2024 NSW Awards of Excellence
2024-08-24 18:00 - 23:00 (Australia/Sydney) | 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

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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/

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.

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

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!

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/

Coogee Island Challenge Ocean Swim
2024-11-24 07:30 - 17:00 | 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/

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.

Nipper Nats
2025-01-12 | Manly Life Saving Club, Ashburner St &, S Steyne, Manly, NSW, 2095, Australia

2024/25 Beach Stormers Series
2025-01-17 - 2025-01-18 | Manly Life Saving Club, Ashburner St &, S Steyne, Manly, NSW, 2095, Australia
The 2024/25 Beach Stormers Series is back.
This year’s series will consist of four rounds:

Round One: North Steyne SLSC | 12 October 2024
Round Two: Merewether SLSC | 9 November 2024
Round Three: North Cronulla SLSC | 23 November 2024
Round Four: Manly LSC | 17-18 January

The final round at Manly LSC will run in conjunction with the Manly Carnival.

2025 NSW Country Championships
2025-01-24 - 2025-01-26 | Warilla Barrack Point SLSC, 7b Osborne Parade, Warilla, NSW, 2528, Australia
The 2025 NSW Country Championships are heading back to Warilla Barrack Point from 24-26 January. Details coming soon!

Weekend @ the Roy 2025
2025-01-25 - 2025-01-26 | Collaroy SLSC, 1054 Pittwater Rd, Collaroy, NSW, 2097, Australia
Weekend @ the Roy is a two day carnival focused on team events, hosted by Collaroy SLSC.
The carnival includes:
Saturday – Open and Reserve Boats, R&R, Surf Belt Race, March Past
Sunday – ‘Young Guns’ Boat carnival (U23 & U19)

2025 NSW Surf Boat Metropolitan, Regional & Interseries Championships
2025-02-01 - 2025-02-02 | Ocean Beach SLSC, 176 The Esplanade, Umina Beach, NSW, 2257
The Metropolitan & Regional Championships will compete across the same events, in separate arenas on Saturday 1 February 2025, showcasing the depth of surfboat competition in NSW from U19 through Masters categories.
Meanwhile, the Interseries Championships will follow the current Surfboat Interstate format, featuring eight crews (U19, U23, Reserve & Open male/female division) representing the five NSW Boat Series. Each series (North Coast Boat Series, Hunter/Central Coast Boat Series, Sydney Northern Beaches Boat Series, Sydney Branch Boat Series & Warilla Bowls Premiership) will enter their best crew(s) across the four (4) male/female divisions.
Both events will take place at Ocean Beach on the weekend of 1-2 February 2025. Metro and Regional Championships will be held on the Saturday while Interseries Championships will be on the Sunday.

2025 Rainbow Beaches
2025-02-08 | Various Surf Life Saving Clubs throughout NSW, NSW, Australia
The national Rainbow Beaches date is set for Saturday February 8th, 2025. Of course, if this date doesn’t suit, clubs looking to host are encouraged to choose another date that works best.
A number of surf clubs across the state will be holding Rainbow Beach days, and 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 event page here

2025 NSW Surf Life Saving Championships, proudly presented by Your local club
2025-02-28 08:00 - 2025-03-16 17:00 | Queenscliff Surf Life Saving Club, N Steyne & Collingwood St, Manly, NSW, 2095, Australia
The 2025 SLSNSW Championship Committee
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Dates are set for the 2025 NSW Surf Life Saving Championships, proudly presented by Your local club.

Date
Event
Location

28 February – 2 March 2025
Lifesaving Championships (Champion Lifesaver & Champion Patrol)
Freshwater SLSC

8-9 March 2025
Lifesaving Championships (First Aid Competition)
Freshwater SLSC

6-9 March 2025
Age Championships
Queenscliff SLSC

12-13 March 2025
Masters Championships
Queenscliff SLSC

14-16 March 2025
Open & Surf Boat Championships
Queenscliff SLSC

Advanced IRB Skills Development Program
2025-04-12 - 2025-04-13 | Maroubra SLSC, 5R Marine Parade, Maroubra, NSW, 2035
The SLSNSW Advanced IRB Skills Development Program, formerly delivered as the Australian Lifesaving Boat Emergency Rescue Training (ALBERT) Program, delivers Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) training to enhance operator skills and experience, and grow confidence. The program aims to enhance the skills and experience of lifesavers through collaborative and consistent training, utilising a mix of drill-based activities, dedicated coaching, and scenario-based training.
The program is open to patrolling lifesavers who have obtained their Silver Medallion IRB Drivers Certificate and/or IRB Crew Certificate.
Key dates include:
22-23 February – Bulli SLSC
22-23 March – South West Rocks SLSC
12-13 April – Maroubra SLSC
GET INVOLVED

Lifesaving Skills Development Program
2025-06-07 | South Maroubra SLSC, Arthur Byrne Reserve, 1R Marine Parade, Maroubra, NSW, 2035, Australia
The SLSNSW Lifesaving Skills Development Program is open to patrolling lifesavers who are interested in developing and enhancing their lifesaving skills and experiencing a taster pathways in SLSNSW. The program will offer skill development both in the water and on the sand, and aims to build the confidence and capability of lifesavers across the state though fun scenario-based training and hands on learning.
Program Focus/Content:
The Lifesaving Skills Development Program (1 day program) will focus on:

Enhancing Bronze Medallion skills (board paddling, rescue techniques, radio, basic first aid)

Awareness of advanced awards

Focus on non-positional leadership

Increasing confidence to make rescues, and excitement and passion for surf lifesaving

The Advanced Lifesaving Skills Development Program (1.5 day program) will focus on:

Enhancing lifesaving skills (board paddling, rescue techniques, radio, first aid, advanced resuscitation,)

Awareness of Rescue Services pathways

Focus on crisis leadership

Increasing confidence to make rescues, and excitement and passion for surf lifesaving

More information to come. Key dates at this stage include (with more dates and locations to be announced):
7 June – South Maroubra (SYD)
21-22 June – Palm Beach (SNB)
28 June – Tacking Point (MNC)

2025 Sharkskin NSW IRB Premiership Series
2025-06-14 - 2025-06-15 | Warilla Barrack Point SLSC, 7b Osborne Parade, Warilla, NSW, 2528, Australia
Find all 2025 Sharkskin NSW IRB Championship info here.
Surf Life Saving NSW is excited to confirm the dates and venues for the 2025 Sharkskin NSW IRB Premiership Series. The 2025 Series will see four rounds, culminating with the State Championships at Cape Hawke SLSC in June.
Round Information:
Premiership Round 1: Ocean Beach SLSC, 3-4 May 2025
Premiership Round 2: Fingal Beach SLSC, 17-18 May 2025
Premiership Round 3: Avoca Beach SLSC, 31 May – 1 June 2025
Premiership Round 4: Warilla Barrack Point SLSC, 14-15 June 2025

2025 NSW Pool Lifesaving Championships
2025-06-21 - 2025-06-22 | Cranbrook School Aquatic Centre, New South Head Rd at, Wunulla Rd, Point Piper, NSW, 2027, Australia
The 2025 NSW Pool Lifesaving Championships will be co-hosted by Surf Life Saving NSW and Royal Life Saving NSW, uniting athletes from across the state for a weekend of racing and skill-based events. Held at the Murray Rose Aquatic & Fitness Centre on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 June.

2025 Sharkskin NSW IRB Championships
2025-06-27 - 2025-06-29 | Cape Hawke SLSC, Palmgrove Pl, Foster, NSW, 2428, Australia
The 2025 Sharkskin NSW IRB Championships will take place across three epic days of racing at Cape Hawke SLSC.

The Surf Life Saving NSW Awards of Excellence
2025-08-16 18:00 - 22:00 | Hyatt Regency Sydney, 161 Sussex St, 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.

2025 Gotcha4Life 24 Hour Row
2025-09-13 12:00 - 2025-09-14 12:00 | NSW
Surf Life Saving NSW is proud to team up once again with Gotcha4Life for the 24 Hour Row – Australia’s biggest fundraising rowing event.
This epic 24-hour challenge unites teams across the country in a show of strength, connection and commitment to reducing the nine lives lost to suicide each day.
It’s a chance for your club community to come together and row to help raise vital funds for Gotcha4Life’s life-changing mental fitness programs. Get your team together and register now to help build a mentally fit future for all Australians!
Register your club now

2025 Professionals Weekend of Surf
2025-10-04 - 2025-10-05 | Forster SLSC, Beach Street, Forster, NSW, 2428, Australia

2025 'Gone Fishing' Rock Fishing Safety Program
2025-10-18 | NSW
Surf Life Saving NSW will deliver Phase 2 of the highly successful rock fishing safety and skills program, Gone Fishing to at-risk communities over several months in 2025.
Rock fishing is one of the most popular recreational activities in New South Wales, but also one of the most dangerous in Australia, with a high risk of injury and drowning.
According to Surf Life Saving Australia’s Coastal Safety Brief – Fishing 2023, 70% of rock fishers who drowned were not wearing life jackets. Despite the risks, many prioritise fishing conditions over safety, and 46% choose not to wear life jackets.
COASTAL WORKSHOPS
Avoca Beach – Saturday 19 July
Port Kembla – Saturday 23 August
Coffs Harbour – Saturday 6 September
Kurnell – Saturday 20 September
Little Bay – Saturday 18 October
Kiama – Sunday 16 November
IN-COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS
Canterbury Bankstown – Saturday 26 July
Penrith – Saturday 11 October
Burwood – Saturday 8 November
Register for COASTAL SAFETY WORKSHOP
Register for IN-COMMUNITY WORKSHOP

2025 NSW Interbranch Championships
2025-11-29 - 2025-11-30 | Avoca Beach SLSC, 10 Vine Street, Avoca Beach, NSW, 2251, Australia
Surf Life Saving NSW are delighted to announce the 2025 NSW Interbranch Championships will be hosted by Central Coast Branch at Avoca Beach SLSC.
The Championships will be held on 29 & 30 November 2025.
Further details regarding the 2025 NSW Interbranch Championships will be released later in the year.
