SURF LIFE S AVING AUS TR A LI A
Annual Report 2021-22
Contents S E C T I O N 01
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Introduction
Awards & Honours
SECTION 02
SECTION 06
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SLSA Operations
Statistical Summaries
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SEC TION 07
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Governance & Oversight
Surf Life Saving Entities
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SECTION 08
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Financial Report
Glossary of Terms
S E C T I O N 01
Introduction
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INTRODUCTION
President’s Reports
It has been another challenging summer for our volunteer surf lifesavers and lifeguards, and tragically we saw the highest number of coastal drowning deaths recorded since SLSA began collecting data in 2004.
coastal drowning deaths, a sixteen per cent increase on the 10 year average of 122. Without the dedication and professionalism of our volunteers and staff, this grim figure would have been a lot higher.
The over-representation of men continues to be an alarming trend with eighty-nine per cent being male. The 40-44 years, followed by 30-34, 35-39 and 65-69 year age groups recording the highest number of coastal drowning deaths.
I would like to warmly thank all of our members for everything you do to keep our coastline and communities safe.
Throughout the year surf lifesavers performed more than 1.3 million volunteer patrol hours, 8,916 rescues, over 1.6 million preventative actions and 58,390 first aid cases. Sadly, there was a total of 208 deaths on our coastline with a record 141
Over the past season we have seen devastating floods hit in NSW and QLD, and our lifesavers were deployed to help with rescues and emergency relief efforts. At the height of the floods, over 1,000 lifesavers were deployed to assist with evacuations, delivery of food and supplies, flood intelligence and support for the SES and police. Our thoughts go out to all who have been impacted.
The Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopters, LS45 in Queensland and Lifesaver 21 and 23 in NSW, were involved in various taskings including extracting members of the public, search and rescue operations, supply drops, assisting other emergency services to access flooded areas and helping rebuild communication systems. Over the last 10 years, surf lifesavers have been increasingly called upon to help during natural disasters. The ‘red and yellow’ brand is universally trusted across the country and our skilled volunteers can play a greater role in helping protect communities beyond the coast.
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I would like to congratulate all those surf lifesavers involved. Once again you have done our movement proud. Surf Life Saving is the largest volunteer movement in Australia, and we are also the largest volunteer emergency service in the country. What you do as volunteers continues to earn you the respect and admiration of communities all around the country.
SLSA HONOURS While our volunteers don’t seek accolades for what they do, it’s important to celebrate their achievements when they are recognised. This past year twenty seven Surf Lifesavers were honoured with awards by the Governor-General of Australia, 16 members were honoured for their outstanding service in the Australia Day Honours and a further 11 of our members were honoured in the Queen’s
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Birthday Honours and I would like to warmly congratulate them and thank them for everything they do for Surf Life Saving.
recognises long and diligent service in organisations that are dedicated to protecting life and property at a degree of risk to their members.
I would also like to congratulate our five newest SLSA Life Members who were awarded their life membership this season. SLSA Life Membership is the highest honour we can give to those members who show incredible commitment and distinguished service to our movement. Congratulations to Alan Seeney, Michael Bate, Donald Marsh, Wayne McLennan and John Mills OAM.
G OV E R N M E N T R E L AT I O N S
To the 123 surf lifesavers who were awarded with the National Medal, as well as First Clasps, Second Clasps and Third Clasps for their sustained service and commitment to Surf Lifesaving, congratulations. The National Medal is awarded to individuals on behalf of the Governor-General of Australia, and
SLSA continued to engage heavily with the Government across the year with a focus on securing the doubling of the Beach Safety Equipment Fund to help support Surf Life Saving Clubs who have been struggling to purchase vital lifesaving equipment We were able to secure bipartisan support where we received commitments from the Coalition and the ALP prior to the Federal election to double this funding over the next three fiscal years.
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SLSA was grateful to receive a renewal of the Vocational, Education and Training Program and Water and Snow Safety Grant (our core funding) during the last parliamentary term.
We are also honoured to continue our relationships with BRP, Dulux, Kellogg’s and FINZ who are all committed to the movement. Their support allows us to concentrate on what we do best, saving lives on Australian beaches.
Directors, Adam Hodge and Christine Hopton OAM, I thank you for your years of dedication to ensure that the Surf Life Saving Foundation not only remains one of Australia’s most trusted charities, but is world-class.
A DV I S O RY CO M M I T T E E S
Surf Life Saving is Australia’s peak water safety organisation and with 189,997 members, we are also the largest volunteer movement in the country.
I would like to thank all our Parliamentary Friends of Surf Life Saving for continuing to help us communicate key water safety messages and encouraging people in their electorates to become involved in Surf Life Saving. To our co-chairs, the Hon. Matt Thistlethwaite MP and the former Member for Mackellar, Jason Falinski, thank you for your strong support of everything we do.
CO R P O R AT E PA R T N E R S H I P S SLSA is extremely proud of our National Partnership portfolio, and we recognise and appreciate the valuable contribution our partners make to the organisation. The relationship we have with our major national partners in Ampol, DHL, Isuzu Ute Australia and Westpac are examples of SLSA’s commitment to the longevity and growth of our corporate connection.
I would like to thank our SLSA Advisory Committee Chairs and Members for their contribution to the strategic goals and operations of SLSA, particularly Chris Jacobson (Lifesaving), Andrew Buhk (Sport), Nancy Joseph (Development) and Tracey Hare-Boyd (Education).
To all our amazing volunteers you are the heart and soul of one of the greatest humanitarian organisations in Australia. Thank you.
S L S A B OA R D
Yours in Surf Lifesaving
To my fellow Board members, I warmly thank you for your passion and professionalism in continuing to drive our movement forward. I know how hard you all work both on the beach as well as back of beach.
John Baker ESM President Surf Life Saving Australia
To our retiring SLSA Directors, Mark Fife OAM SLSQ and Suzanne Storrie, thank you for your sustained and significant contribution to SLSA and the movement as a whole. To our retiring Foundation
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CEO's Report
The 2021-2022 season marked year two of SLSA’s Surf Life Saving 2025 Strategic Plan (SLS2025). The importance of SLS2025 is to further increase the capacity and capability of the organisation to; save lives, create great Australians and build better communities whilst maintaining the vision of ‘zero preventable deaths' in Australian waters. The four Strategic Goals of SLS2025 are: 1. Save Lives 2. Develop and support our people 3. Grow and sustain our movement 4. Engage the community.
In 2021-22, SLSA welcomed both Stuart Paine (SLST) and Ray Hall (SLSNT) to the SLSA Board and farewelled two long standing Board members; Stephen Godfrey (SLST) and Grant Barnett (SLSNT). I would like to personally thank both Stephen and Grant for their assistance, enthusiasm, and devotion to the organisation. On behalf of the SLSA Board, I would like to thank Adam Hodge and Christine Hopton OAM, for their dedication and service on the SLSF Board. With their guidance and advice, our Foundation has remained world class.
The consolidated entity returned a surplus of $215k from $73.8M in revenue. This is after $25.1M in distributions including $5.9M from the Surf Life Saving Foundation’s philanthropic and commercial activities. The Grant Seeking Unit (GSU) once again delivered outstanding results, with a record $11.9M in grants achieved, a 25% increase on the previous year. Despite numerous challenges due to restrictions and lockdowns, the GSU continued to deliver and lodged an impressive 454 grants during 2021-22.
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Over the season $35.7M contributions have been provided to Surf Life Saving entities. This is an amazing achievement, of which I am sure all entities are extremely appreciative of. SLSA continued to have strong support from the Australian Government. We are appreciative of support we have received through our Chief Patron, GovernorGeneral of Australia, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd). SLSA would also like to thank and acknowledge the Hon Scott Morrison MP for his support as our Vice Patron in his capacity as the Prime Minister, along with our co-chairs of the Parliamentary Friends of Surf Life Saving, Jason Falinski MP in his capacity as the Member for Mackellar and the Hon Matt Thistlethwaite MP, Member for Kingsford Smith. Our thanks also go to Senator the Hon Richard Colbeck for all his support of Surf Life Saving’s activities and events during his time as the Minister for Sport. Prior to the 2022 Federal election, SLSA was successful in receiving a commitment from both major parties to double the Beach Safety Equipment Grant over the next three years. We are extremely thankful for the bipartisan support and the strong relationships that have we have with our government stakeholders.
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SLSA is also extremely grateful for our longstanding National Major Partners and their continued support of the organisation during a challenging period. Thank you to Westpac, Ampol, DHL and Isuzu. During the 2021-22 season, 1.31M volunteer patrol hours were performed, a total of 8,916 rescues, 58,390 first aid treatments administered, and 1,634,223 preventative actions were undertaken. I would like to personally thank all of the dedicated and passionate Surf Lifesavers, SLS support operations and ALS Lifeguards for their ongoing commitment and support during the 2021-22 season. Unfortunately, the 2021-22 season was again impacted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however despite these challenges, the first sporting event, to be held since the start of the pandemic; the Coolangatta Gold was successfully conducted with the assistance of Queensland based Officials and SLSA staff. Due to state border closures the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships venue was changed from Perth WA to the Gold Coast QLD; with the event successfully being conducted. The event also saw the introduction of a digital ‘paperless’ system to manage the events and record results, this innovation proving extremely successful. Despite challenges with restrictions and lockdowns, the SLSA Women’s Mentoring Program continued to expand, with cohort three being launched in November 2021, the largest group to date of 66 women. This season also saw the continued expansion of the Publications app, Assessing app and learning app; assisting with the reduction of paperwork for many clubs. We also saw the introduction of the National Integrity Framework, revamped
Online Reporting System and a substantial increase in members undertaking Child Safe Awareness Training. I would personally like to thank State and Territory Centres, volunteers, and staff, for their ongoing dedication in supporting SLSA to deliver many of the extraordinary outcomes as highlighted within this year’s Annual Report. I am extremely appreciative for the comradery and joint approach of the State and Territory CEO’s with whom I work closely with through the Executive Management Group. I look forward to continuing to build our working relationship, share innovative ideas and put in place strategic goals for these to come to fruition. The organisation is very fortunate to have a volunteer leadership team that continues to support and inspire me. I would like to thank our President and Chairman John Baker ESM, the SLSA Board of Directors and Advisers, who dedicate their time and are extremely enthusiastic about continuing to improve and innovate the organisation, whilst meeting the objectives as outlined within the Strategic Plan. I would also like to personally thank our 189,997 members for their continuous dedication to our movement, especially our patrolling members who have a vital role in keeping our coastline safe. Lastly, I would like to express my appreciation and thanks to all the SLSA staff for their continual commitment, passion, and support despite the ongoing challenges that 2021-22 has presented.
Adam Weir Chief Executive Officer Surf Life Saving Australia
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INTRODUCTION
Who we are Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) is Australia's peak coastal water safety, drowning prevention and rescue authority. With 189,997 members, of all age groups and demographics across 314 affiliated Surf Life Saving Clubs (SLSCs), SLSA represents the largest volunteer movement of its kind in Australia. Since Surf Life Saving was established in 1907, over 715,000 lives have been saved. In 2021-22 our Surf Life Saving active members were involved in 8,916 rescues, 58,390 first aid treatments and more than 1.63 million preventative actions. Surf Life Saving volunteers carried out more than 1.3 million patrol hours. Surf Life Saving is a unique not-for-profit, community cause that exists through community donations, fundraising, corporate sponsorship and government grants.
W H Y W E E X I S T— O U R MISSION Surf Life Saving exists to save lives, create great Australians and build better communities. Australian beaches have long occupied a special place in Australian culture. With eighty-five per cent of the population living within 50km of the coast and more than 500 million visitations annually, the beach is a place where people of all backgrounds can come together to enjoy our vast coastline. The vision of Surf Life Saving is zero preventable deaths in Australian waters, and we are committed to educating and protecting all people to further reduce the number of coastal drowning fatalities. Despite significant advancements in technology, techniques and knowledge, many still lack a basic level of awareness when it comes to water safety. It is because of this those coastal drowning deaths still occur in unacceptable numbers.
With COVID causing restrictions with travel overseas and other locations, recreation within state or more localised areas has resulted in greater visitations to areas of the coast which are not well known by visitors. This increased domestic coastal influx is further contributing to coastal incidents with a lack of awareness around safety.
W H AT W E D O Creating safe environments on and off Australian beaches is an integral part of the Surf Life Saving movement and is enabled through a range of support operations. These operations include: 24/7 emergency response groups, rescue helicopter services, jet rescue boats, offshore rescue boats, rescue watercraft, surveillance systems, radio control and coordination centres, and volunteer lifesaving services. Surf Life Saving, through the state and territory centres, operates the Australian Lifeguard Service (ALS), the country's largest lifeguard service, providing essential lifesaving services to local government and other coastal land managers.
O U R S T R AT E G I E S SLSA has developed a strategic plan that will guide the Surf Life Saving movement through to the year 2025. The focus of the 2025 Strategic Plan is to further enhance the capacity and capability of the movement to save lives, create great Australians and build better communities. The four pillars of our current Strategic Plan that guide us to achieve our mission are: 1. Save Lives 2. Develop and support our people 3. Grow and sustain our movement 4. Engage the community
O U R S TA K E H O LD E R S Our principal stakeholders are those who use the Australian coastline, and those who are directly or indirectly impacted by our actions, or who support our activities.
CO M M U N I T Y • Members: SLSA has a duty of care to protect its members as they carry out their duties on and off the beach • Potential members: The organisation relies on new recruits to maintain and increase lifesaving services • Beach-going community: SLSA communicates with diverse communities via a variety of different programs and channels, including public advertising and awareness campaigns and the distribution of educational resources • Donors: SLSA communicates to our donors, the Guardians of the Surf regularly through the SLS Foundation.
G OV ER N M EN T Parliamentary Friends of Surf Life Saving (Australian Government): This is a bipartisan group where SLSA invites parliamentarians to participate and support ongoing activities to highlight Surf Life Saving's key initiatives. • Australian Government departments and agencies: SLSA relies on support from the following Australian Government departments and agencies for several of our programs: • Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet • Department of Health • Sport Australia • Sport Integrity Australia • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade • Department of the Environment and Energy
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• Other levels of government: • State and territory entities have direct relationships with state governments, while our clubs liaise with their local councils • For specific activities, namely national sporting events, SLSA will invite stakeholders from federal, state and local government • Parliamentarians: In order to maintain our positioning as the peak organisation for coastal safety, we engage with elected members of parliament on an ongoing basis, particularly those representing coastal seats. • SLSA liaises with the NSW Government and Resilience NSW as it’s a major funding partner of the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service (Southern Region).
CO R P O R AT E • Corporate Partners: The majority of our programs are funded by a number of corporate partners. We also actively seek new partners to ensure the longterm sustainability of the movement. SLSA encourages all Australian corporates to include Surf Life Saving in their Workplace Giving Program.
I N T ER N A L • State and territory centres: state and territory entities represent our members on the SLSA Board.
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SLSA have regular contact with our owners through Board meetings and other forums. • Staff.
FUNDING As a community cause, SLSA relies on the Australian Government, corporate partners and donors to fund the majority of its activities. About one third of the parent entity's funding comes from the Australian Government. The remaining two thirds is secured via national corporate partners, fundraising, licensing and fees for competitions. The SLS Foundation actively conducts fundraising around Australia on behalf of SLSA and our state and territory entities while SLSCs also conduct their own fundraising activities. The state and territory entities (which report separately), to support their lifesaving activities, are engaged in commercial activities such as education, training and the provision of contract lifeguard services to local government and other land managers.
S TAT U TO RY O B LI G AT I O N S A N D OV E R S I G H T SLSA is a company limited by guarantee under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). SLSA is also a charity registered with the ACNC and a registered charitable institution under the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 (NSW).
• SLSA has three wholly owned subsidiaries. • The Surf Life Saving Foundation is a company limited by guarantee under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). It too is registered with the ACNC and operates under the charitable fundraising legislation in each of the states and territories where it is registered. • Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Ltd is a proprietary limited company under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). It too is a charity registered with the ACNC and a registered charitable institution under the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 (NSW). • Surf Sports Australia Pty Ltd is a proprietary limited company under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
ABOUT THIS REPORT This is the Annual Report of Surf Life Saving Australia Ltd. The Surf Life Saving movement is made up of 503 separate legal entities, including state and territory entities, clubs, branches and support operations. The financial accounts of these entities, whose relationship with SLSA Ltd is further described in section four, are not consolidated here. However, the activities and achievements of all surf lifesavers are consolidated and reported.
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Highlights
8,916 FIRST AID TREATMENTS
1,634,223 PREVENTATIVE ACTIONS
81,364 3.8% GROWTH IN JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP
44,272 MEMBERS
VOLUNTEER HOURS ON PATROL
MEMBERS MEMBERSHIP GROWTH OVER 2021-22
5,598 MEDALLIONS
LEARNING
COURSES COMPLETED
250% INCREASE
OVER 2 YEARS
$35.7 MILLION CONTRIBUTIONS TO SURF LIFE SAVING ENTITIES
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Surf Life Saving 2025 Strategic Plan
VISION
MISSION
Zero preventable deaths in Australian waters.
We save lives, create great Australians and build better communities.
Surf Life Saving Strategic Plan Goals 1 S ave Lives
2 D evelop and support our people
3 G row and sustain our movement
4 E ngage the community
2.1 P roviding and promoting engaging leadership and learning opportunities 2.2 R ecognising and rewarding achievement and success 2.3 Developing and promoting great events 2.4 Growing a safety culture 2.5 P romoting the positive contribution of SLS volunteers 2.6 Provide accessible and diverse pathways for members within SLS
3.1 Protecting and enhancing the brand to drive internal and external support 3.2 D eveloping effective strategic and operational alignment across all levels of the organisation 3.3 M aking it easier for volunteers, staff and the community to contribute to the movement 3.4 Ensuring, maintaining and promoting sound financial and governance practices
4.1 I ncreasing awareness of SLS’s positive contribution to the community 4.2 Encouraging and providing opportunities for the community to engage with SLS 4.3 Being an inclusive organisation that promotes accessibility and diversity 4.4 B eing actively engaged in reflecting community expectations particularly in the areas of environmental and sustainability issues
• We will be using best practice technologies to enhance the learning experience for our people and the community. • Education is meeting the needs of our people, the community and key stakeholders. • We have clearly aligned leadership pathways throughout the movement. • We are identifying potential leaders early, providing opportunities for development and mentoring. • We are recognising and celebrating the diverse achievements of our people. • We are reporting decreasing injury and accident rates involving our people. • Safety of our people remains first and foremost, with Lost Time Injury (LTI) rates reducing year on year. • Our events are recording growth in participant and partner support. • SLS pathways generate an uplift in membership and participation in SLS.
• Our brand is protected, valued and recognised. • Our brand is in the top 5 most trusted brands for the NFP sector. • Strategic financial results are defined and met. • SLS Strategic Plans are aligned at national, state and club level. • National and State risk and compliance registers are current, shared and reported. • We are leveraging technology to enable our people, community and partners to easily contribute to SLS. • Fundraising activities (donor and lottery) are growing revenue annually and growing the return to the movement. • We are increasing nongovernment revenue by a minimum 2%.
• Our membership is growing and retention rates increasing. • We can measure an increasing level of engagement of a diverse range of communities. • Our Champions and Guardians supporters are increasing by 3% annually. • SLSA reports on distribution of funds transparently across the movement annually. • We can update the organisation’s economic impact annually. • Proactive initiatives and policy are developed to support community expectations and trends
Strategies 1.1 A lways being rescue ready 1.2 Maximizing safety between the flags 1.3 W orking to reduce drowning and injury rates 1.4 L eading evidenced based research and innovation 1.5 H aving industry best practice risk management systems 1.6 B y leading and delivering as the peak coastal safety body 1.7 S upporting drowning prevention internationally, particularly in the Asia Pacific region Success Factors • There have been no drowning deaths between the flags. • The per capita drowning and injury rates are below the 5-year rolling average. • As the peak coastal water safety body, we have leading representation on international and national water safety / drowning prevention bodies. • We provide opportunities for our people to participate in activities internationally and within the Asia-Pacific and can report and promote these efforts. • State / Territory entities are included in Emergency Management Arrangements. • Patrolling membership increases year on year. • Lifesaving programs and initiatives increase reach into communities year on year. • An increasing proportion of patrolling members are participating in surf sports and / or modified sports activities.
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2021-22 Scorecard
2020 Strategic Intent
What we achieved in 2021-22
What we will achieve in 2022-23
1.1 Always being rescue ready
• Updates to Patrol Ops App to include reporting and recording tools • Helicopter operations extended within emergency services • Finalise IRB trials of equipment to ensure fit for purpose for SLS use • Frontline members courses for lifesaving operations developed and implemented • Provided opportunity for update of equipment through BSEF and BRP Equipment Program
• Patrol Ops App is under continual review and development. Award checking will be added for this season to ensure patrolling members have the correct awards for their inclusion in the patrol • Review of essential frontline equipment • Support to upgrade equipment through funding initiatives
1.2 M aximising safety between the flags
• Policies in line with schedules reviewed and updated • Continue to report on our activities and operations to Government to ensure ongoing support and funding • Secured the doubling of Beach Safety Equipment Fund for clubs • Renewed the Water and Snow Safety Funding agreement (our core funding) for the next 3 years • Blackspot Funding program delivered and managed with states for year 1 of program • Engagement with AFAC and other Emergency Authorities • Work with Partnerships on funding programs for services, i.e., Ampol, DHL, Isuzu, Westpac
• Annual policy review will be conducted in time for the May deadline. • Securing the doubling of Beach Safety Equipment Fund for clubs • Management of year 2 of Blackspot funding • Engagement with emergency service groups
1.3 W orking to reduce drowning and injury rates
• Surf Risk Rating systems updated with online module provided for learning • New BeachSafe framework completed • Rip Current safety program promoted and delivered • New Australian Water Safety Strategy developed and published • Maintain engagement with the Australian Water Safety Council • Delivery against the Australian Water Safety Strategy • Secured video messages of support from the Prime Minister and Opposition Leader promoting National Water Safety Day.
• Secure political support for key water safety initiatives • Continue to deliver against strategies in the Australian Water Safety Plan • Maintain relationship with Australian Water Safety Council • Development of Surf Risk Rating to include ‘Water Safety’ and ‘Patrol Services’
1.4 L eading evidenced based research and innovation
• National Coastal Safety Report 2021 delivered. • Research and findings presented on Young Males • Continue to meet with and comply with requirements from NCIS • Update database to meet needs and changes in criteria • Continue to work with RAWG to ensure a strategic agenda for research maintained • Continue to develop Beach Safety Research team with UNSW and other collaborations • Presentation of research and findings at key forums internally and externally
• National Coastal Safety Report 2022 delivered • Coastal Safety Briefs developed and published • Presentation of research and findings at key forums internally and externally • Maintain relationship with NCIS
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1.5 Having industry best practice risk management systems
• Continued to consult with Australian Standards and contribute towards discussions • Development of new iRisk tool for audit and coastal safety management systems • Review and update requirements around PPE as required • Continue to develop and promote the SRR app • Review and put in place compliance systems for lifesaving equipment
• Consult with Australian Standards and contribute towards discussions • Continue to develop and promote the SRR app • Review compliance systems for lifesaving equipment
1.6 B y leading and delivering as the peak coastal safety body
• Leadership and support to the coastal safety, research and lifesaving areas of the organisation • Participate in emergency service and agency forums inclusive of ANZSBEG, AFAC, ATAG, Austswim, Australian Water Safety Council • Continue to work with collaboratively with SLS New Zealand on programs an initiative. Including but not limited to Rip Currents, Bystander Rescues, IRBs • Delivered the National Coastal Safety Report • Developed Coastal Safety Reports for other states (NSW, TAS, SA, WA, NT) and assisted Vic and Qld
• Promotion and development of content for key Coastal Safety activities including National Coastal Safety Report, Coastal Safety Briefs, key awareness days such as National Water Safety Day, World Drowning Prevention Day as well as other opportunities in general around summer.
1.7 Supporting drowning prevention internationally, particularly in the Asia Pacific region
• ILS representation on Committees/Commissions and working groups • Maintained relationships within the Asia Pacific area in partnership with ILS • Facilitated and provided leadership for international exchanges and developments
• Maintain ILS representation on Committees/ Commissions and working groups • Continue to develop relationships within the Asia Pacific area in partnership with ILS • Continue to facilitate and provide leadership for international exchanges and developments
2. Develop and support our people 2.1 Providing and promoting engaging leadership and learning opportunities
• Completed Womens Mentoring Program Cohort 2 and launch Cohort 3 in November 2021 • Continued to report on our education and training activities to the Government to ensure ongoing support for VET funding • Commenced development of 9th Edition Powercraft Manual and associated resources • Implemented the Credit Articulated Model, completed a trial in two clubs in SLSNSW • Developed online TAF re-endorsement forms for NSW, QLD, SA and TAS • Implemented enhancements for the Assessing App and Learning Management System which make the lives of our members easier • Reviewed and piloted the Silver Medallion Patrol Captains course • Implemented the recommendations from the VET Review in conjunction with the working group • Worked in partnership with our eLearning provider to ensure that our online courses are fit for purpose
• Deliver Masterclass 2022 and National Leadership College 2023 • Continue with Womens Mentoring Program Cohort 3 (Graduating Nov 2022) and launch Cohort 4 in Nov 2022 • Continue to report on our education and training activities to the Government to ensure ongoing support for VET funding • Continue development of 9th Edition Powercraft Manual (digital) and associated resources • Continue with the Credit Articulated Model, rolling out to other states/territory • Roll out improved electronic TAF re-endorsement form in QLD, SA, TAS and NSW • Continue to investigate enhancements for the Assessing App and Learning Management System which will result in making the lives of our members easier • Roll out the Silver Medallion Patrol Captain course • Continue to work with the Compliance working group to ensure that our systems and processes are efficient and not duplicated across borders • Continue to work with our eLearning provider to ensure that our online courses are fit for purpose • Continue to progress pathways for women into leadership positions through SLSA’s role on the Coalition of Change (Sport cohort) group.
2.2 Recognising and rewarding achievement and success
• Administered the national patrol service program and national medals. • Produced a Life Members newsletter • Run a national Awards of Excellence • Review applications and recommend members for Hall of Fame and Life Membership recognition.
• Recognise recipients of SLSA Rescue Medals at Parliament House in Canberra and via media and internal SLSA channels • Implement a process at state level to promote and streamline the National Medal application procedure.
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2.3 D eveloping and promoting great events
• Delivered successful suite of Elite events including Nutri Grain Ironman and Ironwomen Series, Super Surf Teams League, Coolangatta Gold and Ocean Thunder Surf Boat Series. • Delivered a successful Australian Open, Masters and Youth Championships • Developed technology in surf sports events to drive efficiencies and increase the user experience. Includes the Surf Sports APP, SEMs and paperless delivery of our events through the introduction of Live Heats into the Australian Championships • Developed and implemented further electronic courses for the education and development of officials and coaches. • Conducted a review of the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships.
• Deliver a successful suite of National Events including IRB Championships, Pool Rescue Championships and Interstate Championships. • Deliver a successful Australian Youth, Masters and Open Championships • Deliver a successful elite suit of events including an Ironman and Ironwoman Series, Coolangatta Gold and Ocean Thunder Surf Boat Series. • Relaunch and develop a sustainable model for the future of Beach Warrior • Partner with the ASRL to deliver the Australian Team Selection Trial, National Short Course Surf Boat Championships and Surf Boat Interstate Championships. • Further develop and deliver Officials and Coaches aids through Coach Connect and Official Connect. • Partner with the ARL to further develop the Sweep Academy. • Continue to develop digital technology assets in surf sports to drive efficiencies and improve the user experience. • Continue to review models and processes for the Australian Championships • Develop communications plans including marketing, media, digital and content to promote SLSA Sporting Events
2.4 G rowing a safety culture
• Concluded review of the Member Protection Policy including Child Safe policy and resources and rolled out new Integrity policies to membership. • Set up and introduced the National integrity Framework which in charge of the six SLSA integrity policies. • SLSA Staff, the Board and EMG completed the Child Safe Awareness course.
• Establishment of Child Safe refresher course. • Ongoing rollout of Child Safe Awareness course. • Work with SIA on the enhancement of compliance framework for Integrity Policies and relevant resources.
2.5 Promoting the positive contribution of SLS volunteers
• Continue to promote the positive contribution of surf lifesavers at Parliamentary Friends of Surf Life Saving functions and through our ongoing engagement with government stakeholders
• Re-establish Parliamentary Friends of Surf Life Saving Group for new parliamentary term.
2.6 P rovide accessible and diverse pathways for members within SLS
• Implemented recommendations from the National Youth Review • Reviewed the Junior Development Resource (JDR) Kit • Recruited four Advisory positions into the Development Advisory Committee
• Continue to implement recommendations from the National Youth Review
3. Grow and sustain our movement 3.1 P rotecting and enhancing the brand to drive internal and external support
• Ensure all breaches of IP receive appropriate communication within 5 business days post alert • Continue to deliver on the Water and Snow Safety funding activities which are consistent with the key outcomes from the Australian Water Safety Strategy 2025. • Delivered on the VET funding activities in conjunction with the states to achieve the key outcomes.
• Updated Brand Guidelines developed in consultation and conjunction with state entities to maintain the value and integrity of the SLSA Brand. Creation of updated Digital Asset Library for use by all state entities.
3.2 Developing effective strategic and operational alignment across all levels of the organisation
• Ensure policies are annually reviewed to ensure compliance with relevant jurisdictions and confirm that they remain relevant for the membership. • Ensured that SLSA and state entities continued to deliver contractual obligations for national corporate partners annually.
• Ensure that SLSA and state entities continue to deliver contractual obligations for national corporate partners annually. • Will commence Policy review cycle in November and ensure all relevant policies are reviewed, and/or amended by the May deadline.
3.3 Making it easier for volunteers, staff and the community to contribute to the movement
• iMIS upgraded to a supported version or redeveloped with a new solution. • Project to be comprehensively documented with all Roadmap recommendations prioritised and timelines for delivery agreed.
• IMIS replacement project kicked-off for the initial stages of the project. • GSU System selection from the RFP and project funded and initiated.
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• iMIS upgrade project governance agreed and established. • Commence review of Privacy obligations and compliance outside of requirements related to data. • Create a suite of regularly produced standard performance reports. • Create a contact management system for GSU. • Utilised existing market research and our own database to identify and go after new target markets.
• Prize home research to be conducted with existing lottery subscribers to understand desired locations and property types. • Investigate new possible donor acquisition opportunities and submit a business case. • Commence review of privacy obligations and compliance. • Utilise existing market research and our own database to identify and go after new target markets. • Continue with cross-sell, upsell and conversion campaigns for both donors and lottery customers. • Continue regular decline management processes that support optimisation of regular givers and Champions Club members.
• Continued a regular decline management process to support retention of regular givers and Champions Club subscribers. • Craft and implement a Land Bank Strategy • Land Bank Strategy to be developed based on research of current and potential Champions Club members. • Implemented new elements to our finance systems to improve the user experience for the finance team and its interaction with the business.
• Implement new expenditure policies for all group entities.
4.1 Increasing awareness of SLS's positive contribution to the community
• Deliver on the Surf Life Saving 2025 Strategic Plan. • Promote key information about SLSA to the Federal Government through regular communication • Maintained relationships with partners Ampol, DHL, Isuzu Westpac, BRP, Dulux, and FINZ • Delivered the Surf Life Saving 2025 strategic plan.
• Maintain relationships with long term partners DHL, Westpac, BRP, Dulux and FINZ • Establish and maintain relationships with all sides of government to promote Surf Life Saving’s positive contribution to the community.
4.2 Encouraging and providing opportunities for the community to engage with SLS
• Continued to enhance supporter user experience through digital online functionality developments. • Continued to build successful fundraising commercial partnerships. Reviewed and implemented new champions benefits. • Reviewed and implemented improvements to the donor supporter journey. • Maintained meaningful and regular GSU performance reporting to help inform strategy. • Flexibility in GSU to create capacity to scale up.
• Continue to enhance and improve user experience (UX) through digital online functionality developments. • Continue working with existing partners to identify and collaborate on fundraising opportunities. • Introduce Innovation Fund project to national corporate partners as an opportunity. • Continue to build upon existing commercial fundraising partnerships. • Review the champions' membership journey and investigate new ways to acquire new members. • Continue the donor journey program across all donation channels that ensures best practice donor care at all stages of the donor journey. • Maintain meaningful and regular GSU performance reporting to help inform strategy. • Maintain flexibility in GSU to create capacity to scale up.
4.3 B eing an inclusive organisation that promotes accessibility and diversity
• To offer Inclusive Beaches Equipment Grants to support inclusive Nipper programs • Continue to work with Pride in Sport to become more inclusive and improve our Pride in Sport Index rating. • Continue to promote the Silver Salties Program and Seed Grant to clubs nationally
• Continue to offer Inclusive Beaches Equipment Grants to support inclusive Nipper programs • Continue to work with Pride in Sport to become more inclusive and improve our Pride in Sport Index rating. • Continue to assist states to promote the Silver Salties Program
4.4 B eing actively engaged in reflecting community expectations particularly in the areas of environmental and sustainability issues
• Continue to work with the Australian Government in relation to clean air emissions. • Continue to support our SLSC’s to access grants that support environmental activities. • Continue to further reduce our impact on the environment
• With the support of the GSU, SLSA was successful in securing a ‘Preparing Australian Communities – Local Stream’ grant for the next 3 years. SLSA will undertake a project on ‘Disaster preparedness along Australia’s coastline due to climate change’.
3.4 Ensuring, maintaining and promoting sound financial and governance practices
4. Engage the community
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Coastal Safety
Surf lifesavers continue to go above and beyond. The past three years have been ones of uncertainty with COVID-19 continuing to impact on the lives of many, not only throughout Australia but globally as well. However, people still visited the coast, albeit many sought locations not patrolled to ensure they were social distancing, which in turn was likely to have led to other issues. A greater part of the Australian community has also felt the impact of La Nina, with the country currently experiencing its third event in a row, a rare, but not unheard-of event. This cyclical weather phenomenon has resulted in significant rains and floods and, as many may recall, followed on from the devastating bush fires that impacted much of the country a couple of years ago. Almost 9,000 rescues were performed, along with close to 60,000 first aid treatments and more than 1.63 million preventative actions. This is an impressive number considering that for several states some significant restrictions were in place, evidence that despite much that has been going on, the coast is always a place of attraction. The ten-year averages equal approximately 10,500 rescues, 64,000 first aid treatments and more than 1.63 million preventative actions. It is with recognition of these numbers that we applaud the efforts of all our surf lifesaving members who continue to generously give up their time and put their lives on the line to save others. If not for these actions taken and the people rescued and assisted many more lives would have been lost, yet tragically 208 people did not go home after visiting the coast in the past 12 months. We experienced the highest number of coastal drowning deaths recorded since SLSA commenced record-keeping in 2004, with 141 lives lost to drowning, sixteen per cent above the ten-year
average of 122 coastal drowning deaths. This is a seventy per cent increase on coastal drowning deaths experienced in 2013-14, noting that this average has steadily increased in recent years from an average of 93 coastal drowning deaths for the 10-year period 2004-14. During this past year, our members have also responded to major flood events which have impacted the eastern coast of Australia in particular. More than 650 members from different states including New South Wales, Queensland and Tasmania were involved, providing expertise and support to other emergency service agencies as well as the community. They responded to more than 846 flood-related deployments assisting or rescuing almost 1,600 people. Services including flood technicians, inflatable rescue boat operators, the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopters from both Queensland and Sydney (Southern Region) along with drone operators and many other trained personnel. Surf Life
Saving has an important role to play in this space in the future, providing a skilled workforce that is agile and capable to respond to a range of situations.
RIP CURRENTS Research provided in the Rip Currents Coastal Safety Brief reports that 3.7 million Australians have been unintentionally caught in a rip current, with twenty-six per cent needing to be rescued or assisted to safety. Fifty-nine per cent of rip-related deaths occurred further than one kilometre away from a Surf Life Saving service, with fifty per cent recorded at unpatrolled locations during patrol season. Between 2011-21 SLSA have recorded 264 rip-currentrelated coastal deaths, ninety-six per cent of which were due to drowning. The majority of these deaths were males, with over half of all rip-related deaths occurring during the Summer months (Dec-Feb).
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The campaign has proven successful in creating a greater awareness that anyone can be impacted by a rip current and tragically these impacts can result in the loss of life.
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Concerningly, only forty-two per cent of beachgoers swim at a patrolled beach during patrol hours, while only forty-six per cent of beachgoers always look for rip currents before entering the water. Moreover with at least 17,000 rip currents across Australia on any given day, over half of Australian adults are not confident in their ability to identify a rip with less than ten per cent of adults reporting that they can confidently spot a rip. Our research also found that one in four people rarely or never look for a rip before they swim. For this past summer the ‘Think Line’ campaign was again promoted with beach visitors asked to STOP. LOOK. PLAN.
S TO P. to check for rips LO O K . for other dangers PL A N . how to stay safe
The data collected through the National Coastal Safety Survey (NCSS) show that coastal visitation, despite floods, COVID-19 and storm events, was still high on the agenda for many, with more than 14.2 million Australian adults aged sixteen and above visiting the coast on average three times a month. This is over 500 individual visitations to the coast. Our appetite for risk taking is still prevalent with thirty per cent of swimmers reporting that it was reasonable to consume alcohol before undertaking a coastal activity, while this number rose to almost fifty per cent for landbased fishers. The study found that only forty-four per cent of boat users wore lifejackets.
N AT I O N A L COA S TA L S A FE T Y R EP O R T 202 2 The National Coastal Safety Report 2022 reported on 208 coastal deaths recorded over the 2021-22 period. 141 of these were drowning related, being the highest number of coastal drowning deaths recorded in the past eighteen years.
A further 67 coastal fatalities were recorded, with 39 of these being unintentional. While young males have traditionally dominated the coastal drowning numbers, this year has shown a flatter profile with 30-75 year age groups more evenly distributed, with the 40-44 years, followed by 30-34, 35-39 and 65-69 year age groups recording the highest number of coastal drowning deaths. One thing that has not changed however, is that males are once again overrepresented accounting for eighty-nine per cent of all coastal drowning deaths. Swimming has again been the number one activity being undertaken at the time of the tragedy unfolding (29%), followed by boating and personal water craft (18%; aka PWC/Jet Ski), rock fishing (11%), snorkelling and fall-related incidents (both 8%). Swimming at remote and isolated locations accounted for almost half (49%) of coastal drowning deaths taking place more than five kilometres from a surf lifesaving service. We continue to work with and be indebted to the National Coronial Information System (NCIS) for the review of coastal drowning and fatalities. The NCIS provide SLSA access to key information relating to these incidents. The vision of NCIS is ‘Saving lives through the power of data’, one which clearly aligns with SLSA’s own vision and purpose.
OT H ER R E S E A RC H Continued investigation into a range of items ranging from partner engagement, mental health, young males, lifejackets, blue bottles, over 55’s, flood- and firerelated impacts, member injury and the impact of COVID-19 are just some examples of areas being investigated.
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Collaborations and partnerships with other research institutions is vital in assisting SLSA to investigate many of these projects and issues, which in turn will benefit the organisation and ultimately the coastal user. We are appreciative of the support and work being done with the University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, University of Central Queensland, as well as Flinders, James Cook, Griffith and Swinburne Universities.
Safety Report and delve deeper into the causal factors and understandings so the initiatives and programs can be designed to reduce incidents in the future.
COA S TA L S A F E T Y D E V E LO PM E N T S AU S T R A L I A N WAT ER S A FE T Y S T R AT EGY & CO U N C I L The Australian Water Safety Strategy (AWSS) plays an essential role in National, State and Territory, and community approaches to prevent drowning and promote safe use of the nation’s waterways. It outlines priority areas where Australia’s peak water safety bodies can work together to prevent drowning across Australia. The development of the Australian Water Safety Strategy took place over 12 months and was launched during 2021, with a National Water Safety Summit held in August 2022 attracting more than 200 water safety experts from across Australia and New Zealand, who came together to refocus attention onto drowning prevention and the joy of swimming. The Summit, led by Royal Life Saving Society – Australia and Surf Life Saving Australia, was designed around the key at-risk groups identified in the Australian Water Safety Strategy 2030. Over two days of intense discussion, the key themes that emerged were prevention, collaboration, co-design, and the value of sharing stories. Across the conference, many smaller organisations had the opportunity to learn from each other and share their experiences.
COA S TA L S A FE T Y B R I EF S SLSA continues to develop Coastal Safety Briefs throughout the year which are strategically released, aligned to when these have the most impact and meaning to the community. These are more detailed reports taken from data initially sourced for the National Coastal
More than 90% of drowning deaths occur in low and middle-income countries, with children under the age of five being at highest risk. These deaths are frequently linked to daily, routine activities, such as bathing, collecting water for domestic use, travelling over water on boats or ferries, and fishing. The impacts of seasonal or extreme weather events – including monsoons – are also a frequent cause of drowning. Most of these deaths are preventable. World Drowning Day recognises that ‘Anyone can drown – No one should’ with the challenge for all to ‘do one thing’ to save lives.
During this period, Coastal Safety Briefs for Lifejackets, Rip Currents and Young Males were developed and published.
B E AC H S A FE BeachSafe continues to grow and evolve reflecting the needs to users and latest information, facts and safety messaging. Further enhancements continue to be made to ensure this site remains current and interactive for users. SLSA welcomes the feedback and collaboration of SLS clubs and the community to ensure the information remains relevant and provides the best benefit to the Australian community
WAT ER S A FE T Y A N D D ROW N I N G PR E V EN T I O N I N I T I AT I V E S On 25 July the second World Drowning Prevention Day was conducted, supported by the WHO (World Health Organisation) and ILS (International Life Saving Federation). Drowning is one of the leading causes of death globally for children and young people aged 1-24 years. Every year, an estimated 236,000 people drown.
Within Australia a National Water Safety Day was conducted for the second time in December 2021 with government supporting the initiative and helping promote the message of drowning prevention. This was conducted in partnership with other representatives of the Australian Water Safety Council, with all working collaboratively to promote water safety messages. The opportunity here was to have as many groups and individuals engaging with water safety initiatives and messaging to create a greater awareness of the role every person can play as we head into the summer months.
I N N OVAT I O N The Surf Risk Rating system, and App, has gone through some rigorous processes that has seen it now used universally at surf sports events around the country. Modifications to make the app more intuitive, responsive and provides live details to others has proven popular. An online module was developed to assist more people to complete the program and work to include both patrol and water safety for training (lifesaving and sport), is currently in testing phase.
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Updates to Patrol Operations continue to take place with a working group regularly reviewing the system and tools and modifying to ensure that the program is meeting the needs of members and importantly simplifying processes. The growth in flood and swift water rescue programs continues with events over the past two years highlighting the need for SLS members to be more adaptable and responsive to situations as we are called on more and more. Programs developed by Surf Life Saving Tasmania have resulted in support being provided to others interstate for not only training but the provision of specialist operators in times of need.
CO LL A B O R AT I O N SLSA has been fortunate to present papers at key forums including the Australasian Fire and Emergency Service Authorities Council Conference, the Frontline Mental Health Conference, Australian Disaster Conference, and the Australian Water Safety Council in addition to a number of others.
Continued collaborative research partnerships remain crucial to drowning prevention work, including those with the Australian Fire and Emergency Services Council (AFAC), the Bureau of Meteorology, Flinders University, University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Central Queensland University, OmniPoll, CSIRO and many more. Through a range of collaborations SLS has been able to contribute to or lead research articles that have been published, these include: The role of alcohol and drug intoxication in fatal drowning and other deaths that occur on the Australian coast (Luke Strasiotto, Annabelle Ellis, Shane Daw & Jasmin C Lawes) Characteristics and beach safety knowledge of beachgoers on unpatrolled surf beaches in Australia (Lea Uebelhoer, William Koon, Mitchell D Harley, Jasmin C Lawes, & Robert W Brander).
Driving the blue fleet: Temporal variability and drivers behind bluebottle (Physalia physalis) beachings off Sydney (Natacha Bourg, Amandine Schaeffer, Paulina Cetina-Heredia, Jasmin C Lawes, & Daniel Lee).
W E S T PAC LI F E S AV E R R E S C U E H E LI CO P T E R S E RV I C E – SOUTHERN From dealing with and having to manage a range of complexities with COVID-19, through to the ongoing need of being able to respond efficiently and effectively, the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Services based at Cape Banks (Greater Sydney) and Moruya (Southern NSW) have delivered at the highest level. The past 12 months have seen a greater engagement with other emergency service groups with both Police and Ambulance working together with our services to ensure the public is provided the best possible service as quickly as possible. The relationship with all parties critical to ensuring that clear communication is provided to save a life. We continue to work tirelessly with the NSW Government to ensure all elements of the service exceed expectations while also remaining committed to delivering essential services to the community. During this time, we have also increased our work with AMSA (Australian Maritime Safety Authority) and SES (NSW State
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AV I AT I O N O PER AT I O N S The Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter has taken part in several emergency response situations through to longer term search operations and providing support to Government and other agencies during a period when we experienced floods, storms and COVID-19. The crews have been involved in providing support, performing evacuations and searches and checking on the welfare of people during floods, through to the search and retrieval of lost bushwalkers and performing search, rescue, resuscitation and recovery of persons from a wide range of incidents including rock fishing, boating, swimming, watercraft and diving. The missions undertaken have involved working with other agencies including New South Wales Police, Ambulance, and Surf Life Saving New South Wales.
Emergency Services) providing support for a range of incidents including floods and responding to craft (both water and aviation) in difficulty. We are fortunate to have a partner that is a passionate as we are. We thank and acknowledge Westpac as our naming rights sponsor for its ongoing support to the service. At the time of this report being available the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter will have celebrated 49 years of saving lives, we are looking forward to the big 50. The crew without doubt go above and beyond. They are passionate about what they do and proud to be part of this service which is iconic and continues to deliver an essential service to the community. To see a number of the crew recognised with awards over the past twelve months has been a pleasure, with all extremely humble noting that their only wish is to do their best so others can go home to their loved ones.
The support of the NSW Government, Police and Ambulance is truly appreciated. The development of relationships with these groups has grown and the service is better for it, however the community is the winner with all agencies working together to make a difference. Supporters including Randwick Council and Club Liverpool make our lives easier and we thank you for your continued support. Finally, to Westpac, as someone who has been a crew member (Adelaide) and now part of the service in Sydney for a combined total of 39 years please note our sincerest appreciation for your unwavering support that has allowed services around the country to grow and develop and more importantly do what we do best, save lives. A big thank you.
Further taskings have been undertaken including working with the State Emergency Service (SES) and the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). Our crews continue to be engaged and involved in multiagency exercises which are focussed on all agencies working together to achieve the best desired results for the community. SRHRS Snapshot 2021/2022 Available helicoptors
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Searches
183
Rescues
108
First aid
75
Lost people
34
Preventions
214
Missions
313
Hours
310
B U S I N E S S D E V E LO PM E N T We continue to work with and further develop relationships with a number of Westpac teams, who we have hosted at our La Perouse base. We have assisted Westpac with filming and photo opportunities as well as conducting a number of school visits when COVID permitted.
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Our partnership with Randwick City Council continues and we thank them for their ongoing support. We are excited by several projects centred around sustainability and community engagement, some of which will result in significant cost savings and allow us to redirect funds into operations. We continue to engage with the NSW Government, Westpac and other stakeholders in relation to our service expansion and capability enhancement projects. We have continued to support activities with the NSW Police who use our facility for training and meetings as well as the Regional Emergency Management Coordinators using the base for offsite activities. We have worked with NSW Ambulance.
FUNDR AISING Westpac as our main partner continues, now in its 49th year. The unwavering and passionate support of Westpac and its staff is without question, and we thank all for the contribution and commitment to helping us do what we do best, save lives.
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In addition to Westpac we acknowledge and recognise the support of Club Liverpool and NSW Clubs for the fundraising that takes place. Like many things, nothing happens by chance. The success of the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service is due to the efforts of many. From the support staff at the base and within SLSA through to those who support us in raising funds and those who donate to us to help keep us in the air, all have a role to play.
CO M M E R C I A L T R A I N I N G COVID had certainly restricted a lot of activity, however a range of courses and programs continue to be conducted. We continue to deliver and provide access and training for a number of courses and groups including the popular HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training) course.
It is also recognised that with a growing population and expanding use of our coast we need to continue to be innovative but also providing opportunities for the community to lifesavers in the community. Whether this is through essential skills such as CPR or First Aid through to public access equipment or education about recognising and avoiding dangerous situations. Appreciation is extended to Chris Jacobson as Chair Lifesaving. Chris goes above and beyond the requirements of his role as is an incredible champion for coastal safety. Thanks is also extended to the National Lifesaving Committees for their contribution and passion. As noted earlier, anyone can drown – no one should. By continuing to work together as a community we can make a difference, which may save a life.
CO N C LU S I O N For Coastal Safety there is many opportunities for the future. Surf lifesaving has recognised that we have a much broader role to play with recent major disasters showing that we are well trained and resourced to provide support to the broader community in times of need.
Shane Daw ESM General Manager Coastal Safety
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Sport
The 2021-22 season was still impacted by the COVID19 pandemic. Primarily this was due to a combination of various health order restrictions and State border closures. Unfortunately, due to the impact of the pandemic, the Australian IRB & Interstate Championship, the Australian Pool Rescue & Interstate Championships, and the Interstate Championships were cancelled for the 3rd year in succession. The summer season of 2021-22 commenced with the Coolangatta Gold in October with the introduction of a revised course for the long course event being an ‘out and back’ course based on a single transition area at Coolangatta. Unfortunately, COVID19 related State border closures impacted the event by preventing the attendance of many interstate competitors and officials. The event was successfully conducted by Queensland based Officials and SLSA staff. The 2021-22 Nutri Grain Ironman & Ironwoman Series commenced with the Trial in December held at Tugun on the Gold Coast. After a long hiatus, The Nutri Grain Ironman & Ironwoman Series returned to Bondi Beach in January 2022. 3 Rounds of the Series were scheduled for North Bondi along with the very successful Super Surf Teams League (SSTL) however after 2 days of gruelling competition the 3rd day was cancelled due to a Tsunami warning that closed the majority of NSW beaches. The Nutri Grain Ironman & Ironwoman Series culminated with 4 Rounds of challenging racing in early February at Kurrawa on the Gold Coast. After 6 Rounds of racing Harriett Brown (Female) and Ali Day (Male) were crowned Series Champions. The Nutri Grain Next Gen Series returned for the second year and again proved to be very successful. The Next Gen Series
was also conducted over 3 Rounds of racing at Kurrawa in conjunction with the Nutri Grain Ironman & Ironwoman Series. The COVID19 pandemic State border closures impacted the Australian Surf Life Championships with a change of venue from Perth WA to the Gold Coast QLD. The Youth, Masters and Open Championships were conducted over both the Nth Kirra and Kurrawa beaches. Just over 6000 competitors attended the Championships across the 9 days of the Youth, Masters and Open Championships. The Youth Championships was expanded with the introduction of the U13 Age Group across all events. A major innovation for the Australian Championships was the introduction of the Live Heats event management system. Through the Live Heats system, the Australian Championships experienced major efficiency gains through a digital ‘paperless’ system to manage events and record results. The Ocean Thunder Series was again successfully conducted over 4 rounds of racing at Dee Why on Sydney’s northern beaches while the ASRL Open & SLSA Surf Boat Interstate Championships returned to Elouera in the Sutherland Shire of Sydney in February 2021. To assist in the development and growth of surf boat rowing a major innovation commenced, by the ASRL in partnership with SLSA, with the introduction of a Sweeps Academy. In the Academy’s initial opening it attracted in excess of 100 applicants including just over 50 new sweeps. Other highlights on the event front for 2021-22 included the continued coverage of surf sports events on free to air TV with a live and delayed broadcasts on Channel 9 Network for the Coolangatta Gold, the Nutri Grain Ironman and Ironwoman Series and the Australian Championships.
The Ocean Thunder Surf Boat Series continued their broadcasts on FOX Sports.
S P O R T A DV I S O RY CO M M I T T E E The Sport Advisory Committee (SAC) continued to meet over the course of 2021-22 under the Chair of Sport – Andrew Buhk. The SAC met virtually on a quarterly basis with a return of the Annual Surf Sports Conference after an extended break due to the COVID19 pandemic. The conference was held in Sydney in June 2022 with a major focus of the conference being a strategic piece on the future of surf sports.
S P O R T M A N AG E M E N T G R O U P The Sport Management group comprised of the various State Sport Managers and chaired by the SLSA Sport Manager Wayne Druery met virtually on a monthly basis with a one-day conference attended by all States in June 2022.
H I G H PE R F O R M A N C E , PAT HWAYS & PA R T I C I PAT I O N COVID19 continued to create challenges in the High Performance, Pathways and Participation space with activities and events being postponed, modified or cancelled.
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February saw the launch of the Sports Hub online platform created to provide Coaches, Athletes and Officials with a singular destination to access resources and ongoing educational content along with coaching workshops. The Officials Scholarship Program entered its second year at the Aussies with our three recipients gaining enhanced insights, diverse experience and growing their expansive officiating network. The Program will continue to build into next year with IRB and Pool discipline programs rolling out. Beach Warrior events were also impacted by the COVID19 pandemic with a planned return from the COVID hiatus in November 2022 with South Melbourne Life Saving Club. The Australian Youth Life Saving Team was selected for the 2022 Life Saving World Championships in Riccione, Italy. The Open team will be selected following the 2022 Australian Pool Rescue Championships.
Peter George AM Chief Operating Officer, Sydney
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Sport Results
National Inflatable Rescue Boat Championships (IRB) Fingal Beach, NSW, 22 - 25 July 2021 Event
First
Pointscore
Second
Pointscore
Third
Pointscore
Pointscore
Third
Pointscore
Time
Third
Time
Not Contested
National Pool Rescue Championships Gold Coast Aquatic Centre, QLD 6 - 8 August 2021 Event
First
Pointscore
Second
Not Contested
Coolangatta Gold Coolangatta, QLD, 13 - 14 November 2021 Category
First
Time
Second
Open Male- Short Course
Finn Askew
2:07:08
Matthew Gilling
2:11:48
Lachlan McKenna
2:14:25
Elite Male- Long Course
Ali Day
3:52:12
Cory Taylor
3:57:36
Matt Bevilacqua
3:58:28
Category
First
Time
Second
Time
Third
Time
Open Female- Short Course
Electra Outram
2:22:37
Charlize Menefy
2:31:53
Claire Van Kampen
2:40:31
Elite Female- Long Course
Courtney Hancock
4:22:43
Danielle McKenzie
4:23:12
Georgia Miller
4:25:38
First
Pointscore
Second
Pointscore
Third
Pointscore
National Interstate Championships Sydney, NSW 21 January 2022 Event
Not Contested
The Australian Surf Life Saving Championships Broadbeach, Kurrawa & North Kirra, QLD, 16 - 24 April 2022 Club
Points
Opens Pointscore
Club
Points
Masters Pointscore
Club
Points
Handicap Pointscore
Northcliffe
480
Bondi
335
Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park
511.7
Newport
200
Kurrawa
305
Northcliffe
480
Currumbin
183
Alexandra Headland
240
Coogee NSW
460.3
Maroochydore
181
North Bondi
227
Currumbin Beach
459
Alexandra Headland
151
Noosa Heads
209
Dicky Beach
433.3
Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park
141
Mermaid Beach
165
Mooloolaba
432.7
Wanda
135
Northcliffe
153
Cooks Hill
431.7
Coogee (NSW)
87
Mooloolaba
152
Surfers Paradise
423
North Bondi
85
North Burleigh
140
Swansea Belmont
422
North Cronulla
71
Palm Beach (Qld)
119
Freshwater
421.7
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Australian Surf Boat Interstate Championships Eloura, NSW, 10 February 2022 First
Pointscore
Second
Pointscore
Third
Pointscore
New South Wales
114
Queensland
112
South Australia
92
Nutri-Grain Iron Series 2020/21 Rounds 1 - 2 North Bondi, NSW 14-15 January 2022; Rounds 3 - 6 Kurrawa, QLD 3-6 February 2022 Event
First
Round 1 - IronWoman
Harriet Brown
Pointscore
Lana Rogers
Hannah Sculley
Round 2 - IronWoman
Lana Rogers
Harriet Brown
Hannah Sculley
Round 3 - IronWoman
Harriet Brown
Lana Rogers
Danielle McKenzie
Round 4 – IronWoman
Harriet Brown
Georgia Miller
Danielle McKenzie
Round 5 – IronWoman
Georgia Miller
Harriet Brown
Brielle Cooper
Round 6 – IronWoman
Georgia Miller
Jemma Smith
Aly Bull
Overall - IronWoman
Harriet Brown
Round 1 - IronMan
Ali Day
Jy Timperley
Kendrick Louis
Round 2 - IronMan
Ali Day
Matt Bevilacqua
Corey Fletcher
Round 3 - IronMan
Ali Day
Matt Bevilacqua
Zach Morris
Round 4 - IronMan
Ali Day
Matt Bevilacqua
Jy Timperley
Round 5 - IronMan
Finn Askew
Max Beattie
Jy Timperley
Round 6 – IronMan
Ben Carberry
Matt Poole
Ali Day
Overall - IronMan
Ali Day
111
115
Second
Danielle McKenzie
Matt Bevilacqua
Pointscore
Third
88
Courtney Hancock
97
Jy Timperley
Super Surf Teams League North Bondi, NSW 14-15 January 2022 Club
Points
Opens Pointscore
Club Masters Pointscore
1st
South Coast Makos
24
2nd
Sunshine Coast Marlins
19
3rd
Point Danger Seawolves
19
4th
NSW Rays
18
5th
SA Reds
16
6th
NSW Dolphins
15
7th
NSW Sharks
14
8th
NSW Penguins
10
9th
NSW Orcas
7
10th
VIC Blues
7
11th
QLD Country Canecutters
4
12th
VIC Whites
4
Pointscore
85.5
86
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Participation, Learning & Development
D E V E LO PM E N T PR O G R A M S The National Leadership College and Masterclass Programs were again greatly affected by border closures and ongoing COVID 19 outbreaks, so while these were both rescheduled many times during the 12 months, neither unfortunately occurred. Successful participants are automatically being offered a spot in future programs, with National Leadership College 2022 scheduled for July and Masterclass 2022 scheduled for September. The Women’s Mentoring Program continues to progress despite the restrictions, and we launched cohort three in November 2021 with our largest group of 66 women. We have now 148 Mentors and Mentees involved with the Program. For Cohort 3 we wanted to grow the Program and invited women aged 16+ to join. This was a great success, and we will be doing this again for Cohort 4, commencing in November 2022.
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We were fortunate to be able to get together at Aussies and share some amazing success stories, with many of the Mentors and Mentees meeting for the first time. It was recognised that a more deliberate focus was required to support the identification and development of emerging leaders within SLS to ensure there is visibility and support of women ready for leadership positions, so they can fully utilise their potential to make a difference to our organisation.
SLSA embraces the importance of a diverse and inclusive organisation. As members of Pride in Sport, we participate annually in the Pride in Sport Index which is a benchmarking instrument specifically designed to assess the inclusion of people with diverse sexualities and genders within Australian sport and sporting organisations. As members, we will continue to work with these leaders to achieve best practice and create inclusive spaces for LGBTQ for our members.
SLSA’s vision was to deliver physical activity programs specifically for older Australians and those less mobile in the community, largely centred around SLS programs. With COVID 19 interruptions, the pilot funding provided by SportAus was extended to the end of June 2022. Achievements of this pilot were:
This Program is possible with thanks to McCarthy Mentoring and our generous donors Suzanne Storrie and Kerryn Briody, who also provide much support and commitment to the Program.
This year SLSA’s eLearning provider etrainu, became a new sponsor of the Inclusive Beaches Equipment Grants which enabled the supply of nipper/ torpedo boards to 30 clubs nationally. This was a great boost to the inclusive nipper programs in these areas, and we are thankful to have etrainu continue their support for this program.
• 50 clubs registered as participating Silver Salties Clubs (16% of Clubs) with approximately 2,000 participants nationally in programs • 96% of respondents overwhelmingly suggest that the physical activity recommendations for older Australians have been met through these programs • 91% of respondents felt part of the surf club community • 91% of respondents noticed a big
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improvement in their fitness, balance, strength and flexibility • Club benefits include increased club membership, club vibrancy, engagement with community, opportunities for intergenerational connections. Silver Salties is continuing to run with support from SLSA and States, and resources can be accessed through the SLSA website.
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Overall Snapshot
June 2020
June 2021
June 2022
Active members on Learning Management System
30,070
43,520
43,578
Number of courses enrolled
29,802
68,773
153,482
Number of completed courses
19,464
38,991
68,125
Technology Snapshot
June 2020
June 2021
June 2022
Desktop Users
70.30%
64.55%
62.29%
Tablet Users
4.26%
4.05%
2.53%
Mobile Users
25.44%
31.40%
35.18%
T E C H N O LO GY Use of the Publications app, Assessing app and Learning app have continued to grow this year. Most eLearning courses are now updated to be mobile responsive (with the increase in mobile use to access our courses) and accessible through the Learning app. Many clubs are eliminating the paperwork and SurfGuard entry associated with Skills Maintenance by utilising the Assessing app for this process, including the scheduling and booking of the courses. Each year we release further enhancements to each application based on feedback to ensure the user experience is positive. The online Learning Management System has been needed more than ever this season with face-to- face training limited in many states. We have also increased the offer of theory components online to allow members to spend their valuable time on practical skills.
E D U C AT I O N R E S O U R C E S A reviewed suite of Junior Development Resources was released for this season, including the Preliminary Skills Evaluation. All resources are available in an interactive, one stop format on the Learning Management System or for download in the Members Area. Lesson plans were updated in line with current practices and ‘stages’ introduced for each age category. Also, easy to use framework documents to view coaching tips, skills aligned with each stage and progressions throughout the Nippers journey. An Age Manager Review was completed in conjunction with the JDR review and as part of the larger Youth Review. A few of the changes implemented are the creation of an Age Manager Mentor and updates to the Age Manager Course. We trialled the new Silver Medallion Patrol Captain (SMPC) course in April 2022 following many delays due to COVID 19. This award has now been released and replaces the Silver Medallion Beach Management (SMBM) course. It has been designed specifically to meet the skills and knowledge required to be a patrol captain in SLS. National surveys conducted prior to development indicated that SMBM participants were not able to apply the theory learnt to real life situations, so a significant portion of the SMPC course is dedicated to practical activities such as an on-the-job component, practical scenario assessments, and scenarios have also been incorporated into theory i.e. face-to-face and eLearning. Our thanks to the Development and Education Advisory and Management Committees for their support and dedication in growing the portfolio.
Peter George AM Chief Operating Officer, Sydney
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Public Affairs
OV E RV I E W The Public Affairs and Government Relations departments are responsible for communicating all aspects of the movement to generate awareness, interest, engagement and financial support to ensure continued growth and sustainability for the movement.
CO M M U N I C AT I O N S The Public Affairs Team worked closely with all departments across marketing, media, digital, brand and content to boost the profile of Surf Life Saving Australia and increase the reputation of the organisation as the peak authority in the Australian beach and coastal environment. Throughout the past 12 months the Public Affairs Team worked on over 80 campaigns and projects ranging from small scale media and social media promotion, through to national campaigns such as National Water Safety Day, National Volunteer Week, Donor and Lotteries, to livestream production of events such as the Awards of Excellence and international television broadcasts of the Nutri-Grain Series and Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships.
With COVID-19 restrictions easing across the country, the Public Affairs Team was able to develop and deliver enhanced, and increased amounts, of content across all sporting events including Aussies, Kellogg Nutri-Grain Iron Series and Coolangatta Gold which created increased content and engagement across all digital, media and broadcast platforms. The National Coastal Safety Report was launched in conjunction with Royal Life Saving Society - Australia with additional content and campaigns developed and promoted as a result of the key findings including: RIPS, Rock Fishing, Young Males, Drugs and Alcohol, Risk Taking Behaviour etc. The National Leadership College, Women’s Mentoring Program, and Silver Salties were key programs within the Learning and Development area which with the Public Affairs Team worked to promote across SLSA channels, as well as external media. A range of successful marketing campaigns were developed in conjunction with key partners throughout the year including: Westpac, Ampol, DHL, Isuzu,
Dulux, BRP and Kellogg along with other licensing and merchandise partners who were keen to showcase and leverage their brand association. Digital growth and engagement was a key focus and highlight of the year with strong growth across all metrics and platforms. Communications with members remains a strong priority with all volunteers encouraged to stay connected and up to date with the latest information by following our social channels: Twitter
@SLSAustralia
@slsaustralia
@slsaustralia
/surf-life-saving-australia
Jo Banning Public Affairs Manager
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Government Relations
G OV E R N M E N T AC T I V I T I E S/R E L AT I O N S SLSA continued to engage with government across the year with a focus on securing the doubling of the Beach Safety Equipment Fund to help support Surf Life Saving Clubs who have been struggling to purchase vital lifesaving equipment, with decreases in fundraising and small business support due to COVID. SLSA was able to achieve bipartisan support and received commitments from the Coalition and the ALP prior to the Federal election to double this funding over the next three fiscal years. This will be of immense value to the Surf Life Saving Clubs who will directly benefit from this funding. We would like to thank our former Vice Patron, Mr Scott Morrison MP and the former Minister for Sport, Senator the Hon Richard Colbeck, for their support of Surf Life Saving. We were grateful to receive the renewal of the Vocational, Education and Training Program and Water and Snow Safety Grant (our core funding) with their assistance during the last parliamentary term. We look forward to working with recently elected Prime Minister, the Hon Anthony Albanese MP who has already been a great supporter of Surf Life Saving, and with the newly appointed Minister for Sport, the Hon Anika Wells MP. SLSA was pleased to see its core participation funding renewed by Sport Australia and would like to thank the former acting CEO, Rob Dalton for attending the Aussies and getting out there and meeting some of our long serving officials. SLSA would also like to thank the former NSW Minister for Emergency Services, the Hon David Elliott MP for launching the upgraded features of the two new helicopters for the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service (Southern) in July last year which saw winch devices, revised electronic flight instrument systems, and new communication panels added which were designed to elevate our eyes in skies ahead of what was another busy summer along the coastline. It was our pleasure to meet with the newly appointed NSW Minister for Emergency Services and Resilience, the Hon Steph Cook who we look forward to working with her.
PA R LI A M E N TA RY F R I E N DS O F S U R F LI F E S AV I N G (PF S L S) Due to COVID, several of our face-to-face events were cancelled, however we were pleased to have the ongoing assistance of our Parliamentary Friends of Surf Life Saving in supporting our key activities such as National Water Safety Day, which saw our co-Chairs create video messages of support and issue a media release encouraging the public to be safe around water. We were also delighted to have the Hon Scott Morrison MP, Senator the Hon Richard Colbeck and the Hon Anthony Albanese provide us with video messages and to have their support in our media release. SLSA would like to thank all our Parliamentary Friends of Surf Life Saving for helping us communicate key water safety messages and encouraging people in their communities to get involved in Surf Life Saving. We would particularly like to thank our co-chairs, the Hon Matt Thistlethwaite MP and the former Member for Mackellar, Jason Falinski for their ongoing support of our activities. SLSA looks forward to re-establishing our Parliamentary Friends of Surf Life Saving for the current term of Parliament and reinvigorating this group to get the best possible support for Australia’s largest volunteer organisation.
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N AT I O N A L I N T E G R I T Y T E A M This year saw large reform occur with our Integrity policies and the introduction of the SLSA National Integrity Team. Over the past 24 months the Member Protection Policy has been under review with a view to overhaul the grievance and complaints procedure and separate out the Child Safe requirements. In September 2021, the SLSA Board finalised this review with the endorsement of a revised Member Protection Policy, Inclusion & Diversity Position Statement, Child Safe Policy, Child Safe Commitment, and Complaints Resolution Policy. Throughout 2022, SLSA worked alongside Sport Integrity Australia to ensure that the SLSA Integrity Policies met the Australian Standards set by the Government. SLSA is proud to announce that as of May 2022, SLSA was the first Australian organisation to meet the standards with the Board endorsing the SLSA National Integrity Framework. This Framework covers numerous policies being: • Competition Manipulation and Sport Wagering; • Australian National Anti-Doping; • Improper Use of Drugs and Medicine; • Child Safe; • Member Protection; and • Complaints Resolution. The National Integrity Team were also focused on resource development over the past year; which has resulted in an updated and newly released Child Safe Guideline for Clubs and Volunteers, a refreshed Child Safe Awareness Course, and a redeveloped Online Reporting System. The new Online Reporting System allows members to not only report child safe matters and complaints but also any policy breach that may have occurred.
A N N UA L P O LI C Y R E V I E W As part of SLSA’s annual policy, the relevant SLSA portfolio managers and the respective portfolio committees reviewed all policies to determine if amendments were required. Outside the SLSA Integrity policies mentioned prior, the review saw amendments to the Social Media Policy (6.20), Sponsorship Policy (6.28), Privacy Policy (6.02) and the IT Systems - Terms of Use Policy (6.19).
Michelle Bainbridge Government Relations Manager
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Fundraising & Corporate Partnerships
PH I L A N T H R O PI C AC T I V I T I E S The 2021-22 financial year saw the SLS Foundation return more than $5.9M to the Surf Life Saving entities through philanthropic and commercial activities, with both these areas of the Foundation achieving above budget expectations. At the conclusion of the financial year, the SLS Foundation recorded a total of 12,535 regular givers who contributed more than $5,375,000 as part of our regular monthly giving program, Guardians of the Surf. We also recorded 6,385 active donors who contributed more than $1,158,000 in single donations with an average gift of $179.14, some $33.61 higher than the previous financial year. We can’t thank our highly valued supporters enough. We appreciate it’s not an easy time on household budgets, and yet our supporters once again responded generously to our pleas to equip and train lifesavers. The skills of our highly trained volunteer surf lifesavers proved a lifeline for flood-devasted communities in Queensland and New South Wales this year when volunteers bravely performed evacuations, rescues, food drops and welfare checks for many affected communities. Every contribution from supporters saves lives in Australian communities. The SLS Foundation continued to focus on the experience of supporters, researching and implementing improved communication touchpoints. As a result, our regular givers now on average gift monthly donations to Surf Life Saving for a duration of 56 months. This is an impressive customer lifetime increase of 17 months on the previous financial year, owing to the improved experience and supporter communications. Innovation was at the forefront of our fundraising strategies across 2021-22 with the pandemic and other global
events impacting the economy and severely challenging the public’s ability to give and support charities. The SLS Foundation worked with national SLSA partner Isuzu to introduce a digital dollar matching incentive as part of this year’s Tax Appeal campaign. This allowed us to secure a record of more than $180,000 in online revenue alone, which helped the campaign to $43,000 more than last year’s Tax Appeal campaign and an appeal total of more than $550,000. The three appeals run over the course of the year contributed to a combined total of more than $1,058,000 in single gifts.
BEQUESTS A total of $360,645 was received from bequests in financial year 2021-22. SLS Foundation’s strategic partnership with online will writing platform, Safewill continued with some 17 pledges received holding an estimated future income of approximately $116,000.
The SLS Foundation is pleased to advise that the Surf Life Saving Innovation Fund progressed this year with the appointment of an Innovation Fund Committee to oversee the fund. The committee includes representatives from the SLSA and SLS Foundation Boards and the states. The Innovation Fund was established in 2020 and is designed to allow members of the surf lifesaving community to contribute to the movement via innovative ideas to solve real problems associated with keeping our coastline safe and achieving the overarching mission of “zero preventable deaths.” The fund seeks to create new revenue streams through donors and corporate community partnerships to fund innovation initiatives for the benefit and improvement of surf lifesaving. The first ideation challenge will be presented to the surf lifesaving community in financial year 2022-23 with all volunteer members invited to provide innovative solutions. Following market research, a new digital fundraising program called 'My Mission Zero' was also developed this year to act as Surf Life Saving’s annual major fundraising campaign. The new program will be launched in the spring of financial year 2022-23.
The bequest program currently has a total of 596 confirmed pledges received. Surf Life Saving’s club bequest program underwent a significant review and reinvigoration this year. The 10,000 Club, set-up specifically for volunteer members who wish to provide a legacy for their surf lifesaving club was rebranded to ‘Surf Life Legacy.’ The program has also been broadened to include club social members in addition to active and nonactive club members, while there is no longer a minimum gift amount required. Importantly, 100% of all funds pledged go directly to the member’s surf lifesaving club. The SLS Foundation will continue to roll out the refreshed club bequest program in the new financial year and is committed to ongoing improvements to better support and recognise all who wish to leave Surf Life Saving a gift in their Last Will and Testament.
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Funding over the past two years for clubs has been extraordinarily challenging. Local fundraising opportunities have been restricted due to extended lockdowns, resulting in significant decreases in revenue for many clubs. Our commitment to support clubs in closing this funding gap through increased services resulted in excellent outcomes, with a total of 454 grants being lodged over the 12-month period.
Lottery 208 was a luxury $1.85m canal home on the Gold Coast.
CO M M E R C I A L AC T I V I T I E S The SLS Foundation operates Surf Life Saving Lotteries - one of Australia’s largest ‘House and Land’ lottery programs which includes some 43 lottery and trade promotion draws each year with major prize homes, automotive packages and subscriber bonus draws. We are pleased to advise that Surf Life Saving Lotteries experienced financial growth, recording a year on year 581% increase in profit. The growth can be attributed to surf lotteries subscription program, The Champions Club where we successfully acquired 40,283 new subscription members this year through causedriven strategies, and the result of a key commercial partnership. The rapidly expanding subscription program closed out the financial year with 71,989 successfully billed subscribers. Compared to last financial year, the subscriber base increased by 13,944 active subscriptions or 24%. We committed to subscriber growth last financial year, and we are especially pleased to deliver a strong result in such a challenging and uncertain market. Again, our supporters have proven their dedication to getting behind an iconic cause. We remain committed to making as many Australians aware of our charitable lottery as possible and connecting supporters to the value of their surf lottery purchases.
We also committed to reviewing and refreshing the Champions Club subscription benefits this year. This work was accomplished, paving the way for a more simplified and improved offering for subscribers, and importantly proving more cost effective for the SLS Foundation to operate. A significant addition to surf lotteries in 2021-22 was the introduction of a purpose-built online selling platform for the surf lifesaving clubs. Each club is now able to access their own dedicated and customisable surf lottery landing webpage for the major prize home draws, opening the clubs to scalable and cost-effective fundraising. Clubs are invited to share their own e-commerce lottery selling page with their supporters via social media, emails and QR codes, with each ticket sold via their webpage attracting a commission. As we continue Surf Life Saving Lotteries strategic growth journey, we are committed to further increasing the subscription supporter base in order to grow surf lotteries financial position, and ultimately the distributions to the Surf Life Saving entities.
G R A N T S E E K I N G U N I T (G S U) The Grant Seeking Unit has again delivered exceptional results for Surf Life Saving entities this year, with a record $11.9M in grants received, a 25% increase on the previous year.
The continued support of the states and territories allows the Grant Seeking Unit team to work closely with volunteers at a grassroots level to raise vital funding for Surf Life Saving clubs. Our movement is evolving along with the changing needs of the community, with clubs required to offer new programs and support services. Our focus over the coming 12 months is to identify grant funding suitable for clubs to continue their existing services and to support them in the development and delivery of new programs.
S U R F LI F E S AV I N G R E S C U E FUND The Surf Life Saving Rescue Fund ("Fund") is a charitable investment scheme operated by the SLS Foundation. The Fund can accept investments only on behalf of Surf Life Saving entities that are members of, or affiliated with, SLSA. The objective of the Fund is to maximise the net (after fees) earnings of the funds under management at an acceptable level of risk that protects the capital value of the investments. The Fund has total funds of $41.0M under management as of 30th June 2022 in two components: • The Perpetuity component ($18.4M) - which includes funds held in trust by the SLS Foundation in accordance with the terms of the Trust Deed of the Foundation Perpetuity Trust; and • The withdrawable component ($22.6M) - which includes funds that have been directly invested by Surf Life Saving entities.
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Our partners live and breathe the movement by not only providing vital funds but sharing core values and leveraging opportunities to benefit both parties. A partnership with SLSA reaches all corners of the community, allowing a business to position themselves alongside one of Australia’s most trusted and iconic community organisations. SLSA is extremely proud of our partnership portfolio, and we recognise and appreciate the valuable contribution our partners make to the organisation.
The Long Term Fund achieved a return of -6.4% outperforming it’s benchmark by 0.68%. By pooling funds, the Fund is able to access large scale and specialised investment resources that would not otherwise be available to Surf Life Saving entities, to maximise their net investment returns. The cost of administering the Fund is borne by the SLS Foundation, with no fees charged to investors or retained by the Fund. An independent Investment Committee provides oversight and strategic advice on the effective investment of the Fund. Sincere thanks to our committee members Ed Prendergast, Darrin Bragg, and Ian McLean for their commitment and support during the past year.
CO R P O R AT E PA R T N E R S H I P S As an organisation, Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) aims to form and maintain partnerships that echo our own values and vision for the future. SLSA develops partnerships that deliver strategic alignment and create a shared value to the Australian community.
The relationship we have with our major national partners in Ampol, DHL, Isuzu and Westpac are examples of SLSA’s commitment to the longevity and growth of our corporate connection. We are also honoured to continue our relationships with BRP, Dulux and FINZ who are all committed to the movement. Their support allows us to concentrate on what we do best, saving lives on Australian beaches. We continue to actively seek new partners to support the movement and the vital services that we provide to the Australian community.
LI C E N S I N G A N D MERCHANDISE Surf Life Saving’s intellectual property (IP) has been built up over a 114-year foundation of service to the Australian community. SLSA owns various registered trademarks, which we manage on behalf of the entire organisation including: the Surf Life Saving logo, red and yellow patrol flags, patrol caps, the iconic red and yellow patrol uniform, and terms such as ‘Surf Rescue’ and ‘Nippers’. It is our responsibility to ensure that the use of our brand is protected. Surf Life Saving uses these images and marks in a number of places and in many important ways, including on our patrol uniforms and equipment to designate official surf lifesavers and property, and on licensed product. Licensed application of these marks on retail merchandise assists in generating revenue for the organisation through royalty payments and brings greater awareness of our organisation. We continue to seek appropriate, complementary product categories for the SLSA brand. The online store is an avenue that we are growing and allows SLSA licensees a channel to sell their products alongside their own retail channels. The public facing facet of the online store allows SLSA to connect with a global audience and allows SLSA to have increased licensed merchandise revenue and awareness for our brand.
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H I G H LI G H T S 2021-22 FINANCIAL YEAR
$28.4M
A TOTAL OF $28.4M DISTRIBUTED TO SURF LIFE SAVING ENTITIES
B OA R D O F D I R E C TO R S The Board met formally on six occasions during the year:
$5.9M
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Directorship
Meetings
Darrin Bragg
Chair
6/6
Graham Ford AM
Director/Member’s Representative
6/6
Christine Hopton OAM
Director
4/6
Adam Hodge
Director
6/6
John Baker ESM (from Nov 2021)
Director
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John Brennan OAM Chief Operating Officer, Brisbane
RETURNING TO THE MOVEMENT THROUGH PHILANTHROPIC AND COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES
$11.9M
RAISED FOR STATE ENTITIES AND CLUBS THROUGH DIRECT FUNDING REQUESTS FOR SURF LIFE SAVING ENTITIES BY THE SLS FOUNDATION GRANT SEEKING UNIT
$10.5M
RETURNING TO THE MOVEMENT THROUGH CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS
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Surf Life Saving Australia thanks our corporate and government partners who have supported us in 2021-22.
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Corporate Services
OV E RV I E W The Corporate Services portfolio encompasses governance, risk management, finance, human resources and information technology (IT). Corporate Services operates as ‘shared services’ supporting operations across Surf Life Saving Australia, Surf Sports Australia, The Surf Lifesaving Foundation, and Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service. The team is responsible for the day-to-day management of the organisation’s finances including income, expense, asset management, and cash flow. The organisation fulfilled all its obligations to relevant regulatory bodies including the Australian Charities and Not for Profit Commission, and the Australia Taxation Office. We completed acquittal reports for funding provided by government departments, and prepared annual financial statements for each entity in the group and the consolidated entity which were audited with an unmodified audit opinion. The department is accountable to the SLSA Board through the Finance Audit and Compliance Committee (FACC). A suite of reports is presented to the FACC at monthly meetings including consolidated management accounts, risk and compliance registers, and human resource metrics.
N AT I O N A L I C T U N I T (N I C T U) The National ICT Unit made strong ground in 2021-22 with migration of all of the SLSA IT systems into a new cloud provider which now enables the expansion of the systems into modern cloud technologies.
The next phase of our technology uplift will see the National ICT Unit kick-off new initiatives to take advantage of the new cloud technologies available with a planned core systems re-write project that will span several years in duration. The internal National ICT Team has been strengthened and has taken on more of the development work rather than the previous outsourcing model and this has resulted in the ability to do more with the same funding. Other activities for the year include the rationalisation of corporate email and phone systems across SLSA, SLSF, and Lifesaver to enable a single corporate communication tool improving communications and decreasing costs. We’ve also initiated projects to replace the SLSF Lottery and Donations system and find or build a suitable system to help the Grant Seeking Unit in their valuable work. Work is now underway to migrate the SLSF server infrastructure into cloud services and take the Foundation into a modernisation program that we expect will improve our ability to support the team going forward and reduce overall ICT running costs.
O U R S TA F F During 2021-22 SLSA’s staff have continued to demonstrate dedication and commitment to the national organisation collectively. Staff are located at Surf House located at Bondi Beach in Sydney, as well in Brisbane, Cape Banks (NSW) and Tasmania; as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, we now operate in a hybrid working environment, with staff working remotely. SLSA continues to place significant prioritisation on developing and implementing people development strategies, ensuring we are enhancing our work environment and workplace practices for our staff.
The business plan strategies that have been implemented in 2021-22 include: • Continued efficiency in human resources processes by using a human resource information system (HRIS), allowing cloud-based access to all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including robust and fully integrated recruitment and on-boarding procedures. This has now been fully integrated with Payroll, operating on the one system. • Focus on SLSA Internal Professional Development Plan by use of the HRIS to record all professional development opportunities. • Fostering a community atmosphere using an employee engagement platform, Microsoft Teams, social committee, and regular team building events. SLSA conducts an annual employee engagement survey along with smaller pulse surveys throughout the year. The outputs from these surveys are used to identify areas of improvement and focus for the immediate future. Our Senior Leadership Team takes great ownership of the running and performance of the entire organisation and information continues to be shared more freely between teams. Our SLSA Internal corporate values are embedded into everyday business initiatives in 2021-22. • Brave – We take calculated risks while striving for excellence • Connected – We seek opportunities to highlight the strength of others • Buoyant – We are conscious of the energy we share • Compassionate – We walk a mile in their shoes
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R EM U N ER AT I O N We make efforts to remunerate our employees consistent with the not-for profit sector, and our formal research indicates that salaries offered are in line with those offered by similar organisations. Our remuneration includes fringe benefit packages which allow us, within Australian Taxation Office guidelines, to provide a proportion of an employee’s income as a tax-exempt fringe benefit. Due to COVID-19 our focus has been on staff retention and wellbeing with only marginal wage increases during the period.
PER F O R M A N C E R E V I E W S A N D I N D I V I D UA L D E V ELO PM EN T PL A N S All employees participate in formal annual performance reviews. These are complemented by regular progress meetings with their manager throughout the year. Each employee has an individual performance development plan for the year, which aligns to the business plan key performance indicators (KPIs). The individual plans also focus on enhancing the behaviours and competencies of each employee which includes the identification of personal/professional development opportunities. SLSA allocates an amount within the annual budget for the professional development of staff.
WO R K PL AC E R EL AT I O N S Our staff operated under individual contracts, and an overarching staff handbook. The nature of surf lifesaving activities requires significant amounts of weekend work, and under the terms of the employment contract, our employees are entitled to time-in lieu for work undertaken on weekends.
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We have monthly staff meetings where any employment related issues that affect all staff are discussed. Formal flexible working arrangements can be accessed by 100% of our staff, with the majority of our staff working in a hybrid capacity due to COVID-19.
S TA FF T U R N OV ER Staff turnover during the past year has increased with a total of 12 FTE leaving compared with ten in the previous year. SLSA has several strategies within the annual business plan which focus on increasing employee satisfaction rates, as well as the development of and implementation of retention strategies.
EQ UA L O PP O R T U N I T Y SLSA meets all legislative requirements in terms of equal opportunity and a bias-free.
WO R K H E A LT H A N D S A FE T Y Our employees work in normal business office conditions and are not exposed to any undue hazards. We have consistently promoted a healthy and safe work environment, which is ergonomically sound. There were no Workcover claims during the year. SLSA provided staff with work health and safety and risk management training and completed all fire safety warden training requirements. SLSA provides an Employee Assistance Program for all employees. Many of our staff are also volunteer surf lifesavers and from time-to-time, are engaged in high-risk activities in the performance of those duties. In these situations, they are protected by the full range of SLSA policies and insurances that apply to all members.
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Casual
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Overall FTE
Turnover
Gender
Tenure
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Gender
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SLSA Organisational Chart SLSA Board Surf Sport Australia
Southern Board
Executive Assistant to CEO
Executive Assistant Community Fundraising Manager
Chief Executive Officer
QLD Chief Operating Officer
Partnerships Manager
Grant Seeking Unit Manager
Procurement Manager
Human Resources Manager
Campaign and Content Manager
Sales & Service Team Manager
Lottery Manager
Partnerships Coordinator
GSU Admin
Facilities Coordinator
Human Resources Coordinator
Donor Coordinator
Sales & Service Team Supervisor
Lottery Operations Specialist
Partnerships Coordinator
Research & Communications
Facilities Administrator
Office Admin Reception
Graphic Designer
Sales & Service Team Members
Lottery Coordinator
Digital Social Specialist
Supporter Relations Officer
Donor Specialist
Lottery Data Analyst
Donor Data Analyst
Lottery Specialist Lottery Campaign Officer Lottery Operations Officer
GSU Admin
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SLSF Board
Executive Assistant
NSW Chief Operating Officer
General Manager Coastal Safety
ICT Manager
Public Affairs Manager
Government Relations Manager
ICT Architect
Senior Software Developer
Content Executive
Governance & Compliance Officer
Venue Manager
Project Coordinator
Senior Developer Analyst
Sport Development Coordinator
Events Officer
Senior Support Officer
Application Support Analyst
L&D Administrator
Events Officer Events Officer
Learning and Development Manager
Sport Manager
L&D Coordinator
Event Manager
Membership & Participation Coordinator
Pathways Coordinator
Chief Financial Officer
Finance Manager
Lifesaving Ops Manager
Senior Accountant
Media Coordinator
Project Coordinator
Accountant
Digital Coordinator
Lifesaving Services Coordinator
Assistant Accountant
IT Support Officer Level 1
Marketing Executive
Coastal Safety Support Officer
Accounts and Payroll Officer
IT Support Officer Level 1
Design & Digital Executive
Researcher
Online Store/ Reception
Comms Coordinator
Research Assistant
WLSRH Office Manager
Digital Coordinator
Aerial Services Coordinator
Graphic Designer
Project Manager
Senior Leadership Team
Senior Management
Management
Operational
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Governance & Oversight
OV E RV I E W Since 1907, when a small number of Sydney surf lifesaving clubs formed the organisation now known as SLSA, we have evolved into a highly federated and geographically dispersed organisation, made up of 503 entities/groups including 314 separately incorporated SLSCs, 17 regional branches (in NSW and Queensland), 82 Support Operations (regional rescue and response teams), 7 VMRS, 72 paid Lifeguard services and seven state and territory centres.
PAT R O N S O F S U R F LI F E S AV I N G AU S T R A LI A
These various separate entities are not subsidiaries of SLSA and have a variety of legal and reporting structures; therefore, their financial results are not consolidated here.
C H I EF PAT RO N S
We are the peak policy and decision-making body for the Surf Life Saving movement. Under our Constitution, our members are: • State and Territory entities, represented by their appointed directors have the right to be present, debate and vote at our general meetings. • Affiliated Clubs, which shall be represented by an individual nominated from time to time in writing by the club to the relevant state centre. The nominee shall have the right to be present and to debate on behalf of the Affiliated Club at General Meetings but shall have no voting rights. • Life Members of SLSA, have the right to be present and to debate at our general meetings, but with no voting rights. • All individual members of affiliated SLSCs, who have the right to be present at general meetings, but with no voting or debating rights.
His Royal Highness Prince Charles KG, KT, GCB, OM, AK, QSO, CC, PC, ADC Prince of Wales, Duke of Edinburgh
Each year, prior to the commencement of the season, individual members sign an application for joint membership of SLSA, their state centre and their club. Where the members are less than 18 years of age, the membership form is signed by a parent or legal guardian. This detailed membership form meets a number of legal requirements, including indemnification of SLSA in the event of any claim arising from a surf lifesaving activity, as well as outlining a member's individual liability in the unlikely event of a wind up of SLSA.
Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC Governor of Tasmania
SLSA also operates one subsidiary company to provide rescue helicopter services in NSW. Other rescue helicopter services operate in Queensland, South Australia, Victoria and Western Australia through their respective state centres. The SLS Foundation, which is also a wholly owned subsidiary, undertakes a national fundraising role on behalf of the movement.
L I FE G OV ER N O R
His Royal Highness Prince Philip KG KT OM GBE AC QSO PC* Duke of Edinburgh
His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd) Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia
PAT RO N S Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC, QC Governor of New South Wales and Mr Dennis Wilson Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM Governor of Queensland Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC Governor of South Australia His Excellency the Honourable Kim Beazley AC Governor of Western Australia
Her Honour the Honourable Vicki O'Halloran AO Administrator of the Northern Territory
V I C E PAT RO N The Honourable Scott Morrison MP Former Prime Minister of Australia Member for Cook
Alan Whelpton AO Sir Adrian Curlewis CVO CBE* * Denotes deceased
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Surf Life Saving Australia Board
OV E RV I E W
SLSA Roles and Responsibilities
As one of the largest volunteer organisations in Australia, we depend on the contribution of our volunteer members for everything from patrolling beaches, to providing input for the strategic direction for the organisation. Board and Committee members freely give up their time for the benefit of Surf Life Saving.
S U R F LI F E S AV I N G AU S T R A LI A B OA R D The peak policy and decision body for Surf Life Saving in Australia (SLSA), made up of the President of SLSA, seven Appointed Directors from each state and the Northern Territory, four Independent Directors and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SLSA. The Board delegates the management of SLSA to the CEO who seeks support and advice from the Executive Management Group (EMG). Name
Position
John Baker ESM
President (Chair)
George Shales OAM
SLSNSW Appointed Director
Mark Fife OAM
SLSQ Appointed Director
Paul James ASM
LSV Appointed Director
Craig Smith-Gander AM SLSWA Appointed Director
The key roles and responsibilities of SLSA are: a. Responsible for the global relationship with ILS. Coordination of activities in the Asia Pacific region. Tracking international activities undertaken by SLS movement. b. Responsible for relations with allied agencies (AUSTSWIM, RLSSA, Swimming Australia, Australian Coastal Alliance, etc.) and other peak organisations (e.g., Australian Water Safety Council, National SeaChange Taskforce, etc.). c. Responsible for the relationship, management and delivery of all representation to Federal government. d. Responsible for the facilitation, coordination and delivery of agreed national administrative programs in insurance. e. R esponsible for the facilitation, coordination and delivery of agreed national administrative programs in Information Technology and Communications (ITC). f. R esponsible for the facilitation, coordination and delivery of agreed national administrative framework in disciplinary and grievance. g. R esponsible for coordinating the development of a safety framework and guidelines to ensure the protection and benefit of our members. h. Responsible for the facilitation, coordination and development of a national lifesaving, sport and education/leadership development framework and facilitation of National Committees. i. R esponsible for the coordination of the development of member training and education through curriculum and resource development with and through the State Centres. j. R esponsible for all national sporting events and delivery of the national high performance programs with and through the states. k. Responsible for coordinating relevant research to foster innovation and achieve our vision.
Kevin Watkins
SLSSA Appointed Director
Stephen Godfrey
SLST Appointed Director until
Stuart Paine
SLST Appointed Director from
Grant Barnett
SLSNT Appointed Director until
Ray Hall
SLSNT Appointed Director from May 2022
o. Responsible for the management and delivery of national fundraising in accordance with agreed national and state business outcomes.
Melanie Evans
Independent Director
p. Facilitate communication between states.
Darrin Bragg
Independent Director
Toni Bache
Independent Director
Suzanne Storrie
Independent Director
Adam Weir
Chief Executive Officer
October 2021
October 2021
May 2022
l. Responsible for developing the national member development programs (such as leadership, recognition and history) and aligning with the states through the creation of national resources to support these programs. m. Responsible for SLSA brand protection, reputation and development. n. Responsible for the management and delivery of national marketing, sponsorship and business development programs.
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John Baker ESM SLSA President Elected Director
Adam Weir Chief Executive Officer
Mark Fife OAM SLSQ President Appointed Director
John, a Company Director, was President of Surf Life Saving SA from June 2011 until March 2021, when he was elected President of SLSA. John has been a Director on the SLSA Board since January 2012 and now chairs in his role of President of SLSA. John has been a member of Brighton SLSC in SA since 1977. He is a former state Director of Lifesaving and is a current crew member with the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service.
Adam is a life-long member of Cronulla SLSC. He has been a successful competitor at all levels of surf sport competition, is a recipient of the Australian Sports Medal, and has held a variety of roles at both SLS State and National levels. He is also Chair of the International Life Saving (ILS) Rescue Commission and a member of the ILS Rescue Operations Committee. He is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and was appointed to the role of CEO in June 2018.
Mark is a Life Member of SLSA, a member of SLSA's Hall of Fame and has been named as the Australian Surf Lifesaver of the Year in 1997 and the Australian Volunteer of the Year in 2007. Mark is also a Life Member of the Broadbeach SLSC, the South Coast Surf Life Saving Branch, and Surf Life Saving Queensland. In 2013, he was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia. Mark was appointed as a director of SLSA in August 2016.
Grant Barnett SLSNT President Appointed Director
Ray Hall SLSNT President Appointed Director
Kevin Watkins SLSSA President Appointed Director
until April 2022
(from April 2022)
Grant has been active member in the surf lifesaving community since joining Ellis Beach SLSC in 2003. He has held various club & State positions including President of the North Queensland Branch. After relocating to the Northern Territory for work in 2008 he joined the Gove Peninsula SLSC and has held multiple club positions including Club President. Grant first joined the Surf Life Saving NT Board in 2013 as Director of Sport and was elected as the President of SLSNT in 2016. Grant remains as an active patrolling member for his beloved Gove Peninsula SLSC.
Ray is a lifelong swimmer and was involved in surf lifesaving as a child and teenager and reengaged when his kids hit nipper age. Ray took on the role of President of the unique Darwin Surf Lifesaving Club and over seven years turned the club into a vibrant and active self sustaining club. Ray owns a successful environmental consultancy and brings these business and sustainability skills to his board roles.
Kevin has been an active Surf Life Saving member for 55 years, having gained his Bronze Medallion in 1967, and has immersed his life in the movement. He currently patrols at Brighton SLSC and is very active in Surf Boat competition. Kevin is also a successful business leader in the RTO world and was the founder & CEO of SA Health Education Centre and is currently the State Manager SA and National VET Manager for Endeavour College of Natural Health.
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Craig Smith-Gander AM SLSWA President Appointed Director
George was elected President of SLSNSW in May 2019. He brings with him 40 years of experience across a wide range of roles on the beach. George gained his Bronze Medallion in 1982 at North Bondi SLSC and has held a number of leadership and committee positions within his club and branch. George continues to be an active surf lifesaver in his capacity as a Duty Officer and Rescue Coordinator as part of the Surf Life Saving Sydney Support Operations Team.
Craig has been in surf lifesaving all his life having had experience as a boat rower and sweep at North Cottesloe, where he is a former Captain and President and is a Life Member. As President of SLSWA since 2014, he has held state and national roles in surf sports. Craig has extensive experience in the commercial, business and not for profit sectors.
Stephen Godfrey SLST President Appointed Director
Stuart Paine SLST President Appointed Director
until October 2021
(from October 2021)
Stephen has worked extensively in the area of public administration in both the public and private sectors He has been President of Surf Life Saving Tasmania since September 2011 and was appointed as a Director on the SLSA Board in October 2011. Stephen has been involved with Surf Life Saving since 1967 and is a Life Member of Carlton Park SLSC and SLST.
Stuart was elected President of Surf Life Saving Tasmania in 2021 and was appointed as a Director of the SLSA Board in October 2021. Stuart has been involved within Surf Life Saving since 1981 and is currently an active Life Member of Burnie SLSC, of which he has held various Management Committee positions within 1993. On a professional level, Stuart currently holds a Statewide Operations Manager position and has a background in finance, compliance, human resources and management.
Paul James ASM LSV President Appointed Director Paul was elected President of Life Saving Victoria in November 1998 and has been actively involved with both Royal Life Saving and Surf Life Saving for over 45 years in both a professional and volunteer capacity. He is a qualified member of the Hampton Life Saving Club and held the position of Club President from 19881990 and again from 2013-2016. Paul is a registered practicing Paramedic working for Ambulance Victoria as an Area Manager responsible for the provision of emergency ambulance operations across Central Gippsland.
Melanie Evans Independent Director Melanie is Chief Executive Officer of ING Australia. Melanie has held leadership roles banking and wealth management over a 25-year career. Having grown up in the surf club, Melanie has kept abreast of our organisation over many years. She brings with her expertise and experience of Board and Committee corporate governance, financial management, risk management & compliance, customer experience and strategic planning. Melanie is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and Chief Executive Women.
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Toni Bache Independent Director
Suzanne Storrie Independent Director
Darrin Bragg Independent Director
For over 20 years, Toni has worked across the globe partnering with senior business leaders to transform and scale their businesses, specialising in business strategy, marketing and human resources. Toni was appointed to the SLSA Board as an Independent Director in 2019 where she is the Chair of the Nominations Committee. Toni has a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Bachelor of Business (BBus) from Griffith University, studied Leadership at Harvard Business School and has multiple Coaching Certifications. Toni has been involved in Surf Life Saving for 20+ years within the Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park SLSC.
Suzanne was previously a senior finance and operations executive leading strategic technology and transformational change, navigating complexity in high profile and highly regulated industries (IAG, CBA, NRL, Qantas, Leightons, Unisys). In 2020, she was the Crisis Director for IAG’s COVID-19 Response Team. She is currently on the Advisory Board of Jarden Australia. She has B.Ec, M.Tax, M.Acc, and is a Fellow CPA, GAICD.
Darrin has been part of the surf lifesaving movement since he joined as a nipper over 45 years ago. Having spent most of his time in North Queensland, the respected Townsville based accountant has been a member of Townsville Picnic Bay SLSC for over twenty years and was awarded Life Membership in the last season. Darrin is also a Life Member of North Barrier Branch and Surf Life Saving Queensland and was a long serving Board Member of Surf Life Saving Queensland He also holds the position of Chairman of Surf Life Saving Foundation.
Suzanne obtained her Bronze (1992), Silver (1995) and Gold Medallions (1997) and was the Sydney Branch, NSW and Australian Surf Life Saver of the Year in 1996. She has served as the Chair of Surf Sports Australia, a member of SLSA’s Finance, Audit and Compliance Committee (FACC) and the Honours Panel. She’s currently Treasurer of Cronulla SLSC. Suzanne is a Life Member of SLSA.
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SLSA Board Governance Charter
T H E R O LE O F T H E B OA R D A N D CO M M I T T E E S
B OA R D M E E T I N G S A N D ACC E S S TO M A N AG E M E N T
As one of Australia's largest volunteer movements, our Board and Committee structure is critical to ensuring volunteer representation in key decisions. The various committees outlined in this section are advisory only; however, they can be empowered by the Board and meet as required. Their recommendations are considered by either the CEO, the Executive Management Group, or in some instances the Board. The Board, through the CEO, has ultimate supervision of the committees.
The Board meets at least five times each year. The Appointed Directors are selected by their respective state or territory CEOs.
T H E R O LE O F T H E D I R E C TO R S A N D M A N AG E M E N T The day-to-day business of SLSA is managed by the CEO, under the direction of the Board. The Board may exercise all the powers of the company, except for any power the Corporations Act or the Constitution requires the company to exercise in a general meeting of members. The Board is responsible for the appointment of a CEO to manage and administer the organisation. The CEO is ultimately accountable to the Board; however, the CEO is accountable to the President (as Chair of the Board) on a dayto-day basis.
B OA R D CO M P O S I T I O N The Board comprises seven state centre appointed directors, one from each State and the Northern Territory, (the 'voting members' of SLSA) who represent our broader membership; the President (Chair), who is also elected by the Appointed Directors, and the CEO (non-voting). Up to four additional Independent Directors may also be appointed to the Board. The current Board has four appointed Independent Directors.
M A N AG E M E N T O F SIGNIFICANT BUSINESS RISKS 2021-22 has seen further refinement to our risk management processes with the continuation of a formal risk appetite continuum and the introduction to the Risk Management Policy. The Board regularly considers the Risk Management Reporting and top ten risks, and their mitigation strategies.
CO D E O F CO N D U C T The code of conduct for Directors, setting out expectations and limitations is contained within the SLSA Board Governance Charter. In February 2022 the SLSA Board approved an updated Code of Conduct to ensure it is meeting best practice.
ACCO U N TA B I LI T Y The Board is accountable to the members of SLSA. The Constitution lists the following categories of membership: • State centres – debating and voting rights at SLSA general meetings. • Affiliated Clubs – debating but not voting rights at SLSA general meetings. • Life Members – debating but not voting rights at SLSA general meetings. • All members of affiliated clubs – can be present, but no debating or voting rights at SLSA general meetings.
The individual membership category is divided into various other sub-categories set out in the regulations.
I N D E PE N D E N C E At the commencement of each Board meeting, the Chair asks for Directors to declare conflicts of interest in any agenda items. Under the Board's structure, seven Directors are appointed by their respective state centre. The Chair ensures that all state appointed directors fulfil their fiduciary duties to SLSA.
E T H I C A L S TA N DA R DS The Board acknowledges the need for, and continued maintenance of, the highest standards of corporate governance practice, ethical conduct by all Board members and open and transparent processes. Declaring any conflict of interest and/or pecuniary interest in agenda items of Board meetings ensures that, where appropriate, Directors leave the meeting until discussion on the matter is concluded. In February 2022 the SLSA Board endorsed an updated Board Governance Charter which further strengthened the ethical standards by which the Board operates.
CO M PLI A N C E I S S U E S SLSA is a company limited by guarantee under the Corporations Act 2001 (Commonwealth). SLSA is also a registered charitable institution under the NSW Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 (NSW). The advisors noted earlier, Legal Counsel Ian Fullagar, Company Secretary Andrew Horne, BDO and Marsh Advantage Australia Pty Ltd also ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulation.
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The Board is assisted in aspects of its operations with external advice. Ian Fullagar continues to provide legal services. Andrew Horne has remained Company Secretary. Our auditors, BDO conduct an annual internal audit, giving the Board independent assurance and advice on financial management matters. Marsh Advantage Australia Pty Ltd continues to provide insurance advice and services.
As noted elsewhere, SLSA wholly owns a number of subsidiary bodies. The SLS Foundation raises funds nationally and in each state for SLSA. Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Services P/L provided helicopter rescue services in NSW. Surf Sports Australia P/L is another subsidiary of SLSA, primarily concerned with professional sports events. The financial results of these three subsidiaries are included in SLSA's accounts.
CO M PE N S AT I O N
F I D U C I A RY D U T I E S
Directors receive no compensation for their services. Travel and accommodation costs associated with meetings are met by SLSA.
Monthly financial statements for SLSA and subsidiary companies are provided to the Finance Audit and Compliance Committee (FACC). These monthly statements together with monthly accounts, are submitted to Directors for endorsement at the subsequent Board Meeting. All financial accounts and reports are overseen by the FACC and, on their recommendation, adopted or otherwise by the Board throughout the year. The FACC also oversees risk management, compliance and governance, including HR reporting.
TR AINING At times, presentations by outside experts on strategic matters are made to the Board. Directors have also been given the opportunity to attend workshops and other conferences relating to corporate governance at SLSA's expense.
PAT HWAYS TO B OA R D A N D CO M M I T T E E M E M B E R S H I P As one of the largest volunteer organisations in Australia, we are dependent on the contribution of our volunteer members for everything from patrolling beaches, to providing the overall management and operational delivery of frontline services and activities. Broadly speaking a person can become a member of the Board or a committee by being appointed by either SLSA or by a state centre. The skills base required for these positions is set out in the SLSA Board Governance Charter and also in the SLSA Regulations. SLSA provides multiple avenues and pathways to leadership roles within SLS including the Women’s Mentoring Program, National Leadership College and Masterclass.
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Governance Structure of SLSA
18 9,997 M E M B E R S
Organisational Structure
Governance Structure
National Body Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) Surf Life Saving Australia Subsidiaries
Executive Management Group SLSA Board
Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service
The Surf Life Saving Foundation
Surf Sports Australia
Life Saving Victoria (LSV)
Surf Life Saving Western Australia (SLSWA)
Surf Life Saving South Australia (SLSSA)
Surf Life Saving Tasmania (SLST)
Surf Life Saving Northern Territory (SLSNT)
57 Clubs
57 Clubs
31 Clubs
22 Clubs
15 Clubs
3 Clubs
18 ALS
19 ALS
14 ALS
13 ALS
3 ALS
2 ALS
3 ALS
29 Support Ops
11 Support Ops
16 Support Ops
12 Support Ops
6 Support Ops
4 Support Ops
4 Support Op
Surf Life Saving New South Wales (SLSNSW)
Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ)
11 Regional Branches
6 Regional Branches
129 Clubs
7 VMR
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Boards & Committees
1. E X E C U T I V E M A N AG E M E N T G RO U P
FI N A N C E, AU D I T & CO M PL I A N C E CO M M I T T EE
This is the management authority approved by the SLSA Board and is made up of the SLSA CEO, State CEOs with advice from SLSA Leadership Team and SLSA's Legal Adviser.
Assists the SLSA Board in the oversight of the reliability and integrity of accounting policies, financial reporting and disclosure practices.
Executive Management Group
Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee (FACC)
Name
Position
Name
Position
Adam Weir
Chair, CEO, SLSA
Melanie Evans
Chair, Independent SLSA Director
Steven Pearce AFSM
CEO, SLSNSW
Stephen Bennett
Independent Member
Dave Whimpey
CEO, SLSQ
Warrick Ranson
Independent Member
Catherine Greaves
CEO, LSV
Vincent Sheehan
Independent Member
James O'Toole
CEO, SLSWA
Suzanne Storrie
Independent SLSA Director
Damien Marangon
CEO, SLSSA
Tony van den Enden
CEO, SLST
I C T G OV ER N A N C E G RO U P
Samantha Farrow
CEO, SLSNT
This Committee makes recommendations to the Board on IT&T strategy, architecture, standards and policy with Surf Life Saving.
2 . G OV E R N A N C E CO M M I T T E E S A PP O I N T M EN T S & R EM U N ER AT I O N CO M M I T T EE Recommends the appointment of the CEO to the SLSA Board, reviews and reports proposed remuneration packages for the CEO and senior executives to the SLSA Board and ensures adequate human resource levels within the organisation. Appointments and Remuneration Committee Name
Position
John Baker ESM
President, SLSA
Melanie Evans
Independent SLSA Director & Chair of FACC
N O M I N AT I O N S CO M M I T T EE Assists the SLSA Board in the oversight of the reliability and integrity of accounting policies, financial reporting and disclosure practices. Nominations Committee Name
Position
Toni Bache
Chair, Independent SLSA Director
Christine Hopton OAM
Independent Member
Stephen Bennett
Independent Member
Lyn Barratt
Alternate Independent Member
ICT Governance Group Name
Position
Adam Weir
Chair, CEO, SLSA
Scott Randall
National ICT Manager, SLSA
John Baker ESM
President, SLSA
George Shales OAM
President, SLSNSW
Steven Pearce AFSM
CEO, SLSNSW
Kerrie Barnes
Senior Manager Business Process Improvement, SLSQ
Gabe Gossage
Independent Member
Michael Ewald
Independent ICT Business Strategist
Jonathon Golan
Independent Member
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4 . D E V E LO PM E N T D E V ELO PM EN T A DV I S O RY CO M M I T T EE
To represent the views of Surf Life Saving members nationally on matters relating to education.
To represent the views of Surf Life Saving members nationally on matters relating to development.
Education Advisory Committee
Development Advisory Committee
Name
Position
Name
Position
Tracey Hare-Boyd
Chair of Education
Nancy Joseph
Chair of Development
Tony Waller OAM
NSW Representative
Kerry Clancy
NSW Representative
Jonathan Donnelly
QLD Representative
Rob Campbell
QLD Representative
Katrina Antony
VIC Representative
Rebecca Schot-Guppy
VIC Representative
Michael Shaw
WA Representative
Angela Razvi
WA Representative
Kate Perry
SA Representative
Adam Luscombe
SA Representative
Steph Prendergast
TAS Representative
vacant
TAS Representative
vacant
NT Representative
Alison Snowden
NT Representative
Bernadette Flint
National Trainer of the Year until Nov 2021
Belinda Doman
National Volunteer of the Year until Nov 2021
Garry Williams
National Trainer of the Year from Nov 2021
Tea-Rose Passon
National Volunteer of the Year until Nov 2021
Graham Sharpe
National Assessor of the Year until Nov 2021
Ingrid Cobiac
National Assessor of the Year from Nov 2021
ED U C AT I O N M A N AG EM EN T CO M M I T T EE Coordinates the operations of the Australian Lifesaving Academy and discusses issues relating to education.
Development Advisors Laura Russo
Youth Advisor until May 2022
Gary Driscoll
Diversity and Inclusion Advisor from May 2022
Sam Fien
Wellbeing Advisor from May 2022
Simon Steinhofer
Leadership Advisor from May 2022
Susan McCaughtrie
Junior Participation Advisor from May 2022
Education Management Committee Name
Position
D E V ELO PM EN T M A N AG EM EN T CO M M I T T EE
Pamela Simon
Chair, Learning & Development Manager, SLSA
Hayley Jay
NSW Representative
Belinda Doman
QLD Representative July 2021 and Dec 2021 – May 2022
The Development Management Committee is responsible for the implementation and continual improvement of development within SLS.
Aleisha Gray
QLD Representative from Aug – Nov 2021
Anthony Cassone
QLD Representative from May 2022 – June 2022
Micah Spedding
VIC Representative
David Gallagher
WA Representative
Miriam Scherer
SA Representative
Leanne Johannesen
TAS Representative until May 2022
Ned Reardon
TAS Representative from May 2022
Sam Edwards
NT Representative
Development Management Committee Name
Position
Pamela Simon
Chair, Learning & Development Manager, SLSA
Claire Bevis
NSW Representative
Sam Clutterbuck
QLD Representative from August 2021
Emma Atkins
VIC Representative
David Somers
WA Representative
Mel Davis-Bishop
SA Representative
Leanne Johannesen
TAS Representative until May 2022
Alison Stubbs
TAS Representative from May 2022
Samantha Farrow
NT Representative until Nov 2021
Giorgio Romano
NT Representative from Nov 2021
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5. LI F E S AV I N G L I FE S AV I N G A DV I S O RY CO M M I T T EE
6. S P O R T S P O R T A DV I S O RY CO M M I T T EE
To represent the views of Surf Life Saving members nationally on matters relating to lifesaving.
To represent the views of Surf Life Saving members nationally on matters relating to sport.
Lifesaving Advisory Committee
Sport Member Advisory and Management Committee
Name
Position
Name
Position
Chris Jacobson
Chair of Lifesaving
Andrew Buhk
Chair of Sport
Joel Wiseman
NSW Representative
Don van Keimpema OAM
NSW Representative
Clint Swanton
QLD Representative
Charles Melloy
QLD Representative
Kane Treloar
VIC Representative
Rachel Rylance
VIC Representative
Liam Burke
WA Representative
Jason Wright
WA Representative
Glen Gallagher
SA Representative
Pat Larven
SA Representative
Simon Eade
TAS Representative
Don Marsh
TAS Representative
Adam Traugott
NT Representative
Ella Tilling
NT Representative
Matt Burrage
Surf Life Saver of the Year
Sport Advisors
Lifesaving Advisors
Greg Allum AM
Technical Advisor
Katie Dixon
Independent Member
Darren Warrener
HP & Sport Integrity Advisor
David Reid
Independent Member
Paul Kenny OAM
Officiating Advisor
Dr Ned Douglas
Medical Advisor
Grant Wilkinson
Coaching Advisor
Matthew Thompson
Power Craft Advisor
Kurt Wilson
ALT Head Coach
Scott McCartney
Lifeguard Advisor
Michael Brooks
Surf Boat Advisor
Joel Wiseman
Risk and Safety Advisor
Dr Shayne Baker OAM
ALT Selection Chair
L I FE S AV I N G M A N AG EM EN T CO M M I T T EE The Lifesaving Management Committee is responsible for the implementation and continual improvement of lifesaving plans, programs and activities. Lifesaving Management Committee
S P O R T M A N AG EM EN T CO M M I T T EE The Sport Management Committee is responsible for the implementation and continual improvement of sport, programs and activities.
Name
Position
Shane Daw ESM
Chair, General Manager Coastal Safety, SLSA
Sport Management Committee
Brent Manieri
NSW Representative
Name
Position
Peta Lawlor
QLD Representative until April 2022
Wayne Druery
Chair, Sport Manager, SLSA
Natalie Edwards
QLD Representative from April 2022
Jim Pinnington
NSW Representative
Liam Krige
VIC Representative
Stuart Hogben
QLD Representative
Nick Pavy
WA Representative until May 2022
Simon Butterly
VIC Representative
Dominic Cowdell
WA Representative from May 2022
Jason Wright/ Sandy Clarke
WA Representative
Daniel Willetts
SA Representative
Mel Bishop-Davis
SA Representative
Boyd Griggs
TAS Representative
Boyd Griggs
TAS Representative
Samantha Farrow
NT Representative
Ella Tilling/Giorgio Romano
NT Representative
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7. CO M M E R C I A L & PA R T N E R S H I P S MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS WORKING GROUP The Marketing and Communications Working Group is responsible for the discussion and management relating to Member and External communications and marketing.
8 . S PE C I A L PU R P O S E CO M M I T T E E S AU S T R A L I A N L I FEG UA R D S ERV I C E M A N AG EM EN T CO M M I T T EE Responsible for standardising the delivery of lifeguarding services around Australia and discussing issues surrounding lifeguarding.
Marketing Communications Working Group
Australian Lifeguard Service Management Committee
Name
Position
Name
Position
Jo Banning
Chair, Public Affairs Manager, SLSA
Scott McCartney
Chair, Lifeguard Adviser
Donna Wishart
NSW Representative
Jamie Findlay
SLSA, Lifesaving Operations Manager
Jess Grima
QLD Representative
Paul Sharpe
NSW Representative
Natalie Fortuna
VIC Representative
Greg Cahill
QLD Representative
Minda Penn
WA Representative
Hannah Tzimokas
VIC Representative
Darren Horne
SA Representative
Nick Pavy
WA Representative
Tony van den Enden
TAS Representative
Sonya Pugliese
SA Representative
Samantha Farrow
NT Representative
Leanne Johannesen
TAS Representative
Samantha Farrow
NT Representative
PA R T N ER S H I P S WO R K I N G G RO U P The Partnerships Working Group is responsible for the discussion and management relating to National Partnerships. Commercial Working Group
H A L L O F FA M E CO M M I T T EE The Panel meets to discuss SLSA Hall of Fame nominations and makes recommendations to the SLSA Board about inductions to the Hall of Fame.
Name
Position
Cherie Kellett
Chair, Partnerships Manager, SLSA
Hall of Fame Committee
Helen O'Connor
NSW Representative
Name
Position
Jess Grima
QLD Representative
John Baker ESM
Chair, President, SLSA
Jessica Wozniak
VIC Representative
Alan Whelpton AO
Life Governor, SLSA
Minda Penn
WA Representative
Warren Rennie AM
Life Member, SLSA
Darren Horne
SA Representative
Rick Wright OAM
Life Member, SLSA
Tony van den Enden
TAS Representative
Kristy Ellis AM
Independent Member
Samantha Farrow
NT Representative
H O N O U R S CO M M I T T EE Initiates nominations to the appropriate authorities on behalf of SLSA members considered eligible for civil, sporting, community and other awards. Honours Committee Name
Position
Mark Fife OAM
Chair, SLSA Appointed Director, SLSQ
Darryl Pope OAM
Independent Member
Kevin Larkins
Independent Member
Suzanne Storrie
Independent SLSA Director
H I S TO RY CO M M I T T EE Advises, comments, and submits recommendations on the collection, conservation, management and documentation of the history of surf lifesaving in Australia. History Committee Name
Position
Stan Vesper
Chair
Prue Weber
Independent Member
Tim Tucak
Independent Member
Ken Knight BEM
Independent Member
Peter Orlovich
Honorary Archivist
Section 03: Governance & Oversight
M ER I TO R I O U S AWA R DS S EL EC T I O N CO M M I T T EE Selects individuals, lifesavers, and/or groups for Meritorious Awards. Selects individual lifesavers and/or groups for the Lifesaver of the Year Award and other associate programs, awards and educational tours.
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9. AUSTR ALIAN CHAMPIONSHIPS COMMIT TEES COMPETITION COMMITTEE The Competition Committee directs all matters relating to the actual conduct of the competition. Competition Committee
Meritorious Awards Selection Committee Name
Position
Chris Jacobson
Chair
Mark Fife OAM
SLSA Appointed Director, SLSQ
Graham Ford AM
Independent Member
Katie Dixon
Independent Member
Darryl Pope OAM
Independent Member
S U R F B OAT CO M M I T T EE Advises SLSA and relevant Sport committees on matters relating to Surf Boats. Surf Boat Committee Name
Position
Nick Sampson
ASRL President
Natasha Tunney
Secretary
Rory Gillespie
Treasurer
Geoff Wilson
Vice President
Phil Chipman
Vice President
Rod Costa
Vice President
Edwina Wright
Vice President
Grant Wilkinson
Vice President
Grant Howe
Vice President
ATHLETE SELECTION PANEL Responsible for the selection of national teams in accordance with SLSA selection policy. Athlete Selection Panel Name
Position
Dr Shayne Baker OAM
Chair
Jennifer Parry
Independent Member
Garry Mensforth
Independent Member
Name
Position
John Brennan OAM
Chair – Opens & Masters Championships
John Brennan OAM
Chair – Youth Championships
Andrew Buhk
SLSA Chair of Sport
Wayne Druery
Championships Referee - Opens and Masters
Jenny Kenny
Championships Referee – Youth
Kane Treloar
Safety & Emergency Management Coordinator
Paul Chivers
Independent Risk Advisor
Greg Allum AM
Technical Advisor
Paul Kenny
Officials Advisor
Wayne Druery
Sport Manager / CEO Delegate
Brad Dean
National Events Manager/Minutes
Nick Crilly
Host Club Representative – Kurrawa
Megan Lowns
Host Club Representative – North Kirra
Nathan Fife
Host Club Representative – Broadbeach
Jo Banning
Media Liaison Officer (Observer)
Zayne Hamill Nick Sampson Natasha Tunney
Athletes Representatives
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S U M M A R I S E D F I N A N C I A L R E P O R T F O R T H E Y E A R E N D E D 30 J U N E 2022 The summarised financial report is an extract from the full financial report for the year ended 30 June 2022. The financial statements and specific disclosures included in the summarised financial report have been derived from the 2022 financial report of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited and its subsidiaries. The summarised financial report cannot be expected to provide as full an understanding of the financial performance, financial position and financing and investing activities of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited and its subsidiaries as the full financial report. The full financial report and the auditor’s report will be submitted to the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission, and will be sent to SLSA’s voting members on request, free of charge.
D I S C U S S I O N A N D A N A LYS I S O F T H E S U M M A RY F I N A N C I A L S TAT E M E N T S F O R T H E Y E A R E N D E D 30 J U N E 2022 1. S TAT EM EN T S O F PRO FI T O R LO S S A N D OT H ER CO M PR EH EN S I V E I N CO M E The consolidated entity recorded a net surplus for the financial year ended 30 June 2022 of $214,713 (2021: $202,587 deficit). After other comprehensive income the total surplus for the year was $260,429 (2021: $142,330 deficit). Consolidated revenue for 2022 was $73,783,172 (2021: $64,681,403). Sponsorship decreased to $12,148,182 (2021: $13,170,134) from a reduction in the total value of sponsorship of our major sporting events. Government Grants increased to $15,403,726 (2021: $9,930,981) due to a return of funding for our VET program, and an increase in the Beach Safety Equipment Fund (BSEF) from $5,000 to $15,000 per club for the year. We continued to build the Foundation’s lottery program with revenue increasing to $31,362,890 (2021: $23,993,486) as a result of another significant annual increase in the number of members in our Champions Club. Fundraising and donations collected during the year decreased to $10,743,840 (2021: $13,096,452) as we continue to navigate through changing philanthropic landscape. Consolidated expenditure for 2022 increased to $73,568,459 (2021: $64,883,990) with expenditure associated with the increase in government grants and the continued investment in the lottery program. Expenditure on lifesaving, development and education increased to $22,778,587 (2021: $18,633,369) in line with the return of VET funding and increase in BSEF grants to clubs. Expenditure on competitions increased to $5,654,093 (2021: $4,543,840) with a return to activity in our High Performance program and increased costs associated with running the Australian Championships. Overall expenditure for helicopter administration and operations including finance costs was consistent with 2021 at $3,805,532 (2021: $3,822,383). Foundation commercial expenditure, which includes the cost of prizes for lotteries and trade promotions, increased to $26,058,719 (2021: $21,420,545) as we continued our investment in attracting new members to our Champions Club. Philanthropic expenses decreased to $3,343,771 (2021: $3,673,647) and fundraising distributions to states as a result of fundraising activities decreased to $5,927,560 ($2021: $6,940,284).
2. S TAT EM EN T S O F FI N A N C I A L P O S I T I O N The net assets of the consolidated group have increased to $26,606,572 (2021: $26,346,143) representing the net surplus for the year. The current ratio (current assets: current liabilities) increased to 2.41 (2021: 2.24) which is impacted by the recognition of the consolidated entity’s right of use assets under AASB 16; right of use assets are classified entirely as non-current whilst the associated lease liabilities associated with these assets are split between current and non-current liabilities. Nonetheless, the ratio still reflects the strong liquid position of the group and continues to be well above the international benchmark of one. Property, plant and equipment decreased to $9,908,372 (20201: $12,859,085) with only minor expenditure on capital assets and intangible assets increased to $455,309 (2021: nil) with an investment into water safety related programming. Cash decreased to $17,540,028 (2021: $22,761,332) which is reflected largely in the decrease in trade and other payables to $13,518,966 (2021: $16,356,804). Along with this, and payments of lease principals, total liabilities decreased to $22,825,112 (2021: $28,024,313).
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3. S TAT EM EN T S O F C A S H FLOW S For the consolidated group, cash decreased by $5,221,304 (2020: $5,191,833 increase). Net cash outflow from operating activities was $1,989,183 (2021: $8,017,277 inflow). Net cash outflow from investment activities was $568,296 (2021: $369,897) which represent payments for property, plant and equipment and intangible assets. Outflows of $2,663,825 (2021: $2,455,497 outflow) for financing activities represent repayments of principal on leases. The Directors are satisfied that the consolidated entity has sufficient cash reserves to meet its liabilities as and when they fall due for a period of at least twelve months following the date of authorisation of the financial report.
STATEMENTS OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME For the year ended 30 June 2022 Note
Consolidated Entity
Parent Entity
2022 ($)
2021 ($)
2022 ($)
2021 ($)
CONTINUING OPERATIONS Revenue
2
73,783,172
64,681,403
38,900,689
35,828,764
Expenses
3
(73,271,344)
(64,558,736)
(39,073,080)
(34,600,377)
Finance costs
(297,115)
(325,254)
(2,113)
(111)
Surplus / (deficit) before income tax expense
214,713
(202,587)
(174,504)
1,228,276
Surplus / (deficit) after income tax expense from continuing operations for the year attributable to the members of Surf Life Saving Australia
214,713
(202,587)
(174,504)
1,228,276
Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax
45,716
60,257
45,716
60,257
Total comprehensive income/(deficit) for the year attributable to the members of Surf Life Saving Australia
260,429
(142,330)
(128,788)
1,288,533
The above statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income are to be read in conjunction with the attached notes.
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STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION As at 30 June 2022 Note Current assets Cash and cash equivalents Trade and other receivables
4
Inventories Other assets
5
Total current assets
Consolidated Entity
Parent Entity
2022 ($)
2021 ($)
2022 ($)
2021 ($)
17,540,028
22,761,332
11,166,566
14,692,914
982,752
1,456,835
1,561,464
2,695,017
687,101
592,556
687,101
592,556
19,626,959
16,486,644
10,730,349
10,158,003
38,836,840
41,297,367
24,145,480
28,138,490
-
-
3,300,782
3,300,782
Non-current assets Other financial assets
6
Trade and other receivables
4
Property, plant and equipment
231,163
214,004
-
-
9,908,372
12,859,085
1,321,885
1,336,163
455,309
-
455,309
-
Total non-current assets
10,594,844
13,073,089
5,077,976
4,636,945
Total assets
49,431,684
54,370,456
29,223,456
32,775,435
Intangible assets
Current liabilities Trade and other payables
7
12,571,442
14,978,912
8,356,431
11,529,303
Lease liabilities
9
2,749,462
2,798,645
35,001
8,377
Employee benefits
8
Total current liabilities
823,891
662,014
516,115
428,857
16,144,795
18,439,571
8,907,547
11,966,537
1,377,892
Non-current liabilities Trade and other payables
7
947,524
1,377,892
947,524
Lease liabilities
9
5,616,389
8,102,086
46,035
-
Employee benefits
8
116,404
104,764
61,693
41,561
Total non-current liabilities
6,680,317
9,584,742
1,055,252
1,419,453
Total liabilities
22,825,112
28,024,313
9,962,799
13,385,990
Net assets
26,606,572
26,346,143
19,260,657
19,389,445
Equity Retained surpluses
Reserves Total equity
14
14,374,086
14,162,764
7,028,171
7,206,066
12,232,486
12,183,379
12,232,486
12,183,379
26,606,572
26,346,143
19,260,657
19,389,445
The above statements of financial position are to be read in conjunction with the attached notes.
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STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY For the year ended 30 June 2022 Consolidated Entity Retained surpluses ($) Balance at 30 June 2020 Deficit after income tax expense for the year Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax Total comprehensive deficit for the year Transfer to reserves Balance at 30 June 2021 Surplus after income tax expense for the year Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax
14,381,312 (202,587)
Operating Reserve ($) 2,017,991 -
Capital Reserve ($) 10,089,170 -
Total Equity ($) 26,488,473 (202,587)
-
-
60,257
60,257
(202,587)
-
60,257
(142,330)
(15,961)
15,961
-
-
14,162,764
2,033,952
10,149,427
26,346,143
214,713
-
-
214,713
-
-
45,716
45,716
Total comprehensive income for the year
214,713
-
45,716
260,429
Transfer to reserves
(3,391)
3,391
-
-
14,374,086
2,037,343
10,195,143
26,606,572
Balance at 30 June 2022
The above statement of changes in equity is to be read in conjunction with the attached notes.
Parent Entity Retained surpluses ($)
Operating Reserve ($)
Capital Reserve ($)
Total Equity ($)
Balance at 30 June 2020
5,993,751
2,017,991
10,089,170
18,100,912
Surplus after income tax expense for the year
1,228,276
-
-
1,228,276
-
-
60,257
60,257
1,228,276
-
60,257
1,288,533
(15,961)
15,961
-
-
7,206,066
2,033,952
10,149,427
Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax Total comprehensive income for the year Transfer to reserves Balance at 30 June 2021 Deficit after income tax expense for the year Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax Total comprehensive deficit for the year Transfer to reserves Balance at 30 June 2022
19,389,445
(174,504)
-
-
(174,504)
-
-
45,716
45,716
(174,504)
-
45,716
(128,788)
(3,391)
3,391
-
-
7,028,171
2,037,343
10,195,143
The above statement of changes in equity is to be read in conjunction with the attached notes
19,260,657
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STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOW For the year ended 30 June 2022 Note Cash flows from operating activities
Consolidated Entity 2022 ($)
Receipts from sponsors, donors and customers (inclusive of GST) Payments to suppliers and employees (inclusive of GST) Interest received Interest paid on leases Net cash from / (used in) operating activities
2021 ($)
Parent Entity 2022 ($)
2021 ($)
78,942,017
72,446,337
41,061,343
41,437,257
(80,685,331)
(64,164,323)
(44,059,109)
(34,540,035)
51,246
60,517
14,587
24,311
(297,115)
(325,254)
(2,113)
(111)
(1,989,183)
8,017,277
(2,985,292)
6,921,422
Cash flows from investing activities Payments for property, plant and equipment
(60,042)
(369,897)
-
-
Payments for intangible assets
(508,254)
-
(508,254)
-
Net cash from / (used in) investing activities
(568,296)
(369,897)
(508,254)
-
Cash flows from financing activities (2,663,825)
(2,455,497)
(32,802)
(34,127)
Net cash from / (used in) financing activities
Repayments of principal on lease liabilities
9
(2,663,825)
(2,455,497)
(32,802)
(34,127)
Net (decrease) / increase in cash and cash equivalents
(5,221,304)
5,191,883
(3,526,348)
6,887,295
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the financial year
22,761,332
17,569,449
14,692,914
7,805,619
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the financial year
17,540,028
22,761,332
11,166,566
14,692,914
The above statements of cash flows are to be read in conjunction with the attached notes.
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N OT E S TO A N D F O R M I N G PA R T O F T H E S U M M A RY F I N A N C I A L S TAT E M E N T S For the year ended 30 June 2022 1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The Summary Financial Statements have been prepared from the audited financial report for Surf Life Saving Australia Limited (‘company’, ‘parent entity’ or ‘registered entity’) and the entities that it controlled (‘consolidated entity’ or ‘group’) during and at the end of the year ended 30 June 2022. The audited financial report for the year ended 30 June 2022 is submitted to the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission, and is available to Surf Life Saving Australia Limited’s voting members on request from Surf Life Saving Australia Limited and its subsidiaries. The financial statements are presented in Australian Dollars which is Surf Life Saving Australia Limited’s functional and presentation currency. The financial statements, specific disclosures and other information included in the summary financial statements are derived from and are consistent with the full financial statements of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited and its subsidiaries. The summary financial statements cannot be expected to provide as detailed an understanding of the financial performance, financial position and financing and investing activities of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited and its subsidiaries as the full financial report. The Summary Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standard AASB 1039: Concise Financial Reports and the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012. The accounting policies adopted have been consistently applied to all financial periods unless otherwise stated. Consolidated Entity 2. REVENUE
2022 ($)
Parent Entity
2021 ($)
2022 ($)
2021 ($)
Government grants***
15,403,726
9,930,981
14,303,726
8,830,981
Sponsorship*
12,148,182
13,170,134
11,673,182
12,775,134
Fundraising and donations*
10,743,840
13,096,452
9,030,883
10,546,430
Commercial revenue*
31,362,890
23,993,486
-
-
1,751,113
2,658,102
1,636,070
1,896,545
51,246
60,517
14,587
24,311
949,696
999,481
961,381
1,010,654
Other revenue* Interest* Sale of goods* Hire of helicopter*
81,200
19,400
-
-
Royalty and trademark revenue*
266,033
192,518
266,033
192,518
Competition entry fees*
1,025,246
560,332
1,014,827
552,190
73,783,172
64,681,403
38,900,689
35,828,764
Revenue has been disaggregated by revenue type in the above table, with sales outside of Australia representing less than 1% of revenue. Sources of Government funding NSW State Government Department of Justice, Office of Emergency Management*
1,100,000
1,100,000
-
-
13,442,526
8,009,481
13,442,526
8,009,481
Australian Federal Government Department of Health** Sport Australia*
861,200
821,500
861,200
821,500
15,403,726
9,930,981
14,303,726
8,830,981
* Timing of revenue recognition represents goods or services transferred at a point in time. ** Timing of revenue recognition represents goods or services transferred over time. *** Timing of revenue recognition represents services transferred both at a point in time and over time.
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N OT E S TO A N D F O R M I N G PA R T O F T H E S U M M A RY F I N A N C I A L S TAT E M E N T S For the year ended 30 June 2022
Consolidated Entity 3. EXPENSES
Parent Entity
2022 ($)
2021 ($)
2022 ($)
2021 ($)
Lifesaving
22,778,587
18,633,369
24,399,784
20,207,347
Competitions
5,654,093
4,543,840
5,217,674
4,196,565
Administration of lifesaving and competitions
3,110,417
3,201,476
3,110,417
3,201,476
Cost of sales
809,191
840,637
818,763
849,720
Fundraising distribution to states
5,927,560
6,940,284
5,526,442
6,145,269
Philanthropic expense
3,343,771
3,673,647
-
-
Expenses relating to commercial activities
26,058,719
21,420,545
-
-
Administration of Foundation activities
2,075,077
1,815,797
-
-
Helicopter administration and finance
269,859
264,647
-
-
Helicopter operations
3,144,710
3,024,922
-
-
Helicopter fundraising
99,360
199,572
-
-
73,271,344
64,558,736
39,073,080
34,600,377
4. TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES Current Trade receivables
413,642
732,982
328,207
703,902
Other receivables
569,110
723,853
1,233,257
1,991,115
982,752
1,456,835
1,561,464
2,695,017
231,163
214,004
-
-
231,163
214,004
-
-
817,894
156,386
535,206
8,576
8,613,922
6,180,831
-
-
Non-current Security deposit
5. OTHER ASSETS (CURRENT) Prepayments Fundraising Prize bank Investment in managed fund
10,195,143
10,149,427
10,195,143
10,149,427
19,626,959
16,486,644
10,730,349
10,158,003
-
-
3,300,782
3,300,782
-
-
3,300,782
3,300,782
1,778,335
3,079,088
456,940
1,833,837
Other payables
2,821,295
3,564,585
2,292,403
2,786,630
Income in advance
7,042,248
7,737,417
4,677,524
6,311,014
6. OTHER FINANCIAL ASSETS (NON-CURRENT) Unlisted investments in subsidiaries at cost
7. TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES Current Trade payables
Public liability claims pool (see below)
929,564
597,822
929,564
597,822
12,571,442
14,978,912
8,356,431
11,529,303
Non-current Public liability claims pool (see below)
947,524
1,377,892
947,524
1,377,892
947,524
1,377,892
947,524
1,377,892
The public liability claims pool is administered by the parent entity on behalf of the parent entity and all its State Centres to manage part of the public liability risk for all of Surf Life Saving Australia’s entities covered by the parent entity’s public liability insurance. Current estimates by insurance broker (Marsh Advantage) calculated a potential liability of $929,564 related to reported claims that are currently outstanding (2021: $597,822). This amount makes up the current liability portion shown above.
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N OT E S TO A N D F O R M I N G PA R T O F T H E S U M M A RY F I N A N C I A L S TAT E M E N T S For the year ended 30 June 2022
Consolidated Entity 8. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Parent Entity
2022 ($)
2021 ($)
2022 ($)
2021 ($)
823,891
662,014
516,115
428,857
Employee entitlements
116,404
104,764
61,693
41,561
Aggregate employee benefits
940,295
766,778
577,808
470,418
Current
2,749,462
2,798,645
35,001
8,377
Non-current
5,616,389
8,102,086
46,035
-
Aggregate lease liabilities
8,365,851
10,900,731
81,036
8,377
Current Employee benefits Non-current
9. LEASES
The consolidated entity recognises leases for the use of assets under AASB 16 Leases. These are recognised as right-of-use assets and associated liabilities split between current and non-current liabilities. Expenses incurred include the following amount specific to the leases:
Interest expense Depreciation Low value and short-term leases Total cash outflow for leases
297,115
325,254
2,113
111
2,755,515
2,576,230
28,940
33,733
10,529
17,641
-
-
2,971,469
2,798,392
34,915
34,238
2,968,815
2,932,830
36,409
8,560
Future lease payments (undiscounted) Within one year Between one and five years
5,809,748
8,691,019
51,135
-
8,778,563
11,623,849
87,544
8,560
The consolidated entity leases land and buildings for its offices, aircraft hangar, and warehouse under agreements of three years. On renewal, the terms of the leases are renegotiated. The consolidated entity also leases plant and equipment under an agreement of four years. The consolidated entity has an agreement for the provision of helicopter services which is recognised as a lease under AASB 16. Lease payments include a fixed daily charge as well as variable payments dependant on the number of hours flown by the aircraft. The current agreement is for a period of 5 years with an option to extend for a further 5 years. The consolidated entity’s office at 1 Notts Avenue Bondi Beach is occupied under a 40 year lease for $70 per year. The premises are used as the head office for Surf Life Saving Australia and the terms of the lease restrict its usage to this purpose. The consolidated entity is dependent on the lease to the extent that it does not incur the cost of commercial rents to occupy office space and can therefore allocate those funds to its charitable purposes. The consolidated entity occupies the helicopter base at Cape Banks Reserve, Botany Bay on a 99 year lease with no lease payments, under the Crown Lands Act (1989). The consolidated entity is dependent on its right to occupy the base in order to operate the service. These lease arrangements have been recognised at cost; as a not for profit entity, the consolidated entity has elected to take relief from recognising its concessionary leases at fair value.
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N OT E S TO A N D F O R M I N G PA R T O F T H E S U M M A RY F I N A N C I A L S TAT E M E N T S For the year ended 30 June 2022 Consolidated Entity
Parent Entity
10. REMUNERATION OF AUDITORS
During the financial year the following fees were paid or payable for services provided by BDO Audit Pty Ltd, the auditor of the company, its network firms and unrelated firms: Audit Services - BDO Audit Pty Ltd
2022 ($)
2021 ($)
2022 ($)
2021 ($)
Audit of the financial statements
134,500
120,500
66,250
62,500
Audit of acquittal reporting
4,400
3,000
4,400
3,000
Audit of lotteries
40,075
31,247
-
-
178,975
154,747
70,650
65,500
11. CONTINGENCIES Public Liability Claims Pool The parent entity manages a public liability claims pool on behalf of the parent entity and all Surf Life Saving Australia’s State Centres. A review has indicated that the funds held in the pool will be sufficient to cover the cost of all expected claims.
12. MEMBERS’ EQUITY ISSUED CAPITAL The parent entity is a company limited by guarantee and as such does not have any issued capital. If the company is wound up, the Constitution states that each member is required to contribute a maximum of $10 each towards meeting any outstanding obligations of the company. As at 30 June 2022 the number of members was 189,997 (2021: 181,572). Country of Incorporation
Percentage of shares held 2022 (%)
Percentage of shares held 2021 (%)
Australia
100
100
SLSA Helicopters Pty Ltd
Australia
100
100
Surf Sports Australia Pty Ltd
Australia
100
100
Australia
-
-
13. DETAILS OF SUBSIDIARIES Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Ltd
The Surf Life Saving Foundation Limited
(1)
(1)(2)
(1) Compliance with the financial disclosure requirements of the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 (NSW) has been disclosed in the financial statements of these entities. (2) The Surf Life Saving Foundation is a company limited by guarantee with Surf Life Saving Australia Limited as the sole voting member.
Consolidated Entity
Parent Entity
14. RESERVES
2022 ($)
2021 ($)
2022 ($)
2021 ($)
Operating Reserve
2,037,343
2,033,952
2,037,343
2,033,952
Capital Reserve
10,195,143
10,149,427
10,195,143
10,149,427
12,232,486
12,183,379
12,232,486
12,183,379
The purpose of the SLSA Financial Reserves Policy is to contribute to the long-term financial stability of the organisation. Reserves should provide balance sheet stability, enable SLSA to continue to achieve its strategic objectives in cases of temporary shortage of operating funds, and provide additional returns for capital investment outside of its normal operating budget. The Operating Reserve is intended to provide an internal source of funds for situations such as a short-term cash shortage caused by a delay in receipt of government funding or major sponsorship instalment. Operating Reserves are not intended to replace a permanent loss of funds or eliminate an ongoing budget gap. If Operating Reserves are used it is the intention that they be replenished within a reasonably short period of time. The Capital Reserve is intended to provide low risk returns that SLSA can access to fund additional capital expenditure or new initiatives that require funding from outside SLSA’s regular operating budget. Secondary to this, principal funds can be called upon for larger capital requirements or to allow the organisation to continue operating through a loss of significant funding or restrictive economic environment.
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N OT E S TO A N D F O R M I N G PA R T O F T H E S U M M A RY F I N A N C I A L S TAT E M E N T S For the year ended 30 June 2022 15. FOUNDATION PERPETUITY TRUST
The Surf Life Saving Foundation (SLSF), a subsidiary of the parent entity (SLSA), acts as trustee for the Foundation Perpetuity Trust, a charitable trust which is maintained and applied solely for specific purposes outlined in its Trust Deed. The value at 30 June 2022 of the total donations SLSA has made to the trust is $10,983,249 (2021: $11,631,746). The parent entity acknowledges conditions of control of the Foundation Perpetuity Trust under AASB 10 may be met. The parent entity has made an accounting judgement that it does not control the Foundation Perpetuity Trust and has therefore not consolidated the Trust’s financial statements into its own. This determination has been made upon consideration of the following facts: • The trustee does not have access to the variable returns of the trust; the economic benefit of the trust does not lie with the trustee. • SLSA and SLSF are not eligible to receive distributions from the Trust. • SLSA cannot direct the trustee in the performance of the trust. • The control and governance of the trustee vests in the Board of SLSF not in any way in SLSA. SLSA can only remove the trustee where it has acted improperly. • If the Trust were to be wound-up, the assets would be distributed equally amongst all SLS entities (clubs, branches, states etc.). 16. EVENTS OCCURRING AFTER THE REPORTING PERIOD
No matter or circumstance has arisen since the end of the financial year that has significantly affected, or may significantly affect the consolidated entity’s operations, the results of those operations, or the consolidated entity’s state of affairs in future financial years. 17. COMPANY DETAILS
The registered office and principal place of business of the consolidated entity is 1 Notts Avenue, Bondi Beach NSW 2026. DIRECTORS' DECLARATION
In accordance with a resolution of the directors of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited, the directors of the company declare that the summary financial statements of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited and its subsidiaries for the financial year ended 30 June 2022, as set out on pages 66 - 75: a. Complies with Accounting Standard AASB 1039: Concise Financial Reports; and b. Is an extract from the full financial report for the year ended 30 June 2022 and has been derived from and is consistent with the full financial report of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited and its subsidiaries. On behalf of the Directors by
John Baker ESM Director Sydney, 30 September 2022
Melanie Evans Director Sydney, 30 September 2022
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AWARDS & HONOURS
SLSA Hall of Fame
SLSA Hall of Fame Surf Lifesaving
Administration
Sport
Sport
Major John Bond
Gregory Arthur Allum AM
John Bliss
Kristy Munroe AM
Harold John Brown OAM
Cornelius Kennedy Asmussen MBE Sir Adrian Curlewis CVO CBE
Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore Open Boat crew
Geoff Waters
Michael Burke BEM
Melissa Cracroft-Wilson (nee Howard)
Professor Tess Cramond OBE AO
Roy Doyle
Bondi R&R team
Currumbin Patrol Competition team
Theo Haywood
Bundaberg March Past team
Simon Harris
Cliff Marsh OAM
Graham Carlisle OAM
Elizabeth Pluimers
Donald D McIntyre
Jon Donohoe AM
Clint Robinson OAM
John West (Jack) McMaster AM DFC
Harold C Evans
Kristy Munroe
Tom Meagher OBE
Karla Gilbert
Ken Murray
Lyster Ormsby
Kristy Harris
Bob Newbiggin
Charles Davidson Paterson
Trevor Hendy AM
Harry Nightingale
Ronald E Rankin AM
Dennis Heussner
Clint Robinson OAM
Paul Smith OAM
John Robert Holt
Barry Rodgers
Barry Bede (Gus) Staunton MBE
Ky Hurst
Noel P Ryan
Ron Tallon OAM
Brian Hutchings
Peter Douglas Tibbitts
FO (Frank) Venning MBE
Grant Kenny OAM
Ken Vidler
Ken WC Watson MBE
Bruce Kolkka
Wanda Six Man R&R team
Alan Brian Whelpton AO
Peter Lacey
Stephen Warren
Dan White OAM
Killcare Open Mens Beach Relay Team
Graham Ross White OAM
Maroubra SLSC Double Ski Team
Shannon Eckstein
Northcliffe Open Patrol Competition Team
Michael Jones
Jack Dearlove MBE Bob Gear AM Alan Kennedy MBE Dr Ian Mackie AM Graham McKenzie OAM Hector McDonald OAM Warren Allen Rennie AM Earle Smith AM Ainslie W ‘Sprint’ Walker OBE Peter George AM Mark Fife OAM Hayden Kenny OAM
Jack Winders OBE SW (Bill) Winders MBE Ian (Rick) Wright OAM Robert Brydon AM Graham Ford AM
Mona Vale Black Open AW Surf Boat Crew Kate Czerny Andrew Kelckhoven Lachlan Tame
Steve Wilkes
Naomi Flood North Cottesloe Open Surf Boat—Crew Lenore Grice Elly Miller Darren Mercer OAM
Alison O’Toole
James (Harvey) Stansell
South Port Open March Past Team
Peter Milburn
Andrew Bowden Don Morrison OAM Robert (Rob) Mayo AM
Dean Mercer OAM
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AWARDS & HONOURS
National Awards of Excellence P R E S E N T E D N O V E M B E R 2 0 21
Youth Surf Lifesaver of the Year Dylan Chapman, Miami Beach SLSC – QLD
DHL Lifeguard of the Year Isaac Smith, QLD
DHL Surf Lifesaver of the Year Matthew Burrage, Goolwa SLSC – SA
The Surf Youth Lifesaver of the Year recognises and rewards young members who have made an outstanding contribution to the delivery and development of surf lifesaving frontline services. It is aimed at active younger surf lifesavers undertaking lifesaving duties and who can be presented as identifiable as the future of Surf Life Saving.
The DHL Lifeguard of the Year recognises and rewards Australian Lifeguard Service employees who have made an outstanding contribution to the delivery and development of lifeguard services.
The DHL Surf Lifesaver of the Year recognises and rewards members who have made an outstanding contribution to the delivery and development of surf lifesaving frontline services. It is aimed at active surf lifesavers undertaking lifesaving duties and who can be presented as an identifiable “Ambassador” for Surf Lifesaving.
Dylan holds multiple roles a Miami in addition to his patrol duties, Youth Development Officer, Coach and Age Manager. In his role as Youth Development Officer, Dylan has consistently engaged the youth by hosting events, organising trips, and promoting and encouraging youth involvement in external SLS activities. Dylan has extended his own skill set by hosting a Nipper training camp with over 40 participants. Dylan was responsible for the logistics, promotion, catering, finance, coaching and water safety, and coordinated with youth and parents to ensure that all roles were filled. Dylan is also an Assistant Age Manager of 40 nippers in the U9s age group and has proven himself an engaging and interactive leader. Dylan has also assisted with the training of new IRB crewpersons and drivers by volunteering his passion, experience, and considerable talent in the IRBs (courtesy of IRB Racing) as a SME. Dylan is known as a lead by example mentor, he is admired by his peers and senior club members and looked up by the younger club members.
Isaac has had a tremendous influence on Lifeguards in the Northern region of the Sunshine Coast over the past year. Isaac’s most significant contribution to the lifeguard services was the implementation of the Intraservice Noosa National Park Induction. This induction has seen countless lifeguards, lifesavers and other emergency service agencies including Queensland Ambulance, Police and Fire educated on the hazard prone areas within the Noosa National Park, an area subject to numerous call out each year. Isaac gained his Cert IV in training and assessing, instructing his peers, becoming a mentor to many young lifesavers as well as working at the SLSQ academy. Isaac is a member of the Westpac SLSQ Helicopter Service and has attended numerous major incidents through the course of the season.
Matt is an active, enthusiastic and motivated member of Goolwa. He holds many awards, and this season achieved a total of 350 logged patrol hours. As well as an active Goolwa member, Matt undertook various roles at State level, focusing on life saving operations, service delivery and continuous improvement. Matt has been instrumental in keeping SLS at the forefront of emergency service operations in SA, ensuring SLSSA members are utilised by State Water Police in their response activities. Further to this involvement, Matt has delivered training for emergency operations and youth development programs, Silver Medallion Aquatic Rescue courses to emergency operations groups member who assist police with search and rescue. Matt has become mentor to many of the members he has trained. He leaves a significant impression, recognises bravery and encourages on-going commitment within his youth groups, always ensuring the welfare of his group as a priority.
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DHL Volunteer of the Year Tea-Rose Passon Port Melbourne LSC – LSV The DHL Volunteer of the Year recognises an individual who has demonstrated achievements in a range of different areas of a club or surf lifesaving service organisation throughout the year, or who has shown significant and outstanding achievements in one particular area. The individual’s contribution demonstrably enhances the development of surf lifesaving. Tea has displayed outstanding professional commitment to her club recording over 300 patrol and water safety hours during the past season. Tea holds numerous roles within her club including Vice President, Patrol Director, Communications Manager, Youth Development Officer amongst others. Tea also finds time to be actively involved at both Anglesea and South Melbourne. Tea’s strategic thinking in relation to engaging and developing youth members and pursuing opportunities to collaborate with other clubs is particularly commended. She also implemented the Club’s first Pink Patrol and promoted the Save Like a Girl LSV initiative. Tea has been instrumental in club improvements and initiatives, Tea implemented significant improvements in communications and engagement of youth and access to programs and key information through use of social media (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Sportsbag). This initiative has ensured information is accessed in a contemporary and relevant way for young members. Tea embodies the values of lifesaving and volunteerism by continually going above and beyond through her commitment to all aspects of her club and local community and encouraging and empowering other members to do the same.
DHL Club of the Year Trigg Island SLSC, WA The DHL Club of the Year encourages and recognises outstanding achievements in club development that results in SLSA clubs providing safer beach and aquatic environments for the community. The 2020 season was a tremendous success for Trigg Island within the newly developed community engagement area, as well as the Club excelling in the areas of education, competition and member participation. Trigg Island has taken on the continued growth of their membership base, using the season to not only save lives but create great Australians through member engagement, training opportunities, surf sports development and community programs. Some of the great achievements by the club this season are: • Avalanche Development Day – an intensive one-day scenario based opportunity for patrol captains/vice captains utilising the WA Police Academy. The Perth Wildcats Coach Trevor Gleeson finished the day with a leadership presentation • Under 13 Development Camp – two-day camp for 46 members focusing on leadership, friendship and team building. • Silver Salties was rolled out with an impressive 65 members participating. • Women in Surf Weekend focusing on female health and wellbeing, athletic development team building and friendship. • Modified Surf Carnival was held in conjunction with the Stephen Michael Foundation. 45 children with varying disabilities participating and experiencing firsthand the joys of surf sport. • Metropolitan Migrant Resource Centre Beach Safety Program – the club welcomed 129 participants from the Metropolitan Migrant Resource Centre to participate in a Beach Safety Program, which included vital beach safety and awareness information and training. In the awards and recognition space, the club also achieved SLSWA Coach of the Year, Age Group Manager of the Year, Youth Athlete of the Year, Woodside Nippers Program Coordinator of the Year, Surf Sports Team of the Year, Bernie Kelly Medal and the inaugural Nipper Surf Sports Champion.
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Trainer of the Year Garry Williams, Secret Harbour – WA
Assessor of the Year Ingrid Cobiac Brighton SLSC, SA
Trainer of the Year award recognises and rewards trainers who have made a significant contribution towards the area of education and awards.
Assessor of the Year award recognises and rewards assessors who have made a significant contribution towards the area of education.
Garry is the Lead Trainer, Power Craft Awards Coordinator, and Cadet (Crusader) Coordinator at Secret Harbour. During the 2020 season, Garry was the Lead Trainer for a range of awards and proficiencies. He has a keen interest in developing Marine Search and Rescue (MSAR) capability within WA.
Ingrid joined Brighton SLSC as a nipper and is now the Chief Instructor, in charge of all education, training and delivery, a position she has held since 2016. She takes an active role in many State run activities and initiatives.
Garry is a member of the newly formed Volunteer Education Advisors group and was appointed to the group as the RWC and MSAR Advisor. At a state level, his impact is broad and varied as a Trainer/ Assessor/Mentor/Emergency Response Operator and coordinator and member of the Volunteer Education Advisor Committee. He provided input into resources, ran PD sessions and training courses and assessments for regional and metro clubs. In addition, Garry sits on the WA Board. Garry is committed to the development of advanced lifesaving skills and youth development within Secret Harbour and the Peel region, ensuring the members within these clubs have the opportunity to become highly trained lifesavers with specialist skills.
She is currently a proficient Assessor and only qualified member to have successfully completed the recent Assessor skillset upgrade at her Club, meaning she has overseen all assessments. For Ingrid’s Club alone, this totalled more than 50 members for new awards and over 350 skills maintenance activities for the 2020 season. Ingrid has been involved in State run IRB courses, including travelling regionally to assist remote Clubs with conducting skills maintenance activities, conducting award assessments, completing patrol audits and delivering IRB courses. She has fostered relationships and mentored members from these Clubs. Ingrid was a key member of the group that rolled out the new SRC and Bronze Medallion resources and courses to trainers and assessor at State level. Without Ingrid Brighton SLSC would be unable to meet their education and training needs.
Community Education Program of the Year Welcome to the Beach, Cooks Hill SLSC – NSW The Community Education Program of the Year recognises members and clubs who have made an outstanding contribution to the delivery and development of community education programs to develop community resilience. The ‘Welcome to the Beach’ Program is in its sixth year and is run in partnership with DARA, the Catholic Relief Agency who run several support programs for newly settled refugee and immigrant families. The program is hugely popular, so much so that numbers are limited. Many immigrants and refugees who attend the program have never stepped onto a beach before, let alone entered the water. This is due to the location of their country of origin or cultural beliefs and customs. The program commenced as a Cooks Hill initiative. However, the DARA resources have proven valuable as they are able to identify individuals and families who will gain the most benefit from a beach and surf education program. Many refugees have suffered significant trauma and the beach has proven to be a therapeutic diversion from their trauma. There is motivation to educate families, especially teenagers, on how to visit the beach safely. All safety aspects are covered, from entering the water and identifying individuals such as Surf Lifesavers and Council Lifeguards. In 2020 COVID created a considerable challenge; however, the program ran with small groups of teenagers over four Saturday’s. The club is much richer for this program, and the interaction and value it delivers to those who participate results in everyone mutually benefiting.
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Innovation of the Year Sisters in Surf, Boat Harbour Beach SLSC – TAS
Surf Sport Official of the Year Kylie Innes, BMD Northcliffe SLSC – QLD
Surf Sport Coach of the Year Charles Sheffield, Grange SLSC – SA
The innovation award is given in recognition of any development of equipment, procedures, or other initiatives that will improve any facet of Surf Life Saving Australia.
Official of the year recognises and rewards officials who have made a significant contribution to the area of officiating. This includes both the commitment shown to officiating over the calendar year and contribution towards official’s educational development.
The Surf Sport Coach of the Year recognises and rewards coaches who have made a significant contribution towards the area of coaching. This includes both athlete’s performance and contribution to coaching educational development.
The Sisters in the Surf initiative by Boat Harbour Beach was an all-female patrol at the start of the season to celebrate 40 years of women in surf lifesaving. What started as an idea for one club soon gained momentum for a statewide celebration. On the day 70% of Tasmanian clubs had an allfemale patrol on the beach and over 100 female members patrolling over the period of the day. Individual clubs took the opportunity to recognise and celebrate women in surf lifesaving, including members with 30 years long service, three generations of women in the one surf lifesaving club, and a spread of morning teas with past and present members of clubs. This day recognised the equality that has developed over the last 40 years, allowing those to reflect and see how far surf lifesaving has come but also how much further we have to go. Feedback received after the day showed that everyone at the beach enjoyed celebrating this fantastic occasion, which gave encouragement and motivation to being a part of a developing and iconic movement which is surf lifesaving.
Over the past season Kylie has officiated at 20 carnivals for a total of 33 days. At her own club, Kylie was instrumental in recruiting nipper parents, encouraging, supporting and mentoring them through their journey as an official. Throughout the 2020/21 season, Kylie has mentored, supervised and conducted assessments on Probationary Officials including timely completion of the necessary paperwork. She always provides thorough, positive and constructive feedback. Whilst her passion lies in the beach area and her strengths are coordinating, refereeing and working in the flag and sprints arenas, she has also stepped into senior roles in pool rescue, ocean events and lifesaving events, including the champion lifesaver and patrol competition. Kylie is known for the safe, efficient and enjoyable way in which her arenas run. She is respected by officials, coaches, parents and athletes of all ages and at all levels of competition. Kylie has made a significant contribution in both officiating and promoting the role of the official on the beach.
Charles is Head Beach Coach at Grange. The team has seen multiple successes over recent years at State and National levels across individual beach sprints, flags and beach relays. Charles has been instrumental in maintaining cohesion and excitement in the Beach arena against the backdrop of ongoing uncertainty created by COVID. 2021 saw the strongest ever Senior beach contingent travel to the Sunshine Coast for Aussies with 16 athletes on the sand, maintaining Grange’s strong reputation in this area. Charles’ team started their campaign strongly on the sand at State champs, securing 11 gold, 6 silver and 10 bronze across sprints, flags and relays. At Aussies his beach team was prominent across most events with top eight finishes in twelve finals including four medals. Charles has provided his athletes a diverse program by offering individualised training plans, keeping athletes race ready throughout the off season. He worked with external track and pro-athletics programs to compliment sand training. Charles’ personal attributes also have a major impact on the athletes personally, his positive nature and energy spreads through the group to inspire and motivate each of them to improve year on year.
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Surf Sport Youth Athlete of the Year Emma Woods Alexandra Headland SLSC – QLD The Surf Sport Youth Athlete recognises and rewards athletes who have demonstrated sporting excellence and contribution to the development of surf sports. Emma has excelled in iron racing across the past season. At the Qld state champs Emma took home an impressive 13 medals including five gold, six silver and two bronze. Emma continued this success at the Qld State Endurance Championships taking out first place in the U19 4km board paddle. Emma was a successful qualifier for the Nutri Grain series, coming third in her debut in round one and sixth over-all. At Aussies Emma dominated her age group in the water taking home four gold medals, three silver and two bronze medals. Emma is a well-respected mentor at Alexandra Headland, contributing to the coaching sessions and mentoring up and coming competitors. Emma is a familiar face as a leader at the U14 ‘Straddie Camp’ and regularly lends a hand at Seahorse Nippers.
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Surf Sport Athlete Georgia Miller BMD Northcliffe SLSC – QLD The Surf Sport Athlete of the Year recognises and rewards athletes who have demonstrated sporting excellence and contribution to the development of surf sports. Georgia has dominated the water over the past season, starting with Qld State Champs, winning eight gold medals. Georgia broke surf lifesaving records at Aussies, taking home nine gold medals, the most ever won by an individual athlete. In the 2020/21 Nutri-Grain Ironwoman Series Georgia finished second overall, winning Rounds 3 and 5. In the Summer of Surf Series Georgia’s results earned her the top ranking winning the Ironwoman. At the Oceans 38 event, Georgia finished first in the Ironwoman and surf board relay. Georgia maintained her winning streak at the Queensland Pool Champs wining both the Manikin and obstacles relays and coming third in the 4 x 50m medley race. Over the past season Georgia was copatrol captain and has conducted water safety for the Juniors at Northcliffe. She patrolled above competition requirements and gives back to the surf community by attending junior training sessions to share her knowledge as well as being part of Athlete Advisory Panels when requested. She wears her club colours with pride and always represents surf lifesaving in a positive, strong and professional manner.
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Other SLSA Rescue Medal recipients
Avoca Beach SLSC Brett Beswick, Peter Craik, Vincent Malone, Paul Nicholls, Andrew Collins, Andrew Manser, Chris Hill, George Ruzek, Stuart Harvey, & Lynnette Vuradin On Saturday 15th January 2022, 5-8ft waves, strong currents, and onshore winds made Avoca beach hazardous. A group of four (4) swimmers lost their footing and were swept out to sea. Surf lifesavers responded immediately, entering the water on rescue boards to retrieve the swimmers. A fifth patient was then seen struggling to keep his head above water and was swiftly rescued as a further three (3) swimmers became caught in the rip. More swimmers were rapidly being swept into danger at various locations along the beach. With each rescue board supporting up to four patients, the surf lifesavers worked hard to keep the patients safe and calm until the IRB or RWC could transport them back to the beach. In total, 14 people were rescued by surf lifesavers. Without their vigilance, bravery and coordinated efforts, the outcome of this mass rescue could have resulted in multiple fatalities.
SA Operations Support Bonnie Armour, Ella Langford & Cameron Burfield On Saturday 15th January 2022, Bonnie Armour, Ella Langford and Cameron Burfield spent the day with friends at Waitpinga when a family of three (3) were caught in a rip and had become separated in the water. Hearing the child scream, Bonnie immediately ran to her car to retrieve her surfboard and instructed a friend to call 000. Despite the treacherous conditions, Cameron entered the water, grabbing a body board and swimming towards a female located 20 metres offshore. The male, now laying face down in the water was retrieved by an unknown rescuer. Ella swam towards the child and supported her on her back until Bonnie arrived with her board. Together, they lifted the child onto the board and swam to shore. Ella then re-entered the water with the surfboard and assisted Cameron and the female. Without their bravery, determination and quick thinking, multiple lives could have been lost.
Metropolitan Caloundra SLSC Thomas Basford, Sam Princehorn, Maggie Princehorn, Daniel McShea, James Creedy & Kenneth McGrath On Sunday 16th January 2022, Thomas Basford, Sam and Maggie Princehorn were surfing in large swell at the Kings Beach boat ramp, when they noticed a male surfer floating face down beside his board, motionless. While conscious he was unable to feel his arms or legs and had a large laceration at the top of his head. Working together, they positioned a longboard underneath the patient to support his head and neck. Struggling to keep the patient supported, Sam paddled to shore and called for an ambulance. Waving a board in the air, they caught the patrols attention which responded with an IRB and rescue board. The six (6) surf lifesavers lifted the patient into the IRB, using the longboard as a makeshift spinal board, and returned him to shore. They are commended for their proactive response, determination, and outstanding teamwork which averted what could have been a tragic outcome.
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Glenelg SLSC & Somerton SLSC Lachlan Larven & Toby Sutton On Thursday 20th January 2022, Lachlan Larven and Toby Sutton were training on their surf skis when they noticed a woman in distress, south of Glenelg beach. The pair responded immediately, using their skis to support the woman while she regained her breath. The patient was distressed and refused to be taken to shore. Both Lachlan and Toby stayed with her, monitoring her condition, and keeping her calm. To assist with keeping the patient afloat, Lachlan gave the woman his lifejacket. After some time, a passing boat stopped and retrieved them, transporting them to the Glenelg Marina where the patient was then transferred to waiting emergency services. Both Lachlan and Toby showed maturity well beyond their years. Without their skills and calm, level headedness, the likely outcome would have been loss of life.
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Freycinet Volunteer Marine Rescue Colin Barney, John Subonj, Paul Myers-Allen & Darryl Down On Saturday 22nd January 2022, the Freycinet VMR crew received notification that three kayakers were in trouble off Dolphin Sands in Great Oyster Bay, with the weather deteriorating. Using roadside coordinates and their GPS Waypoints, they were able to substantially reduce the search area. Two (2) potential sightings were investigated before a single kayak fisherman was found nearly 1km offshore. The patient’s kayak had taken on a significant amount of water and was floating vertically, with just the bow showing. The patient had spent two (2) hours in the water and confirmed that were no additional kayakers. The crew administered first aid while transporting the patient to waiting emergency services. Without their coordinated efforts and skills to navigate the local area and operate in challenging conditions, the likely outcome would have been loss of life."
Noosa Heads SLSC Jessie Lloyd-Stewart On Monday 7th February 2022, Jessie Lloyd-Stewart was surfing at Noosa Beach when she noticed a man in difficulty on the rocks near Little Cove and she paddled over to check on him. He was attempting to grip onto the slippery rocks while waves crashed around him. He was incoherent and in immense pain with grazes and scratches covering his body. Jessie immediately went to his assistance, calling for help, while keeping him afloat and protecting him from further injury. He was rapidly deteriorating. Help arrived on scene and under the guidance of Jessie, the team negotiated the submerged rocks and breaking waves to carry the patient out of the water. Emergency Services arrived to retrieve the patient and he was transferred to a waiting ambulance. Jessie is commended for her outstanding skills, bravery and calmness, as she ensured all efforts were made to rescue the patient.
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Port Macquarie SLSC Ted Strong & Will Pamplin
Eimeo SLSC Ross Gee, Macarthur Mills & Marnie Shepherdson
On Friday 18th February 2022, Ted Strong and Will Pamplin were attending a carnival at Cronulla Beach. During a break in events the pair were stood on higher ground, watching the surf, when they noticed a surfer face down and motionless in the water. With no rescue equipment on hand, they immediately entered the water. Upon reaching the unconscious surfer, they lifted him onto his surfboard and negotiated the conditions to bring him safely back to the beach. Emergency Services were called to the scene and once Ted and Will returned the surfer to shore, CPR was performed by waiting surf lifesavers and members of the public. Without their quick-thinking actions and surf lifesaving training, the likely outcome would have been loss of life.
On Saturday 26th February 2022, Ross Gee, Macarthur Mills and Marnie Shepherdson, had finished coordinating a stinger drag that had detected no jellyfish, when they were notified that a young boy had been stung. The patient was found unresponsive but standing in shallow water, with a mass of thick tentacles covering his legs and left arm. The surf lifesavers acted immediately, contacting emergency services and moving the patient to dry sand. With assistance from members of the public, they began removing the tentacles, while monitoring the patient’s condition which remained unresponsive. The patient was doused in vinegar and CPR was performed as the patient’s condition worsened. An ambulance arrived on scene, continuing CPR before the patient could be transported from the beach. The surf lifesavers are commended for their outstanding teamwork and efforts as they provided emergency care in an efficient and professional manner.
Avalon Beach SLSC Zachary Dale & Todd Barber On Saturday 19 March 2022, Surfcom requested support for a 35ft vessel that was rapidly taking on water in the 45km/h winds and 4-5ft swell off Careel Headland. Zachary Dale and Todd Barber responded immediately, launching an IRB and navigating the challenging conditions to reach the vessel. Upon arrival, they noticed three boys clinging to the top of the sinking vessel. They worked quickly to retrieve the patients and once they were safely onboard the IRB, the vessel sank. Shortly after, support teams arrived on scene to assist, and a Marine Rescue vessel transported the patients safely to shore. Without their quick-thinking and skills to navigate the IRB in treacherous conditions, multiple lives could have been lost.
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Tea Gardens Hawks Nest SLSC Phillip Everett, Anthony Logue, Phillip Daniel, Stuart Daniel, Carolyn Jeffries & Sharon Taylor On Sunday 20th March 2022, the Tea Gardens Hawks Nest SLSC patrol members were finishing their shift when they were notified that a woman was caught in a rip approximately 80 metres offshore. The patrol responded immediately, with members entering the water on rescue boards, while others prepared to launch the IRB. One member positioned themselves on an advantage point and began directing resources to the patient. Several attempts were made to rescue the distressed and exhausted patient in the challenging conditions. The patient was eventually rescued and transported safely to shore in the IRB. Without their quick thinking, teamwork and determination to perform such a heroic rescue, the likely outcome would have been loss of life.
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TAS Support Services Andrew Fogarty, Adrian Petrie, Tony Van den Enden, Joshua Ragg, Oliver Bailey, Rhys Evans, Jesse Beveridge, Julian Moore & Gabrial Gossage
Terrigal SLSC Glenn Bowles, Peter O'Malley, Paul Quick, Toni Jones, Debi Barnes, Chayse Coleman, Jill Heaton, Nigel Heaton, Ric Morrey & Adam Brierley
On Friday 1st April 2022, SLS Tasmania Flood Rescue Team were deployed to New South Wales to assist with the flood relief effort. The team performed three significant rescues during the seven days of deployment.
On Saturday 2nd April 2022, the NSW coastline was experiencing large well and strong winds. Due to the treacherous conditions, Terrigal SLSC had 10 members on standby to assist if required.
First rescue: The team rescued a patient who was seeking refuge on a hanging light pole and was trapped amidst the rising flood water. Second rescue: The team worked together to retrieve several patients that were tapped inside their submerged car. Third rescue: The team rescued a man and his dog who were trapped on his ute tray and surrounded by flood water. All three rescues were performed at night and together, they not only rescued the patients but also administered first aid. Without the knowledge and expertise of the SLS Tasmania Flood Rescue Team in such dangerous circumstances, multiple lives could have been lost."
At approximately 1:45pm, A group of 20 swimmers entered the water. As members approached the large group and redirected them to safer waters, four people were spotted in distress, a further 200 metres out to sea. Several members entered the water with rescue tubes and with the assistance of nearby surfers, they began to swim the patients to shore. The IRB soon arrived on scene to retrieve the critical patients. All patients were returned safely to shore where first aid was administered until emergency services arrived. Without their expertise, lifesaving training and teamwork, multiple lives would have been lost.
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Australian Championships Water Safety Team Bryden King, Angus Robinson, Campbell Watts, Angus Cooke & Scott Ellice-Flint
Port Kembla SLSC Mark Peterlin & Dan Meehan
On Saturday 9th April 2022, the Palm Beach SLSC Open Male Surf Boat team were competing at the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships at North Kirra. During the competition, the team were attempting to return to shore when the large swell caused the boat to nosedive and capsize, throwing the crew into the water. One crewmember was knocked unconscious and had a large laceration along his face after being struck by an oar. The crew noticed that the unconscious member had not resurfaced and immediately began the search. Once the patient was spotted, the remaining crew worked together to keep him afloat. RWC Operator, Bryden King, soon arrived and manoeuvred through the boat's debris to rescue the patient, before transporting him to shore where emergency services were waiting. They are commended for their proactive response and outstanding teamwork to rescue their fellow member and teammate.
On Monday 25 April 2022, at approximately 4:00pm, the Port Kembla SLSC patrol were notified that a fisherman had been swept off Honeycomb Rocks, which is a notoriously dangerous part of the coast. Mark Peterlin and Dan Meehan responded immediately, launching the IRB and making several attempts to navigate the large swell and dangerous conditions. Eventually, a short lull in the surf allowed the IRB to travel to the rocks where police services were also located. Upon arrival they found a distressed male, struggling to stay afloat in the water. After rescuing the patient, they were notified that the patient had jumped into the water to rescue someone else. A search and rescue commenced but unfortunately the missing person was unable to be located. Mark and Dan are commended for their bravery, expertise and knowledge of the area to ensure all efforts were made to rescue the patients.
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AWARDS & HONOURS
Meritorious Awards Meritorious Awards are awarded to affiliated clubs and/or their members and/or members of the public for outstanding deeds of bravery performed in the sphere of surf lifesaving operations. This includes lifesaving, both in and outside designated patrol hours. In 2020-21, Certificates of Merit and Commendations were awarded to the following:
C ER T I FI C AT E O F M ER I T W I T H S I LV ER I N S ER T Richard Nichols & Courtney Date - Bondi Surf Bathers LSC, NSW
C ER T I FI C AT E O F M ER I T Mia Campbell - Cooks Hill SLSC, NSW
C ER T I FI C AT E O F M ER I T Jason Armbruster - Ballina Lighthouse Lismore SLSC, NSW
C ER T I FI C AT E O F M ER I T Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service - Southern Region, NSW (Nick Pavlakis, John Molnar & Jon Klopper)
C ER T I FI C AT E O F CO M M EN DAT I O N Jodie King & Toni Darben - Coogee Surf Life Saving Club
Alexander Langenberg, Ann-Sophie Sullivan, Keith Weinert, Lucy Serani, Sarah Williams, Jesse Mantell, Caitlen Ferguson, Kathryn Harris, Calan Lovitt, Matthew Whelan & Lisa Maddison - Point Lookout Surf Life Saving Club
Jeff Vidler, Dale Gration, Jeff Baker, Amanda Lee, Tracey Bartlett, Brenton Rose, Jenny Orme, Richard Orme, Rick Stephenson, Phil Dee & Jenni Wood - Mullaloo Surf Life Saving Club
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SLSA Life Members
R E CO G N I S I N G D I S T I N G U I S H E D S E RV I C E Life Membership of SLSA is awarded to members who have contributed distinguished voluntary service to SLSA for more than 20 years. To be considered as distinguished service, the service must be both sustained, and provide an evident contribution.
Allum AM GKN, GA
Fife, MA
Knight BEM, KC
Smith OAM, RA
Baker ESM, J
Fife OAM, MA
Laing OAM, CW
Smith OAM, BJ
Barratt, LA
Fitzgerald OAM, JB
Larkins, K
Smith OAM, RA
Bartlett OAM, ME
Ford AM KN, GB
Little OAM, RA
Smith OAM, AM
Bate, M
Fraser OAM, JS
Lyons OAM, GR
Stapleton AM, PR
Beasley OAM, JB
Gaynor OAM RFD,, WE
Lytham OAM, RJ
Staunton MBE GKN, BB
Bignold OAM, RB
George AM KN, PB
Marsh, D
Stephens OAM, EB
Bird OAM, KC
Goode OAM, IA
Martin AM, MJ
Storrie, SK
Blackley, DT
Gowing, GP
Mayo AM, RJ
Strange OAM, SR
Blake OAM, RA
Grant OAM, IJ
McGee, EJ
Thompson AM, HA
Boardman OAM, TP
Grice OAM, LM
McGibbon, PJ
Thompson AM KN, DP
Boulton OAM, DJ
Harrod, B
McLennan, W
Thorburn, AJ
Brennan OAM, JJ
Haven AM, FA
Meehan OAM, JV
van Keimpema OAM, DJ
Bruce, G
Heywood OBE, NJ
Miller, G
Watson AM, RJ
Bruce OAM, BD
Hood ESM, NA
Mitchell OAM, RA
Welch OAM, R
Burling OAM, JE
Hopton OAM, CJ
Morarty OAM, NW
Weldon AM GKN, KE
Butler OAM, RJ
Howard OAM, RJ
Owen, GB
Whelpton AO GKN, AB
Byrnes OAM, MJ
Hoyland OAM, DP
Paton OAM, LS
White, C
Connell, PJ
Inwood AM, AJ
Pearce OAM, PM
Whitmore OAM, RT
Creek, RW
Jaggard OAM Prof., EKG
Pears OAM, RE
Wood ESM, RS
Davis OAM, E
Jamieson OAM, AFSM, WB
Priest, KC
Wright OAM, IJ
Devlin AM QC, RP
Joseph, NR
Rankin AM, RE
Wyeth, R
Donohoe AM, JT
Kelk OAM, NT
Reeves OAM, JA
Young OAM, IJ
Edstein OAM, JT
Kennedy OAM, KA
Rennie AM GKN, WA
Farmer AM ESM GKN, NH
Kenny, PJ
Restuccia OAM, J
Farmer OAM, EK
Kenny, JA
Scott OAM, ID
Fenner AM, PJ
Kirkwood, P
Seeney, A
Asmussen MBE, CK
Bowman, BH
Burke BEM, MJ
Clark ESM, DE
Avery, EC
Brennan OAM, R
Burrell OAM, RA
Claybourn OAM, MC
Barlow, J
Brown OAM, GM
Cahill, J
Cohen, GS
Becher OAM, MHG
Brown OAM, HJ
Caldwell, K
Cohen, M
Bennett, PI
Brown OAM, RM
Cameron, JR
Collins, KJ
Bermingham OAM, PJ
Brydon, RC
Canning, JT
Conlin OAM, D
Besomo, VA
Buist, RV
Castleman MBE, AW
Conrick, C
Betts, JJ
Bullpitt MBE, NF
Chesher OAM, RC
Costa, SV
Bond, KJH
Burchill OAM, DS
Clark OAM, HH
Crain MBE, WAT
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Cramond AO OBE Prof, TRO
Jackson OAM, RA
Purcell OAM, NR
Winders MBE, SW
Critcher, GT
Jaggard OAM, EFK
Rathborne, H
Winders OBE, JR
Cronin, VS
Johnson, GH
Rector AM, CE
Windmill, HC
Curlewis CVO CBE, Sir Adrian H
Johnson, DL
Richards, CF
Windon, SJ
Daley, WJ
Johnson MBE, SJC
Riley MBE, HK
Woodroffe, NS
Dann, GL
Jones OAM, JM
Roberts OAM, RG
Worrell OAM, J
Dargan, FH
Kennedy MBE, AER
Rodgers OAM, DG
Worth OAM, WJ
Dart, GW
King OAM, BC
Rosewell OAM, JWA
Davidson OAM, RJ
Klingner OAM, MJ
Sabien, M
Dearlove MBE GKN, JB
Lindsay, GA
Sargeant, RJ
Dellit, GS
Loton, AR
Saunders, RA
Dempster, JW
Lucas OBE, DC
Sellars, JPW
Denison, AG
Lyne AM, CR
Shanahan, RP
Dewey, JC
Mack, C
Singleton , MC
Dillon, JB
Mackie AM. FRACP GKN, IJ
Singleton OAM, WJ
Dixon, NA
Marsh, OAM C
Slaven, P
Doig OAM, VA
Marshall BEM, ER
Sloane, AD
Donaldson, AR
Marshall OAM, WG
Small, HA
Donnell OAM, BF
Martin, WE
Smith AM, EJ
Doyle, RD
McCarthy, JG
Smith OAM GKN, PW
Emms, FG
McDonald OAM, LS
Somers, JF
Englert, CG
McDonald OAM, HN
Spender OBE, JR
Field OAM, RC
McGrath, HF
Stanford OAM, KH
Fielder OAM, CD
McGrory OAM, FH
Stephens, PR
Figtree, AS
McIntyre, DD
Stewart, JJ
Finch AM, The Hon FA
McKenzie OAM, GD
Sutherland, AC
Fitzgerald MBE, AE
McMaster AM DFC, JW
Switzer OAM, JR
Flanagan BEM, NJ
McNaughton OAM, G
Tallon OAM, RC
Foerster, WH
McNeilly MBE, M
Taylor, CE
Frizzell OBE OAM, AB
McRorie, JS
Taylor OAM, CJ
Gadsdon, Sir LP
Meagher OBE, TW
Taylor OAM, PF
Gear AM, RJ
Menico OAM, JA
Threthowan, J
Godbee OAM, NM
Millar, G
Thompson, DH
Goetz, AW
Millett MBE, RC
Tier, FB
Goold, WJ
Mills OAM, NJP
Trigg OBE, RJ
Gordon, JL
Molyneux, D
Turner, LD
Grant OAM, GF
Moran, TF
Vaughan OAM, JK
Gray, JE
Moroney, DRB
Walker OBE, AW
Green BEM, DA
Morrison OAM, DP
Waters OAM, M
Griffiths, JA
Morrison , KA
Watson MBE, KW
Halliday OAM, WE
Moseley OAM, A
Webb, GR
Hanley, GR
Murray, K
Webb OAM, MA
Harding OAM, RJ
Newman, JP
Weimer, HJ
Hatchett, JG
Nicklin KCMG, Sir George FR
White OAM, DG
Hayton OBE, N
Olson, AO
White, PJ
Haywood MBE, FST
O'Reilly BEM, JE
Whitehead, CW
Heath, EA
O'Rorke OAM, PJ
Wilcox OAM, ST
Henshaw OAM, NJ
Ovens OAM, EJ
Wilkes, BF
Hodge, JN
Parkyn OAM, AB
Williams, AM
Hofmaster, EV
Paterson, A
Williams, G
Holmes, Capt A
Payne, FT
Williams MBE, VJ
Honey, C
Peacock, RJ
Wilson, GJ
Hoskins OAM, KF
Pittard, HA
Wilson BEM, HB
Howells OAM, RM
Prior BEM, AE
Wilson OAM, NB
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Vale - SLSA Life Members
Cliff Marsh OAM
Ray Brennan OAM
The Surf Life Saving Australia family extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of SLSA Life Member Cliff Marsh OAM, who passed away peacefully on Tuesday 28 September 2021.
The Surf Life Saving Australia family extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of SLSA Life Member Ray Brennan OAM, who passed away last week.
Involved in Surf Life Saving with what has been described as “total commitment”, Cliff worked tirelessly at all levels from his local club, Swansea Belmont SLSC, to the Hunter Branch and right the way through to International Lifesaving. He held various roles during a long surf lifesaving career that began with his Bronze Medallion in 1959 at Caves Beach SLSC. As a competitor, few commanded the respect and admiration that Cliff did. When he turned to coaching and administration, his impact at club, branch, state and national level is still felt today. His commitment to the movement at all levels is best represented by his life membership at Swansea-Belmont SLSC, Surf Life Saving NSW and Surf Life Saving Australia. Cliff was also heavily involved in the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service and was part of the steering committee that kicked it off in Newcastle in the mid 1970’s. Cliff chaired the Hunter Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service for many years. He was a dedicated contributor who loved his mates and loved Surf Life Saving. The man behind the surf lifesaver was just as impressive – Cliff cultivated a life that brought him joy all year long. In the summer he was at the beach, imparting his experience and passion onto the Swansea-Belmont R&R team. His love for Surf Life Saving and the community was equalled only by his love for his family, and it’s a measure of the man that he was, that so many can attest to his role in their lives. Cliff will be greatly missed in the Surf Life Saving community, and we extend our deepest condolences to Cliff’s family, friends and the Swansea-Belmont SLSC.
Ray’s involvement in surf lifesaving began in 1946 when he joined North Narrabeen SLSC and obtained his Bronze Medallion in March 1947. Ray remained connected with North Narrabeen for many years before becoming involved with the Freshwater nippers in the early 1970s. Throughout the 1970s and 1980’s Ray’s main focus was on the Nipper movement. He served on the Freshwater SLSC nipper committee for 10 years and was President of Manly Warringah Branch Junior Surf Life Saving for 5 years. He also held multiple positions at a State level within NSW Junior Surf Life Saving including Assistant State Team Manager, Vice President, Deputy President, and President over a 10-year period. Ray was also Secretary/Treasurer of National Junior Surf Life Saving for 13 years. Ray also held various other positions within Freshwater SLSC including holding the position of committee member for 10 years, Executive Officer, Junior Liaison Officer & Co-Registrar. Ray was granted life membership of the Freshwater SLSC 2005 in recognition of his many years of involvement with and contribution to the club and received SLSA’s highest honour of SLSA Life Membership in 2012 – making him Life Member number 262. Ray will be greatly missed in the Surf Life Saving community, and we extend our deepest condolences to Ray’s family, friends and the Freshwater SLSC community.
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John Mills OAM The Surf Life Saving Australia family extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of SLSA Life Member John Mills OAM, who has passed away. John was one of Australia's longest serving and most successful surf sports coaches, dedicating countless volunteer hours to ensure that athletes reached their full potential with second to none expertise in training and surf knowledge. He made a significant and sustainable difference to athletes’ lives, particularly in regional New South Wales. Until his retirement from full-time coaching in 2020, John coached, mentored and trained thousands of young Australians in surf safety, rescue and surf techniques on Coffs Harbour's Jetty Beach. He coached and instructed surf lifesavers of all ages and built extraordinary relationships, imparting his vast surf lifesaving expertise to families across the region. John has excelled as a coach at the highest levels for more than three decades. Many competitors benefited from John's extensive knowledge, versatility, enthusiasm and experience over multiple disciplines. He provided expert advice and guidance based on his years of experience as a competitor and lifesaver for those wanting to improve their swimming, board paddling and ski paddling skills. John had an unbroken level of commitment to the Surf Life Saving movement. He actively competed at the highest level for 20 years and has coached both informally and more formally for some 60 years. John was awarded Surf Life Saving’s highest honour of SLSA Life Membership in 2021 and was Life Member number 308. John can genuinely be seen as "a lifesaver for life", an exemplary role model who has been a positive influence over many years for so many by those fortunate enough to have known him. His willingness to offer advice and guidance to those from other Clubs further epitomises the benefit John provided within the movement which meant so much to him.
John will be greatly missed in the Surf Life Saving community, and we extend our deepest condolences to John’s family, friends and both Coffs Harbour SLSC & Freshwater SLSC communities.
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AWARDS & HONOURS
SLSA New Life Members
Geoffrey Gowing, Grange SLSC, SA Cap number 301
Brett Harrod Umina SLSC, NSW Cap Number 302
Geoff was a leader within South Australia becoming involved with powered vessels as rescue equipment. He spent many months trialing 5m IRBs for use in SLS and was the driving force behind SA developing their own “Boat Shed”. Geoff was able to procure sponsorship for most of the tools and equipment required to setup the facility as well as training jet boat drivers in the operation and maintenance of this new equipment.
Brett has made a sustained and distinguished contribution to SLS as President of Umina SLSC, Central Coast Branch, Surf Life Saving New South Wales and as a Director of Surf Life Saving Australia. As a SLSA Board member, Brett chaired and facilitated working groups that implemented a number of lifesaving initiatives that have been implemented nationally by SLSA and other states.
Geoff proudly holds numerous State accolades, including South Australian Life Saver of the Year in 1978-79. In 1980 He was a foundation member of the South Australia helicopter rescue crew, a position he held for 19 years.
Brett achieved the SLSA strategic goal of financial sustainable by securing $24 million to build 8 new Surf Lifesaving Clubs, allowing them to generate revenue and engage with the local community. Further to this Brett expanded Surf Lifesaving Services by leading and managing the implementation of the commercial operations of SLSNSW services that included the lifeguard and commercial training of SLSNSW.
Geoff has been instrumental in the development and design/ assessment of power-craft and their use as rescue craft within surf lifesaving. He was at the fore front of the development of these craft as well as developing the training and operational requirements for their implementation across all areas of SLSA operations. Geoff was the principal author of the Association’s Training and Examination Manual for the Operation of Jet Rescue Boats.
Other significant achievements included developing the standard operating procedures for Lifesaving Services and a state-wide emergency services response system which created a national best practice standard; introduction of the 13SURF 24-hour rescue call out service; developing a national event venue selection matrix which enabled a review of venues against a criteria to determine its suitability to conduct events as well as a revised bid hosting criteria and agreements.
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Don van Keimpema OAM Shelly Beach SLSC, NSW Cap number 303
John Baker ESM Brighton SLSC, SA Cap number 304
During the 26 years that Don has been a member of surf lifesaving he has dedicated 19 years to officiating on the beach and in the pool arena at a local, branch, state, national and international level.
John has served on the SLSSA Board as State President, an Independent Director and Director of Lifesaving Services for a total of 15 years. In 2011 John restructured the Board to ensure it was strategically and not operationally focused. This involved removing the portfolio directors and management team from the meetings and implementing changes to the constitution.
Don has been instrumental in surf sport development both within NSW and nationally through education and training of officials. He played an integral role in the development of the Youth Pathways Cup (YPC). Don was involved with the project from its inception and is credited for the success of this pathway event. Its legacy will be the long list of youth who have transitioned from YPC into their Interstate and the Australian Lifesaving Teams. As SLSA Officials Advisor Don implemented pathways to progress female officials into senior officiating roles. He worked with women across the country to establish the best fit to maximise their officiating appetite and progress their skills for senior roles. Don constantly reviewed the process to ensure female officials were supported and mentored through their journey, many who we see on the beach at national events today. Don’s sustained contribution at national events as Deputy Referee stretches over many years both on the beach and at the pool. He was named the Official of the Year in 2012. Don has had extensive international officiating experience, commencing in 2005 at the World Games in Germany where he was deputy referee. He has travelled to Malaysia and Sri Lanka delivering officials and coaches courses.
John introduced additional levels of governance with the establishment of the Finance Committee, Audit & Risk Committee and People and Culture Committee. The Finance and Audit Committees have helped deliver better fiscal management and planning, while the People & Culture Committee has provided key support to the CEO during a period of major succession planning. In the lead up to the 2012 State Election, John successfully lobbied the Government to increase its funding for the Facilities Management Group (FMG) from $800,000 per annum to $2million. This has been critical in enabling SLSSA to accelerate our Club rebuild program. The Clubs are our frontline services and key to a healthy and vibrant movement. It is predicted the significant increase in funding will halve the time it will take to complete the build program. John’s experience in Helicopters led to his role on the National Helicopter Review and Transition Group which changed the working delivery model of the Southern Westpac Helicopter Service by removing the risk of its operations through changing to Wet Hire Service Model, which has proved to be a great success. Following the Deloitte Report in 2012 John worked with the then President to align the SLSF with SLSA because previously the SLSF had been operating in isolation from SLSA. This resulted in a new SLSF Board and management team that worked closely with SLSA and the States and has since resulted in raising substantial funds for SLSA and the States and Territory, not only with a significant increase in guaranteed returns to the States but record additional Net Donor Surplus funds.
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When the SLSA Board decided to introduce a Youth Championships into the Australian Championships John was appointed the Chair of the Review Committee to collect data and review the outcomes achieved. As a result, the Youth Championships has proved to be an outstanding success and this work was also the catalyst for its introduction into the International Life Saving World Championships. As Chairman of the 2018 Lifesaving World Championships in Adelaide, John led a team which delivered the largest Championships to that point anywhere in the world. With over 7,000 competitors from 45 nations, the event injected $2million into the South Australian economy. John is now the longest serving Board member on the SLSA Board. His contribution across State, National and international is truly sustained, distinguished and conspicuous.
Michael Bate Fairy Meadow and Freshwater SLSC, NSW Cap Number 305 Michael Bate has 52 years of continuous SLSA surf lifesaving membership, and has contributed to SLSA in a distinguished, significant, conspicuous, and sustained manner for a period in excess of 50 years. As a member of the SLSSNB Executive and an integral member of the Branch Building Committee between 2004 and 2009, Michael was at the vanguard of SLSSNB purchasing its own Branch Headquarters. Further, Michael’s business and financial acumen was instrumental in SLSSNB in achieving the key financial goal of long-term financial stability. As a result, SLSSNB was the first Branch (including States) to direct SLSA funds back to clubs. Of particular note is Michael’s distinguished advocacy to appropriate levels of government to support lifesaving projects and causes. As a member of the SLSNSW Executive Board between 2010 and 2016, Michael also served on the SLSNSW Building Committee and, again with his significant financial skills, was integrally involved in the purchase of the new SLSNSW Headquarters, the land adjacent to the headquarters and the Port Macquarie Regional Headquarters. Michael also played a significant role in the successful establishment of a long-term future fund to help protect the SLSNSW from financial stress. Michael was Chief Referee at many Interstate, SLSNSW championships and at large events. Michael is a distinguished Referee who is highly respected by organisers officials, and competitors in this role works to deliver excellent events, Michael is also appointed as Deputy Referee. There is no doubt that he always works with seamless energy and without fuss to ensure that his Chief Referee is always highly successful in execution of their roles. Michael distinguished himself in the international competition arena and was highly regarded by his teams, international officials and opposing teams. Further, the teams led by Michael these teams always distinguished themselves both with success in the competition arena and as outstanding ambassadors for Australia. Michael has made a prominent, notable and outstanding commitment to contributing roles at the Club, Branch, State and national levels that distinguish him from others.
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Donald Marsh Clifton Beach SLSC, TAS Cap Number 306
Wayne McLennan Broadbeach SLSC, QLD Cap Number 307
Don has indeed been a distinguished, significant and sustained contributor to SLSA at all levels. He is as an outstanding lifesaver, competitor, coach, administrator, strategic thinker and contributor to Surf Life Saving Australia and to Tasmania.
Wayne 'Rabbit' McLennan joined surf lifesaving in 1960 and obtained his Bronze Medallion in1962. He has been an active member ever since, now 61 years. There are few club roles Wayne has not fulfilled - patrol member to president and everything in between.
At the State level Don’s contribution has been immense. He has served on various Boards and Committees for over 20 years with roles including being a Director since 2007 and before that portfolio roles including Director of Planning and Marketing and being Competition Director. State Committee memberships have included Meritorious Awards, Capital Works, and Finance and Audit. As an SLSA accredited coach and coach mentor, Don has been instrumental in establishing programs in Tasmania to assist many athletes and fellow coaches to achieve their potential in surf lifesaving competition. Don’s personal approach and determination has encouraged many competitors from his club and Tasmania as a whole to participate on the national stage. These efforts have been recognised both in Tasmania and at the National level. Don has been Coach of both Tasmanian State Teams and Kellogg National Surf League teams. In 2014 Don was selected to travel to India to represent SLSA to conduct an ILS lifesaving event. Later in that year Don was seconded to assist coach the Indian team at the Life Saving World Championships in France. Don’s sustained involvement extends far beyond the sand. His administrative skills, strategic abilities contribution and commitment has been much sought after and appreciated within SLSA. Don’s national roles have included being a member of the Board of Competition, Board of Surf Sports, Selector for the SLSA Awards of Excellence, and being on the Working Group for reintroduction of the Coolangatta Gold, Currently Don is an Advocate for Masters competition and subject matter reference expert on many matters. Each of Don’s contributions have been undertaken with distinction and commitment and have significantly benefited SLSA over a sustained period of time.
Wayne's service to the South Coast and North Queensland branches since 1964 has been distinguished, significant and sustained. He started as a club delegate and Vice President and is still an active and invaluable member today. There has not been one carnival in South East Queensland where Rabbit hasn't been on the beach this season transporting gear, lifting anchors, setting up poles or delivering start lines. Wayne has held a variety of Branch Executive and Management committee positions over the decades. His contribution and knowledge are well respected with a lot of value placed on his historical knowledge of things that have been done in the past, mixed with his willingness to move forward with the times. There are lots of 'firsts' in Wayne's service to SLSQ. First to be involved in a helicopter service, first to be involved in trailing the rigid hull IRBs, production of the first 'blue book' and inaugural member of the 'Dirty Dozen'. His IRB driver's accreditation number is Q2, his Training Officer and Assessor Q9, and his Advanced Resuscitation qualification QlO. Wayne has attended Queensland Surf Championships since 1973 and been gear steward at the majority of these. Wayne has long been responsible for what prior to the Dirty Dozen were considered menial undesirable tasks. Rabbit has continued to undertake these duties encouraging a core group of 'old boys' to help out every year. Wayne was involved in the production the of the 'blue book', now the PSAR Manual. Rabbit was even the gear steward during the photographing of the images for this key lifesaving textbook - a true legacy. Wayne has made a truly sustained and conspicuous contribution to the development of Surf Sports and Lifesaving at the State and National levels. His contribution over the development of competition in an area mostly overlooked and unrecognised is without doubt notable and unique.
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John Mills OAM Coffs Harbour and Freshwater SLSC, NSW Cap Number 308 John is arguably Australia's longest serving and one of the most successful surf sports coaches, dedicating countless volunteer hours driving athletes to excellence with second to none expertise in training and surf knowledge – creating sustained and significant difference to athletes’ lives, particularly in regional New South Wales. Until his retirement from full-time coaching in 2020 it is calculated that John coached, mentored and trained between 5000 and 10,000 young Australians on surf safety, rescue and surf techniques on board, ski, swim and iron on Coffs Harbour's Jetty Beach, coaching and instructing surf lifesavers of all ages building an extraordinary relationship and imparting his vast surf lifesaving expertise to families across the region. John has excelled as a coach at the highest levels for more than three decades. Countless competitors have benefited from John's extensive knowledge, versatility, enthusiasm and experience over multiple disciplines. John’s coaching skills are multi-faceted. He provides expert advice and guidance based on his years of experience as a competitor and lifesaver for those wanting to improve their swimming, board paddling and ski paddling skills. John has had an unbroken level of commitment to the Surf Life Saving movement. He actively competed at the highest level for 20 years and has coached both informally and more formally for some 60 years, all on a voluntary basis. His record is truly outstanding and remarkable. His versatility and innovative ability across disciplines as diverse as R&R, Craft and the art of surf swimming put him in an elite category indeed. John can genuinely be seen as "a lifesaver for life", an exemplary role model who has been a positive influence over many years for so many by those fortunate enough to have known him. His willingness to offer advice and guidance to those from other Clubs further epitomises the benefit John has provided within the movement which means so much to him. John has made an eminent, respected and notable contribution to the development of surf lifesavers at all levels over half a century that is both significant and influential. His impact has been truly remarkable and described by many as life changing.
Alan Seeney Bondi Surf Bathers LSC, NSW and Dicky Beach SLSC, QLD Cap Number 309 Alan joined Bondi LSC as a cadet in 1959 quickly distinguished himself as a committed lifesaver. As club captain Alan reported to three municipal councils and was a Co-organiser of Branch and State carnivals for numerous years. Upon Alan’s move to Queensland, he quickly transferred his vast skill set to Southport SLSC where he contributed over a sustained period on the Management Committee, becoming the Coordinator of the World Titles and founding member of the Jet Rescue Service in Queensland in 1971. It is noted Alan was at the forefront of jet boat technology with Geoffrey Gowing, often giving advice to other states. In Queensland Alan gained more awards and contributed extensively as a Jet Boat Crewman, Jet Boat Instructor and Examiner. Alan also sat as an Advisor on the Board of Examiners and was a member of the Queensland Board. Alan was a member of Member of the very successful Building Committee Represented the Southport club at the State Govt in presenting the requirements required for a liquor license. A National level Alan had a sustained contribution as a respected member of the Appeals panel at National, State and Branch carnivals along with IRB and Pool Championships over multiple years. Alan’s contribution was critical to the development of what is an international sporting event. Alan has also held senior Officials positions at national sports events over a sustained period. Alan is a proficient lifesaver who recently earnt his 50-year service award.
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SECTION 06
Statistical Summaries
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S TAT I S T I C A L S U M M A R I E S
Membership 189,997 MEMBERS
2.73% INCREASE IN PROFICIENT SURF LIFESAVERS
NSW
QLD
VIC
WA
SA
TAS
NT
21/22
20/21
% Change
PATROLLING SURF LIFESAVERS Male
11,930
5,877
3,864
3,049
1,521
484
73
26,798
26,893
-0.35%
Female
6,849
3,519
3,300
2,347
1,087
301
53
17,456
18,294
-4.58%
Indeterminate Total
8
2
4
2
2
-
-
18
18
0.00%
18,787
9,398
7,168
5,398
2,610
785
126
44,272
45,205
-2.06%
PROFICIENT SURF LIFE SAVERS Bronze Medallion
18,319
8,699
5,655
4,583
2,380
659
134
40,429
40,713
-0.70%
Surf Rescue Certificate (CPR Endorsed)
3,807
1,301
1,261
1,186
321
131
16
8,023
6,451
24.37%
22,126
10,000
6,916
5,769
2,701
790
150
48,452
47,164
2.73%
NSW
QLD
VIC
WA
SA
TAS
NT
21/22
20/21
% Change
Male
1,743
867
987
504
182
76
10
4,369
4,429
-1.35%
Female
1,495
749
1,088
534
231
53
10
4,160
4,114
1.12%
1
-
2
-
1
-
-
4
6
-33.33%
3,239
1,616
2,077
1,038
414
129
20
8,533
8,549
-0.19%
Total
ACTIVE Active (15-18 yrs)
Indeterminate Total
Active (18yrs and over) Male
8,708
3,600
2,303
1,747
1,082
404
54
17,898
18,030
-0.73%
Female
4,601
1,990
1,771
1,290
763
241
38
10,694
10,732
-0.35%
Indeterminate Total
5
1
5
2
1
-
-
14
18
-22.22%
13,314
5,591
4,079
3,039
1,846
645
92
28,606
28,780
-0.60% -4.64%
Award Member Male
243
416
115
236
50
7
1
1,068
1,120
Female
245
376
67
216
69
4
2
979
976
0.31%
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1
-100.00%
488
792
182
452
119
11
3
2,047
2,097
-2.38%
Indeterminate Total Reserve Active Male
774
78
85
61
23
8
4
1,033
1,023
0.98%
Female
373
30
29
23
14
6
-
475
491
-3.26%
Indeterminate Total Active Total
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0.00%
1,147
108
114
84
37
14
4
1,508
1,514
-0.40%
18,188
8,107
6,452
4,613
2,416
799
119
40,694
40,940
-0.60%
JUNIOR Junior Activity Member (5-13 years) Male
14,040
6,561
6,029
4,469
1,449
497
62
33,107
31,433
5.33%
Female
12,936
6,121
5,979
4,394
1,400
588
89
31,507
30,108
4.65%
Indeterminate Total
6
2
5
4
1
-
-
18
15
20.00%
26,982
12,684
12,013
8,867
2,850
1,085
151
64,632
61,556
5.00%
Cadet Member (13-15 years) Male
1,499
622
984
609
217
43
9
3,983
4,049
-1.63%
Female
1,496
625
1,066
731
229
61
7
4,215
4,217
-0.05%
1
-
-
-
-
-
-
1
2
-50.00%
Total
Indeterminate
2,996
1,247
2,050
1,340
446
104
16
8,199
8,268
-0.83%
Junior Total
29,978
13,931
14,063
10,207
3,296
1,189
167
72,831
69,824
4.31%
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NSW
QLD
VIC
WA
SA
TAS
NT
21/22
20/21
%Change
ASSOCIATE Associate Male
5,280
4,627
4,461
1,720
887
233
62
17,270
16,474
4.83%
Female
5,325
6,047
5,182
1,582
1,098
366
89
19,689
18,507
6.39%
Indeterminate Total
5
4
6
2
-
1
-
18
15
20.00%
10,610
10,678
9,649
3,304
1,985
600
151
36,977
34,996
5.66%
Probationary Male
438
271
833
207
124
78
16
1,967
1,863
5.58%
Female
368
281
864
271
101
85
31
2,001
2,001
0.00%
Indeterminate Total
1
1
1
-
-
-
-
3
6
-50.00%
807
553
1,698
478
225
163
47
3,971
3,870
2.61% 7.47%
General Male
4,799
53
1,761
2,333
346
51
22
9,365
8,714
Female
5,523
65
2,071
2,512
424
62
36
10,693
9,923
7.76%
3
-
2
1
-
-
-
6
4
50.00%
10,325
118
3,834
4,846
770
113
58
20,064
18,641
7.63%
Indeterminate Total Leave/Restricted Male
46
51
1
17
-
-
-
115
105
9.52%
Female
40
26
2
26
-
-
-
94
120
-21.67%
Indeterminate Total Associate Total
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0.00%
86
77
3
43
-
-
-
209
225
-7.11%
21,828
11,426
15,184
8,671
2,980
876
256
61,221
57,732
6.04%
1,693
982
624
291
372
93
22
4,077
4,101
-0.59%
231
153
236
77
103
22
12
834
792
5.30%
-
-
1
-
1
-
-
2
1
100.00%
1,924
1,135
861
368
476
115
34
4,913
4,894
0.39%
3,134
1,125
111
548
93
3
2
5,016
4,980
0.72%
562
330
39
211
31
2
-
1,175
1,151
2.09%
HONORARY/SERVICE Life Member Male Female Indeterminate Total Long Service Male Female Indeterminate Total
1
1
-
-
-
-
-
2
1
100.00%
3,697
1,456
150
759
124
5
2
6,193
6,132
0.99%
Honorary Male
149
94
21
39
16
-
1
320
376
-14.89%
Female
96
125
30
43
3
-
-
297
303
-1.98%
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0.00%
245
219
51
82
19
-
1
617
679
-9.13%
Indeterminate Total Past Active Male
102
251
4
7
2
5
-
371
197
88.32%
Female
48
106
2
3
-
1
-
160
86
86.05%
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0.00%
150
357
6
10
2
6
-
531
283
87.63%
6,016
3,167
1,068
1,219
621
126
37
12,254
11,988
2.22%
Male
108
4
1,097
85
204
51
-
1,549
521
197.31%
Female
89
1
1,069
62
165
60
-
1,446
566
155.48%
Indeterminate Total Honorary/Service Total COMMUNITY Non Member Participants
-
-
1
-
1
-
-
2
1
100.00%
Total
Indeterminate
197
5
2,167
147
370
111
-
2,997
1,088
175.46%
Community Total
197
5
2,167
147
370
111
-
2,997
1,088
175.46%
Grand Total Male
42,756
19,602
19,416
12,873
5,047
1,549
265
101,508
97,415
4.20%
Grand Total Female
33,428
17,025
19,495
11,975
4,631
1,551
314
88,419
84,087
5.15%
23
9
23
9
5
1
-
70
70
0.00%
76,207
36,636
38,934
24,857
9,683
3,101
579
Grand Total Indeterminate Grand Total
189,997 181,572
4.64%
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Actions
3,981 SLSC RESCUES
350,364 PREVENTATIVE ACTIONS PERFORMED BY SURF LIFESAVERS
22,183 FIRST AID TREATMENTS ADMINISTERED BY SURF LIFESAVERS
Surf Life Saving Actions (Clubs) NSW
QLD
VIC
WA
SA
TAS
NT
TOTAL
RESCUES No Gear
314
38
22
14
12
2
1
403
Rescue Tube
721
183
48
45
3
1
-
1,001
1,048
180
132
149
13
14
1
1,537
341
129
132
108
67
15
3
795
Board IRB Surfboard
22
-
-
-
-
-
-
22
Other
167
21
8
9
6
12
-
223
Total
2,613
551
342
325
101
44
5
3,981
Lost Children
123
16
16
18
29
3
1
206
Preventions
112,895
65,204
141,393
17,922
10,437
1,758
116
349,725
51
39
15
12
24
2
-
143
PREVENTATIVE ACTIONS
Searches Shark Alarm Total Preventative Actions
116
22
-
37
115
-
-
290
113,185
65,281
141,424
17,989
10,605
1,763
117
350,364
FIRST AID Fractures/Dislocation Marine Stings Major Wounds Minor Cuts/Abrasions Other Resuscitation Spinal Total First Aid
Grand Total
117
45
36
19
15
4
-
236
5,647
3,469
116
720
128
21
9
10,110
69
564
125
5
9
3
-
775
1,383
2,625
5,108
372
271
57
3
9,819
411
17
303
203
141
22
6
1,103
-
6
2
-
-
-
-
8
44
49
18
21
-
-
-
132
7,671
6,775
5,708
1,340
564
107
18
22,183
123,469
72,607
147,474
19,654
11,270
1,914
140
376,528
596,294
293,794
175,700
101,690
75,694
18,241
2,020
1,263,433
CLUB PATROL HOURS Total
Section 06: Statistical Summaries
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S TAT I S T I C A L S U M M A R I E S
Actions
Surf Life Saving Actions (Support Operations) NSW
QLD
VIC
WA
SA
TAS
NT
TOTAL
RESCUES No Gear
-
-
-
-
-
1
-
1
IRB
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
RWC
275
163
134
59
16
-
2
649
JRB/ORB/RIB
35
-
-
-
11
1
6
53
Helicopter
108
28
-
-
-
-
-
136
Other
253
7
-
46
-
9
-
315
Total
671
198
134
105
27
11
8
1,154
Lost Children
35
-
12
-
5
1
-
53
Preventions
1,478
11,237
25,217
6,477
3,704
45
25
48,183
236
1
18
43
11
-
-
309
PREVENTATIVE ACTIONS
Searches Shark Alarm
34
-
-
-
78
-
-
112
1,783
11,238
25,247
6,520
3,798
46
25
48,657
Fractures/Dislocation
1
-
5
2
-
-
1
9
Marine Stings
-
-
2
3
15
-
-
20
Total Preventative Actions FIRST AID
Major Wounds
-
-
5
-
2
-
-
7
Minor Cuts/Abrasions
5
2
73
35
11
1
-
127
Other
81
-
32
8
4
-
-
125
Resuscitation
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Spinal
-
1
-
-
-
-
-
1
87
3
117
48
32
1
1
289
2,541
11,439
25,498
6,673
3,857
58
34
50,100
8,328
4,330
1,298
8,414
1,887
433
49,459
Total First Aid
Grand Total
SUPPORT OPERATIONS PATROL HOURS Total
24,769
1,154 RESCUES PERFORMED BY SUPPORT OPERATIONS
48,657 PREVENTATIVE ACTIONS PERFORMED BY SUPPORT OPERATIONS
49,459 PATROL HOURS PERFORMED BY SUPPORT OPERATIONS
110
3,781 RESCUES BY THE AUSTRALIAN LIFEGUARD SERVICE
1,235,202 PREVENTATIVE ACTIONS PERFORMED BY ALS LIFEGUARDS
35,918 FIRST AID TREATMENTS ADMINISTERED BY ALS LIFEGUARDS
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Surf Life Saving Actions (Lifeguards) NSW
QLD
VIC
WA
SA
TAS
NT
TOTAL
RESCUES No Gear
141
60
24
7
-
-
16
248
Rescue Tube
59
85
77
11
-
-
3
235
Board
730
828
142
66
-
3
3
1,772
IRB
6
-
12
-
5
-
-
23
RWC
1,481
31
1,368
-
82
-
-
-
JRB/ORB/RIB
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Helicopter
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Surfboard
1
-
-
-
-
-
-
1
Other
5
11
-
5
-
-
-
21
Total
973
2,352
255
171
5
3
22
3,781
PREVENTATIVE ACTIONS Lost Children
-
-
32
8
2
-
2
44
Preventions
491,112
512,552
179,857
41,483
1,478
8,090
96
1,234,668
2
29
10
12
3
-
1
57
Searches Shark Alarm Total Preventative Actions
4
35
-
90
304
-
-
433
491,118
512,616
179,899
41,593
1,787
8,090
99
1,235,202
36
51
26
23
-
-
4
140
1,317
8,226
26
207
13
-
25
9,814
FIRST AID Fractures/Dislocation Marine Stings Major Wounds Minor Cuts/Abrasions Other Resuscitation Spinal Total First Aid
Grand Total
42
333
69
4
1
-
1
450
1,014
17,495
5,257
575
2
5
446
24,794
353
45
149
89
4
-
13
653
-
4
2
-
-
-
-
6
13
34
6
7
-
-
1
61
2,775
26,188
5,535
905
20
5
490
35,918
494,866
541,156
185,689
42,669
1,812
8,098
611
1,274,901
110,244
217,318
58,866
33,278
1,155
2,355
40,796
464,012
LIFEGUARD PATROL HOURS Total
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Equipment Surf Life Saving Equipment (Clubs) NSW
QLD
VIC
WA
Vehicle (4WD/Tractor)
28
67
18
17
Beach Vehicle (ATV)
112
71
66
29
SA
TAS
NT
TOTAL
19
1
1
151
57
10
3
348
LAND-BASED
Defibrillator
459
392
191
113
128
20
4
1,307
Total
599
530
275
159
204
31
8
1,806
418
296
239
72
131
34
7
1,197
AQUATIC IRB Hull IRB Motor
611
380
330
97
142
49
7
1,616
Total
1,029
676
569
169
273
83
14
2,813
Grand total
1,628
1,206
844
328
477
114
22
4,619
NSW
QLD
VIC
WA
SA
TAS
NT
TOTAL
Vehicle (4WD/Tractor)
12
24
-
1
4
-
-
41
Beach Vehicle (ATV)
16
17
4
-
2
-
1
40
Surf Life Saving Equipment (Lifeguards) LAND-BASED
Defibrillator
43
95
-
2
22
7
5
174
Total
71
136
4
3
28
7
6
255
IRB Hull
-
-
14
1
-
1
-
16
IRB Motor
-
-
15
1
-
5
-
21
17
28
-
-
3
-
-
48
Total
17
28
29
2
3
6
-
85
Grand total
88
164
33
5
31
13
6
340
AQUATIC
Surf Life Saving Equipment (Support Operations) NSW
QLD
VIC
WA
SA
TAS
NT
TOTAL
32
3
2
4
2
7
2
52
LAND-BASED Vehicle (4WD/Tractor) Beach Vehicle (ATV)
-
4
1
-
-
1
-
6
Defibrillator
13
7
-
3
4
7
3
37
Total
45
14
3
7
6
15
5
95
AQUATIC JRB
2
-
-
2
-
1
-
5
RWC
60
24
27
12
32
3
4
162
ORB
1
-
3
-
-
6
1
11
RIB
-
-
4
-
-
3
1
8
63
24
34
14
32
13
6
186
Total AVIATION Helicopter
2
2
2
1
2
-
-
9
Other
-
13
8
-
-
-
-
21
Total Grand Total
2
15
10
1
2
-
-
30
110
53
47
22
40
28
11
311
Section 06: Statistical Summaries
113
S TAT I S T I C A L S U M M A R I E S
Accreditation
NSW
QLD
VIC
WA
SA
TAS
NT
2
TOTAL
NEW OFFICIAL AWARDS Core
252
186
58
25
29
5
Technical
1114
628
472
61
93
77
557 2,445
Senior
157
134
42
28
17
8
Total
1,523
948
572
114
139
90
2
386 3,388
NEW COACH AWARDS Foundation
66
45
16
5
4
11
0
147
Development
533
392
115
174
201
64
6
1,485
Performance
39
12
17
6
8
2
0
84
High Performance Total Grand Total New Awards
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
2
639
450
148
185
213
77
6
1,718
2,162
1,398
720
299
352
167
8
5,106
*These are the total numbers of officials and coaches under the new accreditation system and does not include coaches under the previous accreditation system who are yet to change over
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Awards & Qualifications
NSW Member
QLD
Comm.
Member
VIC
Comm.
Member
WA Comm.
Member
Comm.
Patrolling Lifesaver Awards Bronze Medallion
2,120
-
1,074
-
1,233
-
728
-
Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) PUA20119
-
-
1,256
112
-
-
-
-
Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue) PUA30319
2
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Contribute to team effectiveness BSBFLM312
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
92
-
18
-
74
-
6
-
Maintain safety at an incident scene PUAWHS002
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Observers Award
6
-
284
-
-
-
-
-
Operate communications systems and equipment PUAOPE013
4
-
2,143
152
-
-
-
-
Radio Operator Certificate
79
-
271
-
61
-
72
-
Gold Medallion (Advanced Lifesaving)
Search as a member of an aquatic search team PUASAR011
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Silver Medallion Aquatic Rescue
106
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Silver Medallion Beach Management
377
-
257
-
128
-
30
-
Silver Medallion Patrol Captain
25
-
4
-
3
-
-
-
1,509
127
866
-
876
-
569
-
Surf Rescue Certificate (Community)
-
127
-
40
-
1,187
-
-
Undertake beach safety management activities PUAOPE027
-
-
258
-
-
-
-
-
Surf Rescue Certificate (CPR Endorsed)
Powercraft Awards ATV Operator Certificate
50
-
-
-
-
-
-
Certificate IV in Aviation (Air Crew Officer) AVI40119*
-
-
-
4
-
-
-
-
Crew small powercraft in a rescue operation PUASAR015
2
-
475
-
-
-
-
-
IRB Crew Certificate
610
-
429
-
386
-
191
-
Operate and maintain a personal water craft for rescue operations PUASAR016
-
-
48
-
-
-
-
-
Operate and maintain a small powercraft and motor for rescue operations PUASAR014
-
-
201
-
-
-
-
-
ORB Crew Certificate
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Prepare maintain and test response equipment PUAEQU001
-
-
249
-
-
-
-
-
63
-
85
-
39
-
47
-
Rib Crew (Short Course)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Rib Driver (Short Course)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
200
-
160
-
161
-
69
-
-
-
-
-
283
-
-
-
532
-
715
-
-
-
7
-
Rescue Water Craft Operator Certificate
Silver Medallion IRB Driver SSV Operator SSV Operator Induction
Section 06: Statistical Summaries
SA
115
Total
Total
Grand
Comm.
Member
Comm.
Member
Comm.
Total
96
-
36
16
5,582
16
5,598
-
-
-
-
1,614
112
1,726
-
-
-
-
-
31
-
31
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
4
-
194
-
194
73
-
-
-
-
-
73
-
73
-
-
-
-
-
-
290
-
290
597
-
-
-
36
16
2,780
168
2,948
4
-
-
-
-
-
487
-
487
73
-
-
-
-
-
73
-
73
73
-
25
-
-
-
204
-
204 804
Member
TAS Comm.
Member
295
-
358
-
29
NT
-
-
12
-
-
-
804
-
16
-
12
-
1
1
61
1
62
251
-
66
-
8
-
4,145
127
4,272
-
511
-
296
-
2
-
2,163
2,163
-
-
-
-
-
-
258
-
258
-
-
-
-
24
-
74
-
74
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
4
4
103
-
-
-
-
-
580
-
580
107
-
36
-
-
-
1,759
-
1,759
10
-
-
-
-
-
58
-
58
41
-
-
-
-
-
242
-
242
-
-
-
-
8
-
8
-
8
50
-
-
-
-
-
299
-
299
10
-
1
-
-
12
245
12
257
-
-
-
-
4
2
4
2
6
-
-
-
-
4
2
4
2
6
42
-
13
-
-
-
645
-
645
-
-
-
-
24
-
307
-
307
77
-
-
-
24
-
1,355
-
1,355
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NSW Member
QLD
Comm.
Member
VIC
Comm.
Member
WA Comm.
Member
Comm.
Emergency Care Awards Advanced Resuscitation Techniques [AID] Advanced Resuscitation Techniques
-
-
-
-
-
-
96
-
1,299
647
440
-
941
-
364
-
Basic Life Support [AID]
-
-
-
-
2
-
-
-
Basic Life Support
6
589
-
-
1,089
-
1
-
Course in the first aid management of anaphylaxis 22300VIC
-
53
-
-
-
-
-
-
First Aid [AID]
-
-
-
-
2
-
34
-
First Aid
3,115
1,419
1,830
-
1,144
-
861
Marine Stinger Management
-
-
7
-
-
-
-
-
Pain Management Certificate
8
75
-
-
32
-
81
-
Provide advanced first aid HLTAID014 Provide advanced resuscitation HLTAID007 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy HLTAID015
-
139
-
12
24
-
-
-
97
-
-
3
2
-
2
117
1,236
647
323
659
999
-
-
-
Provide basic emergency life support HLTAID002
-
-
1,250
169
-
-
-
147
Provide basic emergency life support HLTAID010
-
-
11
1,234
1,148
5,407
-
424
Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation HLTAID001
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1,279
Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation HLTAID009
4,010
4,853
45,819
2,929
9,391
1,711
17,073
9
Provide first aid HLTAID003
-
-
8
63
-
-
-
1,076
Provide first aid HLTAID011
-
11,143
1,693
4,944
1,153
4,261
503
3,853
Provide pain management PUAEME005
-
75
-
8
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
3
-
-
-
457
142
1,946
-
1,668
-
6
-
Silver Medallion Advanced First Aid [AID]
-
139
-
-
-
-
-
-
Spinal Management
-
77
-
12
-
-
-
-
Address adult language literacy and numeracy skills TAELLN411
15
-
6
15
11
-
-
-
Assess competence TAEASS402
1
-
4
7
-
-
-
-
Assessor Skill Set TAESS00011*
-
-
2
3
-
-
-
-
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116
16
-
2
4
11
-
-
-
Design and develop assessment tools TAEASS502
23
-
8
18
9
-
-
-
Design and develop learning programs TAEDES401*
-
-
-
4
-
-
-
-
Enterprise Trainer - Presenting Skill Set TAESS00014*
-
-
22
11
-
-
-
-
Make a presentation BSBCMM401
48
-
23
15
30
-
-
-
Make presentations BSBCMM411
120
-
-
-
90
-
-
-
Participate in assessment validation TAEASS403
1
-
4
7
-
-
-
-
Perform rescue from a live LV panel UETTDRRF06*
-
-
-
971
-
-
-
-
Plan assessment activities and processes TAEASS401
1
-
4
7
-
-
-
-
Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning TAEDEL401*
-
-
-
4
-
-
-
-
Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace TAEDEL402*
-
-
-
4
-
-
-
-
140
-
22
11
113
-
-
-
-
-
-
4
-
-
-
-
Resuscitation [AID] Resuscitation
Training and Assessing
Provide work skill instruction TAEDEL301 Use training packages and accredited courses to meet client needs TAEDES402 Junior Development Age Manager Course
269
-
217
-
222
-
119
-
Surf Aware One
3,243
-
1,606
-
853
-
1,028
-
Surf Aware Two
2,846
-
1,536
-
924
-
926
-
Surf Play One
2,838
-
1,246
-
444
-
1,025
-
Surf Play Two
3,195
-
1,468
-
846
-
1,073
-
Surf Safe One
2,552
-
1,311
-
897
-
869
-
Surf Safe Two
2,186
-
1,169
-
886
-
804
-
Surf Smart One
1,932
-
1,048
-
815
-
654
-
Surf Smart Two
1,561
-
777
-
675
-
661
-
SAFETY AND WELLBEING Safeguarding Children and Young People Awareness
1,574
-
7,715
-
623
-
342
-
Safer Surf Clubs Online Part 1
11
-
4
-
1
-
-
-
Safer Surf Clubs Online Part 2
9
-
3
-
-
-
1
-
Safer Surf Clubs Online Part 3
10
-
3
-
-
-
1
-
Safer Surf Clubs Online Part 4
9
-
3
-
1
-
-
-
260
-
357
-
48
-
73
-
39,708
61,218
37,790
17,888
20,661
27,928
11,252
10,906
Inclusive Beaches Online Grand Total
Section 06: Statistical Summaries
SA Member
117
TAS Comm.
Member
NT Comm.
Member
Comm.
Total
Total
Grand
Member
Comm.
Total
37
-
1
-
16
64
150
64
214
164
-
62
-
-
-
3,270
647
3,917
-
-
-
-
-
-
2
-
2
-
-
-
-
-
-
1,096
589
1,685
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
53
53
5
-
1
-
16
164
58
164
222
454
-
94
-
-
-
7,498
1,419
8,917
-
-
-
-
-
-
7
-
7
-
-
-
-
-
-
121
75
196
-
-
28
-
-
-
52
151
203
40
23
1
-
16
64
158
207
365
167
13
37
-
-
-
2,762
1,319
4,081
-
-
94
-
16
164
1,360
480
1,840
-
100
-
-
16
164
1,175
7,329
8,504
-
-
2
-
-
-
2
1,279
1,281
-
1,243
110
431
-
-
9,612
77,967
87,579
-
-
1
-
16
164
25
1,303
1,328
-
1,383
96
214
-
-
3,445
25,798
29,243 83
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
83
4
-
1
-
-
-
8
-
8
70
-
80
-
-
-
4,227
142
4,369
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
139
139
-
-
-
-
36
-
36
89
125
4
-
-
-
-
-
36
15
51
-
-
-
-
-
-
5
7
12
-
-
-
-
-
-
2
3
5
7
-
-
-
-
-
36
4
40
8
-
2
-
-
-
50
18
68
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
4
4
-
-
-
-
-
-
22
11
33
9
-
2
-
-
-
112
15
127
7
-
-
-
-
-
217
-
217
8
-
-
-
-
-
13
7
20
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
971
971
8
-
-
-
-
-
13
7
20
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
4
4
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
4
4
19
-
-
-
-
-
294
11
305
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
4
4
51
-
9
-
-
-
887
-
887
256
-
122
-
-
-
7,108
-
7,108
275
-
155
-
-
-
6,662
-
6,662
136
-
80
-
-
-
5,769
-
5,769
175
-
128
-
-
-
6,885
-
6,885
257
-
126
-
-
-
6,012
-
6,012
234
-
121
-
-
-
5,400
-
5,400
234
-
100
-
-
-
4,783
-
4,783
204
-
89
-
-
-
3,967
-
3,967
323
-
91
-
-
-
10,668
-
10,668
-
-
2
-
-
-
18
-
18
-
-
2
-
-
-
15
-
15
-
-
2
-
-
-
16
-
16
-
-
1
-
-
-
14
-
14
53
-
14
-
-
-
805
-
805
5,418
3,273
1,915
941
305
835
117,049
122,989
240,038
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Service Awards
NSW
QLD
VIC
WA
SA
TAS
NT
21/22 Total
105
63
22
2
5
0
0
197 21
National Medal National Medal National Medal - 1st Clasp 25 Years
13
7
1
0
0
0
0
National Medal - 2nd Clasp 35 Years
7
0
0
0
0
0
0
7
National Medal - 3rd Clasp 45 Years
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
125
70
23
2
5
0
0
225
Total Patrol Service Awards 5 Year National Patrol Service Award
272
324
150
75
40
11
1
873
10 Year National Patrol Service Award
217
202
44
42
40
23
2
570 282
15 Year National Patrol Service Award
102
75
34
19
31
21
0
20 Year National Patrol Service Award
25
21
6
2
8
7
0
69
25 Year National Patrol Service Award
15
8
2
3
12
8
0
48
30 Year National Patrol Service Award
14
5
3
0
6
8
0
36
35 Year National Patrol Service Award
7
2
0
1
2
3
0
15
40 Year National Patrol Service Award
7
0
0
1
1
1
0
10
45 Year National Patrol Service Award
2
1
0
0
2
2
0
7
50 Year National Patrol Service Award
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
55 Year National Patrol Service Award
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
60 Year National Patrol Service Award
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
65 Year National Patrol Service Award Total
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
666
638
239
143
142
84
3
1,915
101
76
0
15
2
2
0
196 124
Long Service Awards (Membership) 25 Year Long Service Award 30 Year Long Service Award
63
50
0
10
0
1
0
40 Year Long Service Award
48
28
0
4
0
0
0
80
50 Year Long Service Award
56
28
19
6
0
0
0
109
60 Year Long Service Award
68
13
8
2
0
0
0
91
70 Year Long Service Award
21
3
0
0
1
0
0
25
75 Year Long Service Award
4
0
0
0
0
0
0
4
80 Year Long Service Award
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
362
198
27
37
3
3
0
630
5
46
1
1
0
0
0
53
10 Year Officiating Service Certificate
8
14
0
1
6
7
0
36
15 Year Officiating Service Certificate
2
7
0
0
4
4
0
17
Total Officiating Service Awards 5 Year Officiating Service Certificate
20 Year Officiating Service Certificate
2
8
0
1
3
2
0
16
25 Year Officiating Service Certificate
3
3
0
1
3
2
0
12 16
30 Year Officiating Service Certificate
2
8
0
0
3
3
0
35 Year Officiating Service Certificate
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
1
40 Year Officiating Service Certificate
1
0
0
0
1
0
0
2
Section 06: Statistical Summaries
119
NSW
QLD
VIC
WA
SA
TAS
NT
21/22 Total
45 Year Officiating Service Certificate
0
0
0
0
0
0
50 Year Officiating Service Certificate
0
0
0
0
0
0
55 Year Officiating Service Certificate
0
0
0
0
0
0
60 Year Officiating Service Certificate
0
0
0
0
0
0
23
16
2
3
0
0
0
44
0
3
0
1
0
0
0
4
Total Coaching Service Awards 5 Year Coaching Service Certificate 10 Year Coaching Service Certificate
0
5
0
1
2
2
0
10
15 Year Coaching Service Certificate
0
4
2
0
1
1
0
8
20 Year Coaching Service Certificate
1
3
2
0
0
0
0
6
25 Year Coaching Service Certificate
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
1
30 Year Coaching Service Certificate
0
2
2
0
0
0
0
4
35 Year Coaching Service Certificate
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
40 Year Coaching Service Certificate
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
45 Year Coaching Service Certificate
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
50 Year Coaching Service Certificate
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
11
0
2
29
0
10 Year Assessing Service Certificate
8
11
5
1
25
15 Year Assessing Service Certificate
0
5
1
1
17
Assessing Service Awards 5 Year Assessing Service Certificate
0 0
44
4
0
54
3
0
27
20 Year Assessing Service Certificate
2
9
0
0
7
0
0
18
25 Year Assessing Service Certificate
1
1
5
0
3
0
0
10
30 Year Assessing Service Certificate
2
0
2
0
0
0
0
4
35 Year Assessing Service Certificate
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
40 Year Assessing Service Certificate
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
45 Year Assessing Service Certificate
1
0
1
0
0
0
0
2
50 Year Assessing Service Certificate
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total
18
37
14
4
81
7
0
161
5 Year Training Service Certificate
17
21
0
1
90
0
0
129
10 Year Training Service Certificate
15
13
0
1
59
0
0
88
15 Year Training Service Certificate
6
12
0
0
37
0
0
55
20 Year Training Service Certificate
2
9
0
0
22
0
0
33
Training Service Awards
25 Year Training Service Certificate
2
6
0
0
11
0
0
19
30 Year Training Service Certificate
1
1
1
0
8
0
0
11
35 Year Training Service Certificate
1
1
0
0
3
0
0
5
40 Year Training Service Certificate
1
0
0
0
1
0
0
2
45 Year Training Service Certificate
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
50 Year Training Service Certificate
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total
46
63
1
2
231
0
0
343
Age Manager Service Awards
17
21
3
0
0
0
0
41
5 Year Age Manager Service Certificate
0
10
2
0
0
0
0
12
10 Year Age Manager Service Certificate
0
1
0
1
0
0
0
2
15 Year Age Manager Service Certificate
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total
17
32
5
1
0
0
0
55
1,260
1,142
316
195
486
115
3
3,517
Grand Total
SEC TION 07
Surf Life Saving Entities
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Surf Life Saving Entities
National 11 National, State and Territory Centre, SLSA Subsidiaries, SLS Foundation 314 Clubs 17 Branches 82 Support Operations Groups & 7 VRM'S 72 Australian Lifeguard Service Operations 503 Surf Life Saving Entities/Groups
New South Wales 129 Clubs, 11 Branches, 29 Support Operations Groups, 18 Australian Lifeguard Services 129 Clubs
Cooks Hill SLSC
Minnie Water Wooli SLSC
Austinmer SLSC
Copacabana SLSC
Mollymook SLSC
Avalon Beach SLSC
Corrimal SLSC
Mona Vale SLSC
Avoca Beach SLSC
Cronulla SLSC
Moruya SLSC
Ballina Lighthouse and Lismore SLSC
Crowdy Head SLSC
Nambucca Heads SLSC
Batemans Bay SLSC
Cudgen Headland SLSC
Narooma SLSC
Bellambi SLSC
Dee Why SLSC
Narrabeen SLSC
Bellinger Valley-North Beach SLSC
Dixon Park SLSC
Newcastle SLSC
Bermagui SLSC
Elouera SLSC
Newport SLSC
Bilgola Beach SLSC
Era SLSC
Nobbys (NSW) SLSC
Birubi Point SLSC
Evans Head/Casino SLSC
North Avoca SLSC
Black Head SLSC
Fairy Meadow SLSC
North Bondi SLSC
Bondi SBLSC
Fingal Beach SLSC
North Cronulla SLSC
Bronte SLSC
Fingal Rovers SLSC
North Curl Curl SLSC
Broulee Surfers SLSC
Forster SLSC
North Entrance SLSC
Brunswick SLSC
Freshwater SLSC
North Narrabeen SLSC
Bulli SLSC
Garie SLSC
North Palm Beach SLSC
Bungan Beach SLSC
Gerringong SLSC
North Steyne SLSC
Burning Palms SLSC
Hat Head SLSC
North Wollongong SLSC
Byron Bay SLSC
Helensburgh Stanwell Park SLSC
Nowra Culburra SLSC
Cabarita Beach SLSC
Kempsey Crescent Head SLSC
Ocean Beach SLSC
Camden Haven SLSC
Kiama Downs SLSC
Pacific Palms SLSC
Cape Hawke SLSC
Kiama SLSC
Palm Beach (NSW) SLSC
Catherine Hill Bay SLSC
Killcare SLSC
Pambula SLSC
Caves Beach SLSC
Lennox Head Alstonville SLSC
Port Kembla (NSW) SLSC
Clovelly SLSC
Long Reef SLSC
Port Macquarie SLSC
Coalcliff SLSC
Macksville-Scotts Head SLSC
Queenscliff SLSC
Coffs Harbour SLSC
MacMasters SLSC
Red Rock Corindi SLSC
Coledale SLSC
Manly LSC
Redhead SLSC
Collaroy SLSC
Maroubra SLSC
Salt SLSC
Coogee (NSW) SLSC
Merewether SLSC
Sandon Point SLSC
Section 07: SLS Entities
123
Sawtell SLSC
Sydney Northern Beaches Branch
Shoalhaven City Council
Scarborough Wombarra SLSC
29 Support Operations Groups
Tweed Coast Holiday Parks
Shellharbour SLSC
Central Coast Branch Duty Officers
Tweed Shire Council
Shelly Beach SLSC
Central Coast Branch RWC Group
50 UAV Services
Shoalhaven Heads SLSC
Far North Coast Branch Duty Officers
Avoca Beach SLSC
Soldiers Beach SLSC
Far North Coast Branch RWC
Ballina Lighthouse and Lismore SLSC
South Curl Curl SLSC
Far South Coast Branch Duty Officers
Batemans Bay SLSC
South Maroubra SLSC
Far South Coast Branch RWC
Birubi Point SLSC
South Narrabeen SLSC
Hunter Branch Duty Officers
Black Head SLSC
South West Rocks SLSC
Hunter Branch RWC
Broulee Surfers SLSC
Stockton SLSC
Illawarra Branch Duty Officers
Brunswick SLSC
Sussex Inlet SLSC
Illawarra Branch RWC Team
Byron Bay SLSC
Swansea Belmont SLSC
Lower North Coast Branch Duty Officers
Cabarita Beach SLSC
Tacking Point SLSC
Lower North Coast RWC
Cape Hawke SLSC
Tamarama SLSC
Mid North Coast Branch Duty Officers
Catherine Hill Bay SLSC
Taree Old Bar SLSC
Mid North Coast Branch RWC
Coledale SLSC
Tathra SLSC
North Coast Branch Duty Officers
Cudgen Headland SLSC
Tea Gardens Hawks Nest SLSC
North Coast Branch RWC
Evans Head/Casino SLSC
Terrigal SLSC
South Coast Branch Duty Officers
Fingal Beach SLSC
The Entrance SLSC
South Coast Branch RWC
Fingal Rovers SLSC
The Lakes SLSC
Surf Life Saving NSW State Duty Officers
Forster SLSC
Thirroul SLSC
Surf Life Saving NSW SurfCom Team
Garie SLSC
Toowoon Bay SLSC
Surf Rescue 30
Gerringong SLSC
Towradgi SLSC
Surf Rescue 40
Helensburgh Stanwell Park SLSC
Umina SLSC
Surf Rescue 50
Kempsey Crescent Head SLSC
Urunga SLSC
Sydney Branch - Duty Officers
Kiama SLSC
Wamberal SLSC
Sydney Branch - RWC service
Lennox Head Alstonville SLSC
Wanda SLSC
Sydney Northern Beaches Branch Duty Officers
Macksville-Scotts Head SLSC
Warilla Barrack Point SLSC
Sydney Northern Beaches Branch RWC Service
Maroubra SLSC
Warriewood SLSC
Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service (Lifesaver 21)
Merewether SLSC
Wauchope Bonny Hills SLSC
Mollymook SLSC
Whale Beach SLSC
Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service (Lifesaver 23)
Narooma SLSC
Windang SLSC
18 Australian Lifeguard Services
Nobbys (NSW) SLSC
Wollongong City SLSC
Ballina Shire Council
North Entrance SLSC
Woolgoolga SLSC
Bega Valley Shire Council
Nowra Culburra SLSC
Woonona SLSC
Bellingen Shire Council
Ocean Beach SLSC
Yamba SLSC 11 Branches Central Coast Branch Far North Coast Branch Far South Coast Branch Hunter Branch Illawarra Branch Lower North Coast Branch Mid North Coast Branch North Coast Branch South Coast Branch Sydney Branch
Byron Shire Council Clarence Valley Council Kempsey Shire Council Magenta Shores Mid Coast Council Munmorah Conservation Area Nambucca Shire Council Northern Beaches Council Port Macquarie - Hastings Council Port Stephens Council Richmond Valley Council Royal National Park
Palm Beach (NSW) SLSC Pambula SLSC Redhead SLSC Salt SLSC Sawtell SLSC Sharpes Beach (Ballina) Shellharbour SLSC Shelly Beach (Ballina Shire) South Narrabeen SLSC South West Rocks SLSC Tacking Point SLSC Tamarama SLSC
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Tathra SLSC
Wanda SLSC
Tea Gardens Hawks Nest SLSC
Yamba SLSC
Town Beach (Port Macquarie) Urunga SLSC
Queensland 57 Clubs, 6 Branches, 11 Support Operations Groups, 19 Australian Lifeguard Services 57 Clubs
Nobbys Beach SLSC
SLSQ RWC - Wide Bay Capricorn
Agnes Water SLSC
Noosa Heads SLSC
State Operations Centre Gold Coast
Alexandra Headland SLSC
North Burleigh SLSC
Sunshine Coast Duty Officers
Arcadian SLSC
North Kirra SLSC
Sunshine Coast Surfcom
Ayr SLSC
Northcliffe SLSC
Bribie Island SLSC
Pacific SLSC
Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service - Gold Coast
Broadbeach SLSC
Palm Beach QLD SLSC
Bundaberg SLSC
Point Lookout SLSC
Bilinga SLSC
Port Douglas SLSC
Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park SLSC
Rainbow Bay SLSC
Cairns SLSC
Rainbow Beach SLSC
Forrest Beach SLSC
Redcliffe Peninsula SLSC
Coochiemudlo Island SLSC
Sarina SLSC
Coolangatta SLSC
Southport (Qld) SLSC
Coolum Beach SLSC
Sunshine Beach SLSC
Currumbin SLSC
Surfers Paradise SLSC
Dicky Beach SLSC
Tallebudgera SLSC
Emu Park SLSC
Tannum Sands SLSC
Etty Bay SLSC
Townsville Picnic Bay SLSC
Eimeo SLSC
Tugun SLSC
Elliott Heads SLSC
Tweed Heads Coolangatta SLSC
Ellis Beach SLSC
Yeppoon SLSC
Hervey Bay SLSC
6 Branches
Kawana Waters SLSC
North Barrier Branch
Kirra SLSC
North Queensland Branch
Kurrawa SLSC
Point Danger Branch
Mackay SLSC
South Coast Branch
Marcoola SLSC
Wide Bay Capricorn Branch
Maroochydore SLSC
Sunshine Coast Branch
Mermaid Beach SLSC
11 Support Operations Groups
Metropolitan Caloundra SLSC
Dawn and Dusk Patrols - Gold Coast
Miami Beach SLSC
Gold Coast Duty Officers
Mission Beach SLSC
Emergency Reponse Groups - Statewide
Mooloolaba SLSC
SLSQ RWC - Gold Coast
Moore Park SLSC
SLSQ RWC - Sunshine Coast
Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service - Sunshine Coast 19 Australian Lifeguard Services Bundaberg Regional Council Burdekin Shire Council Cairns Regional Council Cassowary Coast Regional Council City of Gold Coast City Parklands Services Douglas Shire Council Fraser Coast Regional Council Gladstone Regional Council Gympie Regional Council Hinchinbrook Shire Council Livingstone Shire Council Mackay Regional Council Moreton Bay Regional Council Noosa Shire Council Redland City Council Sunshine Coast Council Townsville City Council Whitsunday Regional Council 7 UAV Services Alexandra Headland Alma Bay Burleigh Heads Coolum Beach Main Beach - Southport Palm Cove Point Lookout - North Stradbroke Island
Mudjimba SLSC
Victoria 57 Clubs, 16 Support Operations Groups, 14 Australian Lifeguard Services 57 Clubs
Anglesea SLSC
Aspendale LSC
Altona LSC
Apollo Bay SLSC
Bancoora SLSC
Section 07: SLS Entities
125
Barwon Heads Thirteenth Beach SLSC
Port Campbell SLSC
Marine Search & Rescue - Hastings
Beaumaris LSC
Port Fairy LSC
Marine Search & Rescue - Mornington
Black Rock LSC
Port Melbourne LSC
Marine Search & Rescue - Port Campbell
Bonbeach LSC
Portland SLSC
Marine Search & Rescue - Waratah Beach
Brighton LSC
Portsea SLSC
Peninsula RWC Service
Cape Paterson SLSC
Rosebud & McCrae LSC
Point Lonsdale RWC Service
Carrum SLSC
Sandridge LSC
Port Fairy Marine Rescue Service
Chelsea Longbeach SLSC
Sandringham LSC
Port Phillip RWC Service
Dromana Bay LSC
Seaford LSC
Seaspray RWC Service
Edithvale LSC
Seaspray SLSC
Surf Coast East RWC Service
Elwood LSC
SLS Lakes Entrance
Surf Coast West RWC Service
Fairhaven SLSC
Sorrento LSC
Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter
Frankston LSC
South Melbourne LSC
14 Australian Lifeguard Services
Gunnamatta SLSC
St Kilda LSC
Borough of Queenscliffe (Geelong)
Half Moon Bay SLSC
Torquay SLSC
City of Greater Geelong
Hampton LSC
Venus Bay SLSC
City of Kingston
Inverloch SLSC
Waratah Beach SLSC
City of Port Phillip
Jan Juc SLSC
Warrnambool SLSC
City of Warrnambool
Kennett River SLSC
Williamstown Swimming and LSC
Colac Otway Shire
Lorne SLSC
Wonthaggi LSC
East Gippsland Shire
Mallacoota SLSC
Woodside Beach SLSC
Frankston City Council
Mentone LSC
Woolamai Beach SLSC
Shire of Bass Coast
Mildura LSC
Wye River SLSC
Shire of Moyne
Mordialloc LSC
16 Support Operations Groups
South Gippsland Shire
MorningtonLSC
Bass RWC Service
Surf Coast Shire
Mount Martha LSC
Geelong RWC Service
Wellington Shire
Ocean Grove SLSC
Kingston RWC Service
Wyndham city council
Point Leo SLSC
LSV Comms
Point Lonsdale SLSC
Western Australia 31 Clubs, 12 Support Operations Groups, 13 Australian Lifeguard Services 31 Clubs
Floreat SLSC
12 Support Operations Groups
Albany SLSC
Fremantle SLSC
Abalone Patrol
Alkimos SLSC
Geraldton SLSC
Esperance-Goldfields Support Operations
Binningup SLSC
Mandurah SLSC
Great Southern Support Operations
Broome SLSC
Margaret River SLSC
Kimberley Support Operations
Busselton SLSC
Mullaloo SLSC
Mid West Support Operations
Champion Bay SLSC
North Cottesloe SLSC
North Metropolitan Support Operations
City of Bunbury SLSC
Port Bouvard SLSC
Peer Support Operations
City of Perth SLSC
Quinns Mindarie SLSC
SLSWA Drone Patrol
Coogee Beach (WA) SLSC
Scarboro SLSC
SLSWA Surfcom
Cottesloe SLSC
Secret Harbour SLSC
South Metropolitan Support Operations
Dalyellup Beach SLSC
Smiths Beach (WA) SLSC
South West Support Operations
Dampier SLSC
Sorrento (WA) SLSC
Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service
Denmark SLSC
Swanbourne Nedlands SLSC
13 Australian Lifeguard Services
Dongara-Denison SLSC
Trigg Island SLSC
City of Albany
Esperance-Goldfields SLSC
Yanchep SLSC
City of Busselton
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City of Joondalup City of Mandurah City of Rockingham City of Wanneroo
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Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Shire of Augusta Margaret River
Shire of Broome Shire of Denmark Town of Cambridge Town of Cottesloe
South Australia 22 Clubs, 6 Support Operations Group, 3 Australian Lifeguard Services 22 Clubs
Seacliff SLSC
16 UAV Services
Aldinga Bay SLSC
Semaphore SLSC
Aldinga Bay SLSC
Beachport SLSC
Somerton SLSC
Beachport SLSC
Brighton SLSC
South Port SLSC
Brighton SLSC
Chiton Rocks SLSC
West Beach SLSC
Chiton Rocks SLSC
Christies Beach SLSC
Whyalla SLSC
Christies Beach SLSC
Elizabeth LSC
6 Support Operation Groups
Goolwa SLSC
Glenelg SLSC
SLSSA Drone Program
Moana SLSC
Goolwa SLSC
SLSSA JRB Service
Normanville SLSC
Grange SLSC
SLSSA RWC Service
North Haven SLSC
Henley SLSC
SLSSA State Duty Officers
Port Elliot SLSC
Moana SLSC
SLSSA Surfcom
Port Noarlunga SLSC
Normanville SLSC
Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service
Robe SLSC
North Haven SLSC
3 Australian Lifeguard Services
Seacliff SLSC
Port Elliot SLSC
Alexandrina – Goolwa
Semaphore SLSC
Port Noarlunga SLSC
Holdfast Bay - Glenelg
South Port SLSC
Robe SLSC
Water-cover services
Whyalla SLSC
Tasmania 15 Clubs, 4 Support Operations Groups, 7 Marine Rescue Services, 2 Australian Lifeguard Services 15 Clubs
Raspins Beach SLSC
Kingborough Volunteer Marine Rescue
Bicheno SLSC
Scamander SLSC
St Helens Volunteer Marine Rescue
Boat Harbour Beach SLSC
Somerset SLSC
Tamar Sea Rescue
Bridport SLSC
Ulverstone SLSC
Ulverstone Volunteer Marine Rescue
Burnie SLSC
4 Support Operations Groups
Wynyard Volunteer Marine Rescue
Carlton Park SLSC
Surf Life Saving Tas Flood Rescue Service
2 Australian Lifeguard Services
Clifton Beach SLSC
Surf Life Saving Tas JRB Service
City of Clarence
Devonport SLSC
Surf Life Saving Tas RPA
City of Hobart
Kingston Beach SLSC
Surf Life Saving Tas RWC Service
2 UAV Services
Launceston LSC
7 Marine Rescue Services
Northern Region
Penguin SLSC
Dodges Ferry Volunteer Marine Rescue
Southern Region
Port Sorell SLSC
Freycinet Volunteer Marine Rescue
Northern Territory 3 Clubs, 4 Support Operations Group, 3 Australian Lifeguard Services 3 Clubs
4 Support Operation Groups
3 Australian Lifeguard Services
Darwin SLSC
SLSNT Offshore Rescue Boat
City of Darwin
Gove Peninsula SLSC
SLSNT RHIB Service
City of Palmerston
Mindil Beach SLSC
SLSNT RWC Service
Litchfield
SLSNT Support Operations
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Glossary of Terms
LI F E S AV I N G Blackspot – An area with a concentration of coastal/ocean incidents and a high probability/risk of ongoing recurrence. Coastal – Describes the foreshore, seabed, coastal water and air space above a large body of water (harbour/bay/inlet), including areas up to 3nm offshore and of which the landward boundary is the line of mean high water, except where that line crosses a river/inlet, the landward 3 Australian Lifeguard Services boundary at that point shall be the point City of Darwin upstream that is calculated by multiplying City of Palmerston the width of the river/inlet mouth by five Litchfield (adopted from the Resource Management SLSNT Offshore Rescue Boat Act 1993 New Zealand). Amendment Drowning – The process of experiencing respiratory impairment from submersion/ immersion in liquid; outcomes are classified as death, morbidity, and no morbidity. Drowning death - fatal drowning incident arising from the process of respiratory impairment as a result of submersion/immersion in liquid. First aid – Assessments and interventions that can be performed by a bystander (or by the victim) with minimal to no equipment.
Lifeguard – An individual who undertakes patrols at a beach or another aquatic environment. He/she is typically a salaried member, qualified in public safety and aquatic rescue. Lifesaving service – A coordinated group that exists to provide aquatic safety services to the public. This includes Surf Life Saving Clubs, Lifeguards, SurfCom, RWCs, RIBs, JRBs, ORBs, Rescue Helicopters and 4WD units.
Surfcom – Surf Life Saving radio communications centre that assists in managing the communications of lifesaving operations and data collection. Total service plan – An assessment of current and future lifesaving resources, trends, national blackspots and coastal safety issues combined with evidencebased mitigation strategies to address these issues.
CO M M O N AC R O N Y M S Patrolled location – A location supervised by a lifesaving service. Preventative action – Direct action taken to reduce or eliminate the probability of a specific rescue, first aid or other reportable incident from happening in the future. Rescue – The retrieval of a person in distress, delivering them to a place of safety and the application of first aid and basic life support as may be required. Resuscitation – Prevention or restoration of life by establishing and maintaining a person’s airway, breathing and circulation. Rip current – A seaward flowing current of water moving through a surf zone.
ACNC – Australian Charities and Not-ForProfit Commission ACPSG – SLSA Australian Coastal Public Safety Guidelines AEMVF – Australian Emergency Management Volunteer Forum ALS – Australian Lifeguard Service ARC – Australian Resuscitation Council ASC – Australian Sports Commission CPR – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation EMA – Emergency Management Australia EMG – Executive Management Group FACC – Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee HRS – Helicopter Rescue Service ILS – International Life Saving Federation IRB – Inflatable Rescue Boat JRB – Jet Rescue Boat RWC - Rescue Water Craft (aka jet ski/ Sea Doo) SSV – Side by Side Vehicle
Surf Life Saving Australia Ltd Level 1, 1 Notts Avenue, Bondi Beach, NSW 2026 Australia P.O. Box 7773, Bondi Beach, NSW 2026 Ph: +61 2 9215 8000 | Fax: +61 2 9215 8180 | Web: sls.com.au | Email: info@slsa.asn.au | ABN: 67 449 738 159 | ACN: 003 147 180 Limited additional copies of this annual report are available upon request from SLSA. This report is available online at sls.com.au/publications Images: Rob Palmer, Harvpix, Shane Daw
SURF LIFE S AVING AUS TR A LI A
Highlights 2021–22
8,916 FIRST AID TREATMENTS
1,634,223 PREVENTATIVE ACTIONS
81,364 3.8% GROWTH IN JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP
44,272 MEMBERS
VOLUNTEER HOURS ON PATROL
MEMBERS MEMBERSHIP GROWTH OVER 2021-22
5,598 MEDALLIONS
LEARNING
COURSES COMPLETED
250% INCREASE
OVER 2 YEARS
$35.7 MILLION CONTRIBUTIONS TO SURF LIFE SAVING ENTITIES