Surf Life Saving NSW

2024 NSW Interbranch Championships
2024-11-30 - 2024-12-01 | Cape Hawke Surf Life Saving Club, Palmgrove Pl, Forster, NSW, 2428, Australia
The 2024 NSW Interbranch Championships are heading to Cape Hawke.

Coogee Island Challenge Ocean Swim
2024-11-24 07:30 - 17:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Coogee Beach, Coogee, NSW, 2034, Australia
The Coogee Island Challenge (spring edition) is the first ‘cut of the cake’ for swimmers looking to take on this epic island journey swim, with its autumn equivalent having been held in April.
This swim offers the perfect opportunity to circumnavigate Wedding Cake Island, a renowned rock reef just offshore from Coogee Beach in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, providing a stylish and challenging end to the ocean swimming season.
The event features three ocean swim distances: an 800m Junior Dash for our youngest competitors, a 1km course within the relative safety of the bay, and the 2.4km main event for those aged 13 years and over. Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or new to ocean swimming, this event promises an unforgettable experience.
This November, and to coincide with National Skin Cancer Action Week, we’re proud to partner with Skin Check Champions and the Melanoma Institute Australia to provide free skin checks and promote sun safety throughout the event. Swimmers are at a sixty times greater risk of being diagnosed with melanoma compared to the average Aussie, making it essential for all of us to take sun safety seriously.
Event page
https://coogeeoceanevents.com.au/event/coogee-island-challenge/
Email
oceanevents@coogeeslsc.com.au
Website
https://coogeeoceanevents.com.au/

Aquaculture 2km Ocean Swim & True Protein 3 Points Challenge
2024-11-17 07:30 - 17:00 | North Curl Curl SLSC, Huston Parade, North Curl Curl, NSW, 2099, Australia
North Curl Curl Beach is the host of this unique event featuring a 2km ocean swim and the challenging run-swim-run ‘3 Points Challenge.’
Whether you’re a seasoned ocean swimmer or looking for a new challenge, this event offers something for everyone. For an extra $10, you can warm up for the True Protein 3 Points Challenge with the 2km Ocean Swim.
The Aquaculture 2km Ocean Swim takes place in front of the surf club at the northern end of the beach.
The True Protein 3 Points Challenge leads you south from the surf club, with three swims—starting at North Curl Curl, then South Curl Curl, and finally Freshwater—followed by a 2.5km run to the finish.
Spend the day soaking up the summer sun on Sydney’s beautiful northern beaches at North Curl Curl.
Event registration page
https://raceroster.com/events/2024/94914/north-curl-curl-3-points-challenge
Email
assistant@nccslsc.com.au
Website
https://nccslsc.com.au/north-curl-curl-2km-ocean-swim-3-points-challenge/

2024 Kracka Challenge
2024-11-17 | Swansea Belmont Surf Life Saving Club, 118 Ungala Rd, Blacksmiths, NSW, 2281, Australia
Early bird entries are now open for the annual Kracka Challenge – Sunday 17 November 2024. Enter now to secure your Free Kracka T-shirt!

Entries: https://raceroster.com/events/2024/93012/swansea-belmont-kracka-challenge-2024

Swansea Belmont SLSC is celebrating its 34th year hosting the Kracka Challenge with sponsor Kracka Surf Craft.

This year is the biggest Kracka prizes giveaway with 3 brand new Kracka Boards to be won PLUS Kracka Board Vouchers for overall 1st place in each age group:

U9s / U10s $100 Kracka Board Voucher
U11s / U12s / U13s $200 Kracka Board Voucher
U15s / U17s $500 Kracka Board Voucher

There will also be a major prize table giveaway, goodie bags for all competitors and prizes for top 3 places in each age group. Swansea Belmont SLSC and Kracka Surf Craft are looking forward to another super fun carnival that we know the kids (and parents) love!

2024 Sydney Water Series
2024-11-16 | Wollongong City SLSC, 1 Marine Drive, Wollongong, NSW, 2500
The Sydney Water Series is back for another year!
Dates and Locations
Round 1: Saturday 19 October – Bulli SLSC
Round 2: Saturday 2 November – Warilla Barrack Point SLSC
Round 3: Sunday 3 November – Warilla Barrack Point SLSC
Round 4: Saturday 16 November – Wollongong City SLSC

Ingenia Holiday Parks Beach to Bush 2024
2024-11-04 - 2024-11-22 | Various
The Ingenia Holiday Parks Beach to Bush is back for another year. More info to come soon.

RunSwim Coogee Aquathon
2024-11-02 07:30 - 17:00 | Coogee Beach, Coogee, NSW, 2034, Australia
RunSwim Coogee Aquathlon is a multisport event hosted by Coogee Surf Life Saving Club together with our partners Randwick City Council and major sponsors.
This event combines multiple runs and swims along the iconic Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk, offering a true test of endurance with challenging transitions at Clovelly Bay, Gordons Bay, and Coogee Bay. It’s a course designed to push even the fittest competitors to their limits.
As an important community, fundraising, and charity-driven event, the RunSwim Coogee Aquathlon plays a crucial role in supporting our lifesaving efforts. With limited registrations available, this event is expected to sell out fast. All proceeds go directly towards maintaining essential lifesaving equipment and services, ensuring the safety of our community on the beach.
Event page
https://coogeeoceanevents.com.au/event/runswim-coogee-aquathlon/
Email
oceanevents@coogeeslsc.com.au
Website
https://coogeeoceanevents.com.au/

2024 Dean Mercer Dash
2024-10-27 | Thirroul SLSC, The Esplanade, Thirroul, NSW, 2515, Australia
The Dean Mercer Dash is back for another year at the beautiful Thirroul SLSC.

Wanda SLSC's Tradie One Club Carnival 2024
2024-10-26 | Wanda Surf Life Saving Club, 2 Marine Esplanade, Cronulla, NSW, 2230, Australia
Wanda SLSC is again hosting its Annual Tradies One Club Carnival on Saturday, 26 October 2024.
See entry circular and carnival information below.

2024 Professionals Weekend of Surf
2024-10-05 - 2024-10-06 | Forster SLSC, Beach Street, Forster, NSW, 2428, Australia
Forster SLSC’s Professionals Weekend of surf is back for another year.
Event details in the flyer below.

Toowoon Bay SLSC 70th Anniversary
2024-09-21 | Toowoon Bay SLSC, 160 Bay Rd, Toowoon Bay, NSW, 2261, Australia
Toowoon Bay Surf Life Saving Club is gearing up to celebrate its 70th anniversary this season.
To celebrate, the club is hosting two amazing events; a cocktail party, and a beach party. Find more info on each below.
1. A Cocktail Party – 6:30pm Friday 13th September in the Toowoon Bay SLSC Club House
To kick off the celebrations there will be a cocktail party. Tickets are limited and at $100 includes food, drink and entertainment in this iconic venue overlooking beautiful Toowoon Bay Beach. Entertainment will be provided by Nouveau Vintage. To purchase tickets, either scan the QR code on the invitation, use this link – 70th Anniversary Cocktail Party or tickets will be available via the Office at office.toowoonbayslsc@gmail.com or (02) 4332 2411 or 0406 116 603.
2. A Party on the Beach – 10am-4pm Saturday 21st September
With the generous support of Central Coast Council the club is hosting a fabulous day of lifesaving demonstrations and free entertainment by the Shott Boys at Toowoon Bay beach. The Village Kiosk will have an assortment of food options on offer – bring your picnic rug for a great afternoon on the beach!
If you would like any further information on these events please contact Club Manager Jacqui Donadel on 0406 116 603 or office.toowoonbayslsc@gmail.com or immediate past president and 70th celebration convenor Phil Raymont on 0447 003 397.

Rainbow Gold Enduro
2024-09-21 | Wauchope Bonny Hills Surf Life Saving Club, Rainbow Beach, Bonny Hills, NSW, 2445
The Wauchope Bonny Hills Rainbow Gold Enduro is back for another year!
Date: Saturday 21 September 2024
Entries: Entries close Monday 16 September.
More information in the event flyer below.

2024 NSW Awards of Excellence
2024-08-24 18:00 - 23:00 | Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, 61-101 Phillip Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
The Surf Life Saving NSW Awards of Excellence celebrates the incredible people in our organisation and the impact they have on their clubs, fellow members, and in their local communities. With 21 awards on offer at this year’s celebrations, finalists from across the state will be recognised for their commitment, passion, and hard work.

Thanks to our Premium Sponsor D1 Store for their support of the 2024 Awards of Excellence.

EVENT DETAILS
Venue: Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, 61-101 Phillip Street Sydney
Date: Saturday 24th August 2024
Time: Doors open at 6:00pm with proceedings starting at 6:30pm sharp
Dress code: Cocktail

TICKETING
Members are able purchase tickets via Try Booking using a credit card or PayPal account.
Each ticket includes a three-course meal and drinks package including beer, wine and soft drink.
Purchase Your Ticket

ACCOMMODATION
The following hotels are located close to the venue. For budget friendly accommodation that is also central to bus and train services we recommend The Mercure Sydney Wynyard.

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Ph: 02 9228 9188
E:  h3665@sofitel.com
W: https://www.sofitelsydney.com.au/
Code offer: 10% off for attendees when booking via phone or email quoting the code 2408SURFLI.

The Tank Stream Hotel
Ph: (02) 8222 1200
W: https://www.stgileshotels.com/the-tank-stream

The Grand Hotel
Ph: (02) 9114 7318
E: thegrand@merivale.com
W: https://merivale.com/stay/thegrandhotel/

PARKING
Parking for Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is located off Bligh Street and is operated by Wilson Car Parking, with an entry height of 2.10m. Details on costs can be found here.
Other parking stations available nearby:

Secure Parking Aurora Place: 100 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW 2000.

Wilson Parking Chifley Tower: 2 Chifley Square, Sydney NSW 2000

2024 SLSNSW Board Riding Championships
2024-08-03 - 2024-08-04 | Merewether Surf Life Saving Club, Watkins St & John Parade, Merewether, NSW, 2291, Australia
The 2024 SLSNSW Board Riding Championships are returning to Merewether this year from 3-4 August.

2024 SLSNSW Lifesaving Conference
2024-07-27 09:30 - 2024-07-28 13:00 | Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport, 241 O'Riordan Street, Mascot, NSW, 2020
Registrations have now closed for the SLSNSW Lifesaving Conference and we are looking forward to seeing hundreds of members in July. If you are interested in joining the waitlist, please contact Claire Bevis.
Travel and Accommodation Subsidies
Driving
Members driving to the conference from MNC, LNC, HUN, CC, SNB, SYD, ILL, SC and FSC will be able to claim mileage subsidies (capped amounts dependent on location) by completing an expense claim form with the kilometres travelled. These subsidy amounts are based on average mileage distances, and are as follows:

MNC: $450 (fuel)
LNC: $420 (fuel)
HUN: $320 (fuel)
CC: $195 (fuel)
SNB: $80 (fuel)
SYD: $55 (fuel)
ILL: $120 (fuel)
SC: $240 (fuel)
FSC: $500 (fuel)

Parking will be available at the Stamford Plaza Hotel throughout the conference and will also be covered for the duration of your stay. Please bring your parking ticket to the registration desk for validation prior to your departure.
Flights
Flights for members travelling to and from the conference will be subsidised. Flights will need to be booked by the individual/club, and an expense claim form submitted (with proof of purchase / ticket receipt). Subsidy figures for each member are listed below and are based on average airline ticket prices. Please note that ticket prices traditionally rise as the departure date nears.

FNC: $350 (flights)
NC: $400 (flights)
MNC: $450 (flights)
LNC $450 (flights)
FSC: $550 (flights)

Airport Transfers
Members flying to the conference can arrive on Friday 26th July to ensure that they are ready for the conference start on Saturday morning. Members who choose to fly on Saturday 27th July will need to arrive prior to 8.30am as conference registration will take place between 8.30-9.30am.
The conference will end with lunch on Sunday 28th July, and we recommend that return flights depart any time after 2.00pm.
This venue is a 1km walk or a short Taxi/Uber ride from the airport, and reimbursements for transfers will be available. Please note there is no shuttle bus transfer.
Accommodation
Due to the recent availability of flights and ongoing flight delays and cancellations to and from Sydney, the SLSNSW Board has approved for accommodation to be offered to members flying into Sydney for the conference on both Friday and Saturday.
Friday and Saturday night accommodation is available to members from FNC, NC, MNC, LNC, HUN, SC and FSC.
Saturday night accommodation is available to members from CC and ILL.
Members from Sydney/Sydney Northern Beaches can choose to join the rest of the participants for breakfast on the Sunday morning from 7:00am.

2024 Sharkskin NSW IRB Championships
2024-07-05 - 2024-07-07 | Cape Hawke Surf Life Saving Club, Palmgrove Pl, Forster, NSW, 2428, Australia
The 2024 Sharkskin NSW IRB Championships will take place across three epic days of racing at Cape Hawke SLSC.

2024 Sharkskin NSW IRB Premiership Series
2024-06-22 - 2024-06-23 | North Avoca Surf Life Saving Club, 46-50 N Avoca Parade, North Avoca, NSW, 2260, Australia
Find all 2024 Sharkskin NSW IRB Championship info here
Surf Life Saving NSW is excited to confirm the dates and venues for the 2024 Sharkskin NSW IRB Premiership Series. The 2024 Series will see four rounds, culminating with the State Championships at Cape Hawke SLSC in July.
Round Information:
Premiership Round 1: Collaroy SLSC, 10-12 May 2024
Premiership Round 2: Fingal Beach SLSC, 25-26 May 2024
Premiership Round 3: North Avoca SLSC, 8-9 June 2024
Premiership Round 4: Ocean Beach SLSC, 22-23 June 2024

2024 NSW Pool Lifesaving Championships
2024-06-14 - 2024-06-16 | Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre, 9 Olympic Blvd, Sydney Olympic Park, NSW, 2127, Australia
SLSNSW is please to announce we are joining forces with Royal Life Saving again to bring you the 2024 NSW Pool Lifesaving Championships.

RunSwim Coogee Aquathlon
2024-05-05 | Coogee Beach, Coogee, NSW, 2034, Australia
RunSwim Coogee Aquathlon is an AusTriathlon sanctioned multisport event hosted by Coogee Surf Life Saving Club together with our partners Randwick City Council and major sponsors.
Combining multiple runs and swims along parts of the famous Bondi to Coogee Coastal walk, it is sure to challenge even the fittest of competitors with the numerous transitions including Clovelly Bay, Gordons Bay and Coogee Bay.
Included in your registration packs is a premium silicone swim cap and a rash vest/singlet, both with RunSwim Coogee branding.

2024 Ingenia Holiday Parks Junior Lifesaver of the Year
2024-04-24 - 2024-04-26 | The Collaroy Centre, 22 Homestead Ave, Collaroy, NSW, 2097, Australia
The 2024 Ingenia Holiday Parks Junior Lifesaver of the Year is set to take place at The Collaroy Centre from Wednesday 24 – Friday 26 April.

Coogee Island Challenge Ocean Swim
2024-04-14 | Coogee Beach, Coogee, NSW, 2034, Australia
The Coogee Island Challenge (autumn edition) is the second ‘cut of the cake’ for swimmers looking to take on this epic Wedding Cake Island ocean swim, with its spring equivalent having been held in November last year.
The event offers three ocean swim distances; an 800m Junior Dash for 10-12yrs, a 1km course in the relative safety of the bay, and the 2.4km main event, the later two distances for swimmers aged 13 years and over.
This swim is the perfect opportunity to circumnavigate Wedding Cake Island, a little rock reef sitting offshore from Coogee Beach in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, and end the ocean swimming season in style.

SLSNSW Surf Boat Inter-Series Championships
2024-04-07 | Ocean Beach SLSC, 176 The Esplanade, Umina Beach, NSW, 2257
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Regrettably, severe weather and hazardous conditions on the roads has forced the cancellation of this weekend’s Metro/Country and Interseries Surfboat Championships at Ocean Beach.

Advice from the BOM and SES is that localised flooding may occur in some areas. The Competition Safety Committee has made the decision to cancel the weekend’s events in the interests of member safety due to the risk to crews and officials travelling to the event on Friday. As the extreme weather is likely to linger into Saturday, the completion of a full program of racing is unrealistic.

While disappointing, we hope that all members stay safe over the coming days and we wish all those crews going to the Aussies the very best of luck.

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The SLSNSW Surf Boat Inter–Series Championship will showcase the best crews from the five surf boat competitions in NSW. The team-based event will feature an exciting competition format, culminating in an Inter–Series relay to decide the Champion Series.

2024 SLSNSW Surf Boat Metro & Country Championships
2024-04-06 | Ocean Beach SLSC, 176 The Esplanade, Umina Beach, NSW, 2257
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Regrettably, severe weather and hazardous conditions on the roads has forced the cancellation of this weekend’s Metro/Country and Interseries Surfboat Championships at Ocean Beach.

Advice from the BOM and SES is that localised flooding may occur in some areas. The Competition Safety Committee has made the decision to cancel the weekend’s events in the interests of member safety due to the risk to crews and officials travelling to the event on Friday. As the extreme weather is likely to linger into Saturday, the completion of a full program of racing is unrealistic.

While disappointing, we hope that all members stay safe over the coming days and we wish all those crews going to the Aussies the very best of luck.

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In a new format for the 23/24 season, SLSNSW will re – introduce the Metropolitan Surf Boat Championship, which will coincide with the staging of the NSW Surfboat Country Championships hosted by Ocean Beach SLSC (Central Coast Branch) on Saturday 6 April 2024.
Event Overview
The Country and Metropolitan Championships will compete across the same events, in different arenas on Saturday, showcasing the depth of surf boat competition in NSW from U19 through Masters categories. The events will be conducted under Championship conditions.
Entry Details
Entries are to be completed online using SEMS.
Please ensure that Country Crews / Clubs enter the 2024 SLSNSW Country Surfboat Championship event.
Please ensure that Metropolitan Crews/Clubs enter the 2024 SLSNSW Metropolitan Surfboat Championship Event.

2024 Dorsal Club to Club Ocean Swim
2024-03-24 | Forster SLSC, Beach Street, Forster, NSW, 2428, Australia
The Dorsal Club to Club Ocean Swim is back for another year.
The 3.8km ocean swim goes from Cape Hawke SLSC to Forster SLSC, with 500m and 200m swims held at Forster Main Beach.
Event info can be found in the flyer below

Pink Patrol 2024 - Evans Head-Casino SLSC
2024-03-09 09:00 - 14:00 | Evans Head-Casino SLSC, 1 Captain Cook Drive, Evans Head, NSW, 2473, Australia
Evans Head-Casino SLSC is hosting their second pink patrol to help celebrate the incredible work women do within Surf Life Saving. This is a 9am-2pm patrol and is open to any female within Surf Life Saving.

The club are planning to meet for dinner afterwards at the surf club starting from 5pm. This is open to all attendees of the patrol and all supporters of women within Surf Life Saving.

If you are interested in attending the pink patrol or dinner please complete the form in the link below

Register Your Interest

Pink Patrol 2024 - Avalon Beach SLSC
2024-03-02 | Avalon Beach SLSC, 558A Barrenjoey Rd, Avalon Beach, NSW, 2107, Australia
Avalon Beach SLSC is hosting their very own Pink Patrol on Saturday 2 March.
The Pink Patrol is an initative started by Bondi SBLSC to raise awareness about the various roles and opportunities available to women in lifesaving, helping to empower females to build their operational capability and capacity. The aim is to increase the number of women actively patrolling, as well as see more women represented across all facets of lifesaving.
Avalon Beach SLSC is inviting all Female Members to come along, network, make new friends and patrol Avalon Beach.

International Women's Day - Pink Patrol 2024 - Bondi SBLSC
2024-03-02 | Bondi SBLSC, Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi, NSW, 2026, Australia
Bondi SBLSC will be running their yearly Pink Patrol.
This event will help raise awareness about the various roles and opportunities available to women in lifesaving, helping to empower females to build their operational capability and capacity. The aim is to increase the number of women actively patrolling, as well as see more women represented across all facets of lifesaving.
Last year saw 100 women from across the state and interstate patrolling across Beautiful Bondi Beach and all members across all clubs are welcome to participate again.
The RWC, IRB, and many other opportunities will be experienced over the morning patrol while keeping the community safe.
Come along, network, make new friends and patrol Bondi Beach.
Light lunch will be provided after patrol.
Register in the link below before the 24th February 2024.
https://forms.gle/QoeNxC2nouGc5cnM9
Any questions please email Nixy Krite : pinkpatrol@bondisurfclub.com or 0418444143

2024 NSW Surf Life Saving Championships, proudly presented by Your local club
2024-03-01 08:00 - 2024-03-17 17:00 | Queenscliff Surf Life Saving Club, N Steyne & Collingwood St, Manly, NSW, 2095, Australia
dates are set for the 2024 NSW Surf Life Saving Championships, proudly presented by Your local club.

Championships
Date
Location

Champion Lifesaver
1-2 March
Freshwater SLSC

Champion Patrol
3 March
Freshwater SLSC

First Aid Competition
9-10 March
Freshwater SLSC

Age Champs
7-10 March
Queenscliff SLSC

Inclusive Champs
10 March
Queenscliff SLSC

Masters Champs
13-14 March
Queenscliff SLSC

Open Champs
15-17 March
Queenscliff SLSC

Surf Boats Champs
15-17 March
North Steyne SLSC

Rainbow Beaches 2024
2024-02-16 - 2024-03-03 | Various Surf Life Saving Clubs throughout NSW, NSW, Australia
From Feb 16th to March 3rd 2024, a number of surf clubs across the state will be holding Rainbow Beach days. These events will feature a variety of activities to showcase that Surf Life Saving is for everyone and everyone is welcome at the beach.
For more information on this initiative and resources available, check out the Lifesavers with Pride event page here

Weekend @ the Roy
2024-01-27 - 2024-01-28 | Collaroy SLSC, 1054 Pittwater Rd, Collaroy, NSW, 2097, Australia
Collaroy SLSC will be hosting its first ever “Weekend @ the Roy” featuring R&R, March Past and Open Surf Boats on Saturday 27th January and Young Guns Surf Boats on Sunday 28th January.
