A difficult summer where more than 20 people drowned in lakes, rivers, pools, and the beach prompted an unprecedented show of co-operation between the state’s water safety bodies.
Demanding Summer For Lifesavers
As the patrol season begins to wind down for the 2016/17 season, lifesavers can look back on what has been another busy summer for those tasked with protecting our beaches.
Lifesavers Urge Easter Safety
With most of the state expected to earn a brief respite from the rain and wind over the Easter weekend, volunteer surf lifesavers are gearing up for a busy period on the beach.
Junior Lifesavers Crowned NSW Best
It’s been a memorable day for two young lifesavers who capped off their Nipper careers in impressive style by winning the Junior Lifesaver of the Year award (JLOTY) in Sydney on Thursday.
Man Drowns At Palm Beach
Despite the best efforts of surf lifesavers, police, and paramedics a man was unable to be revived after being pulled from the surf at Palm Beach on Sydney’s Northern Beaches on Friday.
Floatation Device Saves Rock Fisher
A notorious stretch of coastline on the State’s Central Coast nearly claimed the life of another fisherman on Saturday, with only a decision to wear a flotation device preventing yet another tragedy
Camden Haven Lifesavers Rescue Stranded Swimmer
Excellent teamwork from a group of lifesavers has helped save the life of a stranded swimmer in challenging conditions at Dunbogan Beach on the state’s Mid North Coast on Saturday.
Vale Bill Goodman OAM
Surf Life Saving NSW is saddened to hear of the recent passing of Life Member, Order of Australia Medal recipient, and Collaroy identity Mr William ‘Bill’ Goodman.
Surf Lifesavers Prepare To Lower Flags
Volunteer surf lifesavers will lower the flags on NSW beaches this Tuesday 25 April after an action-packed and demanding season, which began back in September.