October 2020.
2020 Envirobank NSW Super Team Series
SLSNSW is excited to introduce the 2020 Envirobank NSW Super Team Series - a new event concept that features six teams competing over three rounds in Swim, Ski, Board, Sprint, Flags, 2km Run and Relay racing.
- Round One - Saturday 17 October 2020, Swansea-Belmont SLSC
- Round Two - Saturday 7 November 2020, Bulli SLSC
- Round Three - Saturday 5 December 2020, Umina SLSC
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 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 face-to-face fundraising (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.
Kitchen Catch Up - Understanding Mental Health & Wellbeing
In these unique times, many people may be feeling anxious, worried or afraid as COVID-19 continues to impact us all. Looking after the mental health of ourselves, friends and family is an important part of staying well.
Join us for a 60-minute Kitchen Catch Up with two of our accredited Mental Health First Aid Trainers to learn more about Mental Health and how to look after yourself and others.
Employment Opportunities
Branch Administration Officer - Far South Coast Region
Reporting to the Branch Director of Administration, you will have the opportunity to use your customer service, communication and administrative skills to support our clubs and in turn support our lifesavers on the beach.
Australian Lifeguard Service NSW - Recruitment Now Open!
With over 350 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 Lifeguards
- Casual Lifeguards.
Returning 2019/20 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.
Australian UAV Service - Paid Positions Now Available!
With a presence in every coastal council, the AUAVS is encouraging SLS members 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:
- UAV Operators (non-RePL)
- UAV Pilots (RePL).
Returning 2019/20 UAV staff are encouraged to reapply. To ensure your application is registered please follow the instructions on the UAV page of the SLSNSW website.
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