Sunday 27 December 2020: Near-record crowds flock to Sydney’s beaches after a wet Christmas. Surf Life Saving Sydney Support Ski operator Kane Hughes described the day as the busiest he had experienced in a long time along the Bate Bay stretch.
Nippers Save Mates Life at State Champs
Over 25,000 kids between 5-13 years took part in the Nippers junior activities program this season in NSW. They learn about surf safety, gain skills in the water as well as participate in competition with many also representing their clubs in local, branch and state championship events.
Beach Closures Expected Due to Flooding
Many beaches across NSW are expected to be closed this weekend due to polluted and hazardous water after a week of torrential rain and floods.
Sharks Saving Lives in New Partnership
Surf Life Saving NSW has teamed up with Madimack in the fight to prevent drownings by running our successful CPR course, Living Room Lifesaver with the Cronulla Sharks.
Warning Comes as Coastal Hazards Combine
Large swell, strong winds and poor water quality have combined to cause extremely hazardous coastal conditions in NSW.
Surf Life Saving Joins Flood Relief Efforts
Volunteers and assets including Inflatable Rescue Boats (IRB) and jetskis are assisting with flood relief and rescue activities throughout the state, with more on standby in case the unfolding natural disaster worsens in some areas as expected.
Northern Beaches to Host State Championships
Surf Life Saving NSW is pleased to advise that the 2022 NSW Surf Life Saving Championships, proudly supported by Your local club, is set to be held on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
The Lifesaving Events of State Champs
The 2021 NSW Lifesaving Championships continue to draw the top lifesavers in the state to compete in the Rescue & Resuscitation (R&R), First Aid, Patrol Competition and Champion Lifesaver events.
Masters of Surf and Sand
More than 800 of the state’s fittest and fastest Masters competitors braved both scorching sun and squalls of rain to show they’ve still got what it takes after a big two days at the NSW Masters Surf Life Saving Championships, proudly supported by Your local club, at Swansea Belmont.