Two thirds of coastal drownings happen more than 1km from a lifesaving service, according to the latest data released as part of the 2025 National Coastal Safety Report – a joint initiative of Surf Life Saving Australia and Surf Life Saving NSW.
Vale Robert (Bobby) Little OAM
Surf Life Saving NSW is saddened to advise of the passing of Robert ‘Bobby’ Little OAM. He was 88 years old.
Flags Up Across NSW as Record Number of Lifesavers Return to Coastline
More than 21,000 volunteer lifesavers will bring the iconic red and yellow back to the beach on Saturday 27 September as the 2025/26 patrolling season begins across NSW.
Nine NSW Athletes to Compete in 2025/26 Iron Series
The NSW lineup for the 2025/26 Iron Series has been set following the Trials at Tugun in Queensland on 20-21 September, with nine athletes across the male and female fields set to represent our state.
NSW Surf Clubs to Share in $5.4 Million Grant
The latest round of the NSW Government’s Surf Club Facility Program has opened for 2025/26, with surf clubs up and down the coastline able to apply for funding from a pool of $5.4 million.
Vale Barry Bede (Gus) Staunton MBE
Surf Life Saving NSW is saddened by the passing of Cronulla SLSC, Sydney Branch, SLSNSW and SLSA Life Member, Barry Bede (Gus) Staunton MBE. He was 93.
New Rescue Equipment for Lifesavers
Surf Life Saving NSW, alongside the NSW Government, has today launched a fleet of new jet skis to increase coastal safety ahead of what’s anticipated to be a busy summer season.
Volunteer Lifesavers Honoured at NSW Awards of Excellence
Nearly 600 volunteer lifesavers and their supporters have celebrated the season that was and congratulated their fellow members at the annual Surf Life Saving NSW Awards of Excellence in Sydney on 16 August.
ABE’S Bagels Fuelling Future Lifesavers in New Partnership
Surf Life Saving NSW is proud to announce that ABE’S Bagels has signed on as a partner of the organisation for the 2025/26 season.