Coolangatta SLSC

Coolangatta SLSC Coolangatta Surf Lifesaving club service Coolangatta Beach on Weekends and Public holidays. Our club is welcoming to all members from nippers to patrols.

See you on the beach!

If you're planning on visiting the beach this long weekend, make sure to stay safe, look out for your mates and ALWAYS s...
23/01/2026

If you're planning on visiting the beach this long weekend, make sure to stay safe, look out for your mates and ALWAYS swim between the red & yellow flags! 💛❤️💛❤️

🌊 Brave the Waves – Registrations Now Open! 🌊Coolangatta Surf Life Saving Club is proud to offer Brave the Waves, our in...
11/01/2026

🌊 Brave the Waves – Registrations Now Open! 🌊

Coolangatta Surf Life Saving Club is proud to offer Brave the Waves, our inclusive Nipper Program designed to support children of all abilities aged 5–14.

This program provides a safe, welcoming and supportive environment where kids can build confidence in the water, develop surf skills, make new friends, and enjoy being part of our surf lifesaving community — at their own pace.

If your child has additional needs, our inclusive approach to Nippers, Brave the Waves focuses on fun, participation, and personal achievement.

📅 Registrations are now open
📅 Please note due to available supporting personnel numbers are strictly limited.
📅The program will run from the 8th of February 2026 - 8th of March 2026.
📅Approximate time 8:15am - 9:45am

*details subject to change based on interest
👉 For more information and to register, visit:
https://form.jotform.com/teamcooly/brave-the-waves

We look forward to welcoming your family to Cooly SLSC 💙

Keeping our community safe goes far beyond the shoreline.On Saturday afternoon, our lifesavers were called to not one, b...
08/01/2026

Keeping our community safe goes far beyond the shoreline.

On Saturday afternoon, our lifesavers were called to not one, but three separate incidents. In the space of just 30 minutes, they responded to a stingray barb to the foot, a woman found unconscious in the park, and a fight resulting in a serious head wound.

These incidents required coordination with three ambulances, two police cars, and the management of concerned members of the public, all while patrols continued to actively monitor and protect the beach on a busy day.

Days like this are a powerful reminder that lifesavers do so much more than just rescues in the water. From advanced first aid and emergency responses to crowd management and critical decision-making, our team is always ready when it matters most. Patrol Captain Steve Ward noted that the training he received through Surf Lifesaving and the Patrol Captains course made him feel confident and comfortable in managing these fast-moving, complex incidents.

Thank you, Patrol Captain Steve, first aiders Danny and Stuart, and the whole of Patrol Group 11, for your outstanding effort and professionalism. Thank you also to Charlie Wagner and Alastair McConnell, who weren’t on patrol but immediately stepped in when extra support was needed, and to Tweed Heads and Coolangatta Surf Lifesaving and SurfCom for backing up our team to ensure the beach could remain open.

Whether on the sand, in the surf, or beyond the beach, our surf lifesavers are highly trained and always standing ready to protect our community when it needs them most

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04/01/2026

Meet Dion, the Director of Lifesaving at Coolangatta SLSC. Someone who plays a big part in keeping our club strong, safe, and connected. Thank you Dion for everything you do.

Tune back in for our Meet the Committee series as we introduce the fantastic people behind the scenes who make our community what it is!

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As we raise the flags on 2026, we would like to take a moment to thank our incredible community, donors, sponsors and vo...
31/12/2025

As we raise the flags on 2026, we would like to take a moment to thank our incredible community, donors, sponsors and volunteers for your unwavering support throughout the last year!

Wishing everyone a safe, happy and prosperous New Year ❤️💛

Remember, when hitting the beach in 2026

🟡Always swim between the red and yellow flags
🔴Wear sunscreen
🟡Stop, Look, Stay Alive

🎄✨ Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Coolangatta SLSC ✨🎄The festive season is here and our beaches are busier than...
24/12/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Coolangatta SLSC ✨🎄

The festive season is here and our beaches are busier than ever 🌊

Whether you’re a local or you're visiting our wonderful beach please swim between the flags, keep an eye on conditions, and don’t forget to say hey to your lifesavers who are volunteering over Christmas to keep everyone safe.

Wishing you all a safe, happy and sun-soaked holiday period!🎅❤️

50 years. Countless patrols. One incredible legacy. This week, we celebrate Phil Hammond (“Hammo”), a constant presence ...
24/12/2025

50 years. Countless patrols. One incredible legacy.

This week, we celebrate Phil Hammond (“Hammo”), a constant presence on Coolangatta Beach and a cornerstone of our club for half a century. From a young volunteer to a trusted mentor, Hammo has shaped generations of lifesavers through quiet leadership, deep knowledge of the ocean, and an unwavering commitment to keeping our community safe.

Hammo’s impact goes far beyond the red and yellow flags. He is a coach, boat sweep, official, trainer, assessor, and patrol captain. His dedication has left a lasting mark on the club, the beach, and the people who have learned from him along the way. His service and dedication have been recognised with life membership, a surf boat named after him, and, more recently, the best senior lifesaver medal struck in his honour. We are incredibly grateful for the time, care, and energy he has given and continues to give to Coolangatta. Thank you, Hammo, for 50 years of service, leadership, and heart. Your legacy will continue to guide the next generation of lifesavers.

To read the full story, check out Drew Kerrigan’s article in the Gold Coast Bulletin - https://bit.ly/4pP9IKP

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Coolangatta Surf Life Saving Club is incredibly proud to announce that Life Member Michael “Coinsy” Mahon was recently r...
20/12/2025

Coolangatta Surf Life Saving Club is incredibly proud to announce that Life Member Michael “Coinsy” Mahon was recently recognised by Surf Life Saving Queensland, with the new State Operations & Communications Centre room named in his honour.

Joining Coolangatta Surf Life Saving Club in 1974, Coinsy has dedicated more than 50 years to operational lifesaving — from patrols on our beaches to radio operations, command, coordination, and mentoring generations of volunteers. His foundational role in SurfCom and communications helped shape the way lifesaving operates today.

This recognition reflects a lifetime of service, reliability, and quiet leadership. We couldn’t be prouder to see Coinsy’s legacy honoured in this way.

👏 Congratulations and thank you, Coinsy, from everyone at Coolangatta SLSC 👏

15/12/2025

Meet Belinda, the president of Coolangatta SLSC. A dedicated leader, life member, and someone who brings passion, heart and direction to our club.

This is the first episode of our Meet the Committee series. Stay tuned over the coming weeks as we introduce the amazing people behind the scenes who make our community what it is.

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Swim Between the Flags!The festive season is here and our beaches will be busy! 🌊☀️Wherever you’re swimming these holida...
08/12/2025

Swim Between the Flags!

The festive season is here and our beaches will be busy! 🌊☀️
Wherever you’re swimming these holidays, remember the golden rule:
Always swim between the flags.
It’s the safest place in the surf and where our lifesavers are watching.
Have fun, stay safe, and enjoy the summer! ❤️💛

🌊 Happy International Volunteers Day! 🌊Today we say a massive thank you to the incredible people who keep our club stron...
05/12/2025

🌊 Happy International Volunteers Day! 🌊

Today we say a massive thank you to the incredible people who keep our club strong, safe and thriving.

To our volunteer surf lifesavers who patrol our beaches and keep our community safe…
To our dedicated Nipper helpers who inspire the next generation with patience and passion…
To our hardworking Committee members who support every part of our club behind the scenes…
And to every single person who gives their time, energy and heart to help our club be the welcoming, vibrant place it is —

Thank you. 💛❤️

Our club simply wouldn’t exist without you.
Your commitment, your kindness, and your community spirit make all the difference — today and every day.

🎅🌊 It’s that time of year… Santa is back on the beach! 🌊🎅Coolangatta SLSC’s annual Santa on the Beach is back for 2025!C...
01/12/2025

🎅🌊 It’s that time of year… Santa is back on the beach! 🌊🎅

Coolangatta SLSC’s annual Santa on the Beach is back for 2025!
Come down to Cooly and have your Christmas photo with Santa while supporting our amazing youth lifesavers. ❤️💛

📅 Dates:
✨ Saturday 13th — 8am–1pm
✨ Saturday 20th — 10am–3pm
✨ Sunday 21st — 8am–1pm

Bring the family, your festive outfits, and your best beachy Christmas vibes🎄☀️

✨ Bookings essential — scan the QR code on the flyer or hit the link below!

https://form.jotform.com/kad612/cooly-santa-photos

See you on the sand! 🏖️🎄

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Marine Parade
Coolangatta, QLD
4225

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+61755368474

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