Level One Introductory Surf Coach Course
Circular 3062 - Level 2 Surf Coach Course - 21-22 June, 2008
Circular 3063 - Surf Sports Conference - Expression of Interest 
Circular 3055 v2 - Amendment to gear list - see news item below 
All Surf Life Saving Australia Circulars

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SLSNSW 2006-07 DROWNING REPORT PUBLISHED
At the end of each season, SLSNSW gathers extensive information on drowning incidents along the coast and produces the Coastal Drowning Report. Figures for the 2006-07 season have been analysed and two key points emerged - that over 60% of the 36 people who drowned in the period were not born in Australia and that nearly 90% of the fatalities were men.
No drownings occurred between the flags during patrol hours and this highlights the high level of effectiveness of the preventative measures and safety strategies used by surf lifesaving's dedicated volunteers. The full report is available here.

SLSA SURFGUARD UPGRADE - PAYMENTS TO CLUBS MADE EASIER
SLSA is trialing a universal payment gateway that clubs and other entities in the organisation can use to collect payments by credit card and EFT deposit into club accounts.  To help with this development, SLSA needs a list of Clubs, Support Operations, Branches and State Bank Account Details. Please find the SurfGuard Advisory here. Collecting these details will allow for direct DEPOSITS only into the accounts. If you are having any difficulty with the above, please contact your SurfGuard Support person OR the SurfGuard Helpdesk on surfguardhelp@slsa.asn.au or 1300 724 006. More information will be provided to Clubs on the payment gateway when the development has commenced.

AMENDMENT TO SPORT AND RECREATION LIFESAVING $FOR$ GRANT
There is a small amendment to the gear list for the NSW Sport and Recreation Lifesaving Grant 2007/08. After the release of this grant it was bought to our attention that a few of the prices were incorrectly listed. These have been amended and are now on the list.
The main gear affected are as follows:
1. Yamaha Waverunner VX110
2. Yamaha 25hp OBM
3. Zodiac IRB Soft Hull 3584
If your club has already applied for equipment all you need to do is check whether or not the gear you have applied for is affected. If not, do nothing further, if the gear is affected, and you wish to change your application, please contact your Branch immediately.
We apologise for the inconvenience but hope the affect of this is limited. See the amended circular here.

DIRECTORS & OFFICERS INSURANCE & EMPLOYEE PRACTICES INSURANCE - ATTENTION ALL CLUBS!!!!!!
Period of Insurance: 15th July 2008 to 15th July 2009
Policy No: FI00I634ZB4
Again this year as part of the renewal process each club must complete the attached declaration form. Please contact John Provan should you have any queries. provj@jlta.com.au (07) 3246 7555

SURF PATROL - AVOCA IN THESPOLIGHT NEXT WEEK
Don't forget to tune into Surf Patrol on Channel 7, Mondays at 8pm. Next week's episode visits the Central Coast with the tale of reckless teenagers landing themselves in serious trouble. The Channel 7 preview says: " Teenage thrill seekers tempt fate by jumping off the rocks at Avoca Beach, north of Sydney. Despite lifesavers’ best efforts to warn of the dangers, it all goes horribly wrong for one boy".

2008 WORLD MASTERS GAMES COMING TO SYDNEY
The 2009 World Masters Games are heading to Sydney and are shaping up to be the biggest
and best Masters World Games ever. Held from 10-18 October 2009, the Games will see
competitors from over 100 countries take part in 28 sports. The Games will make use of
many of the same world-class venues that hosted the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, ensuring
competitors have a 'once in a lifetime' opportunity to experience an event of Olympic size,
scale and excitement. Games registrations open 2 June 2008. To book your place
and ensure you don't miss out on our value for many early bird offer, sign
up to our Masters Mail e-newsletter today by visiting http://www.2009worldmasters.com/.

NSW DEPARTMENT OF SPORT & RECREATION LIFESAVING GRANT 2007 - 2008 - APLLICATIONS CLOSE FRI 6TH JUNE 2008
SLSNSW in conjunction with the NSW Department of Sport and Recreation are pleased to announce the 2007-2008 release of the annual Lifesaving Grant, previously known as the $4$ Grant. Applications are now open and Surf Life Saving Clubs, Branches and Support Operations are invited to submit applications for lifesaving gear and equipment to their Branch. For the circular and gear list,  click here and application forms, please click here.

SURF CLUB FACILITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 2008/2009 - CLOSES FRI 18 JULY 2008
The Department of Sport and Recreation’s continued support of SLSNSW under its Safety and Rescue Services Program provides invaluable financial and material assistance to our organisation. In addition, their $2 Million of support per annum available to NSW surf life saving clubs through the Surf Club Facility Development Program enables essential and major capital works to take place. Applications are now open, please click on the link to download your application form.

SLSA LEADERS CONFERENCE
SLSNSW encourages nominations for the 2008 SLSA Leaders Conference. The target audience for this National conference, are Club Presidents and leaders in the 30+ age category, including those leaders who have re-entering the organisation after an extended period of absence or those leaders without a surf life saving background. Outcomes of the Leaders Conference include: refresh and extend their leadership capabilities; and awareness raised of the issues, responsibilities and accountabilities in leadership within SLSA. For more information please see SLSNSW Circular 3059.

FREE CHILD PROTECTION SEMINARS
NSW Sport and Recreation are offering a series of free two hour Child Protection Seminars across NSW.  For dates and details click here.

SLSA CALD ENGAGEMENT FORUM
SLSA is holding a CALD Engagement Forum on the 13-15 June 2008. This National program is designed to develop good practice models for CALD engagement within Surf Life Saving and aims:
To provide an opportunity for members involved in CALD engagement to network and share their experiences.
To capture and develop good practice models for CALD engagement within Surf Life Saving.
To develop leaders and champions for CALD engagement within Surf Life Saving.
For more information and to get involved click here.

SUPPORT OFFICER - CENTRAL COAST LOCATION
Representing 129 Clubs in 11 regional branches, with nearly 60,000 members, Surf Life Saving NSW reaches into the community through the provision of beach patrol services, training and education, sports and junior development. We are currently seeking a committed and hard working Support Officer to service the needs of our members, clubs and branch in the Central Coast. Reporting to the General Manager, Operations, you will play a key role working closely with both internal and external stakeholders. Your primary responsibilities will be to:
• develop and maintain relationships with clubs, branch and members
• provide support to the branch on clearly identified strategic development projects
• support the implementation of best practice management through the introduction of the
organisation’s Club Development Program into the clubs
• assist in the promotion of the aims and objectives of SLSNSW to the broader community
The successful candidate will be highly motivated and have an understanding of Surf Life Saving.
You will also have:
• a strong work ethic and be able to show initiative
• the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• ability to work flexible hours
• positive communication skills and attention to detail
Click here for full position description.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY 6th June, 2008. To apply, write or email: The General Manager Surf Life Saving NSW Inc. PO Box 430
Narrabeen NSW 2101 employment@surflifesaving.com.au

Positions Vacant Section on SLSNSW Website

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