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Strong Swell to Hit NSW Coastline

Rock fishers, boaties, surfers, and swimmers looking to make the most of the glorious winter sunshine are being urged to check the conditions before heading out into the water after the after the Bureau of Meteorology issued a Hazardous Surf Warning on Monday.


VIDEO: Ashley Fell’s Guide To Understanding Your Volunteers

Ashley Fell is a social researcher and trends analysis at McCrindle Research. She spoke to the delegates at the 2018 SLSNSW State Conference about the changing times and emerging trends in Australia.

Ashley's presentation covers tips to better understanding the demographics of your members and how they respond best to digital and direct communication. She covers what attracts and retains volunteers in organisations, trends shaping society and communities as well as insights into how we can be responsive to trends in society. 


#THROWBACK: When Were Women Finally Given A Start?

It's hard to believe that just 38 years ago women were still denied full access to official surf club membership in Australia. Being a patrolling member and participating in rescues, competition and administration of a club was seen and known as strictly 'men's work'. Here's a brief insight into the long decision making process to our history. Perhaps a little food for thought about inclusion ahead of the 2018/19 season too.


Diving In The Deep End At Aussie Pool Champs

A number of NSW surf lifesavers will have to fork out for extra baggage at Adelaide Airport after a strong performance at the Australian Pool Rescue Championships in the South Australian capital over the weekend.


State Conference Brings the Band Back Together

It has been six years since the State’s Surf Life Saving Clubs got together in one place. More than 350 surf lifesavers from across NSW met in Sydney last weekend to share ideas, discuss challenges and plan for the future of the iconic movement.