Twenty-nine Surf Life Saving Clubs in NSW will share in $3.5 million worth of support for facilities improvements and capital works through the Surf Club Facility Grant Program, announced by the NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet and Minister for Sport Natalie Ward.
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In addition, the Treasurer announced a further $4 million in funding to support the upgrade, restoration and construction of Surf Life Saving facilities as part of the 2021-22 NSW Budget.
NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet said the Surf Club Facility Program is vital to help keep NSW communities active and safe.
“The NSW Government recognises the critical role Surf Life Saving Clubs play, protecting people who use our world-class beaches,” Mr Perrottet said.
“We are pleased to deliver $4 million of funding in the NSW Budget to ensure NSW Surf Life Saving facilities are fit-for-purpose and clubs can continue to keep people safe.”
The announcement came off the back of $3.5 million being awarded to 29 clubs through the 2020/21 program. Grants to clubs were between $30,000 - $350,000.
“These grants will help to increase participation across NSW by creating inclusive and accessible Surf Life Saving facilities,” said the new Minister for Sport, Natalie Ward.
“I congratulate all the successful applicants in this year’s program.”
Highlights of the 2020/21 program include:
$300,689 to Warriewood SLSC for resurfacing works and redirection of public walkway and beach access.
$302,406 to Redhead SLSC for upgrades to the club’s observation area, radio room and first aid room.
$223,687 to Cabarita SLSC for upgrades to the club, including a new training room.
Member for Pittwater Rob Stokes said Warriewood SLSC is part of the fabric of the Northern Beaches community.
“Warriewood Surf Life Saving volunteers are on the beaches every weekend, rain, hail or shine, protecting our community,” Mr Stokes said.
“I’m pleased the NSW Government provided a $300,689 grant to improve facilities and keep beachgoers safe here on the Northern Beaches.”
President of Surf Life Saving NSW, George Shales OAM, said safe, accessible and secure rescue facilities across the state remain a top priority for the organisation.
“Surf Life Saving Clubs are often the hub of communities and our volunteer lifesavers require access to fit-for-purpose facilities so they can focus on saving lives. The funding will allow significant upgrades to surf club facilities to improve access for our 75,000 members,” said George Shales.
“Our 129 clubs performed over 2,500 rescues, 141,000 preventative actions and 7,000 first aid treatments last year.”
For further information about the Surf Club Facility Program, including the list of recipients visit: https://sport.nsw.gov.au/clubs/grants/SCFP
Organisation | Project | Approved Amount |
|---|---|---|
Bellambi Surf Life Saving Club Inc | Bellambi Surf Club solar program | $30,270 |
Burning Palms Surf Life Saving Club Inc | Refurbishment of clubhouse - kitchen and bathroom upgrade | $46,399 |
Cabarita Beach Surf Life Saving Club Inc | Critical upgrades to Cabarita Beach Surf Lifesaving Club and addition of training rooms | $223,687 |
Cape Hawke Surf Lifesaving Club | Repairs to roof and solar installation | $48,544 |
Clovelly Surf Life Saving Club | Training room redevelopment | $185,500 |
Corrimal Surf Life Saving Club Inc | Refurbishment of member area and installation of solar system | $33,300 |
Elouera Surf Life Saving Club | Elouera SLSC ground floor refurbishment project | $302,500 |
Fingal Rovers Surf Life Saving Club Inc | Solar installation and kiosk fit out | $44,259 |
Hunter Surf Lifesaving Inc | A better office environment to facilitate health and wellbeing for the lifesaving community | $31,125 |
Kempsey Crescent Head Surf Life Saving Club | Kempsey Crescent Head Surf Lifesaving Club lift replacement | $105,799 |
Kiama Downs Surf Life Saving Club Inc | Patrol and radio tower | $68,113 |
Killcare Surf Life Saving Club Inc | Solar panel installation at Killcare Surf Life Saving Club | $30,000 |
MacMasters Beach Surf Life Saving Club Inc | MacMasters Beach Surf Lifesaving Club roof upgrade of clubhouse facility | $108,986 |
Maroubra Surf Life Saving Club Inc | Stage 2 extension of storage facility for essential surf lifesaving equipment and craft storage | $195,875 |
Nambucca Heads Surf Life Saving Club Inc | Upgrade to windows and roof, and installation of solar panels at Nambucca Heads SLSC | $77,377 |
North Cronulla Surf Life Saving Club Inc | North Cronulla SLSC - fitout of equipment and gear storage facilities | $150,000 |
North Curl Curl Surf Life Saving Club Inc | Installation of solar power at North Curl Curl Surf Life Saving Club | $31,363 |
Pambula Beach SLSC | Replacement of decking at Pambula Beach Surf Club and Community Centre | $34,392 |
Redhead Surf Life Saving Club Inc | Upgrade to observation area, radio room and first aid room at Redhead Surf Life Saving Club | $302,406 |
Shelly Beach Surf Life Saving Club Inc | Upgraded clubhouse facilities at Shelly Beach SLSC | $117,264 |
Swansea Belmont Surf Life Saving Club | Disabled access and amenities upgrades | $58,600 |
Tacking Point Surf Life Saving Club | Stage 4 downstairs renovations - toilet facilities | $238,705 |
Tathra Surf Life Saving Club | Reroofing Tathra SLS clubhouse | $60,000 |
Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club | Sustainable energy installation | $32,000 |
The Entrance Surf Life Saving Club Inc | Installation of solar | $30,000 |
Thirroul Surf Lifesaving Inc | Building works - improvements to surf club facility | $285,000 |
Wanda Surf Lifesaving Club Inc | Replacement of Wanda SLSC clubhouse roof, solar panel system and mechanical components on the roof | $236,466 |
Warriewood Surf Life Saving Club | Resurfacing works, redirection of public walkway and beach access at Warriewood SLSC | $300,689 |
Wauchope-Bonny Hills SLSC | Installation of solar system and function room improvements at Wauchope-Bonny Hills SLSC | $30,000 |
Monday 7 June 2021