SLSNSW Circular 3052 - NSW Country team athlete nominations
 SLSNSW Circular 3053 - 2008 NSW Pool Championships
 SLSNSW Circular 3054 - 2008 Sir Adrian Curlewis Scholarship
 SLSNSW Circular 3055 - NSW Department of Sport and Recreation  
 Lifesaving Grant 2007/08 and Application Form
 All Surf Life Saving NSW Circulars & Memos
All Surf Life Saving Australia Circulars

SURFS SPORTS ACTION
IRB racing kicked off for the 2008 season at Manly Beach on the weekend. Clear blue skies and zero swell conditions provided quick and safe racing. 260 competitors representing 19 clubs participated in both rounds, making it the biggest IRB event since its re-introduction in 2004. Round 1 saw Kiama Downs take out the overall pointscore followed by South Maroubra and Caves Beach. Competitors backed up on Sunday for Round 2 with Kiama Downs taking out the pointscore again, closely followed by Thirroul and then South Maroubra. All four clubs were within 2 points of each other which will ensure hotly contested races in the rounds to come. The next IRB racing action will be held at Terrigal on the 24 & 25 May.

IRB NEWS
This is an open letter between Surf Life Saving NSW and Caves Beach SLSC regarding actions and interpretations from the 2007 IRB Premiership Series.The aim is to work towards better outcomes for all IRB competitors in the future.

RESCUE 2008 - AUSTRALIAN TEAM
Congratulations to Chris Allum (Cronulla), Downie Langthorne (Bulli), Cara Langendam (Bulli), and Naomi Flood (Manly) who have gained selection to represent Australia at upcoming Rescue 2008 from the 19 – 21 July in Warnemuende, Germany.  Congratulations also to Tom Fraser-Homes (Manly), Elly Graf (Cronulla), Brittany Sharkey (Bulli) and Nathan Smith (Cronulla) who join this elite group gaining selection in the Australian High Performance Squad for 2008-2009. 

VOLUNTEERS CHANGE OUR WORLD
National Volunteer Week (NVW) is from the 12-18 May 2008, the theme this year is “Volunteers Change our World!”  Volunteering Australia is the national peak body for volunteering and as such has provided a range of resources and promotional items. All organisations that have volunteers are encouraged to embrace NVW, it is a great opportunity to celebrate volunteering and to thank all of our volunteers. To find out more information and ideas visit http://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/html/s02_article/default.asp?nav_cat_id=357&nav_top_id=55
Most importantly a big THANK YOU to all of our volunteers who continue to Change our World.

2008 SIR ADRIAN CURLEWIS SCHOLARSHIP
Surf Life Saving New South Wales invites nominations for the 2008 Sir Adrian Curlewis Scholarship - SLSNSW circular 3054 . This National program is designed to build leadership skills and knowledge, highlighting the potential in members who are pursuing leadership roles in surf life saving at club, branch or state level. Applications are due at SLSNSW, Monday 16 June, 2008. For more information contact Kim Rando on 9984 7188 or follow the links to SLSA Circular and Nomination form.

YAMBA SLSC 100TH ANNIVERSARY SEPT/OCT 2008
A Boat and Craft Carnival will be held on the 27th and 28th September 2008 with other Centenary activities through the following week. The Centenary Dinner will be held on Saturday 4th October 2008. Details can also be found on the Club Website http://www.yambaslsc.com.au

CLUBS FOR THE CLUBBIES - SURF LIFE SAVING CORPORATE GOLF DAY
CLUBS FOR THE CLUBBIES is Surf Life Saving NSW Inaugural Corporate Golf Day. Please click on the link for more information on teams and the course. Clubs for the Clubbies is on 15 May 2008.

SURF CLUB FACILITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 2008/2009 IS NOW OPEN
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.

DRAGON BOAT ASSOCIATION
PIDBF would like to announce the extension of provisional entry for the 6th IDBF Club Crew World Championships 2008 and the 8th ADBF Asian Dragon Boat Championships 2008. Click here for the Invitation. Click here for the Information Bulletin

NSW SPORT AND RECREATION SPORT MANAGER COURSES
NSW Sport and Recreation are currently piloting 2 new programs Orientation to Managing Sport Teams in April 2008 and Managing Clubs and Senior Teams in May 2008. Please find attached flyer which includes, dates, venue and times.
Orientation to Managing Sport Teams
Managing Clubs and Senior Teams

COASTAL RISK AND PLANNING OFFICER
We are currently seeking a motivated Coastal Risk and Planning Officer with strong communication skills to join our Lifesaving Services Team.  Reporting to the Manager, Lifesaving Services you will play a key role within the team and your primary responsibilities will be to:

Coordinate and undertake Coastal Risk Assessments throughout NSW
Coordinate research and development activities in regards to coastal risk
Develop and maintain education and information programs on Coastal Risk Management
Develop and implement Emergency Risk Management Plans
The successful candidate will be highly motivated, hard working and have an understanding of Surf Lifesaving and not for profit organisations.  You will also have a strong knowledge of Risk Assessment practices and the ability to work with a range of stakeholders.
For a complete job description on this full time position please visit our website http://www.surflifesaving.com.au/. Applications close May 9th, 2008. To apply please write or email: The General Manager, Surf Life Saving NSW PO Box 430 Narrabeen, NSW 2101. employment@surflifesaving.com.au

MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
We are currently seeking a high performing Media and Communications Officer to join our Marketing team.  Reporting to the General Manager you will play a key role within the team and be responsible for:

Preparing media releases and articles for internal and external audiences
Working closely with the Marketing team to develop proactive initiatives to build awareness of our programs and accomplishments
Liaison with external media representatives
Liaison with internal departments
Editing, reviewing and publishing the organisation’s publications and website
The successful candidate will be highly motivated, hard working and have an understanding of not for profit organisations.  You will also have proven experience in a similar role with an understanding of Surf Lifesaving being an advantage. For a complete job description on this full time position please visit our website http://www.surflifesaving.com.au/.  Applications close May 9th, 2008. To apply please write or email:
The General Manager, Surf Life Saving NSW PO Box 430 Narrabeen, NSW 2101 employment@surflifesaving.com.au

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ADMINISTRATION COORDINATOR - BONDI BEACH
This position is primarily responsible for providing efficient administrative support to SURF LIFE SAVING AUSTRALIA Information Technology operations and to provide Helpdesk services to users from Clubs, Branches and States in National IT applications including SurfGuard
Position Description Applications Close: 23 May 2008      Contact Details: SLSA Reception   jobs@slsa.asn.au

Positions Vacant Section on SLSNSW Website
 

PETALS ON THE WATER
A memorial service for breast cancer, “Petals on the Water” will be held in Farm Cove near the Opera House on Sunday 11 May 2008 in conjunction with the Mothers Day Classic Walk. The Lady Hopetoun of the Sydney Vintage Fleet will carry 25 dragon boat breast cancer survivors from the Pittwater Pinks Dragon Boat Club and be accompanied by 25 surf boats from across Sydney Northern Beaches and Sydney. Boats and crews are asked to be at Lynne Park, Rose Bay by 8am to allow adequate time for boats to be launched and time to row to Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair ready for the start of the service at 10.35am. If you require any further information please contact George Cooper on 0410 497 045.

NRMA HELPING PEOPLE AWARDS
NRMA Helping People Awards are a great opportunity to recognise the contributions of our members. Categories include Community Volunteer Award (25-59 years), Seniors Volunteer Award (60+ years), Environmental Volunteer Award (25-59 years), Young Volunteer Award (17-24 years). Winners will receive a holiday for two and a $5,000 donation to the charity they volunteer for.  Nominations close on Friday 30 May 2008.  For more information visit www.mynrma.com.au/helpingpeople or call 02 8222 2112.

 
NEW YEAR WARNING
Lifesavers urge revellers to take it easy this New Year. Click here for media release....