NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards – Nominations Now Open
Fri 17 May 2013
Nominations are now open and are a perfect opportunity for clubs to recognise their volunteers from within all areas of Surf Life Saving.
SLSNSW Awards of Excellence – Venue Confirmed
Fri 17 May 2013
A venue has been confirmed for the 2013 SLSNSW Awards of Excellence. The event will be held on Saturday 3 August 2013 at the Sydney Sofitel Wentworth. This is a great venue right in the heart of Sydney city, close to the airport and public transport. Accommodation at this venue is also available and all Surf Life Saving guests will receive a discounted rate of $245 for their nights’ stay – just quote SURF030813 at the time of booking. Official invites will be distributed mid-June so start organising your tables now!
Club Funding in Community Building Partnership Program
Fri 17 May 2013
Through the NSW Government’s 2012-13 Community Building Partnership program, funding has been directed to 11 Surf Life Saving Clubs to support their infrastructure projects.
Volunteer In The Spotlight- Richard Lytham OAM
Fri 17 May 2013
Richard “Richie" Lytham from Collaroy SLSC is the epitome of a volunteer. Richie has turned his love of Surf Life Saving into an unfathomable number of volunteer hours, helping to improve and enrich the movement at all levels.
Lifejacket Saves Kayaker
Thu 16 May 2013
All ocean users were reminded of the importance of wearing lifejackets after a kayaker survived for six hours in the ocean off Port Stephens on Sunday night.
Round 2 of NSW IRB Heads To Forster
Wed 15 May 2013
The second round of the NSW IRB (Inflatable Rescue Boat) Premiership will look to kick off the Series at Forster on the Lower North Coast this weekend (18-19 May).
Working Bee Saves A Life
Tue 14 May 2013
Thirroul Surf Life Saving Club’s voluntary patrols may have finished for the season but that hasn’t stopped its members from springing in to action when required.
How to Produce a Quality Annual Report
Fri 10 May 2013
Now that the season has ended, many clubs are getting their Annual Reports together for the season wrap-up.
End of Season Thanks to NSW Surf Lifesavers
Fri 3 May 2013
At the conclusion of another busy season, we want to thank each and every volunteer and their families for their commitment to keeping people safe on NSW beaches.
Position Vacant: Lifesaving Officer
Fri 3 May 2013
We currently have an exciting role which requires an organised individual to assist in the administration and coordination of lifesaving grants, resources and various lifesaving programs in support of surf clubs.
Kiama Downs Ready to Defend State Title
Fri 3 May 2013
Round 1 of the NSW IRB Premiership series kicks off this weekend at Mollymook. Defending State Champions, Kiama Downs SLSC, are the team with the target on their back.
Top 10 in Transparency Awards
Wed 1 May 2013
For the third year in a row, Surf Life Saving NSW has been named a Top 10 Finalist in the PricewaterhouseCoopers (Pwc) Transparency Awards ($5m to $30m revenue category.)
Rescue Boat Racing Premiership Begins
Mon 29 Apr 2013
The first round of the NSW IRB (Inflatable Rescue Boat) Premiership series kicks off this weekend 4-5 May at Mollymook in the Shoalhaven.
2013 Junior Lifesavers of the Year Announced
Fri 26 Apr 2013
Andrew Lange (Fingal Beach SLSC) and Jade Horton (Tacking Point SLSC) have been named the 2013 Surf Life Saving NSW Junior Lifesavers of the Year.
NSW Clubs Clean Up At Aussies
Wed 24 Apr 2013
NSW Surf Life Saving Clubs have put themselves on the map at the 2013 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships bringing home a hoard of medals.
Special Discount to 'Rescue' Exhibition
Wed 24 Apr 2013
The Australian National Maritime Museum is offering 40% off their Big Ticket to all clubbies and their families.
Rock Fisherman Drowns
Mon 22 Apr 2013
Surf Lifesavers from Port Kembla and Surf Life Saving Duty Officers were on scene at the tragic drowning of a man who was swept from rocks this morning at Hill 60 near Port Kembla in the Illawarra, bringing the NSW coastal drowning total for this season to 35.
Joint Response in Treacherous Conditions
Fri 19 Apr 2013
Lifesaving services were scrambled this afternoon to the report of a person struggling in the water at Phillip Bay, Sydney.
Dangerous Surf Warning
Fri 19 Apr 2013
Surf Life Saving is advising swimmers, surfers, rock fishermen and boat skippers to take extreme caution as dangerous surf conditions are expected across the state from Friday - Tuesday.
AUSTSWIM Parents Survey
Tue 16 Apr 2013
AUSTSWIM and Royal Life Saving Society - Australia are urging parents whose children have undertaken swimming lessons to share their experiences in a new survey.
Dangerous Surf Conditions Result in Major Rescue
Mon 15 Apr 2013
The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting Dangerous Surf Conditions along the southern NSW coastline this afternoon, continuing through Tuesday, with an easterly swell of 2.5 metres and a 12 second period.
Fitness First Gym Equipment Donation
Fri 12 Apr 2013
In a fantastic gesture to charity, Fitness First is providing gym equipment to Surf Life Saving NSW for distribution to Surf Clubs for FREE!
2013 SLSNSW Pool Rescue Championships
Fri 12 Apr 2013
The Pool Rescue Championships will return to the Central Coast for the 2013 State Championships from 27-28 July.
Surf Safety Focus This School Holidays
Wed 10 Apr 2013
NSW surf lifesavers and lifeguards have issued a strong warning to beachgoers and coastal holiday makers to observe surf safety warnings during the Autumn school holiday period which commences this Friday 12 April.
Overseas Lifesaving Opportunity in Vietnam
Tue 9 Apr 2013
Would you like to use your skills and experience to volunteer as a Lifesaving Development Officer in Vietnam?
Lifesavers Rescue Stranded Skipper
Fri 5 Apr 2013
The Easter long weekend was busy for Surf Lifesavers on the beaches in addition to responding to emergency callouts for assistance to other incidents.
Host Your Own Soft Sand Shuffle
Thu 4 Apr 2013
The Soft Sand Shuffle is a fantastic new beach running carnival created to raise awareness and funds for youth mental health in Australia.
Best of the Best Boat Showdown
Thu 28 Mar 2013
The top surfboat crews in the state put it all on the line to try to claim the title of Best of the Best for 2013.
Port Mac Lifesaver Awarded Rescue of the Month
Tue 26 Mar 2013
David Carew of Port Macquarie Surf Life Saving Club has deservedly been awarded the Surf Life Saving NSW Rescue of the Month.
Lifesavers Commended for Brave Conduct
Tue 26 Mar 2013
Two off-duty surf lifesavers have been recognised with Commendations for Brave Conduct on behalf of the Governor General as part of the Australian Honours and Awards announcement.
NSW IRB Premiership Locations Announced
Fri 22 Mar 2013
The 2013 NSW IRB Premiership Series and 2013 IRB State Championships have now been announced.
Fox Sports to Air State Champs Highlights
Fri 22 Mar 2013
The dates are set for the finals highlights from the 2013 Allphones Open Surf Life Saving Championships to be aired on Fox Sports 3 in April.
Junior Lifesaver & Youth Program Participants Announced
Thu 21 Mar 2013
Participants for the 2013 Junior Lifesaver of the Year (JLOTY) and Youth Opportunity Makers Workshop (YOM) have now been selected.
Aussies Surf Boats Relocation Decision
Tue 19 Mar 2013
Following inspections by the 2013 Australian Championships Event Organising Committee (AEOC) in consultation with representatives from SLSA, Gold Coast City Council and the Australian Surf Rowers League, it has been decided to relocate the surf boat events from Tugun Beach to North Kirra.
Dangerous Surf Puts Lifesavers to the Test
Sat 16 Mar 2013
Big surf and dangerous conditions along the coast last weekend have resulted in numerous rescues and incidents, including one person drowned and another still missing.
Beautify Beachsafe and Win
Fri 15 Mar 2013
To celebrate the launch of the all new Beachsafe, SLSA are asking you to get involved and help to beautify it.
Apply Now for the SLSA Leaders Masterclass
Fri 15 Mar 2013
Applications are now open for the SLSA Leaders' Masterclass being held from 24-27 May 2013 at the Australian Emergency Management Institute (AEMI) in Mt Macedon, Victoria.
Dangerous Surf Warning
Thu 14 Mar 2013
SLSNSW is advising of Dangerous Surf Conditions between the Queensland border and Newcastle over the next few days, due to Tropical Cyclone Sandra (moving South, offshore of the NSW coast).
Far North Athletes at State Champs
Tue 12 Mar 2013
Athletes from Cudgen Headland made a solid impression on the results sheet at the 2013 Allphones NSW Opens Surf Life Saving Championships held at Ocean Beach-Umina from 8-10 March.
Sydney Clubs Reign at State Champs
Tue 12 Mar 2013
Sydney clubs dominated on the sand and in the water at the 2013 Allphones NSW Opens Surf Life Saving Championships held at Ocean Beach-Umina from 8-10 March.
Illawarra Beachies Dominate on the Sand
Tue 12 Mar 2013
They are called the ‘sand rats’, the Illawarra Surf Life Saving team that made history at the Allphones NSW State Surf Life Saving Championships when they claimed gold in both the men’s and women’s open beach relay and women’s open sprint final for the first time ever.
Redhead on Fire at State Champs
Tue 12 Mar 2013
Redhead SLSC surf athletes showed everyone how it’s done at the 2013 Allphones NSW Opens Surf Life Saving Championships held at Ocean Beach-Umina from 8-10 March.
South Coast Athletes Dominate at State
Tue 12 Mar 2013
Surf athletes from Warilla-Barrack Point SLSC were on fire at the 2013 Allphones NSW Opens Surf Life Saving Championships held at Ocean Beach-Umina from 8-10 March.
Newport Surf Athletes Do It For Tim
Tue 12 Mar 2013
Newport Surf Life Saving Club rode a wave of success at the 2013 Allphones NSW Open Surf Life Saving Championships held at Ocean Beach-Umina.
SLS Welcomes Council’s Vote for Emergency Access at North Broulee
Tue 12 Mar 2013
Far South Coast Surf Life Saving has welcomed the decision by the Eurobodalla Shire Council to build emergency access onto North Broulee Beach.
State Champs Wraps up on Central Coast
Mon 11 Mar 2013
More than 3000 competitors aged under 15 through to Opens battled it out over three days on the beach and in the water at the Allphones NSW Opens Surf Life Saving Championships held at Ocean Beach-Umina from 8-10 March.
Surf Athletes Sun Safe at State Champs
Mon 11 Mar 2013
The Melanoma Institute of Australia and Surf Life Saving NSW partnered up at the 2013 Allphones NSW Open Surf Life Saving Championships to promote the importance of skin awareness and protection from the sun.
NSW Ironman and Ironwoman Crowned
Sun 10 Mar 2013
The pinnacle of the Allphones NSW Surf Life Saving Championships is the Open Ironman and Ironwoman event and after a three-day fitness and endurance contest at Ocean Beach-Umina on the Central Coast, the new state champions have been crowned.
2014 State Championship Dates Announced
Sun 10 Mar 2013
The program for next year’s NSW Surf Life Saving Championships were announced at the official ceremony and March Past at Ocean Beach-Umina.
Girl Power on Show at State Champs
Fri 8 Mar 2013
For International Women’s Day, Manly Surf Life Saving Club’s superstars put on a powerful display at the Allphones NSW Opens Surf Life Saving Championships at Ocean Beach–Umina.
Turning Japanese at State Champs
Fri 8 Mar 2013
Two Japanese lifesavers are getting a healthy taste of Aussie beach culture at Ocean Beach-Umina where they have joined thousands of Open competitors at the Allphones NSW Surf Life Saving Championships.
Masters Competition Wraps Up
Thu 7 Mar 2013
The older generation of Surf Life Saving Club competitors showed what they are made of at the 2013 Allphones NSW Masters Surf Life Saving Championships held at Ocean Beach-Umina from 6-7 March.
Message from SLSNSW President - NSW Age Championships
Mon 4 Mar 2013
To all junior competitors and families who attended the NSW Age Championships this weekend at Ocean Beach-Umina.
NSW Junior Surf Champs Conclude
Mon 4 Mar 2013
Braving far from ideal conditions, around 4000 nippers took part in the 2013 Allphones NSW Surf Life Saving Championships with reigning champions Manly coming out on top once again*.
NSW Surf Life Saving Champs Go Ahead
Sat 2 Mar 2013
Junior surf competitors are braving the wet and windy conditions to compete today at the NSW Allphones Surf Life Saving Championships at Ocean Beach-Umina.
Day One of State Champs Suspended
Fri 1 Mar 2013
After a reassessment of conditions, all events for Day One of the Allphones NSW Surf Life Saving have been suspended.
Wild Weather at State Champs
Fri 1 Mar 2013
Events at the Allphones NSW Surf Life Saving Championships at Ocean Beach-Umina have been suspended or postponed due to bad weather conditions.
Surf Juniors Kick Off State Champs
Tue 26 Feb 2013
The stage is set for the 2013 Allphones NSW Surf Life Saving Championships as the state’s best surf athletes descend on Ocean Beach–Umina from Friday 1 March.
Surf Safety for New Australians
Tue 26 Feb 2013
Together with the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Recreational Fishing Alliance NSW, Surf Life Saving NSW will host a fishing and water safety information workshop for The Hills Holroyd Parramatta Migrant Resource Centre.
State Champs on TV
Mon 25 Feb 2013
Ever wondered what it's like to have a TV camera stuck in your face right after a big race, just like the top ironmen and women?
Australia Gets On Board for Boardies Day
Mon 25 Feb 2013
On Friday 22 February Australians from all walks of life ditched their usual attire for a pair of boardies for the Surf Life Saving national fundraiser Boardies Day.
Dangerous Surf for the Weekend
Fri 22 Feb 2013
The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting dangerous surf conditions for the central and southern NSW coastline for Friday 22 February until Sunday 24 February.
Australians on Board for Boardies Day
Fri 22 Feb 2013
The Surf Life Saving national fundraiser, Boardies Day, has kicked off with businesses, schools and community groups everywhere ditching their corporate clobber for their favourite pair of boardies or beach gear.
FRNSW Permanent Firefighter Recruitment Campaign
Fri 22 Feb 2013
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is encouraging female lifesavers to apply for the 2013 Permanent Firefighter Recruitment Campaign.
Palm Beach Lifeguards Rescue of the Month
Fri 22 Feb 2013
Palm Beach lifeguards Tom Allen, Tim Daymond and Brad Woodward have been awarded Rescue of the Month for January 2013.
Free Skin Checks at State Champs
Wed 20 Feb 2013
Surf lifesavers spend a lot of time on the beach and understand the importance of protecting skin from the sun and having regular skin checks.
Waste to be Reduced at State Champs
Tue 12 Feb 2013
Surf Life Saving NSW will host an environmentally-friendly event when the Allphones NSW Surf Life Saving Championships comes to the Central Coast in March 2013.
Ballina Lighthouse Achieve Bronze Status
Mon 11 Feb 2013
Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore SLSC has become the first surf life saving club on the Far North Coast to be awarded Bronze Level Status as part of the Surf Life Saving NSW Quality Clubs Program.
Toxic Canisters Wash Up on NSW Beaches
Thu 7 Feb 2013
SLSNSW and Fire and Rescue NSW are urging people to avoid handling silver canisters if they wash up along the NSW coast following recent storms.
State Champs Official Launch
Thu 7 Feb 2013
The 2013 Allphones NSW Surf Life Saving Championships has been officially launched at Umina SLSC on the NSW Central Coast.
Australia Day Awards Recipients
Thu 31 Jan 2013
Congratulations to a number of NSW surf lifesavers who received OAMs or Community Awards from their local councils as part of Australia Day celebrations.
Surf Club Facility Grants Announced
Fri 25 Jan 2013
The Minister for Sport and Recreation, Graham Annesley, has announced the recipients of this year's $2million grants to improve or upgrade club facilities.
Lifesavers: America Wants You
Fri 25 Jan 2013
Fancy using your lifesaving skills for an opportunity overseas? Lifesavers are currently in high demand for camps across America.
Avoca Lifesavers Win Rescue of the Month
Fri 25 Jan 2013
A group of lifesavers, nippers and lifeguards from Avoca Beach have been awarded SLSNSW Rescue of the Month.
2013 IRB Premiership Series Announced
Wed 23 Jan 2013
Surf Life Saving NSW is seeking expressions of interest from Surf Life Saving Clubs to host rounds of the 2013 IRB Premiership Series.
Woonona SLSC Achieve Silver Level
Tue 22 Jan 2013
Woonona SLSC has become the first surf club in NSW to be awarded Silver Level Status as part of the Surf Life Saving Quality Clubs Program.
NSW Team Retains Interstate Title
Tue 22 Jan 2013
Mighty efforts in the pool and on the beach by our top surf sports competitors has ensured the Interstate Trophy stays in NSW for another year.
DPI Provides Funding for Binoculars
Tue 22 Jan 2013
Every surf club in NSW will receive high quality binoculars through a grant from the Observation Towers Funding Program managed by the Department of Primary Industries.
2013 Allphones State Championships
Fri 18 Jan 2013
Entries are now open for the 2013 Allphones Surf Life Saving NSW State Championships to be held at Ocean Beach - Umina from 1-10 March 2013.
SLS Contracted for Youth Olympics
Thu 17 Jan 2013
As the 2013 Australian Youth Olympics kick off this week Surf Life Saving's Academy will provide 50 first aid officers and 15 water safety personnel for the event.
Youth Opportunity Makers Workshop
Thu 17 Jan 2013
Applications are now open for the 2013 Youth Opportunities Makers Workshop to be held at The Collaroy Centre, Sydney, from 23-26 April.
Mollymook to Host 2014 Country Champs
Wed 16 Jan 2013
In a coup for the Shoalhaven, Mollymook has been announced as the host of the 2014 and 2015 Stramit NSW Country Surf Life Saving Championships.
John Farnham Ticketing Offer
Tue 15 Jan 2013
Talentworks is offering all Surf Life Saving Club members 2 for 1 Gold Tickets to see John Farnham on Friday 25 January 2013 at Star City, Sydney.
Silver City to Surf
Tue 15 Jan 2013
Sixteen year old Emily Davidson from Flynns Beach, Port Macquarie has a passion for Surf Life Saving and this March will launch her Silver City to Surf Program.
Byron Bay Hangs On To Title at Country Champs
Mon 14 Jan 2013
Reigning title holder Byron Bay has managed to claim top country club again at the 2013 Stramit Country Surf Life Saving Championships at South West Rocks.
Country Surf Champs - Day Two
Sat 12 Jan 2013
Byron Bay has taken the lead after Day 2 of the Stramit NSW Country Championships at South West Rocks, followed by Cudgen Headland, Tacking Point and Coffs Harbour.
SLS Support to Sussex Inlet Community
Wed 9 Jan 2013
On Tuesday 8 January, 2013 the NSW Rural Fire Service issued a Catastrophic Fire Warning for the Illawarra, Shoalhaven and South Coast regions.
Rescue Simulation Kits On The Way
Wed 9 Jan 2013
Surf Life Saving NSW has been successful in securing the Emergency Volunteer Support Scheme (EVSS) on behalf of the NSW Government.
SLS/Surfing Education Assignment Fiji
Wed 9 Jan 2013
SLSA and the Australian Youth Ambassadors for Development (AYAD) will be supporting a Surfing and Surf Lifesaving Education Officer assignment in Fiji.
Extreme Heat Warning NSW
Mon 7 Jan 2013
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) is forecasting temperatures of up to 40 degrees celsius in many parts of New South Wales for Tuesday 8 January 2013.
Country Surf Athletes Hit The Rocks
Mon 7 Jan 2013
The 2013 Stramit NSW Country Surf Life Saving Championships will be held this weekend at South West Rocks on the NSW Mid North Coast.
Please Marry My Boy
Thu 3 Jan 2013
Granada Media in association with Yahoo 7 are looking for active Surf Life Saving Members for the 2013 season of Please Marry My Boy.
Toddler Revived at Avoca Beach
Thu 3 Jan 2013
Surf lifesavers have successfully resuscitated a three year old girl at Avoca Beach on the Central Coast, on what was one of the busiest New Years Days across the state.
New Years Surf Warning
Sun 30 Dec 2012
Surf lifesavers are asking people to use their common sense when taking to the beach over the New Year period after several recent drownings along the NSW coastline.
Shark Injures Surfer Near Port Macquarie
Fri 28 Dec 2012
A man in his 20s from the Central Coast has sustained injuries to his leg and hand, believed to have been caused by a shark, at Diamond Head near Port Macquarie.
Broulee Lifesavers Win Rescue of the Month
Fri 21 Dec 2012
Broulee Surfers Lifesavers Billy Hughes-Tweedie and Ben McKay have received the SLSNSW Rescue of the Month for saving two people from dangerous surf.
Rock Fishing Warning NSW Coastline
Thu 20 Dec 2012
Rock fishers are advised to exercise extreme caution over the next few days as a long-period easterly swell affects most of the NSW coastline.
Seasons Greetings from SLSNSW
Thu 20 Dec 2012
Surf Life Saving NSW would like to take this opportunity to wish all Surf Life Saving Clubs and Members a safe and happy holidays.
Lifesaving Exchange Participants Selected
Tue 18 Dec 2012
SLSNSW will run its annual Lifesaving Exchange Program from 25-28 January 2013 and successful applicants have now been chosen.
2013 National Leadership College
Mon 17 Dec 2012
Surf Life Saving NSW is proud to announce the successful Surf Life Saving Australia National Leadership College participants for 2013.
Community Energy Efficiency Program
Mon 17 Dec 2012
The Federal Government Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency has established the Community Energy Efficiency Program.
Nippers Praised for Rescue Efforts
Fri 14 Dec 2012
Three thirteen-year-old nippers from Avoca Beach SLSC are being praised for their assistance in a major rescue where unfortunately one woman drowned.
Coastal Drownings Up in NSW
Thu 13 Dec 2012
The 2012 National Coastal Safety Report, released today, has confirmed that there has been a rise in coastal drowning deaths in New South Wales.
Rescue Effort at Avoca
Wed 12 Dec 2012
A joint effort between lifesavers and Gosford council lifeguards was mounted this afternoon when two young women were swept from rocks into the water near Avoca.
Work Health and Safety Evaluation Survey
Wed 12 Dec 2012
The Work Health and Safety Act 2011 came into place this year and we would like to know your thoughts.
Boardies Day 2013
Tue 11 Dec 2012
Friday 22 February 2013 is Boardies Day, an opportunity for Clubs and the wider community to get involved and raise vital funds for Surf Life Saving.
Off-Duty Lifesavers Save Man in Local Park
Tue 11 Dec 2012
Off duty surf lifesavers from North Wollongong SLSC used their CPR training to save the life of a man on Sunday after he collapsed in Stuart Park.
NSW Interbranch Champs Wrap Up
Sun 9 Dec 2012
Sydney Northern Beaches has managed to hang on to the NSW Interbranch title for 2012. The team held off main challengers Sydney and Central Coast this weekend at Black Head SLSC, near Forster.
NSW State Team Announced
Sun 9 Dec 2012
Selectors have announced the athletes who have been offered places in the NSW Surf Life Saving team to contest the Interstate Titles in January 2013 in Sydney.
Media Story Highlights from Interbranch
Sun 9 Dec 2012
Catch up on some of the highlights from Interbranch with this selection of stories sent to media throughout NSW.
Sydney Northern Beaches Lead at Interbranch
Sat 8 Dec 2012
Sydney Northern Beaches is in the lead after Day One of the 2012 NSW Surf Life Saving Interbranch Championships at Black Head Beach near Forster.
Surf Sports Wraps Up The Year
Thu 6 Dec 2012
It's been a big year for Surf Sports and the fourth edition of The Engine Room features a conclusive wrap up of all things water and sand.
Local Tibetans Learn Beach Safety Skills
Thu 6 Dec 2012
Tibetan families living in Dee Why on Sydney's Northern Beaches learnt some valuable surf safety skills with the help of local lifesavers.
North Palm Beach Pick Up Green Award
Wed 5 Dec 2012
North Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) has received a high commendation for its environmental work in the local area.
New SLSNSW Operational Twitter Feed
Tue 4 Dec 2012
Surf Life Saving NSW has officially launched a new Twitter feed for its State Operations Centre @SLSNSW_SOC.
Storm Surfers Screening Exclusive
Fri 30 Nov 2012
The highly-acclaimed movie sensation Storm Surfers is offering an exclusive fundraising opportunity to screen the movie at your surf club.
Beach Bash Partners With SLSNSW
Fri 30 Nov 2012
The first Australian beach obstacle series, Beach Bash, has partnered with us to raise vital funds for Surf Life Saving in NSW.
NSW Interbranch Championships
Thu 29 Nov 2012
An elite squad from each of the 11 SLS Branches in NSW will compete at the 2012 Interbranch Championships at Black Head SLSC on 8-9 December.
Lifesavers on High Alert for Summer
Thu 29 Nov 2012
With summer officially beginning this weekend Surf Lifesavers are warning people to stay safe at the beach and swim between the red and yellow flags.
Lifesavers Develop Networking Skills
Thu 29 Nov 2012
Over the weekend 29 surf lifesavers from all over NSW participated in the 18-25 Development Networking Program in Sydney.
Calling for Officials for ASRL Open
Thu 29 Nov 2012
The Australian Surf Rowers League is inviting interested officials to nominate for this seasons ASRL Open.
Paddle With The Olympic K4 Champs
Thu 29 Nov 2012
The Manly-Warringah Kayak Club are hosting a paddle clinic on 1 December 2012 with Aussie Olympic K4 Champions Murray Stewart, Tate Smith, David Smith and Jacob Clear.
SLSNSW Rescue of the Month
Fri 23 Nov 2012
The SLSNSW Rescue of the Month for October 2012 has been awarded to Anika Morgan from Woolgoolga Surf Life Saving Club.
Club CALD Research Survey
Wed 21 Nov 2012
Clubs are active in delivering community engagement programs to a variety of target groups including people from diverse backgrounds, Australian Indigenous people, the disabled and the broader community.
Brave Board Rescue at Broulee
Tue 20 Nov 2012
Surf Lifesavers training at Broulee are commended for their rescue of an American tourist and his son after they found themselves in difficulty in horrendous surf conditions.
Regional Athletes Get A Head Start
Mon 19 Nov 2012
The Coaching the Coast Regional Development program continues to gain momentum with clinics scheduled for Cape Hawke SLSC and Mollymook SLSC.
National Officials Review Survey
Fri 16 Nov 2012
An independent review of the National Officials Development Framework and Pathway on behalf of Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) is currently being conducted.
Six Lives Saved in 24 Hours
Fri 16 Nov 2012
Our Surf Emergency Response System has had a frantic 24 hours with two major emergencies across the state resulting in six lives being saved.
Don't 'Get Ripped' This Schoolies
Wed 14 Nov 2012
With Schoolies celebrations set to kick off from this weekend, surf lifesavers and lifeguards are pleading with young revellers to make surf safety a priority.
Premier's Christmas Gala Concerts
Tue 13 Nov 2012
An opportunity awaits for enthusiastic surf lifesaving volunteers to attend the 2012 Premier's Christmas Gala Concerts from 4-5 December 2012.
Surf Safety Day for Migrant Families
Tue 13 Nov 2012
In association with the Strategic Community Assistance to Refugee Families (SCARF), SLSNSW will run a series of family surf safety days during November and December.
Surf Safety A Success in the Bush
Mon 12 Nov 2012
More than 9000 primary school students across 41 schools throughout rural NSW took part in vital water safety lessons ahead of summer.
Elouera Receives $1000 Thanks To Dulux
Fri 9 Nov 2012
As part of the Dulux Surf Club Project Photo Competition Elouera Surf Life Saving Club has received $1000 thanks to a photo submitted by local photographer, Mitchell Fong.
Surf Lifesavers Meet Prince Charles
Fri 9 Nov 2012
Six New South Wales Surf Lifesavers were invited to meet Prince Charles this morning at Bondi Beach as part of a reception for the state's Emergency Services personnel.
Position Vacant- Sports Development Officer
Fri 9 Nov 2012
An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate sports development professional to coordinate our Athlete Development programs.
2013 Lifesaving Exchange Program
Fri 9 Nov 2012
Surf Life Saving NSW will run its annual Lifesaving Exchange Program from 25-28 January 2013 and applications are now open.
DSR Announce Sponsorship, Fundraising and Grants Workshop
Thu 8 Nov 2012
The NSW Office of Communities Sport and Recreation will run a Sponsorship, Fundraising and Grants workshop aimed at assisting grassroots clubs and associations.
Surf Life Saving NSW New Life Members
Wed 7 Nov 2012
Four Surf Life Saving NSW members have been recognised for a lifetime of volunteer service with Life Membership awards.
Surf Boat Rescues Stranded Ski Paddler
Tue 6 Nov 2012
Broulee SLSC surf lifesavers have rescued a ski paddler in distress during early morning training.
High Performance Athletes in Wollongong
Mon 5 Nov 2012
Round 2 of the Sydney Water Series was dominated by participants of the Surf Life Saving NSW High Performance Camp on Saturday.
Layne Beachley Foundation Grant
Mon 5 Nov 2012
The Layne Beachley Aim for the Stars Foundation grant program is now open for female surf club members.
Position Vacant - Academy Business Officer
Fri 2 Nov 2012
The Australian Lifesaving Academy is a dynamic and professional Registered Training Organisation delivering First Aid and Advanced Emergency Care programs.
Academy Innovation Awards
Fri 2 Nov 2012
Surf Life Saving NSW welcomes the Academy Innovation Awards to congratulate those who demonstrate excellence in implementing and maintaining innovative education practices.
Thirroul Teen Saves Brother's Life
Fri 2 Nov 2012
Surf Life Saving doesn’t just keep you fit and healthy and safe at the beach, it teaches skills for life.
Lennox Head Repaint is a Community Effort
Fri 2 Nov 2012
Lennox Head - Alstonville SLSC is almost unrecognisable after taking part in the Dulux Surf Club Project, which aims to paint every surf club in Australia.
Surf Safety Goes Bush
Thu 1 Nov 2012
More than 9000 rural primary school students across NSW will take part in vital water safety lessons ahead of summer as part of the Surf Life Saving NSW Beach to Bush program.
Rock Fishing Drowning in Sydney
Thu 1 Nov 2012
Surf Life Saving is renewing calls for rock fishermen to wear lifejackets after a man drowned this morning at Curl Curl.
Surf Elite in High Performance Camp
Wed 31 Oct 2012
Some of the best Surf Sports competitors in NSW will take part in the Surf Life Saving NSW High Performance Program in Wollongong from 2-4 November 2012.
National Rip Current Awareness Day
Wed 31 Oct 2012
Beachgoers will be given a valuable lesson in surf safety this Sunday when surf lifesavers release fluoro dye into the surf to highlight rip current movements.
Meritorious Awards Honour Brave Rescuers
Mon 29 Oct 2012
NSW surf lifesavers have been honoured for their brave efforts, bagging a swag of Meritorious Awards.
Battle of the Best at NSW Endurance
Mon 29 Oct 2012
NSW’s best surf sports competitors battled it out at the 2012 NSW Endurance Championships, held at Swansea Belmont on Sunday.
NSW Honoured at Awards of Excellence
Mon 29 Oct 2012
Saturday night saw over 270 guests descend on The Westin Hotel in Sydney to honour Surf Life Saving’s best and bravest at the 2012 Surf Life Saving Australia Awards of Excellence.
Surf Sports Season Kicks Off
Wed 24 Oct 2012
On Sunday 28 October a heavy off-season of winter training will bear fruit when the NSW Endurance Championships take place at Swansea Belmont.
Surf Life Saving Seeking Feedback on 33rd Edition
Mon 22 Oct 2012
Surf Life Saving NSW has created a survey for members as SLSA commence a review of the 33rd Edition Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue Manual.
National Leadership College 2013
Mon 22 Oct 2012
Applications are now open for the 2013 National Leadership College to be held on February 3-9 2013 at St Paul’s College, Sydney.
Rip Current Awareness Day
Mon 22 Oct 2012
Rip currents remain the greatest hazard on Australian beaches, yet many people remain unaware of the dangers that they pose.
Rescue of the Month Award
Fri 19 Oct 2012
Ballina Lighthouse and Lismore SLSC members Kris Beavis and Rod Balkin have received the SLSNSW Rescue of the Month award for May to September 2012.
Participants Announced for Development Program
Fri 19 Oct 2012
Thirty-one passionate surf lifesavers have been selected to take part in Surf Life Saving NSW 18-25 Development Networking Program.
Four Koreans Saved from Drowning at Coffs
Thu 18 Oct 2012
Two young surf lifesavers are heroes after saving four Korean men from drowning in a rip current at Woolgoolga yesterday.
Regional Tourism Network Teams With SLS
Tue 16 Oct 2012
The newly formed North Coast Destination Network and SLSNSW have joined forces to educate international visitors about beach safety.
Volunteer Lifesavers Rescue Endangered Turtle
Fri 12 Oct 2012
South Curl Curl volunteer lifesavers act quickly after discovering an injured Hawksbill turtle washed up on the shore.
Dangerous Surf Warning
Thu 11 Oct 2012
Dangerous ocean conditions are expected across NSW on Friday and into the weekend.
NSW Talented Athlete Program
Wed 10 Oct 2012
NSW future junior surf sport stars were busy in the final days of school holidays at the Talented Athletes Program on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
Drowning Project Begins in Sydney
Tue 9 Oct 2012
A state-wide coastal public safety risk assessment project heads to Randwick City this week to target priority black spots for coastal drownings.
Dangerous Surf Warning
Fri 5 Oct 2012
Surf Life Saving NSW is advising rock fishermen to avoid the open coastline, as dangerous ocean conditions are expected this weekend.
Message From SLS NSW President Tony Haven
Wed 26 Sep 2012
Surf Life Saving New South Wales is deeply saddened by the news of the tragic death of two members of its extended life saving community.
ALS Lifeguards Kick Off Their Patrol Season
Mon 24 Sep 2012
ALS lifeguards have officially kicked off their annual patrol service for the summer season. Patrols commenced on Saturday 22 September 2012, and will run through to the end of April 2013.
NSW Surf Patrol Season Kicks Off
Fri 21 Sep 2012
NSW Minister for Police and Emergency Services, Michael Gallacher, has officially launched the 2012/13 NSW Surf Life Saving patrol season today at Dee Why Surf Life Saving Club.
NSW Surf Patrol Season Launch
Tue 18 Sep 2012
NSW Police Minister, Michael Gallacher, will officially raise the first flags of the patrol season at Dee Why SLSC on Friday 21 Sept 2012.
Junior Lifesavers Selected for Talented Athlete Program
Sat 15 Sep 2012
Branch junior surf lifesavers have been selected to participate in the NSW Talented Athlete Program (TAP) on October 3 - 5 at the Sydney Academy of Sport in Narrabeen.
2012 Endurance Championships Head to Hunter
Mon 10 Sep 2012
The annual early season Endurance Championships will head to Swansea Belmont SLSC this year with the event to be held on Sunday 28 October.
Eurobodalla Installs New Beach Safety Signs
Thu 6 Sep 2012
Surf Life Saving Far South Coast congratulates Eurobodalla Shire Council on implementing new beach safety signage at every beach in the shire.
NSW Lifeguard of the Year
Thu 6 Sep 2012
Ballina Shire Lifeguard Supervisor Ruben Roxburgh has been awarded NSW Lifeguard of the Year.
NSW Water Safety Award Winners
Tue 4 Sep 2012
Surf Life Saving picked up three major awards at the NSW Water Safety Awards on the weekend.
NSW Official Recognised for Search Effort at Aussies
Mon 3 Sep 2012
Cape Hawke SLSC's Malcolm Flew has been presented with a Certificate of Appreciation from SLSA for leading the search and rescue effort for a missing competitor at this year's Australian Surf Life Saving Championships at Kurrawa.
Major changes for Coolangatta Gold
Tue 28 Aug 2012
Following an in-depth review of the 2011 event, Surf Life Saving Australia has announced some big changes to the 2012 Coolangatta Gold, to be held on Sunday October 14 in Coolangatta.
Project Blueprint to help cut drownings
Tue 28 Aug 2012
A state-wide coastal public safety risk assessment project has begun in the Tweed Shire and will target priority black spots for coastal drownings throughout NSW.
Surf Clubs Open Their Doors
Mon 20 Aug 2012
On Sunday 26 August, surf clubs all over NSW will open their doors to visitors and new members of all ages as part of Surf Life Saving NSW’s (SLSNSW) first ever state-wide Surf Club Open Day.
Hunter Surf Lifesavers First to Learn New Search and Rescue Techniques
Sat 18 Aug 2012
Surf Life Saving trainers from around the state will converge on Newcastle this weekend to learn about search and rescue operations as part of a new Silver Medallion in Aquatic Rescue qualification.
Terrigal Trumps NSW Pool Rescue Championships
Mon 30 Jul 2012
Event favourite Terrigal SLSC has convincingly taken out the NSW Pool Rescue Championships over the weekend at Woy Woy.
Surf Athletes Hit the Pool for Rescue Championships
Wed 25 Jul 2012
Surf athletes from across NSW will test their skills in flat water at the 2012 NSW Pool Rescue Championships this weekend, 28-29 July, at Peninsula Leisure Centre Woy Woy.
Beach Alert: Dangerous Surf Conditions
Fri 20 Jul 2012
Surf Life Saving is advising swimmers, surfers, rock fishermen and boat skippers to take extreme caution as dangerous ocean conditions are expected across much of the NSW coast from Saturday 21 July – Tuesday 24 July 2012.
Rock Fishing Drowning in Sydney
Sun 15 Jul 2012
A 26-year old man has drowned while rock fishing at La Perouse this morning, just one week after a rock fisherman’s body was recovered on the Central Coast.
NSW IRB Team Takes on Australia's Best
Fri 13 Jul 2012
The NSW IRB (Inflatable Rescue Boat) team will show off their superior skills racing at the Interstate and Australian IRB Championships this Friday 20 to Sunday 22 July 2012 at Ocean Beach SLSC on the NSW Central Coast.