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2025 Gotcha4Life 24 Hour Row
Surf Life Saving NSW is proud to team up once again with Gotcha4Life for the 24 Hour Row โ Australiaโs biggest fundraising rowing event. This epic 24-hour challenge unites teams
2025 ‘Gone Fishing’ Rock Fishing Safety Program
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
2025 Professionals Weekend of Surf
Forster SLSCโs Professionals Weekend of surf is back for another year. Event details in the flyer below.

Beach & Coastal Safety Resource Hub
Introducing the new Beach & Coastal Safety Resource Hub! Your place for everything beach and coastal safety related.
The Hub, has been designed with our diverse communities in mind and the needs of each of these individual and unique communities. The hub provides a fun, engaging and interactive space to learn about beach and coastal safety.
Our partners
SLSNSW thanks all its partners for their ongoing and generous support. It is the contribution of all partners that allows us to achieve our mission.
#LWP // Embarking on a lifesaving journey shouldn`t be hindered by financial barriers.
To ease some of the burden, Lifesavers with Pride created the Proud Beaches Scholarship, a remarkable opportunity for members of the LGBTQIA+ community across Australia to complete lifesaver training and dive headfirst into your lifesaving aspirations.
Contact @lifesaverswithpride today for more information.
Apply today ๐ in bio
#lifesaverswithpride #proudbeachesscholarship
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#MYSURFLIFE // The first weekend back on patrol may not have been the perfect warm weather we would have liked, but our lifesavers still enjoyed getting back on the beach.
First patrolling weekend stats:
๐ 7 Rescues
โ๏ธ 60 First Aid
๐ 1 NSW Ambo Call Outs
โ๏ธ 23 Emergency Response Calls
Find your nearest patrolled location this summer by downloading the BeachSafe app
#lifesaving #volunteers #patrol #beachsafe #slsnsw #mysurflife
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#FLAGSUP // The 2023/24 season is here! Take a look at how yesterdayโs Raising of the Flags went ๐ด๐ก
#lifesaving #patrols #volunteers #slsnsw #mysurflife
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#FLAGSUP // Flags are up and the patrol season has begun!
The NSW Premier @chrisminnsmp, Emergency Services Minister @jihaddib_mp and Sport Minister @stevekampermp joined lifesavers and nippers at @maroubra_slsc this morning to raise the first flags of the season and announce an extra $23m in funding over 4 years to support our volunteers.
Itโs going to be a hot summer so please stay safe and always swim between the red and yellow flags.
Read more ๐ in bio and stories
@thistlethwaitem @marjorieoneillcoogee #lifesaving #slsnsw #volunteers #mysurflife
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#PUBLICSAFETY // Have you heard? The Public Safety Standard Operating Procedures have been updated and moved online!
Brush up on all the things you need to know before patrols start tomorrow ๐ in bio
#publicsafety #slsnsw #lifesaving #mysurflife
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#BEACHSTORMERS // We are just one month out from the 2023 Beach Stormers Series!
Make sure you get your entries in, and keep an eye on our socials throughout the series for all the exciting updates
Visit the event page ๐ in bio
#surfsports #beachstormers #beachies #slsnsw #mysurflife
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#SURFSPORTS // In case you missed it, we recently released the 2023/24 NSW Surf Sports Event Calendar. This year is shaping up to be a good one!
Download your copy here ๐ in bio
Note: Calendar is subject to change
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#MYSURFLIFE // How good is this shot from @bulli_slsc! We cannot wait for weekends like this in the coming months
#mysurflife #startofseason #patrol #lifesaving #slsnsw
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#RWC // Ahead of the new season our jetskis hit the water in Sydney this past weekend for a Women`s Development Clinic run through @sls_sydney.
The program aims to promote, recruit and retain capable female operators in the Rescue Water Craft space, arming them with the tools they need to broaden their experience and build their confidence.
It`s the third year of the program and numbers continue to grow. We can`t wait to see all of you on the water, keeping our coastline safe this summer! Well done, ladies!
Thanks to @lifesaverhelo teams for joining in on the day.
@nixy1 #rwc #womensdevelopment #lifesaving #lifesaverhelo #jetski #slssydney #slsnsw #mysurflife
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#SURFSPORTS // @mollymookslsc super star Sam Zustovich shares his excitement for the upcoming International Surf Rescue Challenge in South Padre Island, Texas.
Good luck to all NSW competitors representing their country overseas ๐
#Repost @auslifesaving
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The sands of South Padre wonโt know what hit โem when @sam.zustovich gets running โก๏ธโก๏ธ
@mollymookslsc
#auslifesaving #isrc2023
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#SAREX // Lifesavers and UAV Teams from Far South Coast Branch have teamed up with @marineareacommand, @lifesaverhelo and @marinerescuensw for a Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX) today in Batemans Bay.
It is a beneficial exercise for lifesavers heading into the new season next week, to ensure they are fully equipped to work cohesively with multiple agencies during large scale coastal incidents.
#lifesaving #sarex #auavs #slsnsw #marinerescue #marineareacommand #lifesaverhelo
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#24HRROW // Surf Life Saving NSW is proud to support the 24 Hour Row for Mental Fitness again in 2023.
Surf clubs from all over the country rowed their hearts out to raise awareness and funds for Gotcha4Life Foundationโs amazing work in our clubs and communities.
Itโs not too late to donate either ๐ in bio
Thanks to the thousands of volunteers who made the event successful.
#24hrrow #gotcha4life #slsnsw #mysurflife
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#RUOKDAY // Today is R U Ok? Day. Itโs a day to remind people to think about those around them and speak up if they donโt seem themselves.
Sadly, surf lifesavers are often first responders to some devastating scenes on our coastline. It is important to check on each other both in and after these moments, not just on days like today but everyday.
A lifesaving conversation is as simple as 4 steps:
1. Ask R U Ok?
2. Listen
3. Encourage action
4. Check in
A simple question could change a life. Start a conversation today ๐ in bio and stories
#ruok #slsnsw
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#MEDIA // Yesterday we took a trip up to the Lower North Coast to help shoot some recruitment material for the upcoming season. We were joined by seven passionate members who are keen to share their beautiful coastline with some new volunteers.
Many of our small and regional clubs are struggling for numbers this year, so it is hoped this campaign will help encourage locals to pull on the red and yellow and lend a hand.
#slslnc #volunteers #mysurflife #slsnsw
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#NDR23 // Royal Life Saving, in partnership with Surf Life Saving Australia, has today released their 2023 National Drowning Report.
โDrowning deaths in coastal environments including beaches, ocean/harbour locations, and off rocks decreased by nine per cent compared to the previous year, although sadly there were 125 coastal drowning deaths recorded, three per cent above the 10-year average,โ Surf Life Saving Australia, Chief Executive Officer, Adam Weir said.
Sadly, 48 of NSW`s 102 drowning deaths were at coastal and ocean locations.
Read the full report ๐ in bio and stories
#nationaldrowningreport #coastaldrownings #royallifesaving #slsa
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#24HRROW // Just under 3 hours to go and look at some of the beautiful views our chubbies have while they row!
Get down there and support as the edge closer to the finish of the @gotcha4life 24 Hour Row and donโt forget to donate. Every little bit counts ๐ in bio and stories
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#MYSURFLIFE // We are this excited to be two weeks out from the beginning of the 2023/24 Patrol Season!
Make sure you and your club are ready for the upcoming season by completing your online skills maintenance and attending your proficiency.
We can`t wait to see you on the beach this summer ๐ด๐ก
#mysurflife #volunteers #lifesaving #patrols
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#DROWNINGPREVENTION // Last month saw a coming together of communities, organisations and cultures to not only celebrate the success of the recent SLSNSW rock fishing project but to engage in discussion and conversation around drowning prevention in rock fishing communities.
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Panelists shared their stories, knowledge and experiences and two brand new community short films were released.
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Watch the full event ๐ in bio
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We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who joined us on the night, and especially to the brave individuals who shared their experiences and stories of survival and heroism with their communities.
#multiculturalcommunity #rockfishingsafety #family #rockfishing #slsnsw #community #safety #drowningprevention
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#ROCKFISHING // When someone falls in the water while rock fishing, it has the potential to impact not only the person, their family and friends, but also the people involved in the rescue. When a drowning occurs, the impact can be felt across many communities.
Watch Yoni`s story and learn about rock fishing from both views, that of a passionate rock fisher and from a trained surf lifesaver.
#rockfishingsafety #lifejacketssavelives
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#ROCKFISHING // Rock fishing is known as Australiaโs most dangerous sport, and yet over 1 million people in Australia take part. Two thirds of all rock fishing drownings in Australia occur in NSW, and the majority of those who have drowned were not wearing a lifejacket.
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๐ฅ Watch Oraโs story and learn about the vital importance of wearing a life jacket and non-slip footwear while fishing.
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#rockfishingsafety #lifejacketssavelives
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#BEACHTOBUSH // The second week crew of the Ingenia Beach to Bush are out on the road spreading the beach safe message to primary school kids across the state. Today Lachlan, Dannii and Adrienne started the day in Hillston, "It's a lovely town on the banks of the Lachnlan River - Dannii even took the rescue board for a lap. It's about eight hours due west of Sydney," said Lachlan who reported in whilst on the road to Naradhan for the afternoon session. ... See MoreSee Less
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#BEACHSTORMERS โก // Merewether Beach was primed for Round 2 Beach Stormers last weekend. An impressive day for Phoebe Doran from Swansea Belmont who took out her second consecutive U17 Flags and Beach Sprint and now leads the rankings in both events. ๐ Check out all the results via liveheats.com/events/301997 and don't forget to sign up for Round 3 at North Cronulla SLSC | 23 November 2024.
๐ธ Photos by the always impressive Shane Abraham#BEACHSTORMERSr#BEACHSTORMp#BEACHSTORn#BEACHSTORMERS n#BEACHSTORMEv#BEACHf#BEACHSl#surflifesavingcompetitionition
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#LESTWEFORGET // At the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month Surf Life Saving NSW observes one minute's silence for the anniversary of the Armistice of 1918, that ended fighting in World War I. We acknowledge those who died or suffered while serving in wars, conflicts and peace operations - lest we forget. ... See MoreSee Less
Always remember those that served, and those that didn't return.๐
#AUSTRALIASBEST // Thatโs right, the best in Australia is found right here in NSW! ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅCongratulations again to all our winners and finalists at the Surf Life Saving Australia Awards of Excellence last night.
๐ Club of the Year - Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club
๐ Lifesaver of the Year - Molly Murphy Umina Surf Life Saving Club
๐ Community Education Program of the Year - Fit to Learn Newport Surf Club
๐ Surf Sports Team of the Year - Bulli Surf Life Saving Club Open Surf Boat Crew
๐ Meritorious Award - Cape Hawke x SLS Lower North Coast Rescue March 2024
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#AOE // ๐ Congratulations Newport Surf Life Saving Club on winning the Surf Life Saving Australia Community Education Program of the Year with the โFit to Learn with Police Youth Commandโ program! ... See MoreSee Less
Congratulations Newport Surf Life Saving Club! ๐๐ฅณ
AOE // ๐ Congratulations Molly Murphy from Umina Surf Life Saving Club on taking out the coveted Surf Lifesaver of the Year award! ... See MoreSee Less
Congratulations Mollie on this fantastic and well deserved win. ๐ด๐ก๐
Congratulations Mollie, thank you for all you do. Outstanding achievement and so well deserved. ๐๐
Well done Mollie. So dedicated. So well deserved. Congratulations ๐
Well done Millie. Always great to keep the number 1 ๐ฅ award in NSW.
Congratulations Mollie!! so well deserved!!!
Congratulations well deserved. ๐
That is fantastic. Congratulations Mollie
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Awesome result Mollie
Congrats Mollie
Go the Stingrays
A great night for Surf Life Saving Central Coast
Brilliant! Congratulations Mollie!
Awesome ๐
#AOE // ๐ Bulli Surf Life Saving Club Open Mens Surf Boat Crews has taken out the Surf Life Saving Australia Team of the Year award for 2024 after achieving a third consecutive Australian Championships Open Mens Title this year. Congratulations team! ... See MoreSee Less
Congratulations guys,a fantastic effort that does not come from turning up on race day.Hours of training,support from your family and friends ๐
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Well deserved! Congrats!
Congratulations Team Bulli
Congratulations guys!! Champions!!
Congratulations gents! ๐๐
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So well deserved!
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Congrats.
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#AOE // Congratulations Troy Eady from Byron Bay Surf Life Saving Club - awarded 314th Surf Life Saving Australia Life Membership. ... See MoreSee Less
Congrats Troy, thoroughly deserved. Bill would be so proud as we all are. Well done
Congratulations well deserved and a fitting reward for all your efforts
Bloody brilliant & congratulations Troy! So well deserved!
Congratulations mate. Awesome recognition
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Congratulations Troy!
Congratulations Troy
Absolutely one of the best!!! in the business of Surf lifesaving, and life it self, a awesome friend to so so many ๐๐ง๐ฆฒ โค๏ธ
Congratulations Troy!!!
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Congratulations Troy Eady well deserved mate !
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So well deserved xx
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The best!!
Congrats Troy, so well deserved! โค๏ธ
Absolute legend
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#AOE // The Surf Life Saving Australia Awards of Excellence is on tonight and we couldn't be more proud of all our finalists. Stay tuned to see how many we can bring home. - ๐ GOOD LUCK! ... See MoreSee Less
Good luck all central coast nominees but in particular Mollie Murphy
Good luck Mick and Larnie!
GOOD LUCK TEAM NSW ๐๐ฉต
Good luck Larnie!!
Good luck Mick Crowle ๐
LOVE TO SEE TERRIGAL UP THERE.
Good luck Elyse @ Evans Head-Casino SLSC Inc.
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the traditional custodians across all the lands on which we live, work and patrol, and we pay our respects to Elders past and present.