Club Mail - Friday 20 July

2018 SLSNSW State Conference

With only a week to go until the conference, we are looking forward to a fantastic weekend talking about the future of Surf Life Saving. The conference will have over 90% of clubs represented, and a number of interstate guests joining the SLSNSW movement for the weekend. Thank you to clubs who have supported members in attending this conference, and we are sure they will bring back new ideas, new contacts and a heightened focus on the future direction for their club.

Ever Wondered What a Day in The Life of an ALS Lifeguard Is?

With over 330 positions available across 90 locations, the Australian Lifeguard Service NSW is encouraging Surf Lifesavers to apply to become a lifeguard! The following roles are available:

Lifeguard Supervisors
Season Staff
Casual Staff

Find out more on the Australian Lifeguard Service website and watch this video to see what a day in the life of an ALS lifeguard is like!

Awards of Excellence tickets on sale now!

2018 Interstate Pool Rescue Team
Announced

Surf Life Saving NSW is pleased to confirm the 2018 Interstate Pool Rescue Team who will travel to South Australia later this month for the annual representative competition.
A team of 22 highly talented athletes was announced on Friday with the recent State Championships on the state’s Central Coast providing plenty of food for thought for the selectors.

Festival Goers Urged To Be Beach Aware

As thousands of festival revellers from as far away as Southern NSW and Queensland prepare to make their annual pilgrimage to Byron Bay for Splendour In The Grass, surf lifesavers have reiterated a simple message; alcohol, drugs and swimming are a deadly combination.

Strong Showing At IRB Aussies For State's Top Racers

It may have been a stop-start affair, but there were some positive results for the NSW surf lifesavers who showed they have the skill to challenge the country’s best rubber ducky racers at the Interstate and Australian IRB Championships at Thirroul last weekend.

Surf Lifesavers Tame Pool

It was a highly successful and enjoyable weekend in the pool for the lifesavers that competed at the 2018 NSW Surf Life Saving Pool Rescue Champions held in the Peninsula Leisure Centre at Woy Woy on the state’s Central Coast.

Philips Community Sports Dad of the Year - Nominations Now Open

Nominations are now open for the Philips Community Sports Dad of the Year, celebrating sporting fathers in Australia. Whether it's a dad who's a Team Manager, helps your local SLSC with funding or support, or simply competes on the weekend, now is the chance to highlight a father who's an inspiration to your local club and community.

The Community Sports Dad of the Year winner will be provided with a $5,000 Rebel Sports voucher to donate to his club of choice for some new gear or sporting equipment. To get involved, head over to sportsdads.com.au/community and explain in 100 words or less why you think your chosen sports dad should be crowned the Community Sports Dad of the Year. Nominations close on Sunday 19 August.

Changes to Regulations and Membership Categories

A review of SLSA policies and guidelines is now complete and there are a number of amendments to regulations detailed in SLSA Circular: SLSA Regulations Review and Update.

Membership categories have also been streamlined and the SLSA Membership Form updated. An explanation of the new categories including FAQs has been uploaded to the Members Area. Changes to Membership Categories can be found in Library under Governance and Policies or via the new search function.

Annual Compliance Requirements for Clubs and Branches

Submissions for the Annual Compliance Requirements for clubs and branches for the 2018/19 season are now open. Submissions can be made online here, please read Circular 3559: Annual Requirements for Clubs and Branches to be Compliant With SLSNSW for the 2018/19 Season for further information.

Little Legends $40,000 Giveaway - Last Chance To Enter!

Macquarie Sports Radio is giving your local junior club the chance to win a share in $40,000!

To win, simply nominate, and then vote for your favourite junior sporting club. The five with the highest votes in each city (Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth) will each win $2,000 to go towards their club. Nominations close 22 July 2018 and voting will be open from Tuesday 24 July, so don't miss the chance to put your club forward!

Nominations for the Education Advisory Committee and the Development Advisory Committee

SLSA is now calling for nominations for the Education Advisory Committee and the Development Advisory Committee. Nominations must be submitted on the prescribed Expression of Interest Form found here be endorsed by the Nominee’s Club. If applying for more than one position, a separate application is required for each role.

Nominations will be appointed by the respective Chair, Education and Development on 27 August 2018.
More information is available via SLSA Circular: 02 17/18 Call for Nominations Education and Development. Please note, this circular supersedes information previously published in SLSA Circular 62.

Nominations For Life Membership of SLSNSW

SLSNSW is inviting nominations for members to be recommended for election to Life Membership of SLSNSW.

To be considered for Life Membership, a nominee must have rendered distinguished voluntary service to SLSNSW for a period of at least 20 years, with the following condition being applied; for service to be considered as distinguished, it must be sustained and of a conspicuous contribution. Download the Life Membership nomination form.

Nominations are to be forwarded via Branch to;

CEO, Surf Life Saving NSW
PO Box 307
Belrose, NSW, 2085
Marked Private & Confidential by Friday, 28th September 2018.

Successful nominations will be announced at the SLSNSW Annual General Meeting, to be held Friday, 2nd November 2018.

Holden EOFY Sale Extended!

Holden have some great EOFY sales prices on offer. As a Surf Life Saving member you also receive exclusive discounts in addition to the EOFY sales prices. Visit the holden website for further information.

NEW Mindray Beneheart D1

The Mindray Beneheart D1 is designed to be reliable, simple and easy to use by any rescuer. It features a 7-inch TFT display offering clear guidance with colour animations. Auto-adjustable volume and screen brightness allow you to comfortably use D1 in a variety of environments.
For more information and discounted prices contact Mia Pacey at mpacey@surflifesaving.com.au or 02 9471 8099.

Circular Reminders

SLSA Circular: SLSA Regulations Review and Update
Circular 3559: Annual Requirements for Clubs and Branches to be Compliant With SLSNSW for the 2018/19 Season
SLSA Circular: 02 17/18 Call for the Education Advisory Committee and the Development Advisory Committee
SLSA Circular: 78 Member Area Upgrade, Patrol Ops App and Changes to Membership Categories
Circular 3558: 2018 NSW Midford Board Riding Championships - Entry Circular
Circular 3557: 2018 NSW Midford Board Riding Championships - Official Nominations
SLSA Circular: 75 17/18 Pool Grand Prix
Circular 3556: 2018 SLSNSW Junior Development Academy - Management Nominations
SLSA Circular: Call for Feedback on 34th Edition PSAR Training Manual
SLSA Circular: 69 17-18 Member Education Resource Changes
Circular 3536: 2017/18 SLSNSW Awards Of Excellence

2018 SLSNSW State Conference

The 2018 SLSNSW State Conference will launch and communicate the new SLSNSW Strategic Plan and provide a forum to communicate and workshop key strategic issues, challenges and opportunities.

2018 SLSNSW Awards Of Excellence

The Awards of Excellence recognise the outstanding achievements and contributions in all aspects of Surf Life Saving. The awards will celebrate the accomplishments of members, clubs and branches in the 2017/18 season.

Lander & Rogers Lawyers have released an informative Risk Management Checklist for carnivals and sporting events which can be viewed online here.

21 July - SEA FM Pop-up Party - Recycle to WIN
7 September - 2018 NSW Midford Board Riding Championships
22 September - 2018 Lennox Head Enduro
29 September - The Professionals Weekend of Surf

Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program

Round two of the Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program is now open. The Program provides NSW sports clubs the opportunity to acquire an AED package for their club or sports facility at a reduced cost.

Grants are available for up to 50% of the AED package in Zones 1 and 2 and up to 75% in Zone 3 (Zone regions are mapped out in the Local Sport Defibrillator Program Guidelines):

Zone 1 - $1250
Zone 2 - $1300
Zone 3 - $1900

SLSNSW is an AED Panel Service Provider and stockist of AEDs in all three zones, therefore successful applicants will be able to purchase their AED directly through SLSNSW by contacting Holly Chave, Academy Business Manager.

More information about the Grant and application process can be found on the Office of Sport website or via the Local Sport Defibrillator Program Guidelines.

Sydney Water Local Community Grants

The Sydney Water Local Community Grants is now open and closes on Friday 27 July 2018.

Grants of up to $1,000 are available to support grassroots community organisations in the areas of Sydney, Illawara and the Blue Mountains.

The grant can be used for reusable water bottles, water refill stations, suitable equipment and/or training. Further information on how to apply and application criteria can be found on the SLSNSW website.