Pambula SLSC

11/05/2026

As many of you are aware, patrols have now wrapped up for the season. While the weather is cooler, we know our beaches are far too beautiful not to enjoy throughout winter.

If you’re visiting the beach during the off-season, here are a few important things to know:

Emergency Response Beacons remain in place at the Pambula River Mouth and Merimbula Bar Beach. These beacons provide a direct link to our State Operations Centre, who can task our Emergency Call Out Team — volunteers who remain on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you are at a location away from a beacon, call 000 and ask for Police.

The Pambula Surf Life Saving Club clubhouse also has:
• An external defibrillator (AED) available for public use
• A newly installed shark bite/trauma kit mounted on the beach side of the clubhouse next to the defibrillator

Remember to Stop. Look. Stay Alive. before entering the water this winter.

A huge thank you to all of our volunteers for another incredible patrol season. Pictured are some of our members on their final patrol for the season.

28/04/2026

What a fantastic evening celebrating our members at the Pambula SLSC 2025/2026 Presentation Night.

We are incredibly proud of the dedication, commitment and community spirit shown by all of our members throughout the season. From patrol hours and training achievements to competition success, volunteer service and leadership, every contribution helps make our club stronger.

Congratulations to all award winners and nominees, and special recognition to those receiving Surf Life Saving National Medals and honors:

Frank Davey – Life Membership SLS State
Andrew Holt – Life Membership NSW Branch and 30 Year Long Service
Simon Byrne – National Medal
Chris Knox – National Medal
Miep Krechting – 10 Year National Patrol Service
Marcella Vitouchova – 10 Year National Patrol Service

We would also like to acknowledge our members nominated for Far South Coast Branch Awards of Excellence:

Jamie Lynn – Surf Lifesaver of the Year
Brandon Ford – Junior Surf Lifesaver of the Year
Miep Krechting – Volunteer of the Year
Pip Shovelton – Junior Volunteer of the Year
Nyrie Tickell – Trainer of the Year
Peter Bootes – Assessor of the Year
Lauren Moreland – Administrator of the Year

We wish all of our nominees the very best of luck.

Here’s to another great season ahead.

11/04/2026

Congratulations, Emma. The whole branch is proud 👏👏

❤️ SURF LIFESAVING NEW SOUTH WALES FEMALE JUNIOR SURF LIFESAVER OF THE YEAR 💛

The Far South Coast has done it again with our incredible Emma Dawson from Broulee Surfers Surf Life Saving Club named Surf Life Saving NSW Junior Lifesaver of the year at the state camp today.

Emma is just the third Far South Coast lifesaver, and first from Broulee Surfers to receive this honour, following in the footsteps of Tathra Surf Life Saving Club Michelle Bouvett in 1993, and Moruya Surf Life Saving Club Zara Hall in 2024.

After a whirlwind three days in Collaroy where they built new connections and developed their skills as lifesavers.

From the whole Far South Coast Branch, congratulations Emma we are all so proud of you!🌟👏🏽

A big shoutout to our male Junior Lifesaver of the Year, Harry Leach, from Broulee Surfers for making the most of the amazing opportunity at state camp this week.

The future of our clubs and branch are in safe hands with this next generation, and we cannot wait to see what the future holds for you both.

💚🤍

Batemans Bay SLSC
Narooma Surf Club
Bermagui Surf Life Saving Club
Pambula SLSC
Surf Life Saving Australia

10/04/2026

A huge thank you to Chris Randle, Scott Cunningham and all the Pambula Beach Discovery Park guests for raising an incredible $810 for the surf club through their annual Skid Fest 🙌

So many families return year after year for their holidays here, and it’s amazing to see the way they continue to support our local community. Pambula Beach truly feels like one big family, and it’s always great to welcome more familiar faces into the fold 💙

06/04/2026

We love this program. Sign up NOW!

We are hosting an Advanced IRB Skills Development Program at Moruya SLSC on the 9th and 10th of May 2026.

The Advanced IRB Skills Development Program is open to financial & proficient members of any club who hold an IRB Crew and/or Silver Medallion IRB Driver Award. This course is being run by Surf Life Saving NSW. The Program aims to enhance the skills and experiences of surf lifesavers in powercraft operations through collaborative and consistent training, utilizing a mix of drill-based activities, dedicated coaching, and scenario-based training. Training may include swimming & mounting rock shelves depending on location.

Please consider registering for the program using the link below. Registration Link ⬇️
https://forms.office.com/r/2UmCqMZwNe

This is an official registration form for a two-day program; you will need to attend both days with day two finishing approx. 1pm.

Please also check in with your own club that you’re attending, as we may need to borrow extra IRB’s or radios per boat depending on the number of registrants we have to ensure the course runs efficiently as we know people are volunteering their time.

Surf Life Saving Far South Coast
Batemans Bay SLSC
Broulee Surfers Surf Life Saving Club
Narooma Surf Club
Bermagui Surf Life Saving Club
Tathra Surf Life Saving Club
Pambula SLSC

06/04/2026

Senior Presentation Night – Save the Date!

Kerry, our esteemed President, and I would love you to join us at Pambula Surf Club for our Senior Presentation Night on Sunday 26 April.

We know it’s a busy weekend, but with Flags Down on Monday 27 April, it’s the perfect opportunity to come together and celebrate the outstanding achievements of our lifesavers as we wrap up another fantastic season.

🍻 Bar open from 4:00 pm
🍽️ Light supper served from 6:00 pm

Please RSVP, along with any dietary requirements, to secretary@pambulasurf.org.au.

📩 Nomination forms have now been emailed to members. Please take the time to complete these, as without your input, amazing members who deserve recognition may fly under the radar. We need your help to ensure our members are properly celebrated for their contributions throughout the season.

We hope to see you at the club for a wonderful evening of recognition and celebration.

Ann Smith
Secretary

29/03/2026

Join us this Easter weekend for Easter Sippers at Pambula SLSC.

4pm–8pm | April 4 and 5

Enjoy a delicious Asian menu by Cheeky Mango and a relaxed evening by the beach.

Live music:
Kismet Saturday
Wayne Tresize Sunday
5-7pm

02/03/2026

Don't forget! SLSA has granted special permission for active members to wear their patrol shirts to work or uni on Red and Yellow Day.

Wearing the iconic uniform can lead to questions and conversations around surf lifesaving, joining a club, and most importantly, swimming between the red and yellow flags.

Check here for more information and important guidelines: https://ow.ly/pKmk50YmOsI

28/02/2026

Last day of the IRB Crew Course done and dusted. The weather was ordinary, but the smiles weren’t.

Huge thank you to Kerry Bourke, Chris Briggs and Paul Dabros for driving today and keeping everything running smoothly.

Massive thanks to Kerryn and Gavin for delivering yet another successful course. Your time, energy and commitment to training the next wave of lifesavers never goes unnoticed.

Congratulations to all participants on completing the course — patrol just got a little extra fun.

27/02/2026

🌈✨ Pride Patrol at Pambula SLSC! ✨🌈

Today we are taking part in Pride Patrol, joining Surf Life Saving Clubs across the country in celebrating diversity, inclusion and visibility within lifesaving.

exists to create a surf lifesaving culture that is welcoming, inclusive and safe for everyone, regardless of who you are or who you love — because the beach truly is for everyone.

❤️🧡💛💚💙💜