No images? Click here Thursday 15 October 2020 Coronavirus Information and ResourcesThe COVID-19 Matrix for Surf Life Saving Activities has been updated along with the Summary of Changes document. 2020 Envirobank NSW Super Team SeriesThe new Envirobank NSW Super Team Series kicks off this Saturday with round one hosted by Swansea Belmont SLSC. Our state's best athletes will compete across six teams lead by Lizzie Welborn (Newport SLSC), Jemma Smith (Newport SLSC), Britney Pierce (Wanda SLSC), Daniel Collins (Redhead SLSC), Jackson Borg (Newport SLSC) and Jay Furniss (Cronulla SLSC). Good luck to all competitors. We can't wait to get into our first competition of the season! 2020 Rotary Inspirational Women's AwardsSurf Life Saving NSW would like to congratulate Sarah Bugbird (Merewether SLSC), Bianca Manuel (Clovelly SLSC) and Molly Parker (North Steyne SLSC) who have been named as finalists in the 2020 Rotary Inspirational Women's Awards. The purpose of these awards is to acknowledge and celebrate community service performed by women through their vocations, selfless gifts of their skills and their time in various activities and endeavours. The Awards recognise the work done by women, the “quiet achievers”, whose actions inspire others and make a real difference in their communities. Restart a Heart Day, Fri 16 Oct 2020 - Life Saving Defibrillator (AEDs) Deals!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. SLSNSW has a life saving offer on selected defibrillators. Purchase a HeartSine Samaritan 360P (Fully Auto) Defibrillator Bundle and save $500 or a HeartSine Samaritan 500P (Semi Auto) Defibrillator Bundle and save $965. Only one in ten people survive a cardiac arrest. With your help, we can save lives and improve this horrific statistic. To celebrate the release of these new products we’re offering free shipping* and a gift with purchase (Dry Bag valued at $79) on selected Bom Bora items to all SLSNSW members and shoppers for the month of October. Use the code 'BOMBORA' at checkout to redeem this special offer. *Offer valid on purchases of selected Bom Bora products through the SLSNSW online shop only, free gift valid on Bom Bora softboard purchases only. Offer ends 31 October 2020 AnnouncementsFreshwater SLSC - Tim's Dream for Emily and Arlo FundraiserJoin 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 GrantsApplications for the SLSA Inclusive Beaches Equipment Grants close Friday 23 October 2020. National Leadership CollegeExpressions of Interest for the National Leadership College 2021 close Monday 2 November 2020. NSW Local Sport Defibrillator GrantsThe program provides NSW sports clubs the opportunity to acquire an AED package at a reduced cost. Latest Circulars Reminders
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 FoundationPlease 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 & WellbeingIn 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 RegionReporting 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:
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:
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. |