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#MUMSOFSLSNSW // Do you know what the Nipperettes were? Kerry Armstrong-Smith was in the first group of them after joining @uminaslsc in the Under 4’s, and this year after more then 50 years of service at one club, she was inducted as a Surf Life Saving Australia Masters Legend with her awe-inspiring results including winning the very first Australian Open Champion Lifesaver event in 2000.

Kerry is just one of the thousands of incredible mums of Surf Life Saving NSW and today we wanted to share the amazing milestones she’s celebrated this year. First and foremost, she’s the mum to coach Bronte and athlete Jemma who have been by her side on the sand since they were born.

“They’ve come down to patrol since day dot and they learned early on it’s a lifestyle,” she says. “Surf Life Saving has always been about family and to watch them grow up around the beach and have the same love and passion for it has been amazing.”

And even though all three have always been competitive Kerry says that the emphasis was always on having fun, showing up, and most importantly being together.

“From the start it’s always been about having fun, never an emphasis on winning it’s about having fun, training, improving skills and knowing how to keep themselves and others safe.”

Kerry says what being part of a club gives you as a parent, is time with your kids, and that’s her message to any mums out there thinking about getting involved with a club.

“It’s one of those things that brings you together, you do a lot together, water safety, patrol, travel, training, competing.”

In fact, Kerry says “If the Box is working today, Bronte and I will be out there catching waves together for Mother’s Day.”

#mothersday #mentor #inspiration #mum ...

#MUMSOFSLSNSW // Mums of Surf Life Saving NSW are not just biological mothers, they’re matriarchs of the club, Age Managers, Officials, Administrators, Club Captains, Patrol Captains, first-aiders, facilitators, educators, carers, athletes, after hours call-out members. We love them all. Happy Mothers Day to all the mums of Surf Life Saving NSW. ...

#PARTNERSHIP // Another incredible season keeping our beaches safe, thank you ❤️💛

To give back, @duluxaus is supporting surf clubs through the Surf Club Project, helping protect clubhouses against tough coastal conditions.

Eligible clubs can receive up to 100L of Dulux Weathershield® paint, built to withstand wind, salt and sun, season after season.

Apply now to help protect your club for years to come 👉 https://www.dulux.com.au/about-us/community-partnerships/surf-club-project/

#duluxpaint #slsnsw #surfclubs ...

On behalf of our 85,000 members, Surf Life Saving NSW extends its thoughts and support to our @marinerescuensw colleagues after last night’s tragic incident in the line of duty on the Far North Coast. ...

When reliability matters most, Surf Life Saving members need vehicles they can count on 🌊

Powered by Isuzu UTE’s 2.2‑litre turbo‑diesel engine, the D‑MAX and MU‑X offer smooth, efficient performance with an 8‑speed automatic transmission and 3.5‑tonne braked towing standard, supporting everything from club commitments to everyday driving.

Surf Life Saving members are able to access exclusive pricing across the Isuzu D‑MAX and MU‑X range.

Find your local dealer to book a test drive today! 👉 https://www.isuzuute.com.au/find-a-dealer ...

Did you know the NSW Board Riding Champs are happening in May? Held at Merewether Beach in the Hunter, from 30-31 May, the Championship event will see surfers in both the short and longboard from juniors to grand masters compete to become the 2026 State Champ. Join the ranks of legends like @jessmileydyer and @harriesbondi among many, many others to win this event. Check out the event details via surflifesaving.com.au

#surfing #statechamps #slsnsw #lifesaving ...

#SHARKKITS // A huge announcement today on Sydney`s Northern Beaches, as SLSNSW committed to installing publicly accessible Shark Bite Trauma Kits at each of the 129 clubs across the state`s coastline.

The trauma kits will be affixed to the external wall of each NSW surf club where, in the event of a reported shark incident, and in the absence of a lifesaver or lifeguard on duty, members of the public will be able to apply emergency first aid until first responders arrive on scene.

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At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them. ...