AUSTRALIAN HONOURS
The members of Surf Life Saving New South Wales extend their heartfelt congratulations to the following members and supporters of our movement who were recognised in the 2008 Australia Day Honours.
Jon Donohoe – Member (AM) in the General Division
Peter Kerr – Member (AM) in the General Division
The Honourable Warwick Smith – Member (AM) in the General Division
John Fraser – Medal (OAM) in the General Division
Hugh John Ritchie – Medal (OAM) in the General Division
Tony Gately – Ambulance Service Medal (ASM)
The President has written to each of the recipients on behalf of the membership.
STAFF FAREWELL
It is with regret that Surf Life Saving New South Wales has recently had to say goodbye over the past few months to Bridget Judd, Education Officer; Tim Woolnough, Lifeguard Coordinator; Brett Moore, Communications and Media Officer; Lyn Stary, Training Representative and Patrick Rafter, Finance Manager. A number of members would have had direct contact with these exceptional people over the period of their employment and as one we wish them every success in the future opportunities they have accepted.
WA NATIONAL TITLES 2008 MARINE TRANSIT INSURANCE - GEAR & EQUIPMENT
Should any club require a quotation for WA National Titles 2008 Marine Transit Insurance - Gear & Equipment, please contact Jardine Lloyd Thompson Pty Ltd Level 3, Comalco Place Brisbane QLD 4000, http://www.jlta.com.au/, Telephone (07) 3246 7555, Fax (07) 3246 7590, http://www.surflifesaving.com.au/NR/rdonlyres/5CC3F522-9C87-46D1-8450-1A9BB300DB41/2292/provj@jlta.com.au. All they require is the total value of the equipment.
GERMANY BECKONS FOR RESCUE 2008 International Sports Tours are again involved with the Lifesaving Championships being held in Germany in July this year. IST experienced a very successful year at the Worlds in Viareggio, Italy in 2004 by taking in excess of 100 Officials and Supporters plus many Club teams. Managing Director, Brian Travers traveled to Berlin and Warnemunde last July to check on respective venues and accommodation at which IST are holding allotments. Their tour literature is now available so give them a call with any general queries or maybe, a copy of their Rescue 2008 brochure. Phone : 02) 9922 6166 Toll Free 1800 242 987 Email : http://www.surflifesaving.com.au/NR/rdonlyres/5CC3F522-9C87-46D1-8450-1A9BB300DB41/2292/info@sportstours.com.au
THE 2008 10TH ANNUAL BATTLE OF THE BOATS SURF BOAT CARNIVAL PACIFIC PALMS
The 10th annual Battle of the Boats surf boat carnival is on at Pacific Palms on 23 & 24 February. Last year 180 surf boat crews competed. Visit http://www.pacificpalmssurfclub.com/ for info and entries. Entries close February 2008. See you there.
NATIONAL EMERGENCY VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FUND 2008/09
As you may be aware the National Emergency Volunteer Support Fund 2008/09 funding round (EMA grants) has been announced and further details can be found at http://www.ema.gov.au/. In past years many branches & clubs have been successful in obtaining these grants and it is a great opportunity to gain funds for special projects to a maximum of $50,000. This year the application process has changed with all applications to be endorsed by the relevant State parent body that will then be responsible to lodge same with the Department by the required date. In addition the Department requires a Hard Copy of the application signed by the relevant required officer together with an Electronic Copy of the application. This will necessitate a change to the process of clubs & branches lodgment of applications, with all applications to be forwarded to the attention of Peter James at SLSNSW. Applications close 22 February 2008.
LOOKING FOR AN OLD LIFEGUARD/LIFESAVER HIGH CHAIR
A person is looking to purchase or make a donation to any club that may have an old lifeguard/lifesaver high chair used on the beaches several years ago. If you can help please contact Helga Nilsen at South Maroubra SLSC PH: 02 9314 0070 M: 0425 224 168 E:southmaroubraslsc@optusnet.com.au.
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