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2026 Sharkskin NSW IRB Premiership Series
Surf Life Saving NSW is excited to confirm the dates and venues for the 2026 Sharkskin NSW IRB Premiership Series. The 2026 Series will see four rounds, culminating with the
2026 NSW Pool Lifesaving Championships
The 2026 NSW Pool Lifesaving Championships will be jointly hosted by Royal Life Saving NSW and Surf Life Saving NSW.
2026 Sharkskin NSW IRB Championships
The 2026 Sharkskin NSW IRB Championships will take place across four epic days of racing at Fingal Beach SLSC.
Beach & Coastal Safety Resource Hub
Introducing the new Beach & Coastal Safety Resource Hub! Your place for everything beach and coastal safety related.
The Hub, has been designed with our diverse communities in mind and the needs of each of these individual and unique communities. The hub provides a fun, engaging and interactive space to learn about beach and coastal safety.
Our partners
SLSNSW thanks all its partners for their ongoing and generous support. It is the contribution of all partners that allows us to achieve our mission.
#SURFBOATS // An oar-some opportunity for our Surf Boat enthusiasts - be a part of a huge ANZAC Day eve ceremony in Sydney for a “Raising of the Oars” Boats Commemoration!
Boats will launch and return to Rushcutters Bay for this event, set to be broadcast live on Channel Seven on 24 April. It’s a really unique chance to pay tribute to the service, courage, and sacrifice of all Australians who have served in conflicts, wars and peacekeeping missions since 1914.
Eager crews are encouraged to email media@surflifesaving.com.au for more information or to show your interest in taking part.
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#EASTER // Happy Easter from SLSNSW 🐇
Thank you to all our volunteer lifesavers who are taking the time throughout the long weekend to keep beachgoers safe, and to all the Australian Lifeguard Service lifeguards who will patrol throughout the upcoming school holidays.
We hope your Easter is egg-stra special!
#happyeaster #nswbeaches #lifesaving #volunteers
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#IRBSERIES26 // One month to go 👀🔥
The Sharkskin NSW IRB Premiership Series is almost back, with four rounds locked in before it all wraps up at State Championships at Fingal Beach SLSC in July.
Premiership Round 1�
📍 Warilla-Barrack Point SLSC
�📅 1 – 3 May
Premiership Round 2�
📍 Terrigal SLSC
�📅 16 – 17 May
Premiership Round 3�
📍 Broulee Surfers SLSC�
📅 6 – 7 June
Premiership Round 4�
📍 Swansea Belmont SLSC
📅 20-21 June
After a huge 2025 season, all eyes are on the top spot. Can @cavesirbracing hold on?
#irbpremiershipseries #mysurflife #slsnsw #irb #inflatablerescueboat
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#AUSSIES26 // The Australian Championships is over for another year and we couldn’t be more proud of our NSW athletes who battled the sand and surf at North Kirra.
Some big wins on finals day on Sunday for some of our up and comers as well as those who have been around the cans many times before.
A special shout out also must go to @newportkinghornacademy Jemma Smith and @wandasurfclubb Dane Sutton who were named the carnival’s Champion Competitors, helping lead their clubs to fourth and second place, respectively, on the overall point score.
Thanks as always to @abrahamsonshane for the incredible pics.
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#AUSSIES26 // More from NSW on the big stage!
We’re just a finals package away from the end of the Surf Sports season, but there’s plenty more to come from some of the state’s finest on the Gold Coast.
North Kirra has turned it on the past few days, check out some of the best snaps from @abrahamsonshane!
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#HAZARDOUSSURF // NSW beaches are set to be extremely hazardous from today, with large swell, damaging winds and waves over 5m expected along the coast. Conditions from the Hunter to the South Coast are unsafe for swimming, rock fishing and boating, with risks of coastal erosion and powerful rip currents.
Even once the swell eases, dangerous conditions will continue into the weekend. If beaches are closed, stay out of the water and do not put yourself or our lifesavers at risk.
Stay safe and stay informed.
For patrolled beach locations and more safety info, visit beachsafe.org.au
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#AUSSIES26 // Two days into the Open Championships at Aussies and we continue to be blown away by how good our NSW athletes have been on the big stage!
Come behind the lens of the legendary @abrahamsonshane as he takes us onto the beach at Kirra after a bumper day on the Gold Coast.
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#COMMUNITYEDUCATION // Over the weekend, SLSNSW attended the Annual Islamic Eid Al-Fitr Show in Bankstown, a celebration that brought together families, culture and community.
A big thank you to the volunteer lifesavers from @deewhyslsc who gave their time to be part of the event. It was great to see such genuine engagement and connection throughout the day. Building relationships with communities across South West Sydney helps support ongoing water safety awareness and education. These moments all play a part in creating safer beaches, waterways and communities.
@eidshow #slsnsw #surflifesavingnsw #community #coastalsafety
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#INTERSTATE // NSW continues to shine on the Gold Coast, this time in the Interstate Pathways competition - winners again thanks to a fantastic crop of U14 and U15 talent!
The competition came hot off the back of the Australian Youth Championships at North Kirra, with some of our shining stars putting on more brilliant results to carry NSW to the title once more ahead of Queensland in second and Victoria in third.
Well done to the athletes, coaches and team management - a fantastic result.
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#MYSURFLIFE // A solid weekend in the surf and on the sand, with steady crowds and plenty of action across the NSW coastline.
🏊 42 Rescues�
⛑️ 46 First Aids
�✋ 4,227 Preventative Actions�
👣 110,616 Beach Attendance
Beach day coming up? Check conditions before you go at beachsafe.org.au
#weekendstats #mysurflife #volunteers #lifesavers #slsnsw
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#AUSSIES26 // The kids are alright!
The Australian Youth Championships has wrapped for another year with a huge day of teams events, and NSW was right amongst all the big results across the day!
Some of the best included @yambaslsc and @cudgensurfsports winning the U13 Male Swim Team and U15 Female Cameron, respectively, while Mostyn Brown of Yamba won gold in the U14 Male Flags.
Samuel Wetti and Billy McCarthy from @avocabeachslsc were too strong in the U15 Male Board Rescue, before teaming with Ashton Bone and Levi Sinclaire to take out the U15 Male Cameron at the close of the day.
@terrigalslsc and @wandasurfclubb both had winners in the Flags, through Taylor Cameron and Archer Wilson in the U14 Females and U13 Males, while @manlylsc Summer Easton, Millie Gaudry, Nevaeh Cleary and Flori Pennie won the U13 Female Cameron.
We’re proud of all our NSW athletes for their performances over the past few days on the Gold Coast!
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#AUSSIES26 // Day One of the Youth Championships done and dusted, with some HUGE results for our NSW athletes.
Highlights included @swanseabelmont Liam Blair jagging an impressive U13 Male Swim and Iron double - with two great claims to boot - while @cudgensurfsports Ivy Mison backed up her state championships gold medal with the same colour in the Australian U15 Female Swim.
Mia Hoo from @northbondislsc beat out four competitors from Maroochydore surf club to win the U14 Female Iron, while @rscsurfsports and @wandasurfclubb won big after two dramatic sprints up the beach ended positively for the clubs - first Tex Ayre in the U13 Male Board, then Dashiell Lonergan in the U14 Male Iron.
Athletes from @coogeeslsc @manlylsc and @avocabeachslsc were everywhere throughout the day, picking up a few medals along the way - including an incredible first and second for Billy McCarthy and Ashton Bone of Avoca in the final event of the day, the U15 Male Iron.
Day Two and the team events in the water to come tomorrow - let’s go NSW!!
📸 John Veage
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#AUSSIES26 // Good luck to our NSW athletes heading up to Aussies this weekend! The state is behind you💪⚡️⚡️
#slsnsw #surflifesavingnsw #surfsports
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#LIFESAVING // A huge weekend at Mona Vale on 14–15 March, where our Advanced IRB Program gave members a great chance to upskill, collaborate, and sharpen their power craft operations. With loads of hands‑on activities and plenty of fun, it was an awesome couple of days on the water.
More to come with programs scheduled for April and May at Garie, Cape Hawke, and Moruya.
#slsnsw #surflifesavingnsw #irb
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#PARTNERSHIPS // Step One’s support of Surf Life Saving is back! This time head to the link below and 10% of ANY product purchased will be donated back to Surf Life Saving.
The SLSA x Step One products are still there and Step One will still donate $5 per pair of SLSA underwear sold directly to your nominated club.
Follow the 🔗 in bio.
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#MYSURFLIFE // A huge weekend on the NSW coastline as clubs wrapped up Nippers of the 25/26 season!
🏊 57 Rescues
⛑️ 62 First Aids
✋ 3,154 Preventative Actions
👣 162,645 Beach Attendance
Heading to the beach soon? Check conditions and choose a patrolled location at beachsafe.org.au
#weekendstats #mysurflife #volunteers #lifesavers #slsnsw #nippers
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#HARMONYWEEK // 🧡 Harmony Week is here, marking a national celebration of Australia’s cultural diversity and the strength that comes from fostering a genuine sense of belonging.
The week encourages us to reflect on the values that help communities thrive:
✨ Respect for the cultures, languages and traditions that shape our society
✨ Inclusion so every person feels welcome, safe and valued
✨ Belonging by creating environments where differences are embraced
These principles are central to Surf Life Saving NSW. Our volunteers, members and beachgoers represent a wide range of backgrounds, and this diversity enriches our clubs, strengthens our patrols and enhances the support we provide along the NSW coastline.
Throughout Harmony Week, we acknowledge and celebrate the many cultures that form our Surf Life Saving family, and we continue our commitment to ensuring everyone feels included, supported and proud to wear the red and yellow. 🧡
When everyone belongs, our communities flourish.
#slsnsw #surflifesavingnsw #inclusion #culturaldiversity #community
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#PARTNERSHIPS // Surf Life Saving NSW is proud to announce a new partnership with Reconciliation NSW as we begin our journey toward a Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
Reconciliation NSW is the peak body for reconciliation in our state, bringing together First Nations and non‑Indigenous people to build a fair, respectful and culturally strong NSW.
Through this partnership, SLSNSW will connect with resources, networks and community voices that strengthen reconciliation. It will support us to continue to build cultural awareness across the organisation, empower our members, volunteers and staff with tools for inclusive practice, and engage in shared learning that deepens respect and connection across our communities. This work will guide meaningful and sustainable change at every level of SLSNSW.
Our Reflect RAP marks the first step in strengthening our commitment to learning, listening and creating safer, more inclusive spaces for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
We are grateful to be progressing this work alongside Reconciliation NSW.
#slsnsw #reconciliationnsw #reconciliation #walkingtogether
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#AUSSIES26 // One week until our NSW athletes hit the sand at North Kirra SLSC and battle it out for national gold 🏆🏆
Follow the 🔗 in bio for final event info.
#slsnsw #surflifesavingnsw #surflifesaving #surfsports
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#STATECHAMPS27 // The 2027 NSW Surf Life Saving Championships, proudly presented by Your local club, dates are officially locked in. Swansea Belmont SLSC will again host the Championships, with lifesaving events held at Caves Beach SLSC.
Event Dates
Lifesaving Champs: 26–28 February and 6–7 March
Surf Boat Champs: 26–28 February
Age Champs: 4–7 March
Adaptive Champs: 7 March
Masters Champs: 10–11 March
Open Champs: 12–14 March
Follow the 🔗 in bio to stay up to date with all event info.
@yourlocalclub @ingeniaholidays @ourlakemac @visitlakemac #slsnsw #surflifesavingnsw #surfsports
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#JLOTY26 // Our Branch Junior Lifesavers of the Year have arrived in Collaroy on Sydney’s Northern Beaches for a three-day camp, where they’ll expand their skills and make new, lasting connections with likeminded members!
Tune in here on Friday morning at approximately 11.30am to see who will be named the NSW Junior Lifesavers of the Year for 2026!
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#SURFBOATS // An oar-some opportunity for our Surf Boat enthusiasts - be a part of a huge ANZAC Day eve ceremony in Sydney for a “Raising of the Oars” Boats Commemoration!
Boats will launch and return to Rushcutters Bay for this event, set to be broadcast live on Channel Seven on 24 April. It's a really unique chance to pay tribute to the service, courage, and sacrifice of all Australians who have served in conflicts, wars and peacekeeping missions since 1914.
Eager crews are encouraged to email media@surflifesaving.com.au for more information or to show your interest in taking part.
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#easter // Happy Easter from SLSNSW 🐇
Thank you to all our volunteer lifesavers who are taking the time throughout the long weekend to keep beachgoers safe, and to all the Australian Lifeguard Service lifeguards who will patrol throughout the upcoming school holidays.
We hope your Easter is egg-stra special!
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#irbseries26 // One month to go 👀🔥
The Sharkskin NSW IRB Premiership Series is almost back, with four rounds locked in before it all wraps up at State Championships at Fingal Beach SLSC in July.
Premiership Round 1�
📍 Warilla-Barrack Point SLSC
�📅 1 – 3 May
Premiership Round 2�
📍 Terrigal SLSC
�📅 16 – 17 May
Premiership Round 3�
📍 Broulee Surfers SLSC�
📅 6 – 7 June
Premiership Round 4�
📍 Swansea Belmont SLSC
📅 20-21 June
After a huge 2025 season, all eyes are on the top spot. Can Caves Beach Surf Lifesaving Club hold on?
#irbpremiershipseries #mysurflife #slsnsw #IRB #inflatablerescueboat
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#AUSSIES26 // The Australian Championships is over for another year and we couldn’t be more proud of our NSW athletes who battled the sand and surf at North Kirra.
Some big wins on finals day on Sunday for some of our up and comers as well as those who have been around the cans many times before.
A special shout out also must go to Newport Surf Life Saving Club’s Jemma Smith and Wanda Surf Life Saving Club’s Dane Sutton who were named the carnival’s Champion Competitors, helping lead their clubs to fourth and second place, respectively, on the overall point score.
Thanks as always to Shane Abrahamson for the incredible pics.
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#AUSSIES26 // More from NSW on the big stage!
We’re just a finals package away from the end of the Surf Sports season, but there’s plenty more to come from some of the state’s finest on the Gold Coast.
North Kirra has turned it on the past few days, check out some of the best snaps from Shane Abrahamson!
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Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the traditional custodians across all the lands on which we live, work and patrol, and we pay our respects to Elders past and present.



