#drones // 25,000+ flights. 600+ shark sightings. One month.
In the first month of the enhanced NSW Shark Management Program, Surf Life Saving NSW drones completed more than 25,000 flights, monitored 165,000km+ of coastline, and recorded 600+ shark sightings, leading to 200 countermeasures - being beach closures and alerting people in the water.
With more than 800 flights every day, drone surveillance is helping spot sharks earlier and provide immediate alerts to beachgoers right along the NSW coast.
Download the SharkSmart app to receive real-time shark notifications.
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#DRONES // "Thankfully, the drone let us know, and we all got home safely"
This message was shared with us by a surfer at North Narrabeen after one of our drone pilots alerted them to a shark close to shore last week.
"We were sitting out there chatting away. The drone came in and set off a siren. We went in and watched the footage and it was pretty scary to see. Thankfully, the drone let us know, and we all got home safely. Well done to the lady operating the drone🙏👌"
It's a reminder of the important role drone surveillance plays along the NSW coastline, helping beachgoers stay informed when it matters most.
A huge thank you to our dedicated drone pilots and operators for the incredible work they do 👏
For the latest shark sightings, alerts and more, download the SharkSmart app.
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#RESCA26 // Volunteers Honoured at Rotary Awards 👏
Brunswick SLSC Patrol Captain, Simon Ceglinski has been recognised for more than two decades of passionate and dedicated service to the movement by the Rotary Districts of NSW, taking out the Surf Life Saving NSW category at the annual Rotary Emergency Service Community Awards (RESCA).
Congratulations also to Wollongong City's Kane Doull, who was awarded the Dorothy Hennessy OAM Youth Scholarship.
Read more about the achievements and lifesavers recognised here: ow.ly/FkNH50Zu4Pj
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#WORLDTITLE // Charlie Verco has done it again 🌺🏆
The 25 year old Ironman from North Bondi and Newport surf clubs has claimed his fourth consecutive Molokaʻi to Oʻahu Paddleboard World Championship, crossing the infamous “Channel of Bones” in a record-breaking 4:17:53.
Battling tough headwinds and some of the world's most challenging ocean conditions, Charlie broke the long-standing course record by almost three minutes and became just the third athlete in the event’s 28-year history to achieve four straight world titles.
An extraordinary achievement from one of SLSNSW's most inspirational individuals. Congratulations Charlie! 👏🇦🇺
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#stateconference26 // Wrapping up two great days at the
SLSNSW 2026 State Conference in style 🔴🟡
Thank you to everyone who contributed to another successful conference.
Ingenia Holiday Parks Marsh
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#stateconference26 // A look back at day one of SLSNSW State Conference 2026 ✨
A great start to the conference, with members from across NSW coming together to share ideas, strengthen connections and help shape the future of SLSNSW.
Looking forward to more great conversations and insights today 📝
Ingenia Holiday Parks Marsh
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