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October 2021
Welcome to our monthly e-news for Surf Life Saving members in NSW. Each month we’ll bring you a quick snapshot of what’s happening across the state, we’ll celebrate the achievements of some of our dedicated surf lifesavers, let you know about the latest special offers for members and feature upcoming events!
School's Invited to Register for Red and Yellow Day - 1 December 2021
To celebrate National Water Safety Day, we are asking schools across the country to register and participate in a day of beach-themed activities.
On December 1, join us and raise awareness of the importance of swimming between the red and yellow flags at the beach. Get your students dressed up in red and yellow and take them through a fun range of classroom activities.
Let’s get our communities ready for summer, and make sure we all have fun and stay safe while enjoying our beautiful water ways and beaches.
Whipple Effect as Far North Coast Lifeguard Leads Way for Females
When Byron Bay Lifeguard, Amber Whipple pulls on the iconic red and yellow, there’s one word that comes to mind.
“Pride. I’m very proud to be a lifeguard, proud to be a part of it all,” she says, enthusiasm brimming from every syllable.
A Beacon of Safety for Manly's Shelly Beach
Visitors to one of Sydney's most iconic coastal locations, Shelly Beach, will be able to swim a little safer with new lifesaving technology installed for use in emergencies, unveiled earlier this month by the NSW Minister for Police and Emergency Services, David Elliott.
Thousands of Australians to Join Lifesaving 24 Hour Row Event
This weekend, over 2,000 surf club members and rowers Australia-wide will be taking part in the 2021 24 Hour Row for Mental Fitness supporting Gotcha4Life.
In a year where the focus on mental fitness is more important than ever, event organisers are excited to see the enthusiasm from so many clubs to participate and help raise money for such an important cause.
Vale Ron Bradley OAM
It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Corrimal SLSC, Illawarra Branch and Surf Life Saving NSW Life Member, Ron Bradley OAM, who passed away on Tuesday 19 October. A man of great commitment and loyalty, the 2021/22 summer would have been his 77th consecutive season at Corrimal SLSC, having joined initially as a probationary member in 1944.
2022 Lifesaving Development Camp
Applications are now open for the 2022 Lifesaving Development Camp! This is an incredible opportunity for our youth members to expand their knowledge and skill set whilst making new friends and creating unforgettable memories. We're also looking for members interested in joining the camp's Leadership Team.
Teens Think Quick in Surf Accident
An incredible exhibition of composure and bravery in difficult circumstances has seen a potentially awful accident become a shining example of Nipper education after a young Newport SLSC member was rescued during a club training session.
Radio Network Upgrade Improves Safety on Beaches
Surf lifesavers will have state-of-the-art communications systems able to respond sooner in an emergency when an upgrade to the radio network servicing the Hunter and Lower North Coast regions of NSW is complete.
CPR Push-a-thon
Join in the CPR Push-a-thon, between now and November 19. Form a team, sign up, get sponsored and start pushing! Each push raises funds for Heart of the Nation and Restart a Heart Day. How long can your team push for?
There are incredible prizes for the top fundraisers, including an AED (valued at $2695), CPR Training Course for 12 people (valued at $1200) provided by SLSNSW, and discount accommodation vouchers at luxury hotels.
2021 Bate Bay Gold
Entries are now open for the 2021 Bate Bay Gold to be held at Wanda SLSC Saturday, 20 November! Prize money is on offer to the top five place getters in the Elite Male and Elite Female categories only. Entries close via SEMS Sunday, 14 November. SLSNSW are also calling for nominations for Officials, including Referee.
Life Saving Defibrillator Sale - Offer Ends Soon!
To celebrate Restart a Heart Day, SLSNSW are offering huge discounts on select defibrillators that could save your life or the life of someone you love. Hurry - offer ends Saturday, 30 October 2021. Visit our website to shop our range of life saving defibrillators.
Life Education Online with Healthy Harold
SLSNSW members are being offered free access to Life Education Online with Healthy Harold. Life Education's 10 on-demand online modules are designed for children aged 5-12 and provide valuable lessons exploring healthy eating, personal safety, physical activity, positive and safe relationships, cybersafety and more. Visit the SLS Members Area to access the free sign up link.
Shop for Good During this Year's Click Frenzy Event
Sign up to Shopnate for free and download the Easy Fundraiser add-on to get reminders and access to exclusive deals and discounts at over 680 big name retailers like The Iconic, SurfStitch and David Jones. Then, when shopping online this Click Frenzy (from 7pm Tuesday 9 November) and every time you shop using Shopnate, SLSNSW will also receive a small donation from the retailer at no additional cost to you. Sign up, shop and help save lives today!
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