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Thursday 9 April 2020
Coronavirus Updates and Resources for SLSNSW Members
New updates include;
- Blanket extension to Annual Information Statement submissions
- Easier access to JobKeeper payments for charities
Patrols Go Virtual During Coronavirus
It’s not only office workers who are turning to video conferencing to communicate and keep in touch during the Coronavirus pandemic. Surf lifesavers are also using this technology to stay connected with other surf club members after the Coronavirus brought forward the end of the volunteer Surf Life Saving patrol season.
Is your surf club or patrol doing something similar this weekend? Let the SLSNSW Media Team know! Take a picture or screenshot and share it on social media using #mysurflife
Off Duty Lifesavers Win Award for Bronte Mass Rescue
A mass rescue that was described as incredible and heroic, has won lifesavers James and Kirsty McLennan a Rescue of the Month Award for saving the lives of nine people who were caught in the notorious Bronte Beach rip and swept hundreds of metres out to sea.
James had noticed a large group of people caught in the notorious Bronte Beach rip. They were in considerable distress and were being swept quickly out to sea. Thinking quickly, he ran to Bronte Surf Club to grab a rescue board.
2020 Junior Lifesaver of the Year Interview Announcement
It's almost time for the 2020 Junior Lifesavers of the Year to be announced, but first our 22 NSW finalists from all 11 branches have an online interview. This year there is no camp for out little legends but no doubt they're continuing to share great leadership from the safety of their homes.
2020 Interstate Indoor Rowing Regatta
Looking for a challenge? If you have an indoor rower at home, jump on and log your distance to help NSW win the Interstate Indoor Rowing Regatta. Collaroy SLSC's Georgie Rowe has put the call out for our help. Watch her message and get some techniques and tips from our Olympic hopeful.
New Episode of What the Surf?!
This month we celebrate 40 years of women in Surf Life Saving with the all-women's March Past at the NSW State Championships, we talk to new SLSA Life Member Jenny Kenny and SLSNSW President George Shales about the early end of the patrol season due to Coronavirus and what's ahead for next season.
Relive the 2020 NSW Open Surf Life Saving Championships
Tune into SBS at 3pm on Sunday 19 April for a one hour highlights package from the 2020 NSW Open Surf Life Saving Championships!
Announcements
SLSNSW Board Elections Postponed
Regrettably, due to the effects and challenges of COVID-19, SLSNSW has resolved to postpone the Board Election Meeting scheduled for May until later in 2020.
As such, the current SLSNSW President, Director Finance, Director Education and Director Surf Sports will remain in position until that time.
All nominations received for Director positions to date will remain valid until then. Nominees will be contacted once an election meeting date has been determined.
National Volunteer of the Year Awards
Nominations are now open for the NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards - one of the largest celebrations of volunteering in Australia.
Emergency Services Awards - NSW & ACT
Nominations are now open for the 2020 Rotary Clubs and Districts of NSW Emergency Services Community Awards.
NSW Community Sports Awards
Nominations are now open for the Community Sports Awards which recognize the outstanding contributions to community sport in NSW.
NSW Dorothy Hennessy OAM Emergency Services Youth Scholarship
The $1000 scholarship is to assist with further studies in the recipients chosen career whilst celebrating and supporting the contribution of young volunteer heroes. The Scholarship is open to volunteers between the age of 18 and 25. For more information and to apply please visit our website or contact Claire Bevis, SLSNSW Membership Manager.
Stay Home, Stay Safe, Stay Connected
To help keep clubs and members motivated during social isolation, we have collated some resources and fun activities to share. Check in each week for new content to help stay mentally and physically active.
Resources can be found on the member welfare section of the COVID-19 page.
We are keen to hear what you have been up to at your club, let us know at #mysurflife check out Palm Beach SLSC who hosted a Virtual Patrol.
Latest Circulars
Reminders
- Memo: 2019/20 Season SurfGuard Patrol Records
- Memo: NSW Volunteer of the Year Nominations
- Memo: Coach Assessor Award Expiration
- Circular 3639: SLSNSW Coach Survey
- Memo: Annual General Meeting Advice for Club Management Teams
- Memo: Disaster Assistance for Individuals and Organisations – NSW Bushfires Feb 2020
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Upcoming Events
Celebrating Women in Surf Life Saving
To help celebrate the 40th anniversary of women as active surf lifesavers, we are calling for stories, photos and video of trailblazing women in the surf lifesaving movement. July 1 2020 marks the 40th anniversary of women's involvement in active surf lifesaving duties.
Due to the current restrictions on indoor and outdoor gatherings put in place by the NSW Government, a number of state and national events have been postponed or cancelled.
Please refer to the Surf Life Saving NSW website for the most up-to-date event information.
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.
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