Surf Life Saving NSW

15/02/2026

// Why were our beaches beaming with colour this weekend? This weekend has been HUGE across all areas of our organisation and what a perfect weekend to see clubs and patrols light up with the national initiative led by - Rainbow Beaches 🏳️‍🌈. More than 130 clubs participated helping to communicate to their communities that they support and welcome all. Clubs showcased the colours of the 🏳️‍🌈Progress Flag, they dressed up, used rainbow zinc, held colour runs, patrol parties, pride paddle outs and had the best time - as you can see - to visibly demonstrate their inclusion and support of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Find out more and make sure you get involved in 2026 via lifesaverswithpride.com.au

13/02/2026

// We warmly welcome the election of the first female President of SLSNSW in our 118-year history, Elissa Hancock.

Elissa brings significant experience to our growing organisation – most recently through her current role as Sydney Branch President and a Patrol Captain and Patron of Era SLSC.

Having amassed nearly four decades of experience across a range of Surf Life Saving areas, Elissa is a champion for youth and an advocate for evolution across the movement. She steps into the role vacated by Peter Agnew AM who was elected to the position of President of Surf Life Saving Australia in November last year.

Congratulations, Elissa, on your successful election. We look forward to working together to continue saving lives and supporting our incredible surf lifesaving community across the state.

13/02/2026

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This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills needed to manage emergency first aid situations and deliver competent emergency care until the arrival of professional medical support. Once completed, participants will obtain a first aid certificate that is valid for three years. The....

13/02/2026

// 🔵🏆 T E A M N S W 🏆🔵
Our state surf boat representative crews have brought home an incredible victory today at Wanda Beach at the Interstates. Congratulates to all eight crews who left nothing on the beach. So proud!

Team NSW has got it done on home sands again this season, they are our 2026 Surf Boat Interstate Champions! Check results on Liveheats here: https://ow.ly/B1cl50YeTGH

🏆 Team Surf Life Saving NSW
🥈 Surf Life Saving WA Sunshine
🥉 Surf Life Saving Queensland Cyclones
🔵Life Saving Victoria Blue
🔴Surf Life Saving SA Reds

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Catch the full replay of the race via YouTube channel.

13/02/2026

// 🏅 Aaaaand we're off! Another year of State Champs is underway, with the Lifesaving Championships kicking off at Swansea-Belmont SLSC today!

The Lifesaving Championships are a showcase of the link between surf sports and lifesaving, with competitors putting their skills to the test in a range of events highlighting the essential rescue techniques at the heart of the movement.

Competition continues across the weekend!

Your local club Ingenia Holiday Parks ABE'S BAGELS Lake Macquarie City Council

13/02/2026

// It’s official. A public holiday has been declared today in Pambula on the Far South Coast after Cooper Woods, ex Pambula SLSC nipper, became our newest Olympic Gold Medallist last night! Club Captain Andrew Holt said the small town was stoked.

“Coop was always very talented and full of cheek. Everything was a race. There was only one speed for him and that was flat out.”

With both parents having been surfboat rowers, this skiing superstar was bound to be a serious competitor.

“The determination of that kid,” recalls Andrew, “if anyone was gonna win a gold medal at the Olympics, it was gonna be Cooper.

“We’re just so proud of him, it’s an inspiration for all the other young kids around here. Kid from a country club, comes home with a gold medal, that doesn’t happen very often.”

📸 Australian Olympic Team

12/02/2026

// Dream of competing in the Olympics? Your surf lifesaving skills could be your key. Jump in and join the Kayak JETS Program with coaches Jake Michael, Ross Chaffer and . If you’re U15-U17 it’s your opportunity to give it a crack even if just to improve ski paddling skills.

For more info email Jemma.smith@nswis.com.au or catch her on the beach at State Champs.

Applications close 8th March.

12/02/2026

// A SLSNSW drone was deployed to Bungan beach today after reports of a shark in the water and a dolphin washing up on shore. The drone spotted three bull sharks and the beach was quickly closed.

Bungan beach remains closed til at least the end of the day, and we're urging the public to take care around the water.

10/02/2026

// We’re incredibly proud to announce the NSW Interstate Surf Boat Team for 2026. These eight crews are some of the top crews in the country, NSW holds arguably the toughest competitive pool of crews in Australia, so making this team is a testament to the hard work, early mornings and grit required.

Congratulations:
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Good luck, row strong and run fast!

The 2026 Surf Life Saving Australia Surf Boat Interstate Challenge will be held on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Wanda Beach, NSW, in conjunction with the ASRL Open (Feb 12-15)

09/02/2026

// Aside from carnivals and Nippers on our beaches there is also a team of trainers and educators running all kinds of courses to help community members become lifesavers or up-skilling current members. Clubs have courses running all year round so if you've ever thought about joining, there's no better time than now. A huge thank you to all our volunteer trainers and facilitators, it's such an important job passing on the skills and information to help save lives.

🏊 27 Rescues
⛑️ 121 First Aids
✋ 3,235 Preventative Actions
👣 187,692 Beach Attendance

This pic is from the newly qualified Surf Rescue Certificate patrol members at Helensburgh-Stanwell Park Surf Life Saving Club.

If you’re planning your next beach day, take a moment to check conditions and choose a patrolled location at beachsafe.org.au

07/02/2026

// Branch Championships across the state are wrapping up ahead of State Champs starting next weekend. Here’s a look at some of the smiles and good times at local carnivals this weekend.

06/02/2026

// And just like that we are one week out from the biggest event in the SLSNSW surf sports calendar⚡️The countdown is real, the energy is huge and clubs across the state are gearing up for an unforgettable 3 weeks of competition.

Late entries for Masters, Open and Surfboat close NEXT Wednesday 11 February, and Adaptive entries close THIS Sunday 8 February.

State Champs is nearly here. Let’s goooo💪🌊

Your local club Ingenia Holiday Parks ABE'S BAGELS Lake Macquarie City Council