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Surf Life
Saving
Australia
ANNUAL REPORT
2009-2010

Contents
Section 1 – Surf Life Saving Australia – Review of operations 2
Section 2 – Governance 66
Section 3 – Financial statements 82
Section 4 – Awards and honours 108
Section 5 – Sport results 122
Section 6 – Statistical summaries 140
Section 7 – Surf Life Saving entities 162
Section 8 – Glossary of terms 167
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Australian
for life
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Surf Life Saving Australia
2009-10 overview 4
President’s foreword and CEO’s report 12
Lifesaving 24
Sport 32
Development 38
Viability and Reputation 44
Strategic Development 50
Surf Life Saving Foundation 56
Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service 60
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Highlights
Our key drivers:
• Growing lifesaving and emergency services capabilities.
• Enhancing knowledge/intelligence creation via research.
• Building smart, effective ICT systems.
• Growing sustainable and diversified revenues.
• Improving alignment, integration and delivery of ‘owning the beach’
strategies and programs.
• Enhancing and formalising SLSA’s peak authority status and reputation.
• Implementation of SLSA’s continuous improvement plan.
Our key successes in 2009/10:
• We performed 11,912 rescues, 53,799 first aid treatments and 658,397
preventative actions.
• We increased total membership numbers by 2% to over 153,000.
• We released the 33rd Edition of the Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue
Training Manual.
• We expanded public safety campaigns targeted at rip currents, rock
fishing, blackspots and international tourists and migrants.
• We increased competitor entries into the Australian Surf Life Saving
Championships, Coolangatta Gold and the Australian Pool Rescue
Championships.
• We had surf lifesaving recognised as a Tier One sport by the Australian
Sports Commission (ASC).
• We commenced a talent identification program with Australian Canoeing
and the ASC to develop SLS members in the sport of sprint kayaking.
• We adopted a National Research Agenda, appointed a National Research
Manager and formed a Research Advisory Committee.
• We commenced a revolutionary ICT project to improve the ICT systems
used by the entire SLS movement.
• We reached an in-principle agreement to integrate the fundraising
capacities of all national and state and territory SLS entities.
Our priorities in 2010/11:
• Continued focus on key strategic ‘drivers’.
• Development of a new Strategic Plan for the SLS movement.
• Continued implementation the findings of the Organisational
Effectiveness Review/Continuous Improvement Plan.
• Launching the new SLS brand.
• Completion and release of the ‘Economic Contribution of Surf Life Saving
in Australia’.
• Implement research activities in the areas of rip current safety
interventions, social capital of SLS, surf sport injury prevention and rock
fishing safety.
• Rolling out phase two of the ICT Project, and continuing to educate our
members about the new IT system.
• Further enhancements to SLSA’s Licensing and Retail Program, including
the launch of the new range of SLS branded sunscreen.
• Successfully relocate SLSA to our new offices and refurbish ‘Surf House’
at Bondi Beach.
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Key dates
2009
3-4 July BOLS meeting; BOSS meeting
16-26 July 2009 World Games, Taiwan
11 Aug NRHRS Board meeting/AGM
15-16 Aug AC meeting
20 Aug SRHRS Board meeting; FACC
meeting
27 -30 Aug SLSA Leaders Conference
7 Sep BOM meeting
25-27 Sept ILS Board meeting, Spain
15 Oct SRHRS Board meeting; FACC
meeting
18 Oct nib Coolangatta Gold 2009
19 Oct NRHRS Board meeting
23 Oct SLSA AGM; Rescue 2012 Board
meeting
24-25 Oct AC meeting
13-14 Nov BOSS meeting
14-15 Nov BOD meeting
24-25 Nov BOLSM meeting
25-26 Nov BOM meeting
28-29 Nov BOLS meeting
5-6 Dec 2009-10 KNG Series Trial
6 Dec ILS Asia Pacific Meeting, Sydney
7 Dec SRHRS Board meeting; FACC
meeting
8 Dec NRHRS Board meeting
26 – 27 Nov BOM meeting, Sydney
9 Dec NRHRS meeting, Lismore
2010-2011
20-22 Aug SLSA Administration Conference
21 Aug SLSA Awards of Excellence
23 Aug SLSA Special General Meeting;
Special AC meeting
17-19 Sept AC/SLSNZ joint Boards meeting
18-19 Sept 2010-11 KNG Series Trials
2-17 Oct Rescue 2010, Egypt
29 Oct SLSA AGM
7 Nov 2010 Coolangatta Gold
1-6 Feb International Surf Rescue
Challenge, NZ
2-10 Apr 2011 Australian Surf Life Saving
Championships
2010
16-17 Jan KNG Series Round 1-2
24-25 Jan 2010 Interstate Championships
5-6 Feb BOLS meeting
6-7 Feb KNG Series Round 3-4
13-14 Feb AC workshop
17-18 Feb BOM meeting
17-19 Feb 1st International Rip Currents
Symposium
21 Feb KNG Series Round 5
4 Mar SRHRS Board meeting; FACC
meeting
13 Mar Rescue 2012 Board meeting
14 Mar AC meeting
16-21 Mar 2010 Whereis® Australian Surf
Life Saving Championships
16-18 Apr 2010 Australian IRB
Championships
29 Apr National Research Committee
meeting
30 Apr SRHRS Board meeting; FACC
meeting
1-2 May BOD meeting
4 May BOSS teleconference
12 May BOLSM meeting
12-14 May 2nd Australian Water Safety
Conference
15-16 May BOLS meeting
19-20 May BOM meeting
5-6 Jun 2010 Australian Pool Rescue
Championships
15 Jun FACC teleconference
18 Jun SRHRS meeting
19-20 Jun AC meeting
25 June AC teleconference
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
2009-10 overview
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Surf Life Saving Australia
Snapshot
Surf Life Saving Australia Ltd (1)
2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 % Change
Revenue – sponsorship & grants ($,000) 16,919 18,308 17,075 -7
Revenue – total consolidated entity ($,000) 27,325 27,691 29,236 5
Expenditure – total consolidated entity 25,118 27,561 29,066 5
FTE employees – parent entity (i.e.SLSA) 36 38 44 16
Surf Life Saving in Australia
Membership
Number of male members 79,245 85,004 86,152 1
Number of female members 60,947 65,314 67,474 3
Total membership 140,192 150,318 153,626 2
Patrolling members 39,994 43,090 43,836 2
Number of junior members (Nippers) 52,313 56,338 58,632 4
Number of surf life saving clubs 306 306 306 0
Lifesaving
Coastal drowning deaths (2) 88 94 82 -13
Rescues performed by surf lifesavers 12,541 10,621 9,420 -11
Rescues performed by ALS lifeguards (3) 1,101 2,564 2,492 -3
First aid administered by surf lifesavers 21,407 21,844 35,416 62
First aid administered by ALS lifeguards (3) 5,696 12,772 18,383 44
Preventative actions undertaken by surf lifesavers 235,612 208,865 227,963 9
Preventative actions undertaken by ALS lifeguards (3) 211,317 454,090 430,434 -5
Education
Total SLSA awards 94,717 100,401 89,702 -11
% of junior members receiving SLSA awards 46% 65% 32% -51
Total qualifications 6,448 9,614 9,120 -5
Number of Cert II (Public Safety) qualifications issued
6,387 9,479 9,038 -5
(formerly Bronze Medallion)
Total units of competency 79,973 120,104 124,231 3
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Sport
2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 % Change
Number of competitors at Australian Surf Life Saving and
5,732 5,563 8,151 47
Masters Championships
Number of competitors at Coolangatta Gold 338 407 543 33
Number of competitors at Australian IRB Championships 517 576 492 -15
Number of competitors at Australian Pool Rescue Championships 176 146 230 58
National High Performance Squad nominations 74 115 116 1
Number of accredited officials 2,790 2,718 2,615 -4
Number of accredited coaches 1,141 1,884 1,987 5
Community
Number of Guardians of the Surf 14,109 16,066 17,874 11
Number of national donors 19,589 18,921 22,483 19
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
2009-10 overview
(1) Consolidated entity includes helicopter rescue services
(2) Source: National Coastal Safety Report
(3) Refers to services provided by Australian Lifeguard Services
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Who we are
Our profile
Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) is Australia’s major
water safety, drowning prevention and rescue
authority. We are the largest volunteer organisation
of our kind in the country. Our core activities are:
• Coastal safety and lifesaving (see page 24)
• Fitness and sport (see page 32)
• Member and organisational development
(see page 40).
Our history
Australia’s first volunteer surf life saving clubs
appeared on Sydney’s ocean beaches in 1907. By-laws
which had banned bathing in daylight hours since
the 1830s were gradually repealed between 1902
and 1905, in response to the increasing popularity
of surf-bathing, and a growing conviction that
bathing in appropriate clothing was not an immoral
act. The impact these changes had on local beach
culture was dramatic: beachgoers entered the surf
in rapidly escalating numbers. The surf was new to
most surf-bathers and many could not swim, so with
its increasing popularity came more drowning and
consequent attempts at rescue. By the summer of
1906-07, the population of Sydney was obsessed with
the question of the safety of the surf. It was in this
environment that surf life saving clubs first emerged,
their regular patrols a welcome relief to local
authorities and nervous bathers alike. On 18 October
1907, representatives from these clubs, together with
members of other interested groups, met to form
the Surf Bathing Association of New South Wales, the
organisation now known as Surf Life Saving Australia.
Our vision
To provide great beach experiences.
Our mission
To provide a safe beach and aquatic environment
throughout Australia.
Our driving forces
To save lives in the water.
To promote a healthy, inclusive, clean, family lifestyle.
How we fulfil our mission
Our total membership of more than 153,000 is
spread across 306 affiliated surf life saving clubs
(see page 164), and more than 60 ‘support operations’
– (motorised units of RWCs, RIBs, JRBs and ORBs – see
glossary). Of our 153,000 members, around 43,800
actively patrol our beaches and 58,000 are ‘nippers’
(junior surf lifesavers aged from 5 to 13). The majority
of our services are provided by surf lifesavers who
complete surf patrols in their own time – usually a
half-day patrol every three to four weeks during the
surf swimming season. We also operate the country’s
largest lifeguard service, contracting to local
government and other coastal land managers. In the
2009-10 season, our volunteer patrol members were
involved in 9,420 rescues, while our paid lifeguards
performed an additional 2,492 rescues.
Our stakeholders
It is estimated there are more than 100 million beach
visitations each year, making Australia’s beaches
and coastline the country’s largest and most popular
playground. Our principal stakeholders are therefore
those who use the Australian coastline, and those
who are directly or indirectly impacted by our actions.
We engage with our stakeholders in order to further
our goal of saving lives in the water. Within this
group, we have direct relationships with a number
of stakeholders – our members, our corporate and
government partners our supporters and donors and
our employees. We also have an indirect relationship
with the broader community and it is this group we
must influence in order to reduce the rate of coastal
drowning deaths.
Who are our stakeholders?
Internal
• Staff: The nature of our relationship with our staff
is described on page 79
• Our “owners”: Our state and territory centres
represent our members on the Australian Council.
We have regular contact with our owners through
board meetings and the other forums outlined in
the Boards and Committees section of this report.
Corporate Sector
• Corporate partners: We rely on a number of
corporate partners to fund the majority of our
programs, these partnerships are outlined on
page 48. Occasionally, we enter the market
seeking partners for new properties and programs.
Government Sector
• Australian Government departments and agencies:
We rely on support for many of our programs from
the following Australian Government departments
and agencies:
– Australian Sports Commission
– Department of Health and Ageing
– Department of Education, Employment and
Workplace Relations
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– Department of the Environment, Water,
Heritage and the Arts
– Tourism Australia
• Other levels of government: Our state centres
have direct relationships with state governments,
while our clubs liaise with their relevant local
government. On occasion, SLSA will form a
relationship with state and local governments on
particular activities, particularly when organising
sporting events.
• Parliamentarians: In order to strengthen our
reputation we engage in proactive advocacy with
elected members of parliament, particularly those
representing coastal seats.
Community
• Our members: We have a duty of care to protect
our members as they carry out their duties on
and off the beach. We are constantly developing
and improving our lines of communication with
our members through an integrated suite of
online platforms.
• Potential members: We depend on new recruits to
maintain and increase lifesaving services. We don’t
have a regular national recruitment campaign
targeting new members, and rely on media,
informal networks and the efforts of state centres
and clubs to attract new members.
• Potential donors: The Surf Life Saving
Foundation conducts a number of community
fundraising campaigns each year, see page 56
for specific information.
• Beach-going community: We communicate
with the community via a variety of different
programs and channels, including public
advertising campaigns and the distribution of
educational resources.
Funding
We are a charity and rely on our corporate partners
and the Australian Government to fund the majority
of our activities (see page 48). This income is
supplemented with royalties derived from trademark
licensing (that is, organisations pay us for the use
of our intellectual property, principally the red
and yellow cap, flags and patrol uniforms). A small
amount is also received from fees for competitions,
conferences and the like. SLSA is not an active
fundraiser, although from time to time we benefit
from unsolicited bequests and donations. Certain
subsidiary companies of ours do conduct community
fundraising appeals and the details of all of these
activities, including costs, are listed in our financial
statements. The Surf Life Saving Foundation (which
reports separately) actively conducts fundraising
around Australia on behalf of SLSA and our state
centres (see page 48 for details), while surf life saving
clubs also conduct their own fundraising activities.
To support their lifesaving activities our state
centres (which also report separately) are engaged in
commercial activities such as education, training and
the provision of contract lifeguard services to local
government and other land managers.
Statutory obligations and oversight
SLSA is a company limited by guarantee under the
Corporations Act 2001 (Commonwealth). The Surf
Life Saving Foundation operates under the charitable
fundraising legislation in each of the states and
territories it is registered (see page 48). SLSA and its
subsidiaries are also public benevolent institutions
under the NSW Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 (NSW).
Our strategies
The focus of our strategic management plan is to
develop the capacity and capability of the Surf Life
Saving movement to deliver quality services to
meet the growing needs of beach visitors and our
members. There are six strategic priorities which we
pursue to achieve our mission:
• Preventing deaths and injuries in the water.
• Delivering our peak body responsibilities.
• Leading a strong, viable national organisation.
• Building frontline capacity and capability.
• Contributing to a healthy nation.
• Supporting SLSA’s core objectives via enjoyable
and entertaining surf sports.
About this report
This is the annual report of SLSA Ltd. The surf
lifesaving movement is made up of almost 450
separate legal entities, ranging from state centres,
clubs, branches and support operations. The financial
accounts of these entities, whose relationship with
SLSA Ltd is further described on page 164, are not
consolidated here. However, the activities and
achievements of all Australia’s surf lifesavers are
consolidated and reported.
Notice of Annual General Meeting
Notice is given of the Annual General Meeting of
SLSA Ltd. The meeting will be held on Saturday
30 October, 2010, 2010 at Surf Life Saving Australia’s
new offices at 789 Botany Road, Rosebery NSW.
All SLSA members are welcome to attend.
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
2009-10 overview
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How we are
meeting our targets
Our Strategic Management Plan, Saving Lives in the Water 2007-2011 lists our priorities and the strategies and
tactics to achieve them. Our achievements against these targets are reported in detail from pages 12 to 55.
We have distilled the various strategies into seven key drivers, which, if achieved, will meet many of the goals
outlined in our strategic plan.
Our key drivers are:
• Growing lifesaving and emergency services capabilities.
• Enhancing knowledge/intelligence creation via research.
• Building smart, effective ICT systems.
• Growing sustainable and diversified revenues.
• Improving alignment, integration and delivery of ‘owning the beach’ strategies and program.
• Enhancing and formalising SLSA’s peak authority status and reputation.
• Implementation of SLSA’s continuous improvement plan.
The table below provides a ‘bird’s eye’ view of our progress.
Our key drivers 07-08 rating 08-09 rating 09-10 rating Our targets for
2010-11
Growing lifesaving and
emergency services capabilities
Enhancing knowledge/
intelligence creation via research
Building smart, effective ICT
systems
Growing sustainable and
diversified revenues
‘Owning the beach’ strategies
and programs
Enhancing and formalising
SLSA’s peak authority status
and reputation
Implementation of SLSA’s
continuous improvement plan
Amber Amber Amber Amber/Green
Amber Amber Amber/Green Green
Amber Amber Amber/Green Green
Amber Amber Amber Amber/Green
Amber Amber Amber/Green Green
N/A N/A Amber Amber/Green
N/A N/A Amber/Green Green
Colour Definition Action
Blue Satisfactorily completed Celebrate
Green Progressing satisfactorily/on track Continue
Amber Started but not progressing satisfactorily Focus
Red Will not be achieved without intervention Review
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2009-10 overview
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
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Achieving
for life
President's Foreword
& Chief Executive
Officer's Report
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President's Foreword
It is my pleasure to present the 2009-10 Annual
Report of Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) Ltd.
This will be the ninth and final annual report I
present as President of this wonderful and uniquely
Australian organisation.
It has been an extreme honour to head SLSA through
a period of unprecedented growth and development
and a privilege to be only the fifth elected voluntary
President of this highly respected organisation. As a
member of a seventh generation Australian family
it has been a very satisfying experience to be part
of the Surf Life Saving (SLS) movement and give
something back to the country I love so dearly and
to humanity.
This report illustrates the incredible workload of
the entire SLS movement of clubs, branches, state
centres and the national body, which has developed a
focused strategic direction to enable SLS to grow and
provide services appropriate for the 21st century.
Together with the CEO, Brett Williamson OAM
and the directors of SLSA, I commend to you this
comprehensive annual report which reflects on
another outstanding year for SLS in Australia.
Relevance through achievement
2009-10 has been incredibly demanding on the
organisation with numerous national projects
underway and considerable energy being absorbed
by important strategic and operational initiatives to
continue to build national capacity and capability
and at the same time, measure organisational
performance.
Like any business of the size and complexity of SLS,
reviews are necessary from time to time to ensure
that the organisation is performing as efficiently
and effectively as possible. During the past year an
Organisational Effectiveness Review was undertaken
to further clarify the separation between governance,
strategy and management as well as improving the
alignment of action across the entire organisation.
A number of necessary enhancements and a more
contemporary governance and management model
have been adopted to meet the organisation’s
unprecedented growth rate.
In addition to the Organisational Effectiveness
Review, the following points stand out as significant
achievements during 2009-10, which are reported on
in more detail throughout the report:
• Volunteers contributed 1.3 million patrol hours.
• Total membership grew to over 153,000.
• Revision of the SLSA Constitution and Regulations.
• Commencement of the national ICT project.
• Acquisition and renovation of new SLSA HQ at
Rosebery in Sydney.
• Establishment of a SLSA Research Committee.
• Development of a new national brand campaign.
• In-principle agreement with the states to establish
the Surf Life Saving Foundation nationally.
• Expansion of helicopter rescue services with
additional support from Westpac.
Australian Council
The Australian Council has again contributed
considerably to the further strategic development
and good governance of SLSA, with outstanding
support from very effective staff at national and state
offices. May I take this opportunity to particularly
thank the CEO Brett Williamson OAM and the
directors; John Fitzgerald OAM, Peter George AM,
Dave Thompson, Rick Wright OAM, Mike Martin, Ken
Bird OAM, Bob Creek, Greg Bird, Bill Jamieson ASFM,
Tony Haven and Mark Irwin for their commitment and
important contributions throughout 2009-10.
In 2009-10 a new Constitution was adopted which
will see a significant change to the governance of
SLSA going forward. Under the new Constitution
the directors appointed by the state centres will
constitute the “Council” and the SLSA “Board of
Directors” will be made up of the President, State
Appointed Directors, three Elected Directors and up
to a further two Independent Directors.
In 2009-10 David Thompson resigned from
his position as Director of Surf Sports and was
subsequently employed as the General Manager
of Sport. John Fitzgerald OAM will be completing
a lengthy term as the Director of Development at
the 2010 AGM. I would like to acknowledge the
considerable voluntary contribution to SLSA by both
these gentlemen and thank them for their personal
support and the many achievements they contributed
to. We welcomed Rick Wright OAM to the position of
Director of Surf Sports.
Organisational sustainability
SLSA adopted a financial management strategy this
past year that is aimed at diversification and growth,
as well as increased accountability to consolidate
the organisation’s long term sustainability and
increased capacity.
SLSA has managed to continue to work within budget
and while many important national projects could not
be adequately resourced during 2009-10, important
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priority projects have been maintained with the
financial assistance of the Australian Government,
our major partners and supporters. Given that we
experienced the most difficult economic period for
many years, SLSA has emerged with a pleasing result
through effective diversification of revenue and
prudent management.
International activities
SLSA’s contribution to international lifesaving and
global drowning prevention continued during 2009-10
with the roll-out of several aid programs, primarily in
the Asia Pacific region, thanks to the valued support
of the Kevin Weldon AM International Aid Program.
Currently, there is some level of SLSA activity or aid
being delivered in 25 countries. SLSA has adopted
a more coordinated approach to its aid programs
through the work undertaken by SLSA General
Manager of Strategic Development, Norm Farmer
ESM. This will give greater justification and substance
to aid provided, and look at the future sustainability
of these programs.
SLSA has also been selected to host the Lifesaving
World Championships in Adelaide in 2012, and the
2009-10 period saw a comprehensive plan developed
to deliver this event for the ILS.
Our partners and supporters
I take this opportunity to record SLSA’s sincere thanks
to all our partners, supporters and donors for their
generosity and valued assistance. Without your help,
SLS would not be the organisation it is today. Please
stay involved. I would also like to thank the Australian
Government, as well as the various state and local
governments around the country that contributed
to vital infrastructure, equipment and support
programs. My sincere thanks to the entire Australian
community for their support.
The Future
The future of the organisation is, in my opinion, wellplanned
and while there will be a need for further
change I am confident that the organisation will
continue to respond and adapt to meet any challenge.
The past year has recorded many achievements to
assist the next stage of the strategic revolution of SLS
in Australia. The organisation will need to consider
important strategic initiatives such as the Australian
Sports Academy, better pathways and opportunities
for youth, greater service capacity across 365 days
per year and to brand and behave like one national
organisation to achieve our potential.
Thank you
It has again been my absolute honour and
privilege to serve as the Honorary President of this
great Australian organisation. One of the great
achievements of my life has been to head this
organisation and be elected as the fifth President
of SLSA, as I reflect at the conclusion of a nine-year
term. Like most involved in SLS I am just a volunteer
surf lifesaver who has tried to make a difference.
While my role has been very demanding of my time
and resources, it would not be possible to undertake
the role without the support of the Australian Council
and the incredible output of the SLSA and state officers
and staff who have all been a privilege to work with.
The passionate and committed volunteer members
of SLS never cease to impress me wherever I have
travelled. Congratulations to all our members,
clubs, branches, states and the Northern Territory,
our subsidiary companies and all those throughout
Australia that support SLS. Also a special thank you
to all the boards and committees of SLSA for their
outstanding and dedicated work during 2009-10.
May I take this opportunity to pay a special tribute
to the elected directors, John Fitzgerald OAM, Peter
George AM, Dave Thompson and Rick Wright OAM
and our CEO who have carried the workload of SLSA
and the Australian Council efficiently and diligently. It
is these people who have provided the leadership and
direction to SLSA.
My personal thanks to CEO Brett Williamson OAM,
for his untiring professional support and commitment
to SLS and for his valuable advice and assistance to
me as President. It is always a pleasure to work with
people you respect and trust. In my time as President
I also worked with Greg Nance as CEO, who I also hold
in the highest regard.
The past nine years have been an incredible journey
for both SLSA and for me as President. I have made
myself available for the organisation every day for
nine years and only one person fully knows the
commitments and sacrifices that have been made.
May I record my deep appreciation to my wonderful
wife Susan for her untiring support of an old surf
lifesaver with a passion.
Thank you.
Ron Rankin AM
President
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
President’s Foreword & CEO’s Report
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CEO's Report
This report details the achievements of Surf Life
Saving Australia (SLSA) Ltd during 2009-10, drawing
together information from almost 450 entities within
the Surf Life Saving (SLS) movement. The majority
of these are separate legal entities and are required
to report on their performance elsewhere, however,
many of their activities are reported here to provide
a single point of reference for the performance of
SLS in Australia.
SLS has experienced continued growth in 2009-10,
with a 2% increase in membership nationally to
over 153,000. Significantly, there were growths in
male, female and junior memberships, indicating the
growing popularity of SLS across all demographics.
On the beach, SLS clubs and support operations
performed their services with outstanding success,
ensuring Australia’s largest and most popular
playground – our beaches – remain the safest in
the world.
SLSA has continued to fulfil its role as the peak
body for coastal safety in Australia, contributing to
a wide range of government reviews. We have also
maintained our standing as a world leader in coastal
safety, both through the International Life Saving
Federation (ILS) and directly with many national
lifesaving federations around the world.
2009-10 was also a year of grief for SLS in Australia. In
March 2010, Saxon Bird of Queenscliff SLSC tragically
passed away while competing at the Australian Surf
Life Saving Championships. Saxon was an extremely
talented athlete and committed surf lifesaver who
represented the very best of what the SLS movement
is about. Our thoughts will always remain with
Saxon’s family, friends, and the Queenscliff SLSC.
Non-financial performance
Performance management
In May 2007, SLSA adopted a strategic management
plan – Saving Lives in the Water 2007-11. This plan
provides a platform for the strategic development and
operational delivery for SLSA and states. Performance
management against this plan is critical to ensure
that resources are being allocated based on priorities
and needs. To assist the Australian Council (AC) and
management, a regular reporting cycle has been
developed which allows for the monitoring of progress
and success, and the early identification of areas that
require attention. Following the presentation of the
‘report card’ to the AC in March 2010, a series of ‘key
drivers’ were confirmed that, when delivered, will have
an enabling effect on many of the strategies identified
in the plan. The key drivers are:
• Growing lifesaving and emergency services
capabilities.
• Enhancing knowledge/intelligence creation via
research.
• Building smart, effective ICT systems.
• Growing sustainable and diversified revenues.
• Improving alignment, integration and delivery of
‘owning the beach’ strategies and programs.
• Enhancing and formalising SLSA’s peak authority
status and reputation.
• Implementation of SLSA’s continuous
improvement plan.
Performance against key drivers
Growing lifesaving and emergency services
capabilities.
In 2009-10, we once again focused on the delivery
of the SLSA Total Service Plan, with an overarching
strategy to educate all Australians about rip currents
and to reinforce the message, “Swim between
the Red and Yellow flags”. Two targeted programs
focussing on rock fishers and international tourists
and migrants have also been developed, while local
drowning interventions continued to be funded
under the SLSA Black Spot Program.
As a member of the Australian Water Safety
Council (AWSC), SLSA was a key contributor to the
2010 Australian Water Safety Conference, which
provided a unique opportunity to present our latest
initiatives on drowning prevention and research to
an audience of key water safety stakeholders. SLSA is
committed to working in collaboration with other key
water safety organisations to ensure the drowning
toll decreases.
Enhancing knowledge via research.
2009-10 has seen the adoption of the National
Research Agenda by the AC. This has resulted in
the creation of a Research Advisory Committee,
consisting of a number of esteemed researchers from
a range of research disciplines, and the engagement
of a National Research Manager. This committee
will facilitate the expansion and coordination
of SLSA research activities, to underpin SLSA’s
philosophy of evidence-based practice and fostering
innovation. Towards the end of the financial year,
research projects were reaching finalisation with the
University of New South Wales and the University of
Technology, Sydney.
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Building smart, effective ICT systems.
SLSA’s revolutionary ICT Project, aimed at improving
the ICT systems used by SLS members and staff
nationally has made significant progress in 2009-
10. In August 2009, $4.4m in funding was gratefully
received from the Department of Health and Ageing,
contributing significantly to the overall cost of this
project. The project has been separated into three
sub-phases, with the project due for completion in
June 2012. Significantly, Sub-Phase 1 was completed
in June 2010.
Growing sustainable and diversified
revenues.
Following discussions between SLSA, the Surf
Life Saving Foundation (SLSF) and state centre
representatives, agreement has been reached to
establish a national fundraising foundation. Our
retail program was also expanded during the year
and we will be launching a new range of SLS branded
sunscreen later in 2010. Work on redefining our retail
and licensing programs continued.
Improving alignment, integration and
delivery of ‘owning the beach’ strategies
and programs.
To ensure SLSA continues to grow as an organisation,
we undertook a major survey of SLS members in
2009-10 to better understand our brand, and how
we can better service our membership. The ‘Can Do’
member survey received over 1,000 suggestions and
nearly 7,500 votes from members across Australia.
The results from the survey were released in 2010
and identified areas in which our members thought
we could improve. SLSA is now working to improve
our operations and ensure that we respond to the
needs of our membership.
Enhancing and formalising SLSA’s peak
authority status and reputation.
SLSA and state centres continued to provide
substantive submissions to all levels of government
on a diverse range of topics including coastal safety,
emergency services, sport, education, taxation,
climate change and intellectual property. Quarterly
BeachSafe newsletters were also issued and the
annual National Coastal Safety Report was produced
to identify trends in coastal drowning deaths.
Implementation of SLSA’s continuous
improvement plan.
SLSA commissioned the Barrington Consulting Group
to complete an Organisational Effectiveness Review
of SLSA during 2009-10, resulting in some forty
recommendations across governance, strategy and
management. A Continuous Improvement Plan (CIP)
was subsequently developed to progress the issues
arising from the review. Many key elements of the
CIP such as revising the SLSA constitution, regulations
and governance policy were advanced considerably
during 2009-10.
Financial performance
2008-09 was a difficult year for all organisations
around the world as a result of the Global Financial
Crisis (GFC), and while the Australian economy
enjoyed a year of growth during 2009-10,
organisations such as SLSA still faced challenges.
Despite this, SLSA’s corporate and government
support continued to grow, which allowed SLSA to
again record a reasonable financial position at the
end of the financial year. At 30 June 2010, the parent
entity, SLSA Ltd had net assets of $6,645,279 with
a current ratio of 1.41, still well above the industry
benchmark of 1.00.
As reported in the 2008-09 annual report, the board
elected to purchase a new building at Rosebery in
Sydney during the year. This was made possible due
to the financial position of the organisation at the end
of 2008-09. This change in SLSA’s holding of assets
has been the predominant reason for the reduction
in the SLSA current ratio from 2.03 at the end of
2008/09. SLSA will move into the new premises in
October 2010.
Community and Corporate Support
We have maintained strong relationships with our
three major partners Westpac, DHL and Telstra
throughout 2009-10. Westpac announced an increase
of almost $2 million per year to SLS’s Helicopter
Rescue Services to help extend its presence in high
risk areas around Australia. Telstra extended its
naming rights support of the Telstra Beach to Bush
program, which will provide surf safety advice and
education to over 40,000 children. And thanks to
DHL, every patrolling surf lifesaver in Australia had
access to a new uniform. We are extremely grateful
for the support of all our corporate supporters.
We have also seen a significant growth in the number
community donors to the Surf Life Saving Foundation
in 2009-10, demonstrating the importance of SLS
to the general public. Significantly, an agreement,
in principle, has been reached to get serious about
building the fundraising capacities of all National and
State and Territory SLS entities, through a national
Surf Life Saving Foundation.
It is appropriate to acknowledge Surf Life Saving
Queensland’s foresight in establishing the statebased
Foundation originally and for providing
the confidence to SLSA and states to evolve the
Foundation into a national entity. A formal decision
on the creation of a national Surf Life Saving
Foundation will be made in 2010-11. As a reflection
of confidence in the proposition, SLSA has agreed to
guarantee financial returns to the states for the first
three years.
Government support
The Australian Government has continued to be
a major supporter of SLSA with increased funding
throughout 2009-10. The government’s support of
water safety initiatives continued via the Recreation
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and Safety Program and the Saving Lives in the Water
initiative. This funding is vital to the services that SLS
provides and is greatly appreciated. The challenge
is to ensure that this funding increases to match the
demand placed on this organisation to deliver the
range of priorities which remain unfunded.
In the 2010 Federal Government budget, the
Government announced a significant injection of
funds into Australian sport. As a result, SLSA were
asked to lodge a submission to the Australian
Sports Commission, requesting access to additional
resources to support the growth of sport. SLSA
received advice that it will receive a significant boost
in its High Performance funding to assist in growing
our elite pathways.
Appointments and retirements
of directors
During 2009-10, David Thompson submitted his
resignation as the Director of Surf Sports for SLSA,
effective 7 May 2010, with Rick Wright OAM being
appointed to this role on 8 May 2010. SLSA thanks
David for his significant contribution during his time
as a director, and can be assured that he will continue
to contribute to the organisation in his role as a
member of staff.
At the 2010 SLSA Annual General Meeting, SLSA
will also see the resignation of two long standing
directors. Ron Rankin AM will retire as the SLSA
President, a position he has held since 2001, and John
Fitzgerald OAM will retire as the SLSA Director of
Development, a position he has held since 2002. Both
of these men have made significant contributions to
SLSA over many years. We would like to thank both
Ron and John for their contributions.
Organisational outlook
2009-10 has been positive for SLSA across all major
financial and non-financial indicators. These results
have been a credit to all involved and representative
of the ‘Can Do’ attitude of everyone at SLSA, and the
entire SLS movement.
SLSA will continue to face significant challenges in
2010-11 and we will endeavour to maintain these
positive growth indicators and work towards reaching
our strategic objectives. The major focuses in 2010-11
will be:
1. Continued focus on key strategic ‘drivers’.
2. Development of a new Strategic Plan for the SLS
movement.
3. Continued implementation of the findings from
the Organisational Effectiveness Review and CIP.
4. Launching the new SLS brand.
5. Completion and release of the report ‘Economic
Contribution of Surf Life Saving in Australia’.
6. Implementation of a number of wide-ranging
research activities.
7. Extending public education campaigns.
8. Rolling out phase two of the ICT Project.
9. Further enhancements to SLSA’s Licensing and
Retail Program, including the launch of the new
range of SLS branded sunscreen.
10. Successfully relocate SLSA to our new offices and
refurbish ‘Surf House’ at Bondi Beach.
Conclusion
The achievements recorded in this report have not
happened overnight; rather they are a result of years
of investment in planning, setting stretch targets,
performance managing and living a ‘Can do’ attitude.
I join with President Ron in sincerely thanking all who
directly and indirectly have contributed to helping
SLS save lives and make a difference, on and off the
beaches. I particularly record my appreciation to my
national and state management colleagues for their
valued input and co-operation.
Every member, officer, supporter, corporate partner,
supplier and staff member reading this report
should take a brief moment to reflect with pride and
satisfaction on your personal contribution to helping
the SLS movement make a difference during 2009-10.
To SLSA President Ron, who is not seeking re-election
at the next AGM, I thank you for the absolutely
amazing dedication throughout your nine years as
our national President. Ron has provided remarkably
strong and dynamic leadership to Surf Life Saving. He
truly epitomizes the ‘Can do’ spirit of our movement.
It has been a privilege to share your passion, energy
and friendship. Ron’s recognition as a 2010 Australian
of the Year award winner is a fitting tribute to his
contribution, not only to Surf Life Saving, but also
to Australia.
SLSA’s goals for the future are high, but so is our
determination to succeed in our efforts to eliminate
preventable coastal drowning deaths.
Brett Williamson OAM
Chief Executive Officer
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Ron Rankin AM
Australian for life
‘When becoming President in 2001,
I did so not with the intention of reaching
a personal goal but more so with the
intention of making a difference for the
future sustainability of the organisation
I so much admire.’
Ron Rankin AM
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Governance
Scorecard
Priority
Delivering our peak body responsibilities by establishing, advocating and securing international best practice
water safety standards, practices and systems for national beach safety and lifesaving services
Strategy
Proactively develop and maintain world leading best practice standards
Tactic 08-09
rating
Engage with
government & industry
& organisations.
09-10
rating
Our priorities as
identified in last
year’s annual
report
Green Green Focus on election
platforms for 2010
campaign.
Outcomes
in 2009-10
- Retained Saving Lives
in the Water funding
from the Australian
Government.
- Considerable
government engagement
maintained, with a focus
on the 2010 Federal
Election.
- Submissions lodged in
response to numerous
government inquiries on
issues such as: not for
profit; climate change;
taxation; education;
sport; emergency
management; new
media.
- SLSA representation
on industry forums
continuing, eg: ARC,
AustSwim, AWSC, PSTF,
AEMVF, Community
Council of Australia.
- Participation in the
formation of a compact
between the Australian
Government and the
Not-For-Profit sector.
Strategy – Pursue compliance with SLSA policies, systems and standards
Maintain and extend
government approvals/
recognition.
Extend legislative
recognition for SLSA
policies and practices.
Green Green Refine ACPSG with
further government
and industry
consultation.
Amber Amber Continued engagement
with Australian
Government.
- Draft 2 Version of ACPSG
produced.
- All government approvals
maintained eg water
safety funding, sport,
RTO.
- Formal legislative
recognition still on the
agenda for government
engagement – targeted
at national standards and
SLSA IP protection.
Priorities
for 2010-11
Elevate engagement
with MP’s and industry
leaders.
Upgrade CRM database
to facilitate stakeholder
engagement.
Actively promote
ACPSG
Continue efforts to
gain formal recognition
of SLSA standards as
national benchmark
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Priority
Leading and supporting a strong, unified, sustainable and viable national organisation
Strategy
Lead responsibly, ethically and transparently
Tactic 08-09
rating
Set a clear strategic
direction for SLSA.
09-10
rating
Our priorities as
identified in last
year’s annual
report
Green Green Implement findings
of organisational
effectiveness review.
Effective governance. Amber Green Implement findings
of organisational
effectiveness review.
Accountability for
performance.
Succession planning
in place.
Green Green Implement findings
of organisational
effectiveness review.
Amber Amber Implement findings
of organisational
effectiveness review.
Outcomes
in 2009-10
- Strategic Management
Plan maintained.
- Organisational
Effectiveness Review
completed addressing
the delivery of the SLSA
Strategic Plan. Positive
results, noting improved
alignment of states’
plans with the SMP.
- Detailed report cards
delivered to the AC and
used to prioritise the
forward year’s budget.
- Final Organisational
Effectiveness Review
delivered to SLSA in
November 2009.
- Development of a
Continuous Improvement
Program to implement
a range of agreed
outcomes from the
review.
- Review, redrafting and
adoption of a new SLSA
Constitution and revised
Governance Policy.
- Organisational
performance report
cards produced by SLSA,
with input from states,
and reviewed by BOM
and AC.
- Succession planning
incorporated into
Continuous Improvement
Plan and Governance
Policy.
Strategy – Behave and deliver as a strong, focussed and unified organisation
Proactively engage with
internal stakeholders.
Green Green Implement findings
of organisational
effectiveness review.
- Formal communications
via combined Boards
meeting in July 09.
- Numerous mediums
were used to
communicate with
stakeholders.
- Several internal surveys
conducted in relation
to organisational
improvement, including
the ‘Can Do’ member
survey.
Priorities
for 2010-11
Develop new Strategic
Plan 2011-2015,
through an extensive
socialisation process.
Implement Continuous
Improvement Plan.
Streamline
organisational
performance reports.
Implement Continuous
Improvement Plan.
Develop consultation
policy and processes to
enhance stakeholder
engagement.
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Shared vision and unity
of purpose.
Delivering as a national
organisation.
Green Green Implement findings
of organisational
effectiveness review.
Green Green Implement findings
of organisational
effectiveness review.
Strategy – Effective and efficient management
Quality management
support systems.
Support and develop
talented, motivated
staff.
Continuous
improvement of
systems.
Amber Green Organisational
effectiveness review
will focus on alignment
of roles, responsibilities
and authorities.
Amber Amber Implementation of HR
systems and strategies
for SLSA.
Green Green Roll out of Phases 1 & 2
of ICT system upgrade.
- Medium to high
levels of alignment of
plans acknowledged
by in Organisational
Effectiveness Review.
- Brand strategy
development at
advanced stage. Phase
1 ‘Can Do’ strategy
rolled‐out.
- AC/BOM Business Arising
Matrix maintained. No
disputes have been
received from Boards’
decisions in 09/10.
- Organisational
performance report
cards maintained
and strategic drivers
identified.
- Organisational
effectiveness
review delivered,
recommending further
alignment of effort.
- Maintained SLSA
and subsidiaries
ASIC compliance
requirements.
- Annual organisational
performance report card
produced and analysed.
- AC/BOM Business Matrix
is reviewed regularly and
action items monitored.
- Phase 1 of the national
ICT project completed.
- The improved staff
turnover rates from
08/09 remained, with the
09/10 figure at 34%.
- New Enterprise
Agreement approved
by staff.
- Standardised and
centralised recruitment
and induction systems
strengthened.
- Individual and
group professional
development programs
maintained.
- Phase 1 of ICT Project
successfully completed.
Phase 2 progressing well.
- Other systems
developed/enhanced in
09/10 include: Lifeguard
Network, Lifesaving
Online, Payment
Gateway, Surfcom
Management.
Ensure broad
socialisation process
in the development of
next strategic plan.
Further clarify roles
and responsibilities,
and take a brutal attack
on reducing duplication.
Progress actions arising
from internal ‘Can Do’
Survey.
Complete and
implement Phase 2
of the National ICT
project.
Further enhancements
to HR systems and
strategies.
Completion and
implementation of
Phase 2 of ICT system.
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Excellent ‘customer’
service.
Amber Amber Implementation of
findings of reviews.
Strategy – Build our sustainability and viability
Sound financial
management systems.
Grow reliable and
diversified revenue
streams.
Risk management –
people and assets.
Amber Amber Use of new accounting
software as
management tool.
Amber Amber Explore options to
further diversify SLSA
revenues.
Amber Green Progression of SLSA risk
management strategy.
- Online surveys to
assist organisational
effectiveness, brand
and online reviews
completed.
- Results from the ‘Can
Do’ member survey
beginning to be
implemented, eg: ICT
Project.
- Further enhancements
made to accounting
systems, including
considerable work to
incorporate automated
processing and retail
(shop) functions.
- Long term Financial
Management strategy
adopted.
- Significant progress
on establishment of
a national foundation.
- Review of retail and
licensing programs.
- Revision of Risk
Management strategy
and Risk Matrix.
Define Customer
Service Charter for
SLSA and States.
Improve timeliness
and format of financial
reports.
Confirm national Surf
Life Saving Foundation
and Board Members.
Finalise revised risk
management strategy.
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Priority
Building frontline capacity by developing leadership, management and operational support
Strategy
Using leading edge technologies for effective information communication systems
Tactic 08-09
rating
Secure funding for
world-class IT systems.
Establish central data
management system.
09-10
rating
Our priorities as
identified in last
year’s annual
report
Green Green Source government,
corporate and internal
revenue.
Amber Green Complete Phase 1 of
National ICT project.
Outcomes
in 2009-10
- Government funding
secured in 2009.
- Internal budget
allocations made.
- Phase 1 of ICT Project
successfully completed,
and training of staff
underway. Phase 2
progressing well.
Strategy – Use leading edge technologies for effective administration & management
Streamline
e-administration and
e-learning.
Amber Green Roll out of Phases 1 & 2
of ICT system upgrade.
- Lifesaving Online for
membership renewals
and joining, awards,
rosters and patrol
records, working and
integrated.
- E-learning portion of
LSO now integrated with
Pulse e-learning system.
- Phase one of ICT
Project successfully
completed. Phase two
progressing well.
Priorities
for 2010-11
Ensure minimal scope
and budget creep by
focussing on priorities.
Roll out Phase 2 of
national ICT project.
Maintain and develop
ICT systems.
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Helping
for life
Lifesaving
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Lifesaving
Overview
Surf Life Saving Australia’s mission is to provide a safe beach and aquatic
environment throughout Australia. In 2009/10, Our lifesaving programs
have once again focused on the delivery of the SLSA Total Service Plan,
with an overarching strategy to educate all Australians about rip currents
and to reinforce the message, “Swim between the Red and Yellow flags”.
Two targeted programs focussing on rock fishers and international tourists
and migrants have also been extended, while local interventions continue
to be funded under the SLSA Black Spot Program.
These programs formed a key part of the agenda at the 2010 Australian
Water Safety Conference held in May 2010. The Conference provided
SLSA with an opportunity to present our latest initiatives in coastal risk
assessment, drowning prevention and research to an audience of key
water safety stakeholders.
2009/10 also saw the review of several Lifesaving manuals and awards.
The 33rd Edition of the Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue Training Manual
was launched at the start of the season; preparation also began for
transition to the Advanced Resuscitation Techniques (ART) Award to meet
the new ART Unit of Competency. Development of the 7th Edition of the
Powercraft Manual and the Silver Medallion Advanced First Aid was also
key priority during the season.
The Australian Lifesaving Academy and the Australian Lifeguard Service
(ALS) have again shown good growth and strong community education
and prevention statistics. The ALS continues to strengthen partnerships
with local governments and likeminded agencies throughout Australia,
ensuring the efficient delivery of quality services to its stakeholders.
The National Lifeguard Committee is committed to aligning resources
and systems between state operations, which this year saw the launch
of a centralised online job advertising and application system.
External Influences
• People still access, swim and drown on unpatrolled beaches while
participating in aquatic and coastal activity.
• Greater expansion of coastal communities, greater accessibility to
coastal areas and ongoing risk taking behaviour.
Peter George AM
Director of Lifesaving
Peter Agnew
General Manager, Operations
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Lifesaving Snapshot
Surf Life Saving’s centralised emergency
response system
Surf Life Saving’s centralised emergency contact
number continues to expand and improve in quality,
and has saved many lives since its inception. During
2009/10, the service saved at least 87 lives in New
South Wales alone and will continue to save lives into
the future across Australia.
The service allows for more effective integration
with emergency service organisations by providing
one number for tasking agencies (such as the police)
to provide access to lifesaving services. The system
replaces the traditional method of agencies having to
rely on localised, and sometimes outdated, Surf Life
Saving contacts during time critical incidents.
A key feature of the system is the enhanced callout
capability of Surf Life Saving, with a number of
dedicated Duty Officers and Surfcoms based around
the country to respond 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The service is now fully operational in Queensland,
New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and the
Northern Territory.
Rock Fishing
Surf Life Saving, together with industry partners
including the Australian National Sportfishing
Association and the Australian Recreational and Sport
Fishing Confederation, has developed a national rock
fishing safety strategy to address ongoing rock fishing
fatalities on the Australian coastline.
This strategy addresses the cultural and language
barriers encountered with high-risk demographics,
the safety attitudes of these demographics at
high‐risk locations and a comprehensive review of
national rock fishing deaths and non-fatal injuries.
A national campaign was launched in November
2009, which included a new public safety advertising
program; multi-lingual educational resources;
community workshops and additional public rescue
equipment installed at popular rock fishing locations.
With rock fishing related drowning deaths still on
the rise, the need to expand this program is crucial.
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Lifesaving
Scorecard
Priority
Delivering our peak body responsibilities by establishing, advocating and securing international best practice
water safety standards, practices and systems for national beach safety and lifesaving services.
Strategy
Proactively develop and maintain world leading best practice standards.
Tactic
Status
08/09
Status
09/10
Our priorities as
identified in last
year’s annual
report
Outcomes in
2009-10
Comment on
how we met/
did not meet
priorities
Priorities
for 2010-11
Monitor national and
international water
safety developments.
Green Green Attendance
at targeted
conferences
and regular
communication
with partners.
Australian
Lifeguard Network
developed.
Participation in
several national
and international
conferences
including 1st
International
Rip Symposium
along with three
editions of
Beachsafe News
circulated.
Commitments
in this area have
been met.
Attendance and key
presenter at the
World Conference
on Drowning
Prevention 2011.
Planning underway
for hosting 2nd
International Rip
Symposium.
Produce ‘best
practice’ policies /
protocols.
Green Green Continue with
review and industry
consultation for
ACPSG.
Version Two of
the Australian
Coastal Public
Safety Guidelines
developed. Policy
review underway.
Commitments
in this area have
been met.
Rationalisation
of current policy
framework and
development of
a more defined
policy structure.
Strengthen our reputation via proactive advocacy
Communicate SLSA
policies, reports.
Green Green Targeting specific
stakeholders with
more relevant
communications.
Three editions
of Beachsafe
newsletter
published and
distributed.
Successful
development
and launch of
National Coastal
Safety Report.
Commitments
in this area have
been met.
Develop and
implement a
successful launch
and media strategy
for the all cultures
campaign.
Produce a highquality
National
Coastal Safety
Report. Review
and improve
Beachsafe to ensure
it reaches the
desired audience.
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Publish authoritative
reports, issues
papers.
Participate in forums
to promote SLSA
standards.
Provide expert
advice on surf/beach
safety issues and
systems.
Amber Green Increased number
of submissions to
relevant inquiries,
and evidencebased
papers.
Green Green Attendance at
conferences in WA,
NSW and QLD.
Green Green Ongoing technology
research with IT
partners.
Submissions
provided
to several
government
inquiries and
evidence based
papers submitted
to several
conferences.
Conferences
attended.
Rapid Map Risk
Assessment
technology
developed.
Develop and build an SLSA ‘accreditation scheme’ for beach safety and services
Develop an
accreditation criteria
and system.
Amber Amber Finalise
accreditation
criteria.
Pilot system to
assess fitness for
purpose and client
acceptance.
Implement the
system through
business and
marketing plans.
Pursue innovation via research and development
World class research
and development
programs.
Introduce
improvements based
on R&D.
Red Amber New guidelines
to be successfully
adopted.
Green Green Proactively seek
new equipment for
assessment.
Pursue compliance with SLSA policies, systems and standards
Maintain and
extend government
approvals/
recognition.
Extend legislative
recognition for
SLSA policies and
practices.
Amber Amber Leverage and
develop ACPSG
with government
stakeholders.
Red Red Pursue options for
IP protection.
No further action
taken in this area.
Research agenda
and guidelines
adopted and
research advisory
committee
established.
IRB Review
conducted and
six new items
of equipment
approved for
SLS use.
Government
accreditations
met and funding
commitments
maintained.
Limited outcomes
achieved.
Exploit SLSA’s status as preferred supplier for lifeguard training and services
Produce high
quality training for
lifeguards.
Promote benefits
of ALS.
Green Green Confirm framework
that is industry
tested and
recognised.
Green Green Evolution of ALS
brand to reach
employees,
potential employees
and external
stakeholders.
Three network
newsletters
delivered.
SLSA is providing
stronger
evidenced-based
material.
Commitments
in this area have
been met.
Commitments
in this area have
been met.
This commitment
has not been
met as priority
attention given
to coastal public
risk management
tools and
resources.
Appropriate
resources have
been allocated to
the initiation of
the R&D agenda.
Ongoing
improvements
introduced.
Current
commitments
met.
Not yet been met.
Current
commitments
met.
Targeted submission
submissions based
on key strategic
priorities.
Participate in key
programs and
World Conference
on Drowning
Prevention 2011.
Roll out of Rapid
Map technology to
state audit units.
To be reviewed for
inclusion within
the strategic plan
going forward.
Ongoing gear and
equipment R&D to
continue, with three
formal R&D projects
to be undertaken.
The development
of standardised
IRB specifications
a key priority.
Pursue additional
services, education
and blackspot
funding.
Ongoing
development work.
Produce industry
magazine.
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Preventing deaths and injuries in the water by facilitation of the provision of quality beach and aquatic safety,
lifesaving and preventative education
Deliver world class quality lifesaving services and systems
Continuous
improvement in
delivery of lifesaving
services.
Improved facilities,
gear and system.
Amber Green Continued auditing
of lifesaving service
delivery and service
agreements
Green Green Reissue patrol
uniforms to all
patrolling members.
Facilitate smart lifesaving services and systems
Develop lifesaving
plans.
Effective
coordination and
delivery systems.
Extend lifesaving
services
Prioritise improved
lifesaving services.
Green Green Launch of rips,
rock fishing and all
cultures initiatives
and associated
campaigns.
Revision of the
Total Service Plan
to incorporate
updated data.
Distribution of
tsunami resources.
Green Green Roll out of new
management
system.
Amber Green Develop Blackspot
Program
Green Green Finalise coastal risk
assessment matrix
to enhance plan.
States provided
service
agreements
Patrol uniforms
issued across
organisation.
Year one of rip
campaigns and
rock fishing
campaign
conducted along
with launch of
all cultures trial
program.
Total Service Plan
reviewed and
updated.
Tsunami resources
distributed.
SurfCom
management
system rolled out
in most states.
Blackspot
program
developed and
funding allocated
to state projects.
Technology
development near
complete and
Risk Assessment
Course conducted.
Foster the delivery of effective, high-quality training and assessing
Identify and
prioritise training
needs.
High quality training
resources and
systems.
Increase trainer and
assessor support.
Green Green Rollout of
Certificate III
in Public Safety
(Aquatic Search
and Rescue).
Develop prioritised
resources.
Completion of
Version Eight of
the Public Safety
Training Package
developed
addressing
competency gaps
in SLSA award
structure.
Green Green internal audit and 33rd Edition
related continuous
improvement.
Public Safety
and Aquatic
Rescue Manual
Launched. IRB
Manual and ART/
Spinal resources
developed for
2010/11 season.
Green Amber New support
resources
delivered for
new awards. No
network activity
conducted.
Current
commitments
met.
Current
commitments
met.
This commitment
has not been met.
Ongoing
development
required.
Ongoing
commitment.
Ongoing
commitment
however extra
funding required.
This commitment
has been met.
This commitment
has been met.
This commitment
has been partially
met.
Ongoing
improvement
development.
Review of gear
and equipment
specification in line
with policy review.
Year two of
campaigns to be
delivered and
evaluated.
Several outstanding
development areas
still required to be
complete.
Extend Blackspot
Program to
identified priorities.
Several funding
applications
submitted to assess
key priority areas
along Australian
coastline.
Development
of Version Eight
programs.
Review of BM
support resources
Development of
Aquatic Rescue
Award, review
and update Beach
Management in
Certificate IV.
Development of TED
units for trainers
and assessors.
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Prevent deaths and injuries via proactive intervention
Intervention and
rectification plans.
Ongoing beach
safety education.
Targeted education
programs to ‘high
risk’ groups.
Green Green Launch of the Rips,
Rock Fishing and All
Cultures initiatives
and associated
campaigns.
Green Green Launch of the rips,
rock fishing and all
cultures initiatives
and associated
campaigns.
Continued industry
engagement in
the development
of generic beach
safety resources
including fact
sheets.
Green Green Launch of the rips,
rock fishing and all
cultures initiatives
and associated
campaigns
Programs
launched and
conducted.
Programs
launched and
conducted.
Programs
launched and
conducted.
This commitment
has been met.
This commitment
has been met.
This commitment
has been met.
Year two of
campaigns to be
delivered and
evaluated.
Year two of
campaigns to be
delivered and
evaluated.
National Public
Education
Committee to
be formed to
co-ordinate
organisation
programs.
Year two of
campaigns to be
delivered and
evaluated.
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Lifesaving
31

Participating
for life
Sport
33

Sport
Overview
2009/10 was another hectic year for Sport with a number of milestones and
objectives achieved under the direction of the Board of Surf Sports (BOSS),
with the assistance and support of our state surf sport counterparts and
dedicated volunteer members.
In a major boost to surf sports, the Australian Sports Commission (ASC)
recognised surf lifesaving as a Tier One sport – one of only two non-
Olympic sports recognised in this category. The elevation to Tier One
status has contributed significantly to surf lifesaving being identified as a
“priority” for additional High Performance funding that was made available
as part of the Australian Government’s response to the Crawford Report,
released in November 2009. In another significant achievement, the ASC
officially recognised SLSA Officials and Coaches Courses as accredited
courses and programs.
In the surf sports arena, we experienced another strong season of
competition, with increased entry numbers in the nib Coolangatta Gold,
the Whereis® Australian Surf Life Saving Championships and the Australian
Pool Rescue Championships. The Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Ironman Series was
another resounding success, with some spectacular racing ensuring this was
one of the most exciting series on record.
While we acknowledge the great sporting efforts of thousands of surf
lifesavers, 2010 was also a time of mourning among the surf sports
community. On March 19 Saxon Bird tragically lost his life while competing
at the 2010 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships. Saxon, a former
U19 NSW Ironman Champion, was an extremely talented athlete and surf
lifesaver, who will be greatly missed. Our thoughts remain with his family,
friends and Queenscliff club mates.
Internationally, the Australian Surf Life Saving team continued their
dominance in lifesaving competition by winning the 2009 World Games
in Kaoshing, Chinese Taipei.
External Influences
• Television programming and competition with other iconic Australian
summer sports.
• Impact of the Global Financial Crisis on clubs’ ability to recruit and
retain sponsors, and on members to spend disposable income on
surf sports.
• The release of the Crawford Report and the Australian Government’s
response creating additional funding opportunities.
Rick Wright OAM
Director of Surf Sports
Dave Thompson
General Manager, Sport
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Sport Snapshot
National Surf and Kayak Talent
Identification Program
The relationship between ski paddling and kayak
paddling has a long history in Australia. Most
members of every Australian Olympic Kayak
Team have either come from a surf lifesaving
background, or have gone into surf lifesaving as
a progression from kayak paddling.
To capitalise on this relationship SLSA, Australian
Canoeing, and the National Talent Identification
and Development (NTISD) unit of the ASC entered
into a groundbreaking agreement to identify SLS
members with the potential to excel in Sprint
Kayaking and fast track their development
in this sport.
The National Surf to Kayak Program (NSKP) aims
to develop a surf-club-based approach where
the bulk of the development work is conducted
“in‐house”. Surf coaches and clubs are then
recognised for the excellent development work
they are doing through a reciprocal benefits
program that includes access to sport science
testing, elite kayak coaches and resources.
Currently a pilot program is being run on the
Gold Coast. Once the success of this program
has been established, the intention is to work
towards a national roll-out of the program.
As a result of the pilot program, NSKP squad
members won 18 medals at the Australian
Canoeing Championships, with Joel Simpson
gaining selection in Australian Canoeing’s
National Senior Squad and Jordan Wood selected
in the Olympic Hopes Team.
Message from the Australian
Sports Commission
The Australian Sports Commission and national
sporting organisations (NSOs) have long spoken of a
shared ambition to strengthen relationships between
all system partners involved in Australian sport.
Aligned with this ambition, the Australian Government
is now encouraging a whole-of-sport reform agenda,
aimed at establishing a more collaborative, efficient
and integrated sports system.
Through a new direction for sport, ‘Australian Sport:
The Pathway to Success’, the ASC will work closely
with sport to achieve its main objectives; boost sports
participation and strengthen sporting pathways while
striving for international success. The reform agenda
seeks for the ASC to assist to provide stability and
support for all sporting organisations in their pursuit of
a shared, common purpose; creating a better sporting
pathway for all Australians, from the grassroots up.
The ASC will implement the new direction, and this
includes collaboration with all NSOs to allocate a
record amount of new sports funding – committing
an extra $195 million over the next four years. This
funding is in addition to the current ongoing baseline
funding for NSOs.
The ASC will also assist sporting organisations
with access to coaching and officiating programs,
governance support, planning and education
opportunities and assistance with becoming more
inclusive – particularly in the areas of Indigenous sport,
sport for people with a disability, sport for people
from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
and women’s sport development programs.
This is an exciting time for all of us involved in
Australian sport. With significant new funding from
the Australian Government, sports will be better
positioned than ever before to lead the drive for
higher participation levels and strong success on the
sporting field.
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Sport
The Hon. Warwick Smith AM
Chairman
Board of the Australian Sports Commission
35

Sport Scorecard
Priority
Supporting SLSA's core objectives via enjoyable and entertaining surf sports.
Strategy
Support grass roots development.
Tactic
Develop useful
coaching
resources.
Extend coach
development
programs.
Monitor
and address
performance
and
development
gaps.
Assist ILS to
grow sports
internationally.
Status
08/09
Status
09/10
Our priorities as
identified in last year’s
annual report
Green Green Further resources including
Surf Boat Sweep DVD,
rewrite of coaching courses
including an introductory
course, coaching DVD for
lifesaving events.
Green Green Targeted coaching
development clinics,
implementation of an
introductory coaching level.
Green Green Implementation of pool
rescue development
program including state/
regional competition.
Enhanced statistical
analysis.
Increased production
and distribution of new
resources.
Green Green Commence detailed
planning for Rescue 2012.
Build a strong base of traditional carnivals and competitions
Facilitate
consistent
and fair
competition.
Long-term
calendar
of major
competitions.
Green Green Continue to update rules as
required.
Amber Amber Implementation of a three
year calendar for National
surf events.
Outcomes in
2009-10
Junior Coaching Manuals
produced and distributed.
Australian Sports
Commission approval and
recognition of the SLSA
Level 1 and 2 Coach and
Official courses and the
distribution of an R&R.
Promotional package
including Promotional DVD
and poster.
The Junior Coaching and
Officiating courses have
been developed.
SLSA run Pool Rescue
clinics.
Australian Sports
Commission Mentoring
program workshops
facilitated by SLSA.
State development plans
and funding monitored and
assisted.
Rescue 2012 Event Manager
and Rescue 2012 Board
appointed. Project plan and
draft budget updated and
active through the Rescue
2012 Board.
Technical Committee
review of the 33rd Edition
Surf Sports Manual.
Updates provided by the
Technical Committee to
be updated on the SLSA
website as a revised 33rd
edition.
Draft calendars are being
produced in conjunction
with State Centres and
external SLSA events.
Priorities for 2010-11
Resources including Surf Boat
Sweep DVD and Pool Rescue
coaching placed on the SLSA
secure web library.
Introduction of the SLSA
YouTube channel for coaching
resources.
Successful implementation
of the Junior Coaching and
Officiating courses within
clubs across Australia.
Further development of
statistical analysis capabilities
throughout Australia.
Introduction of National
Development Squad
initiatives for youth
age groups.
Mentoring delivered by SLS
State Centres.
Further planning and
preparation for the Rescue
2012 event to be held in
Adelaide, South Australia.
Promotion of the Rescue
2012 event at Rescue 2010
in Egypt.
Further develop SLSA events
and associated compliance
programs and technical rules.
Promotion of the revised
33rd edition.
Implementation of a three
year calendar for national
sports events.
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Rationalise
events to
increase
participation.
Monitor and
review inter/
national trends.
Programs
to improve
performance
and
participation.
Opportunities
for novice to
elite.
Promote public
surf sports
events.
Talent
identification
programs.
Effective
national High
Performance
programs.
Provide
representative
opportunities.
Maintain ‘world
champion’
status.
Amber Amber Implementation of new
Interstate format in line
with World Lifesaving
Championships.
Green Green Conduct formal
benchmarking with like
NSOs.
Amber Amber Strategies to address
identified participation gaps
Amber Green 10% increase participation
in national championship
events
Amber Amber 15% increase in participants
for Coolangatta Gold.
Green Green Implementation of SLSA/
Kayak talent development
program.
Amber Green Implementation of SLSA
High Performance Pool
Strategy.
Green Green Development team to
Japan, pool development
team to NZ and Australian
team to German Cup.
Green Green Defend title at World
Games
Support and develop officials and managers
Useful support
resources.
Amber Green Team managers resource
produced.
Promote and leverage surf sports spectaculars
Exciting
professional
surf sports
competitions.
Promote and
leverage surf
sports “heroes”.
Amber Amber 3 year agreement with
Kellogg, re-sign nib as naming
rights sponsor of Coolangatta
Gold and 15% increase in TV
ratings across SLSA televised
sports.
Amber Amber Increased coverage for
the Coolangatta Gold,
KNG Series and Australian
Championships.
Coolangatta Gold event
opened to general public
participants.
SLSA partnerships with
NSO’s including Australian
Canoeing enabled formal
benchmarking against
these sports
Implementation of coaching
discipline records at a state
level through the Surf guard
function. This enables
identifications of coaching
gaps.
Australian Championships
event entries increased
dramatically after the
relocation back to the
East coast. Australian Pool
Rescue Championships
entries were the highest in
the events history.
Event opened to general
public competitors.
Pilot program launched
and first squad program for
Surf and Kayak Talent ID
conducted.
Review of the National High
Performance program was
conducted.
Japan Team 1st, New
Zealand Team 1st, German
Cup Team – Males 1st,
Females 3rd.
Australian Team finished
first at World Games.
The team manager
resource is currently being
produced and will be
finalised for a 2011 release
and implementation
strategy
SLSA and Kellogg’s 3 year
agreement signed.
Coolangatta Gold
sponsorships still under
negotiations.
Coverage and media
exposure of Coolangatta
Gold and KNG Series
increased.
Implementation of new
Interstate format in line
with World Lifesaving
Championships.
Review of event categories
and team events at all
carnivals to maximize
participation.
Develop strong relationships
with other NSO’s to look into
internal benchmarking as
well procedural operations
with Rowing Australia and
Swimming Australia
Development and
implementation of new
and enhanced participation
initiatives including the
National Youth Development
Squad.
10% increase participation
in National championship
events.
15% increase in participants
for Coolangatta Gold.
Continuation of the SLSA/
Kayak talent development
program with a greater coach
development focus.
Implementation of athlete
welfare initiatives and
increased grants to TYR 3
athletes.
U21 Development team
to Japan, Pool U21
Development team to NZ,
Australian team to Rescue
2010 and an Australian and
U20 development team to
International Surf Rescue
Challenge, NZ.
Defend title at Rescue 2010.
National roll-out of the
team managers resource
and development of training
course.
Successful handover and new
working agreement of the
Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Series.
15% increase in TV ratings
across SLSA televised sports.
Increased coverage for
the Coolangatta Gold and
Australian Championships.
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Sport
37

Developing
for life
Development
38

Development
Development Overview
The 2009-10 season as seen the delivery of activities across all areas of
Development including youth, leadership, environment, inclusion and
recognition. Focus on the delivery of a revised Age Managers Course
and the integration of this course in sport pathways – through coaching
and officiating – for Age Managers has been a critical step in supporting
and building capacity for our clubs to meet the growing demands for our
nipper programs. The importance of engaging the 14-17 years age group
was recognised with the conduct of a forum to review and identify the
engagement and promotion of this important section of our membership.
Increasingly successful Leaders’ Conferences, the Sir Adrian Curlewis
Scholarship, our engagement with Emergency Management Australia’s
Volunteer Leadership Program and the further development of the
Leadership Capacity and Management Competencies Framework
supports the future leadership of SLSA.
The inclusive nature of SLSA was enhanced with the implementation of an
Inclusive Organisation policy, the conduct of a Disability Forum and the
delivery of activities engaging indigenous and culturally and linguistically
diverse communities. The delivery of the Rainwater and Greywater
Initiative and promotion of Ecosurf activities delivered a commitment
to Ecosurf. Importantly the delivery of aligned recognition programs
improved the acknowledgment of our volunteer members.
External Influences
• A growing demand for SLSA’s youth program for the 5-13 years age
group, that currently exceeds the capacity of many of our clubs.
• An ongoing public perception that Surf Life Saving is for Anglo-
Australians who can swim.
John Fitzgerald OAM
Director of Development
Vanessa Brown
Development Manager
Development Snapshot
2009-10 has seen a focus on supporting and increasing the capacity of
our clubs to engage junior members, who now represent almost 50% of
SLSA’s membership. This has been achieved through the development of
resources to educate Age Managers and provide them with participation
pathways throughout SLSA.
Further importance of SLSA’s youth in the 14-17 years age group was
recognised through the conduct of a 14-17 years Program Coordinators
Forum, highlighting the value of engaging youth and developing best
practice techniques. Outcomes of this forum are being developed to
provide a resource to support clubs in this area. SLSA has highlighted this
area as a priority in 2010/11 and will be developing further resources to
support those implemented in 2009/10.
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Development
Scorecard
Priority
Building frontline capacity by developing the leadership, management and operational support capabilities
of our frontline service providers.
Strategy
Develop tomorrow’s leaders.
Tactic
Facilitate
frontline
leadership
development.
Provide work
experience,
exchanges
and
scholarship
programs for
volunteers
and staff.
Status
08/09
Status
09/10
Our priorities as
identified in last
year’s annual
report
Green Green Increased
coordination of
programs across all
levels of SLSA.
Amber Amber Increased
opportunities
across all levels of
SLSA.
Outcomes in
2009-10
Delivery of multiple
SLSA Leaders’
Conferences.
Delivery of multiple
state and regional
development and
leadership programs.
Increased leadership
capacity of
participants.
Delivery of Sir Adrian
Curlewis Scholarship
Program.
Participation in EMA/
AEMVF Volunteer
Leadership Program
and engagement of
SLSGB.
Increased exposure
and leadership
capacity of
participants.
Comment on how
we met/did not
meet priorities
Mapping of state
and national
development and
leadership programs
completed.
Further development
and expansion of
Leadership Capacity
and Management
Competencies
Framework.
Increased
opportunities
provided through
EMA/AEMVF
Volunteer Leadership
Program.
Priorities for
2010-11
Greater coordination
of
state and national
programs through
a leadership
framework for
skills oriented
experiences and
activities.
Increased
involvement in
EMA Volunteer
Leadership
Program for
both staff and
volunteers.
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Development
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Strategy
Engage, develop and support our members.
Tactic
Status
08/09
Status
09/10
Our priorities as
identified in last
year’s annual
report
Outcomes in
2009-10
Comment on how
we met/did not
meet priorities
Priorities for
2010-11
Provide
information,
resources
and support
to grow
membership.
Amber Green Review of
recruitment and
retention programs
and working with
lifesaving and surf
sports to promote
pathways.
Membership
analysis completed
– increase in overall
membership,
particularly in junior
activity, award and
patrolling members.
Clear pathways
developed with
Surf Sports for Age
Managers.
Programs reviewed
and resources
scoped.
Delivery of
resources
to promote
recruitment and
retention.
Provide/
facilitate
participation
and
development
pathways for
all members.
Green Amber Completion of age
manager’s course
and resources.
Consolidation of
pathways and
opportunities for
members aged
14–17 years.
Age Manager’s
course and resources
completed with
further pathways
identified.
Leadership
development
pathways scoped.
SLSA Program
Coordinators Forum
for the14-17 years
age group held.
Further activities
engaging this age
group identified.
Delivery of
Development
resources for the
14-17 years age
group.
Recognise
and reward
members’
contributions.
Green Green Implementation of
aligned recognition
processes and
awards.
Awards of Excellence
and member
recognition programs
delivered.
Recognition
processes and
awards are now
aligned.
Increased
promotion
and uptake of
recognition
awards.
Priority
Contributing to a healthy nation by partnering with the community to contribute to Australia’s safety,
sustainability and well-being.
Strategy
Contribute positively to building social capital, nationally and locally.
Tactic
Status
08/09
Status
09/10
Our priorities as
identified in last
year’s annual
report
Outcomes in
2009-10
Comment on how
we met/did not
meet priorities
Priorities for
2010-11
Promote
and support
responsible
behaviour
within our
membership
and
organisations.
Amber Green Implementation of
inclusion policy.
Adoption and
implementation
of Inclusive
Organisation Policy.
Promotion of Ecosurf
initiatives and
activities.
UTS/SLSA
research
partnership on
social capital.
Actively
encourage
membership
and
participation
in Surf
Life Saving
irrespective
of religion,
culture, race,
gender or
geography.
Amber Green Incorporate activities
into an inclusion
policy.
Adoption and
implementation
on Inclusive
Organisation Policy.
Activities included
ongoing engagement
with ASC Indigenous
Sport, Sports
Connect programs
and delivery of SLSA
Disability Forum.
SLSA Disability Forum
held, activities being
delivered identified.
Further
development
of Disability
strategy
Reconciliation
Action Plan
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Strategy
Protect and sustain the environment.
Tactic
Develop
environmentally
friendly
practices.
Influence
sustainable
environmental
practices.
Status
08/09
Status
09/10
Our priorities as
identified in last
year’s annual
report
Amber Amber Canvass
opportunities and
partners.
Green Green Maximise take up of
national rainwater
and greywater
funding program.
Outcomes in
2009-10
Review of Impacts
of Extreme Weather
and Climate Change.
National rainwater
and greywater
initiative promoted
and delivered to
clubs providing
funding for water
saving and efficient
devices.
Promotion of
sustainable
environmental
practices on Ecosurf
website and at
forums.
Comment on how
we met/did not
meet priorities
Dialogue to set a
basis for review of
EcoSurf Policy.
92 clubs receiving
funding.
Priorities for
2010-11
Review EcoSurf
Policy to
incorporate
climate change
implications.
Review EcoSurf
Policy to
incorporate
climate change
implications.
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Development
Strategy
Promote community wellness.
Tactic
Status
08/09
Status
09/10
Our priorities as
identified in last
year’s annual
report
Outcomes in
2009-10
Comment on how
we met/did not
meet priorities
Priorities for
2010-11
Promote
and support
positive
family
values.
Green Green Completion of age
manager’s course
and resources.
Nipper program
continues to grow
and attract members.
Age manager’s
course and resources
completed with
pathways for age
manager’s identified.
4% increase in nipper
nos.
Recognition of
pathways between
development and
sport
UTS/SLSA
research
partnership on
social capital.
43

Supporting
for life
Viability & Reputation
44

Viability and
Reputation
Overview
Surf Life Saving’s (SLS) long-standing partnership with
our major partners DHL, Westpac and Telstra was
renewed and extended during the year; highlighting
the passionate commitment that is so intrinsic within
these great companies. Further details of our major
partners’ significant involvement in SLS can be found
over the page.
Towards the end of the 2009-10 three new sponsors
came on board: Nikon, Woodside and Frantelle. We
welcome them to the SLS family and look forward
to establishing successful partnerships over the next
three years.
Our team has also developed new commercial
ventures to increase revenue, including improved
licensing programs, bringing the club product sales
program back in-house, building a new online shop
and developing a new sunscreen product for the
retail market.
Viability and Reputation Snapshot
2009-10 involved a significant investment to review
our role in the community and to identify ways to
involve more people in supporting and engaging
with SLS.
Surveys, interviews and brand research that
spanned almost 11,000 SLS members and thousands
of the general public helped to establish a new
organisational strategy to increase our effectiveness
and achieve our true potential. This will be unveiled
in 2010-11, but we have highlighted some of the
feedback below.
Member feedback
While 100 per cent of participants sighted the saving
of lives as the most important thing we do, we noted
that for the vast majority of club members it was not
the reason why they joined the organisation. The
vast majority joined because they wanted to have
positive experiences – mateship, fun, fitness, making
a difference and having a can do attitude.
This can do attitude was so prominent that we
needed to live this approach and work hard to ensure
that we respond to any issue that challenged this
positivity. Some of the internal challenges we need
to address include:
1. Less red tape and paperwork; to simplify
administrative tasks for clubs.
2. Sun protection; we need to provide better
protection to our nippers and patrolling members.
3. Improved nipper program; direct more focus and
attention to SLS nipper programs.
4. Continue to improve patrol uniforms
5. Important member information available online;
better use internet and technology to provide
members with the ability to access information
online.
6. Improve awards and certificates; need for
constant review, discussion, consultation and
education about our awards and certificates.
7. Increase funding for surf life saving clubs.
8. More involvement with schools; stronger
relationships need to be built with local schools.
9. Benefits for surf lifesavers and volunteers.
10. Improved community safety messaging to the
wider community.
These become our challenges for the next few years
to better support our frontline.
Public surveys
Among the numerous independent surveys and focus
groups conducted, it was revealed that on a list of
some of Australia’s best known and loved brands,
both corporate and charitable, SLS was recognised
as “Australia’s most trusted brand” and “The most
Australian of brands”. We also ranked highest with
ambulance officers and fire fighters as the most
trusted of people.
Other interviews and surveys have also led to our
new brand positioning and set the direction for
the organisation for the future. It is an exciting
time to be part of SLS and we are excited about
the next 12 months which will set the platform for
an enhanced, engaging and more inclusive SLS.
Michael Hornby
Group General Manager
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Scorecard
Strengthen our reputation via proactive advocacy
Tactic
Conduct targeted,
tactical, proactive
and reactive media
campaigns.
Status
08/09
Status
09/10
Priorities for 2009-10
Amber Amber Media campaigns to
support new public safety
education and sport
events.
Outcomes
in 2009-10
Rips campaign received
over $1.5M in media and
promotional support.
Priorities for
20010-11
New and extended
national sports
broadcast deal.
Leading and supporting a strong, unified, sustainable and viable national organisation. Build sustainability
and viability.
Reliable and
diversified revenue
streams.
Strengthen and protect our iconic brand
Develop and
implement brand
strategy.
Actively promote
vibrant brand.
National
communication
campaigns.
Amber Amber Explore options to further
diversify SLSA revenue
streams.
Green Green Roll out of new brand
direction for SLS.
Green
Amber
Green
Amber
Increased partnership
support.
Commenced whollyowned
online shop.
Contributing to the
planning for a national
fundraising program.
Research and extensive
consultation process
across SLS membership
and general public
contributed to the
strategic direction of the
brand.
Phase 1 of the strategy
completed.
National communications
calendar completed and
updated regularly.
Increased community
fundraising.
5% growth in
partnerships.
New retail products
developed.
Online store revenue
growth of 20%.
Integrate new brand
positioning across
national and state
operations.
Stage 2 of
“Australian for life”
to be completed,
in partnership with
the Surf Life Saving
Foundation.
National
communications
calendar to be
reviewed in
conjunction
with states and
Foundation.
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Viability and Reputation
Use leading edge technologies for effective administration & management
Accurate and user
friendly web-site.
Amber Green Roll-out of new SLSA
online platforms to
support brand and engage
members.
Engage, develop and support our members
Communicate and
inform members.
Amber Amber Roll-out of new SLSA
online platforms to
support brand and engage
members.
Website well developed
and ready for October
launch.
Social media trialled.
Can Do member
engagement portal
received 23,000 responses.
Website goes live and
a digital marketing
strategy developed.
Digital strategy
reviewed with
an integrated
approach across all
communications, and
key measurements in
place.
Contribute to a healthy nation by partnering with the community to contribute to Australia’s safety,
sustainability and well-being. Contribute positively to building social capital, nationally.
Promote positive
values of
volunteering.
Green Green Work with producers of
Surf Patrol to show other
aspects of SLS.
Ongoing integration into all
promotions.
Ongoing integration
into all promotions/
communications.
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Partnerships
Surf Life Saving Australia relies heavily on corporate support to ensure vital
surf lifesaving services and programs continue throughout Australia. Our three
major partners, Westpac, Telstra and DHL have a long and proud history with
Surf Life Saving, and we are grateful for their ongoing support.
Westpac
Surf Life Saving Australia is proud of its partnership
with Westpac, a relationship which has spanned
almost 40 years, making it the longest corporate
community partnership in Australia. Westpac supports
the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service in
every state and provides local grass roots support
to surf clubs all around the country. Partnering with
Westpac has allowed the helicopter service to grow
from a just one helicopter to a national network of 11,
flying for over 4,000 hours a year.
In October 2009, Westpac launched a new equipment
grants program, enabling local Westpac branches
to apply for grants up to $5,000 to buy vital safety
equipment for local surf clubs. 95 branches applied
with 74 grants awarded, totalling $153,000.
In April 2010, Westpac announced an increase of almost
$2million per year to Surf Life Saving to help extend its
presence in high risk areas around Australia. Initially
the funding will be providing helicopter services on
Queensland’s Sunshine Coast and the NSW South Coast.
The funds also includes the launch of an offshore rescue
boat in Darwin. Other major expansion initiatives in
Victoria are to be announced.
DHL
DHL, the world’s leading freight and logistics company,
is one of SLSA’s major corporate partners. Every
surf lifesaver in Australia wears a patrol uniform
thanks to DHL, and many clubs have also received
beach furniture including patrol shelters and shade
umbrellas.
Other highlights for 2009/10 included:
- Prominent branding on the new SLS patrol uniforms
that were distributed to over 43,800 patrolling
members across the country.
- Successful roll-out of the ‘Welcome to
Summer’ campaign.
- Increase engagement of the partnership through
internal and external channels.
Telstra
Telstra is a proud supporter of Surf Life Saving in Australia
through programs such as Telstra Beach to Bush, the
Telstra Assistance Fund and Telstra Affinity Program.
Telstra also provides significant telecommunications
support for the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships
and other surf sports events.
In 2009/10 Telstra secured the naming rights to the
Telstra Beach to Bush program, which will provide surf
safety advice and education to over 40,000 children
across the country. The Telstra Affinity Program and the
Telstra Assistance Fund were extremely successful in
2009/10, giving back over $480,000 to our local surf life
saving clubs.
Other highlights in 2009/10 included:
Support through the Community Service allocation.
- Event partner for the Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain
Ironman Series.
- The inclusion of the Telstra “T” on the left chest of
the patrol uniform.
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Surf Life Saving Australia thanks our corporate, government and
philanthropic partners who have supported us in 2009/10.
Major Partners
Support Partners
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Viability and Reputation
Government Partners
Event Partners
Philanthropic Partners
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Inclusive
for life
Strategic Development
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Strategic
Development
Overview
Research
2009/10 has seen the adoption of a National Research
Agenda, the appointment of a National Research
Manager, Dr Shauna Sherker in February 2010, and
the formation of a Research Advisory Committee,
which had its first meeting in April 2010.
A SLSA Research Scheme was introduced during the
year to adopt rigour into research project design and
provide funding for targeted and priority research
projects. Towards the end of the financial year, two
research projects were reaching finalisation with
the University of New South Wales focusing on rip
current safety issues.
A third research project, “Attributing the Social
Contribution of Surf Life Saving Australia: Valuing the
Social Capital of an Iconic Institution”, was developed
in collaboration with the University of Technology,
Sydney, with commencement expected early in 2011.
International Development
In 2009/10, SLS has provided increased surf lifesaving
assistance to allied lifesaving organisations and areas
of need in more than 25 countries – 20 of which are
in the Asia-Pacific Region.
SLS has been active in offering developmental
assistance to a number of countries including
Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Samoa and India. Of
particular note is the signing of Strategic Partnering
Agreements with the United States Lifesaving
Association (USLA), Singapore Life Saving Society and
the Rashtriya Life Saving Society India [RLSS (I)].
The support of the Australian Sports Commission
(ASC) and AusAID, through the Australian Sports
Outreach Program (ASOP), has enabled programs to
be introduced in Bali, Indonesia and India. In June
2010, a four-and-a-half year ASOP India project was
entered into with the ASC, SLSA and RLSS (I).
The international development activity has been
enhanced through the most generous contributions
from the Kevin Weldon AM International Aid Fund.
External Influences
• Competitiveness in the academic research sector
has led to a cautious approach from SLSA when
selecting research partners.
• Competition for Australian Government backed
research grants has led to a level of uncertainty
about implementing research programs.
• Changing national research priorities can favour
one research area over another, resulting in SLSA
realigning its research themes when applying for
Australian Government funding.
• Collaboration and cooperation with other ILS
members in international development activities
Norm Farmer
General Manager – Strategic Development
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Strategic Development Snapshot
Water Safety for Schools – Bali, Indonesia
The first phase of the Balinese Schools Water Safety
through Lifesaving Activities program was held from
31 May to 4 June, 2010. This project forms part of
the Australian Sports Outreach Program (ASOP),
and includes swimming, surf safety and lifesaving
education. The overarching aim of this program is to
increase community participation, health promotion,
leadership and social cohesion through sport and
physical activity.
The program delivered a modified surf awareness
and lifeguard course to a group of 41 high school
students, with 27 passing an assessment and
receiving a certificate of participation at the
conclusion of the program.
In addition to this, a new instruction manual
was prepared in Bahasa Indonesian using
information from the SLSA 32nd and 33rd Editions
of the Australian Surf Life Saving Public Safety
Training Manuals.
The ASOP program will continue through 2010.
2010/11 research project: Measurement of
rip current flow and swimmer behaviour in
Australian rip currents
Rip currents are a major cause of coastal drowning
deaths in Australia. While Surf Life Saving (SLS) has
made significant progress in educating the Australian
public about rip currents, an improved understanding
of Australian rip currents and the physical response
of people caught in rip currents is required.
SLS has partnered with the University of NSW to
embark on a comprehensive rip current research
program over the next three years. This innovative
project will investigate the physical characteristics
of rip currents using GPS technology and examine
human behaviour in rip currents.
The quantification of this information will provide
clarity on beachgoer response when caught in a rip
current. The results from this program will add to a
catalogue of evidence-based research that underpins
critical surf safety advice used by SLS and the
lifesaving industry.
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Strategic Development
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Strategic
Development
Scorecard
Priority
Delivering our peak body responsibilities by establishing, advocating and securing international best practice
water safety standards, practices and systems for national beach safety and lifesaving services.
Strategy
Proactively develop and maintain world leading best practice standards.
Tactic
Collect and analyse
statistics/data.
Status
08/09
Status
09/10
Our priorities as
identified in last
year’s Annual Report
Green Green Employment of
research manager and
implementation of
the National Research
Agenda.
Outcomes
in 2009-10
- National Research
Manager commenced
in February 2010.
- Research Advisory
Committee established
and first met in April
2010.
- Research paper titled
“Lifesaving Service
Operations Review –
Water Safety Processes
and Procedures”
released in the
CoastSafe Alive Project.
- SLSA represented on
an International Open
Water Safety Task
Group researching
appropriate safety
messages.
- Trials/evaluations of
equipment and systems
continuing by SLSA and
states.
- CoastSafe Alive project
completed with
trials of predictive
data and associated
systems underway in
Queensland.
- SLSA Research Scheme
developed and
implemented.
Priorities for
20010-11
Implement research
in the areas of rip
current safety,
social capital in SLS,
surf sport injury
prevention and rock
fishing safety.
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Priority
Delivering our peak body responsibilities by establishing, advocating and securing international best practice
water safety standards, practices and systems for national beach safety and lifesaving services.
Strategy
Maintain and develop international respect and recognition.
Tactic
Maintain an active
involvement with
the International Life
Saving Federation
(ILS).
Contribute to
improving water
safety standards and
skills throughout the
world.
Develop and
maintain beneficial
alliances with
national and
international
institutional and
commercial partners.
Status
08/09
Status
09/10
Our priorities as
identified in last
year’s Annual Report
Green Green Support ILS through
engagement.
Green Green Increase international
programs.
Green Green Consolidate relationships
with these groups.
Outcomes
in 2009-10
Proactive contribution
to the activities of the
Board of Directors, and
across all Commissions
and Committees of the
International Life Saving
Federation (ILS), and to the
Asia-Pacific Region.
- Commenced two
Australian Sports
Outreach Programs
with the ASC and
AusAID in India and
Indonesia.
- AusAID funded
Australian Youth
Ambassador for
Development approved
for Bali and Indonesia.
Nominations have been
submitted for Samoa,
Vietnam and Indonesia
in 2011.
- SLS supported
lifesaving activities in
developing nations,
particularly in India,
Indonesia, Vietnam and
Samoa.
- Review of current
international activities
undertaken with
the aim of creating
a coordinated
international program.
- International business
development
opportunities explored
in India and the Middle
East.
- New Strategic
Partnership
Agreements signed
with the USLA, RLSS (I),
Lifesaving South Africa,
Irish Water Safety and
German Life Saving
(DLRG).
- Strategic Partnership
Agreements with SLSNZ
and SLSAGB renewed.
- Strategic partnerships
maintained with RNLI,
and Japan.
Priorities for
20010-11
SLSA maintaining
strong involvement
and representation
on ILS Boards,
Commissions and
Committees.
Maintain success
of programs
through effective
collaboration with
Government Agencies
and international
program partners.
Maintain and
leverage strategic
partnerships for
mutual benefits.
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Strategic Development
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Fundraising
for life
Surf Life Saving Foundation
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Surf Life
Saving
Foundation
Overview
2009/10 saw many successes for the Surf Life Saving Foundation (SLSF).
Significantly, an in-principle agreement was reached to integrate the
fundraising capacities of all National and State and Territory Surf Life
Saving entities, aimed at supporting several new fundraising initiatives
and projects nationally.
Funds of over $800,000 were generated via the Grant Seeking Unit, an
increase of over $520,000 on the previous year. Around $7 million in cash
and equipment was distributed to SLS entities, with just over $1.3 million
being from core fundraising events managed by the SLSF.
SLSF has also made provisions of support to underpin a national
Trademark Licensing program. In addition to these activities, the SLSF
has developed more focused campaigns to acquire new donors and
supporters and introduced donor acknowledgement functions.
SLSF Challenges
To manage and increase revenue from existing fundraising activities and
create new funding opportunities to:
• Maintain and purchase rescue gear and equipment.
• Enhance development and training programs for our surf lifesavers.
• Expand community surf safety campaigns.
• Fund aquatic safety research and development.
How the SLSF raise funds
Under agreement with SLSA and all State and Territory centres, the SLSF
operates as the national community fundraising arm of the Surf Life
Saving movement. For the past 11 years, the SLSF has been committed to
engaging with Australians through our donor and “Guardians of the Surf”
(regular donor) programs.
Funds raised by SLSF are distributed to SLSA and State and Territory
centres under the terms of a joint agreement, details of which are set
out in their respective financial statements – including those of the
Foundation itself. In order to maintain the high quality of our community
services, we rely heavily on the support of corporate and public donations.
As the following table demonstrates, fundraising occurs at all levels of
the organisation.
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Fundraising by Surf Life Saving entities in Australia
Entity Distribution of funds Relevant legislation Where to find financial
statements
Surf Life Saving
Australia
Surf Life Saving
Foundation
SLS State/Territory
Centres
Branches, clubs and
support operations
Funds raised by and for
our subsidiary helicopter
rescue services to fund
their operational costs.
Distributed to SLSA and
State/Territory Centres
under the terms of a
joint agreement to fund
surf lifesaving gear,
equipment, training
activities etc.
Charitable Fundraising
Act 1991 (NSW)
Associations
Incorporation Act 1981
(Qld) and relevant
charities legislation
Consolidated into SLSA’s accounts.
www.lifesavingfoundation.com.au
Similar to SLSA above Similar to SLSA above Refer to specific state centre’s
annual report.
Funds surf lifesaving
gear, equipment,
training activities etc.
Relevant state
legislation
See financial statements for each
entity.
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Surf Life Saving Foundation
Surf Life Saving Foundation Board
Liz Pidgeon (Chair)
Stephen Maitland OAM RFD (Honorary Treasurer)
Peter Burrows
Lionel Hogg
Steve Hammond
Mick Power AM
Ralph Devlin SC
Surf Life Saving Foundation
Snapshot
Surf Life Saving Rescue Fund Trust
The Surf Life Saving Rescue Fund Trust was
established in 2002 with the aim of being a central
body to facilitate the secure and effective financial
investment of pooled funds on behalf of all SLS
entities. SLSF is the corporate trustee of the Trust.
Capital funds are accepted on specific terms and
prudently invested using a specialist external
Investment Manager.
Distribution of funds from the Trust must be for Surf
Life Saving related purposes:
• The provision and maintenance of essential surf
lifesaving equipment and resources;
• Providing surf lifesaving education, training,
development or support;
• Undertaking community and other education in
relation to beach and water safety and awareness
or other life saving related matters; or
• Any other purpose deemed necessary or desirable
by the Trustee for the ongoing maintenance of
development of surf lifesaving in Australia.
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Protecting
for life
Westpac Life Saver
Rescue Helicopter Service
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Northern Region
(" Westpac") Helicopter Rescue Service
NRHRS snapshot
2007-08 2008-09 2009-10
Number of helicopters 3 1 1
Primary response – Number of missions 173 179 166
Primary response – Number of hours flown 151 145 172.5
Secondary response – Number of missions 154 113 156
Secondary response – Number of hours flown 218 151.4 261.6
Search and rescue – Number of missions 12 17 11
Search and rescue – Number of hours flown 23.6 31.5 19.7
Training – Number of missions 130 70 102
Training – Number of hours flown 146.6 71.9 120.9
Other – Number of missions 100 40 34
Other – Number of hours flown 50.8 31.5 37
13.8 19.5 12
TOTAL- Number of missions flown 569 419 469
TOTAL – Number of hours flown 590 413.6 594.2
TOTAL – Number of hours flown 202.2 222 251
Overview
2009-10 saw an overall increase in the number of
missions flown by the Northern Region Helicopter
Rescue Service (NRHRS). There was a 40 per cent
increase in our secondary (inter-hospital transfer)
missions, though a small reduction in the number
of primary missions. The placement of a medical
retrieval doctor by the NSW Department of Health
at the base has been a contributing factor to this.
We faced a significant challenge this year with
our second aircraft returning to flight testing in
June, before being sent to Brisbane for re-spray
works. This aircraft has now been returned to
line operations.
Key successes
• We secured a new sponsorship contract with
Westpac, which provides enhanced levels of
support. An exciting element of the new contract
provides Westpac branches in our region with the
opportunity to partner with the service to raise
funds. The response by local branches and the
regional management team has been incredibly
positive, with Westpac keen to use the model
in other areas.
• We conducted our 6000th mission during 2009-10,
which involved airlifting a heart-attack patient who
required life saving treatment in Brisbane.
• Our primary aircraft, VH-LRH, was modified with
Night Vision Goggle (NVG) equipment.
• Our NVG training curriculum was accepted by
CASA with feedback that it is industry leading.
• We commenced pilot approved maintenance to
meet CASA requirements.
• We aligned company requirements as early
adopters of CASA developments, through pilot
approved maintenance and a split of maintenance
controller/ CAR30 organisation chief engineer
responsibilities.
• We expanded our retail operations with
opportunity shops opening in Ballina and Coffs
Harbour in 2009-10. Both shops have proved to
be financial beneficial.
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Risk and risk management
We are proud of our safety culture and enjoy a mature
approach to this element of our operations. A review
by Australian Safety Network noted that over the last
two years we have improved safety audit markers in
25 of 30 categories, with an additional four maintained
at same level. More significantly, we exceeded
benchmarks in 18 of the 30 categories, compared
to only one in 2006.
Environmental performance
Our involvement in the Sustainable Advantage
Program through the NSW Department of
Environment and Climate Control has been very
productive, with our organisation well regarded
by program directors. We have been approached
to contribute to testimonials as a leader in our
North Coast cluster. As previously indicated, we
consider this a better approach to carbon emission
and abatement.
Outlook for 2010-11
Our focus in 2009-10 was on efficient methods
to raise funds for the service. In March, we went
to the community, explaining our need to meet
substantially increasing costs, and the community
responded. There are still challenges ahead, but with
the continued support of a broader donor base we
believe we can meet these fundraising challenges.
We move into 2010-11 well placed in the delivery of
the most critical enhancement of our safety program
– the use of NVG equipment. Our chief pilot and chief
crewman have completed initial NVG training and will
provide critical gap-training for all our crew.
Our strategic review is due in the first half of 2010/11
which will highlight critical areas of analysis for us
as we move closer to our next contract renewal
and our response to increasing regulation in the
aviation industry.
Kris Beavis
General Manager
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Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service
Board of Northern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Services Pty Ltd
Director
Meetings attended
Warren Tozer (Chair) 6/6
John Barber OAM 5/6
Noel Doyle 5/6
Kevin Gosling 4/6
Paul Muldoon 6/6
Dr John Griffin 6/6
Brett Williamson OAM 4/6
Kris Beavis (Company Secretary) 6/6
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Southern Region
(" Westpac") Helicopter Rescue Service
SRHRS snapshot
2007-08 2008-09 2009-10
Number of helicopters 1 1 2
Patrol – Number of missions 74 87 76
Patrol – Number of hours flown 81.6 78.6 70
Maintenance – Number of missions 5 20 42
Maintenance – Number of hours flown 3.7 9.4 13
Search and rescue – Number of missions 58 111 129
Search and rescue – Number of hours flown 53.8 78.5 95.35
Training – Number of missions 35 33 45
Training – Number of hours flown 37.4 24 28
Miscellaneous – Number of missions 25.7 31.5 46.2
Miscellaneous – Number of hours flown 3.1 0 9.2
TOTAL – Number of missions 207 293 346
TOTAL – Number of hours flown 202.2 222 251
Overview
2009/10 presented a number of challenges for
the Southern Region Helicopter Rescue Service
(SRHRS); however the board, management team
and a very capable staff overcame these and had
a very successful year. We continued to grow our
capacity and the last 12 months have witnessed a
steady growth in our search and rescue operations.
Our relationship with Surf Life Saving at all levels is
paramount to this success.
VH-SLU - a second aircraft
The SRHRS acquired a back-up helicopter in
February 2010, in a strategic move to cover our
primary helicopter which underwent extensive
maintenance in June 2010. The purchase of this
aircraft avoided the realistic possibility of not having
a rescue helicopter for up to six months. Once the
older helicopter is serviced and back online, our
service provision can be extended to a new base
on the NSW South Coast.
South Coast Service
At the beginning of 2010, discussions commenced
with our major sponsor, Westpac, to extend our
coverage area further south to the Victorian border.
Funding was approved for operations to cover the
summer periods of 2010/11, 2011/12 and 2012/13.
While it is our hope that this service will become
permanent, it will be determined by both demand,
and through local community, corporate and
government support.
Planning for the South Coast service is now well
advanced. A temporary hangar has been made
available to us at Moruya Airport through the
assistance of the Eurobodalla Shire Council.
Recruitment for rescue crews was targeted at local surf
lifesavers and lifeguards employed with the Australian
Lifeguard Service. These crews will be selected and
trained throughout the remainder of 2010.
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Strategic Plan
The board and management team have developed
a Strategic Management Plan (SMP) to cover the next
three financial years (2010 – 2013). There is a strong
willingness to deliver the outcomes of this plan, which
is now our template for the ongoing relevance and
strength of the SRHRS.
This plan focuses on developing our capacity
to deliver services that meet the needs of the
communities of NSW. All projects, budgets and
operational plans take their lead from this plan. With
this strategic direction in mind, there are six key
drivers which will be pursued to achieve our mission
by 2013 – our 40th birthday.
• Relevance of the service.
• Meeting community needs.
• Good governance and management practices.
• Remaining sustainable with provision for
development and capacity building.
• Operational excellence in rotary wing aviation
and SAR.
• Key contributor to the SLSA aviation strategy.
Operations
We continue to witness an increase in the search
and rescue workload of the SRHRS. With the growing
acceptance of SLS’s Centralised Emergency Response
System as a legitimate tasking mechanism for surf
lifesaving resources, our helicopters have been
tasked to more missions than ever before. Our
relationships with the NSW Police Force, the Rural
Fire Service, the State Emergency Service, lifeguard
services and AusSAR remain strong and we regularly
train with these services to ensure our combined
optimal capability.
Other key successes
• The service conducted a successful inaugural
Open Day in March 2010, where we opened the
Cape Banks facility to the community. With the
support of many emergency services, more than
2,000 people attended the day which also raised
more than $8,000 for the helicopter service.
• Our training services continue to gain strength
with a Commercial Training Division being
established, offering HUET courses to the industry.
Our winch simulator has also been utilised by
several emergency services. This is a part of the
organisation that will continue to grow over time.
• One of our real strengths is the dedicated staff and
volunteers who allow the service to operate at a
high-level. Ross Muir left the service in October
2009 after a successful period as General Manager.
Our chief pilot, Captain Peter Yates, provided a
strong level of leadership while a replacement
was found.
The next 12 months
We are looking forward to an exciting, albeit
demanding, year ahead. We still receive no
government funding, despite our important role,
so fundraising to sustain our services in Sydney and
Southern NSW will be our major priority.
With the establishment of the new South Coast
service only months away, there is a large amount
of work still to be achieved. We continue to be guided
by a challenging but realistic Strategic Plan and there
is an overwhelming drive to make sure we continue
to remain an important part of the NSW community
and the SLSA family.
Stephen Leahy
General Manager
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Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service
Board of Directors
Eight meetings of the Board were conducted during the last financial year. The directors were:
Director Meetings attended Comments
Ron Rankin AM 8/8 Board Chairman
Brett Williamson OAM 8/8 (SLSA appointed director)
Peter George AM 7/8
John Fraser OAM 8/8
Stephen Leahy 3/3 Joined 15/10/09; Resigned 1/2/10 after being
appointed as General Manager
Gordon Lang 6/6 Joined 15/10/09
Graham Ford 6/6 Joined 15/10/09
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Governance
Our governance structure 68
Australian Council 69
Improving our corporate governance 71
Boards and Committees 73
Our staff 78
Finance Manager’s Report 81
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Governing
for life
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Our governance
structure
Since 1907, when a small number of Sydney surf life
saving clubs formed the organisation now known
as Surf Life Saving Australia, we have evolved into
a highly federated and geographically disperse
organisation, made up of 306 separately incorporated
local surf life saving clubs, 17 regional branches
(in NSW and Queensland), 446 support operations
(regional rescue and response teams) and seven state
and territory centres (see page 164 for full list).
As there would otherwise be no meaningful report
on the national contribution of the entire movement,
the surf lifesaving, education, training and surf sports
activities of our members are consolidated in this
report. However, as these various separate entities
are not subsidiaries of SLSA Ltd and have a variety of
legal and reporting structures, their financial results
are not consolidated here.
We are the peak policy and decision making body
for the SLS movement. Under our constitution, our
members are:
• State centres, represented by their state directors,
who have the right to be present, debate and vote
at our general meetings.
• Affiliated surf life saving clubs (see page 164),
representatives of which have the right to be
present and to debate on behalf of their club at
our general meetings, but with no voting rights.
• Life members (see page 118), who have the right to
be present and to debate at our general meetings,
but with no voting rights.
• All individual members of affiliated surf life saving
clubs, who have the right to be present at general
meetings, but with no voting or debating rights.
Each year prior to the commencement of the
season, individual members sign an application
for joint membership of SLSA and their club.
Where the members are less than 18 year 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 surf lifesaving activity, as well as
outlining a member’s individual liability in the unlikely
event of wind-up.
We also operate a number of subsidiary companies
to provide helicopter rescue services in NSW with
services operated in Queensland, South Australia,
Victoria and Western Australia by their respective
state centres.
We are a foundation member of the International Life
Saving Federation (ILS), through which we maintain
contact with other ‘lifesaving nations’ and play a
leadership role in developing lifesaving expertise
around the world.
Corporate governance
Chief Patron
His Royal Highness Prince Philip KG KT OM GBE AC
QSO PC
Duke of Edinburgh
Patrons
Her Excellency Ms Quentin Bryce AC
Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia
Her Excellency Professor Marie Bashir AC CVO
Governor of New South Wales
Professor David de Kretser AC
Governor of Victoria
Her Excellency Ms Penelope Wensley AO
Governor of Queensland
His Excellency Rear Admiral Kevin Scarce AC CSC RANR
Governor of South Australia
His Excellency Dr Ken Michael AM
Governor of Western Australia
His Excellency the Hon Peter Underwood AO
Governor of Tasmania
His Honour Thomas Pauling AO QC
Administrator of the Northern Territory
Vice Patron
Hon Julia Gillard MP
Prime Minister of Australia
Life Governor
Alan Whelpton AO
Sir Adrian Curlewis CVO CBE*
*Denotes deceased
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Surf Life Saving Australia Ltd
Australian Council
Elected directors
Ronald Edwin Rankin AM –
JP, FAIM, L.AIB, Assoc. Dip.
App. Science
Ron, a consultant, has been
President of SLSA since
October 2001, a Director of
SLSA since August 1989 and
a member of the Finance,
Audit and Compliance Committee (FACC) since 2006.
He has been involved with Surf Life Saving since 1964.
This is Ron’s final year as president, with his current
term expiring in October 2010.
John Buchanan Fitzgerald
OAM – B.Ed, Dip. T (Prim),
Ad.Dip.Ed.Admin, M.Ed
John, a teacher and
retired school principal,
has been SLSA’s Director
of Development since
October 2002. He has been
involved with Surf Life Saving since 1981. This is John’s
final year as director, with his current term expiring in
October 2010.
Peter Brian George AM –
BAA, Grad. Dip. Acc, ACIS
Peter, a consultant and
former Head of Finance
and Governance, Group
Property at Westpac, has
been SLSA’s Director of
Lifesaving since October
2000 and a member of the Finance, Audit and
Compliance Committee (FACC) since 2003. He has
been involved with Surf Life Saving since 1965. His
current term expires in October 2011.
Rick Wright OAM
Rick, a a financial
administrator, has
been SLSA’s Director of
Surf Sports since 8 May,
2010, replacing David
Thompson in that role. Rick
has been a member of the
Board of Surf Sports since 2003 and was inducted into
the SLSA Hall of Fame in 2010. His current term expires
in October 2011.
Outgoing Elected Director
David P Thompson
Dave was SLSA’s
Director of Surf Sports
until 7 May 2010, having
served in the role since
November 2003. Dave is
now an employee of Surf
Life Saving Australia,
in the role of General Manager, Sport.
Appointed directors (representing
state centres)
Gregory James Bird –
Assoc Dip Eng
Greg, a communications
consultant, has been
president of Surf Life Saving
Tasmania since June 2002.
He has been involved with
Surf Life Saving since 1978.
His current term as SLST president is due to expire in
September 2011.
Kenneth Charles Bird OAM
Ken, a company director,
has been president
of Surf Life Saving
Queensland since
June 2002. He has been
involved with Surf Life
Saving since 1967. His
current term as SLSQ president is due to expire in
August 2012.
Robert William Creek
– Master Public Sector
Administration
Bob, a Data Centre Manager,
has been president of
Surf Life Saving Northern
Territory, since June 2003.
He has been involved with
Surf Life Saving since 1988. His current term as SLSNT
president is due to expire in March 2012.
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Surf Life Saving Australia Ltd
Australian Council
Anthony Michael Haven
Tony, a senior manager at the
NSW State Transit Authority,
has been involved with Surf
Life Saving since 1965. His
current term as SLSNSW
president is due to expire in
May 2012.
Mark Raymond Irwin –
BSc (Human Movement)
Mark, a company director,
has been president of
Surf Life Saving Western
Australia since September
2008. He has been involved
with Surf Life Saving since
1982. His current term as SLSWA president is due to
expire in September 2011.
Chief Executive Officer - SLSA
Brett Williamson OAM
BHMS Ed, BEd
Brett, is CEO of SLSA and
has been professionally
involved with Surf Life
Saving since 1984. He
has been a member of
the Finance, Audit and
Compliance Committee (FACC) since 2006. Brett’s role
on the AC is non-voting.
Michael James Martin –
BEng (Chem)
Mike, a company director,
has been president of Life
Saving Victoria since 2006.
He has been involved with
Surf Life Saving since 1964.
His current term as LSV
president is due to expire in December 2010.
William Brame Jamieson
AFSM
Bill, a district officer with
the South Australian
Metropolitan Fire Service,
has been president of Surf
Life Saving South Australia
since June 2002. He has
been involved with Surf Life Saving since 1963. His
current term as SLSSA president expires in May 2011.
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Improving
our corporate
governance
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
As noted in our 2008/09 annual report, SLSA
commissioned the Barrington Consulting Group to
complete an Organisational Effectiveness Review of
Surf Life Saving Australia. This review was conducted
throughout 2009 and focussed on the overall
effectiveness of SLSA’s strategy, governance and
management systems. The Australian Council (AC)
received the final report from the review in late
2009, and has subsequently developed a Continuous
Improvement Program (CIP) to implement a range of
recommendations. Since the adoption of the CIP, the
following has taken place
• The review, redrafting and adoption of a new
SLSA Constitution. As well as some minor
editorial changes, the new constitution changes
the name of the ‘Australian Council’ to the
‘SLSA Board’ and provides the board with the
opportunity to appoint up to two additional
independent directors to fill any potential skills
gaps on the board.
• The subsequent review and redrafting of the SLSA
Regulations. These are expected to be adopted
and transitioned during 2010/11.
The role of boards and committees
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 on pages 73 to
76 meet as required, and their recommendations
are then considered by one of the six boards, with
the AC having ultimate supervision of all boards
and committees.
The role of the directors and
management
The day-to-day business of SLSA Ltd is managed
by the CEO, under the direction of the AC. The AC
may exercise all the powers of the company, except
any power the Corporations Act or the constitution
requires the company to exercise in a general
meeting of members. The AC is responsible for the
appointment of a CEO to manage and administer the
organisation. The CEO is ultimately accountable to
the AC, however he is accountable to the president
(as chairman of the board) on a day to day basis.
Australian Council composition
The AC comprises seven state directors, one from and
representing each state and the Northern Territory,
(the ‘shareholders’ of SLSA Ltd) who represent our
members; three ordinary directors (i.e. Directors of
Lifesaving, Surf Sports and Development), who are
elected by the state directors; the chairman, who
is also elected by the state directors; and the CEO
as secretary to the AC, whose role is non-voting.
Following the implementation of the CIP, up to two
additional independent directors may be appointed
to the board in 2010/11.
Australian Council meetings and
access to management
The AC meets at least four times each year. The
elected directors are supported by full-time
managers from within SLSA, while the state directors
are supported by their respective CEOs.
Management of significant
business risks
The 2009/10 period has seen further refinement to
our risk management processes. In March 2009, it
was determined that the AC and major operational
boards list strategic risk management as a standing
agenda item for each meeting. In response to this,
a major strategic review of SLSA’s risk profile was
carried out, covering all risk categories including
financial, operational, environmental and people risk.
This work has been translated into a draft SLSA Risk
Matrix and Risk Manual which is currently undergoing
a process of refinement. This document is due to be
presented for adoption during 2010/11.
Code of conduct
A code of conduct for directors, setting out
expectations and limitations is contained within the
corporate governance policy.
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Accountability
The AC is accountable to the members of SLSA Ltd.
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.
Independence
At the commencement of each AC meeting, the chair
asks for directors to declare conflicts of interest in
any agenda items. Under the AC’s current structure,
three directors have a portfolio (an operational area
of SLSA), while the other seven represent their state.
As with most other federated organisations, there is
inevitably the perception of tension between state
directors’ responsibilities to their state and their
fiduciary duties to SLSA Ltd. These fiduciary duties
are higher for a limited company such as SLSA Ltd
than for incorporated associations such as state
centres. It is the opinion of the chairman that all
state directors fulfilled their fiduciary duties first
and foremost to SLSA.
Obtaining independent advice
The AC is assisted in aspects of its operations with
external advice. Lander and Rogers Lawyers were
re‐appointed to provide our legal services at the
Annual General Meeting in October 2009, for a
period of twelve months. Our auditors, PKF, conduct
an annual internal audit, giving the AC independent
assurance and advice on operational matters. Jardine
Lloyd Thompson Australia Pty Ltd also provides
advice on insurance matters.
Throughout the year, SLSA also sought advice from
a range of other external consultants including the
Barrington Group who conducted the Organisational
Effectiveness Review.
Ethical standards
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 conflict of interest and pecuniary interest
in agenda items of board meetings ensures that,
where appropriate, members leave the meeting until
discussion is concluded.
Compliance issues
SLSA is a company limited by guarantee under the
Corporations Act 2001 (Commonwealth). Although
not active in this area, SLSA is also a registered
charitable institution under the NSW Charitable
Fundraising Act 1991 (NSW). The Surf Life Saving
Foundation (which reports separately) operates
under the charitable fundraising legislation in each
of the states and territories it is registered. The three
advisors noted above, Lander and Rogers Lawyers,
PKF and JLT also ensure compliance with relevant
legislation and regulation.
Compensation
Directors receive no compensation for their services.
Travel and accommodation costs associated with
meetings are met by SLSA.
Training
From time to time, presentations by outside experts
on strategic matters are made to the AC. Directors
have also been given the opportunity to attend
workshops and other conferences relating to
corporate governance at SLSA’s expense.
Subsidiary entities
As noted elsewhere, SLSA Ltd wholly owns a number
of subsidiary bodies. Southern Region SLSA Helicopter
Rescue Services P/L, Northern Region SLSA Helicopter
Rescue Services P/L and Surf Sports Australia P/L
provide rescue services in NSW. Their activities are
reported on page 60 and their financial results are
included as segment reporting in SLSA’s accounts.
Fiduciary duties
Monthly financial statements for SLSA Ltd and all
subsidiary companies are provided to the board.
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.
Pathways to board and committee
membership
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 strategic direction
for the organisation. Broadly speaking a person
can become a member of a board or 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 Governance Policy and also in the
SLSA Regulations.
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2009-10 Boards
and Committees
As one of the largest volunteer organisations in
Australia, we are dependent on the contribution
of our volunteer members from everything from
patrolling beaches, to providing overall strategic
direction for the organisation. Board and committee
members freely give up their time for the benefit
of Surf Life Saving.
Australian Council (AC)
The peak policy and decision body for Surf Life Saving
in Australia, made up of the President of SLSA, the
seven Presidents of each State and the Northern
Territory, the Directors of the organisation’s three
operational areas – Lifesaving, Surf Sports and
Development, and the Chief Executive Officer of
SLSA. The AC delegates the management of SLSA
to the Chief Executive Officer (BOM).
Name
Position
Ron Rankin AM President (Chair)
Peter George AM Director of Lifesaving
Rick Wright OAM* Director of Surf Sports
John Fitzgerald OAM Director of Development
Tony Haven President, SLSNSW
Ken Bird OAM President, SLSQ
Mike Martin President, SLSV
Bill Jamieson AFSM President, SLSSA
Greg Bird
President, SLST
Mark Irwin President, SLSWA
Bob Creek President, SLSNT
*Replaced Dave Thompson on 8 May, 2010.
Board of Management (BOM)
The BOM supports the CEO to fulfill his delegated
managment authority by the Australian Council.
The BOM is delegated management authority by
the Australian Council and is made up of the Chief
Executive Officers (or General Managers) of each
State and the Northern Territory, the CEO of SLSA and
senior managers of SLSA as required.
Brett Williamson SLSA CEO (Chair)
OAM
John Brennan SLSQ
Phil Vanny SLSNSW
Nigel Taylor ESM LSV
Tony van den Enden SLST
Elaine Farmer SLSSA
OAM JP
Paul Andrew SLSWA
Tony Snelling SLSNT
Norm Farmer ESM SLSA GM Strategic Development
Peter Agnew SLSA GM Operations
Chris Giles SLSA GM Executive Services
Dave Thompson SLSA GM Sports
Michael Hornby SLSA Group GM
Roger Thompson SLSA Finance Manager
Steve Francia SLSF Executive Director
Board of Development (BOD)
The BOD is responsible for the quality management
of clubs, school education, history, recognition,
leadership and organisational development of SLSA,
through overseeing activities designed to meet SLSA
developmental objectives. The Board of Development
is a skills-based board that is appointed by the
Australian Council.
John Fitzgerald OAM SLSA Director of Development
(Chair)
Vanessa Brown SLSA CEO Nominee
Graham Ford Board Member
Lyn Barratt Board Member
Mark Irwin Board Member
Kevin Larkins Board Member
Mike Martin Board Member
Board of Lifesaving (BOLS)
The BOLS is responsible for the development and
implementation of strategic lifesaving plans for
SLSA. It reviews, develops and maintains lifesaving
rules, policies, standards and lifesaving manuals
and encourages the expansion of services, including
professional lifeguard services. The Board consists
of the Director of Lifesaving, SLSA’s CEO (or nominee)
and the State Directors of Lifesaving.
Peter George AM SLSA Director of Lifesaving
(Chair)
Peter Agnew SLSA CEO Nominee
John Restuccia SLSNSW
Mark Fife
SLSQ
Mark Scott SLSV
Andrew Wells SLST
Bruce Hosking SLSSA
Renato Bruce SLSWA
Jo-Anne Gardiner SLSNT
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Board of Lifesaving Management (BOLSM)
The BOLSM is responsible for the operational
business of lifesaving and the ongoing development
and implementation of SLSA’s commercial
lifesaving businesses.
Peter Agnew SLSA GM Operations (Chair)
Dean Storey SLSNSW
George Hill SLSQ
Greg Scott SLSV
Alex Deane SLST
Shane Daw SLSSA
Chris Peck SLSWA
Tony Snelling SLSNT
Board of Surf Sports (BOSS)
The BOSS is responsible for the management and
development of the surf sports business, including
the event management of all nationally significant
surf sports events.
Rick Wright OAM* SLSA Director of Surf Sports
(Chair)
Dave Thompson# SLSA GM Sport
John Brennan
David Shields
Peter Pearce
John Wright
Brett Harrod
Don Alexander
John Holt
Ian Fullagar
*Replaced Dave Thompson on 8 May 2010
#Replaced Grant Baldock on 8 May 2010
Special Purpose Committees
Honours Committee
Initiates nominations to the appropriate authorities
on behalf of SLSA members considered eligible for
civil, sporting, community and other awards.
John Fitzgerald OAM (Chair)
Vanessa Brown
Prof. Ed Jaggard
Danny Hoyland OAM
Andrew Barnes
National Hall of Fame Panel
The Panel meets to discuss SLSA Hall of Fame
nominations, and makes recommendations to
the Australian Council about inductions to the Hall
of Fame.
Ron Rankin AM SLSA
Alan Whelpton AO NSW
Warren Rennin AM NSW
John Fitzgerald OAM SA
Vanessa Brown SLSA
Rules and Qualifications Committee
Oversees all matters affecting SLSA’s rules and
also peruses nominations for all officers, to ensure
nominees meet the requirements set out in
the regulations.
Phil McGibbon (Chair)
Simon Moriarty
Michael Byrnes
Surf Sports Selection Committee
Responsible for the selection of national teams
in accordance with SLSA selection policy.
Phillip Vanny (Chair)
Chris Gately
Stephen Fry
Brett Dowker (SLSA Head Coach)
Surf Sports Technical Committee
Responsible to the BOSS for technical and editorial
advice on rules and publications, and policy
formulation when directed.
Greg Allum OAM (Chair)
Paul Taylor (SLSA)
Stephen Strange
Rick Wright OAM
Allan Inwood
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Surf Sports Development Committee
Responsible for the overall development of surf
sports across all areas, including high performance,
officiating, sports science, youth development
and coaching.
Rick Wright OAM (Chair)
Paul Purcell (SLSA)
Brett Dowker (SLSA)
Don van Keimpema
Peter Kirkwood
Peter George AM
Athletes Commission
Provides a forum for athletes representing the
various surf sports disciplines to present their views
to the BOSS, Surf Sports Development Committee
and SLSA.
David Shields (Chair)
Shannon Eckstein Ironmen
Elizabeth Pluimers Ironwomen
Grant Hayes R&R
Zane Holmes Board and ski
Rebecca Hamilton Surf Boats
Gary Cook March Past
Chris Allum Swimming
Scott Bryant IRB
Sharon Brennan Lifesaving
Tiarne Smith Youth
Martin Lynch Masters
Ryan Hoffman Beach
Surf Sports Advisory Forum
Provides a forum for formal communications
between the BOSS and State Centres on surf
sports matters.
John Brennan (Chair) SLSQ
Dick Bignold SLSNSW
Peter Connell SLSQ
Neil Morarty OAM SLSV
Craig Rogerson SLST
Don Alexander SLSSA
Peter Ashby SLSWA
Charles Rue SLSNT
National Youth Development Committee
Responsible for discussing issues and implementing
programs relating to youth activities within
surf lifesaving.
John Fitzgerald OAM Chair
Vanessa Brown SLSA
Gary Chapman NSW
Sue Duncan QLD
Nancy Joseph VIC
Sharon Kemp TAS
Stephen Cornish SA
Wendy Moss WA
Julie Snelling NT
National Education Committee
Coordinates the operations of the Australian
Lifesaving Academy and discusses issues relating
to education.
Craig Delahoy Chair
Pamela Simon NSW
Peta Lawlor QLD
Brooke Irvine VIC
Alex Deane TAS
Joy Fisher
SA
Peter Ashby WA
Julie Snelling NT
Peter Agnew SLSA
Paul Taylor SLSA
Vanessa Brown SLSA
National Lifeguard Committee
The National Lifeguard Committee is responsible
for standardising the delivery of lifeguarding
services around Australia and discussing issues
surround lifeguarding.
Andre Slade (Chair) SLSA
Steve Leahy NSW
Greg Cahill QLD
Dale Richardson VIC
Alex Deane TAS
Shane Daw SA
Matt Duplessis WA
Tony Snelling NT
National Lifesaving Gear & Equipment
Committee
Coordinates the trial and evaluation of new/and
or modified lifesaving gear and equipment, and
discusses issues relating to surf lifesaving gear
and equipment.
Bree Corbett (Chair) SLSA
Henry Scruton NSW
Sue Neil
QLD
Graeme Hurrell VIC
Adrian Petrie TAS
Andrew Bedford SA
Matt Duplessis WA
Tony Snelling NT
Meritorious Awards & Lifesaving Selection
Committee
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.
Ron Rankin AM
Peter George AM
Mark Fife
Lyn Barratt
Andrew Chubb
President, SLSA
Director of Lifesaving
QLD
TAS
NSW
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National Helicopter Advisory Committee
Provides advice to SLSA on helicopter operations
and acts as a forum for helicopter interservice
consultation.
Ron Rankin AM SLSA
(Chair)
Brett Williamson SLSA
OAM
Warren Tozer NRHRS
Kris Beavis NRHRS
Cliff Marsh OAM Hunter HRS
Richard Jones Hunter HRS
Steven Leahy SRHRS
Ken Bird OAM SLSQ
John Brennan SLSQ
Phil Vanny SLSNSW
Paul Andrew SLSWA
Peter Marshman SLSSA
Paula Butler LSV
National History Committee
Advises, comments and submits recommendations
on the collection, conservation, management and
documentation of the history of surf lifesaving
in Australia.
Professor Ed Jaggard WA
Vanessa Brown SLSA
Stan Vesper NSW
Don Burchill OAM QLD
Prue Weber VIC
Ken Knight OAM TAS
Donald Henderson SA
Gary McKinnon NT
Finance, Audit and Compliance Committee
Assists the Australian Council in oversight of the
reliability and integrity of accounting policies,
financial reporting and disclosure practices.
Peter George AM SLSA
(Chair)
Ron Rankin AM SLSA
Brett Williamson SLSA
OAM
John Fraser OAM NSW
Neil Morarty OAM VIC
Appointments and Remuneration
Committee
Recommends the appointment of the CEO to the
Australian Council, reviews and reports proposed
remuneration packages for the CEO and senior
executives to the AC, and ensures adequate
human resource levels within the organisation.
The committee comprises:
Ron Rankin AM
Peter George AM
President, SLSA
Director of Lifesaving
Public Liability Claims Committee
Manages part of the public liability risk for all of
SLSA’s entities participating in and covered by SLSA’s
public liability insurance, and to authorise public
liability risk claims.
Brett Williamson SLSA
OAM
Peter Agnew SLSA
Phil Vanny NSW
John Brennan QLD
Information Technology and
Telecommunications Committee
This Committee makes recommendations to the
Board of Management on IT&T strategy, architecture,
standards and policy within Surf Life Saving.
Gary Daly (Chair) SLSA
Matt Hanks NSW
John Brennan QLD
Leigh Coutie VIC
Greg Bird
TAS
Shane Daw SA
Ryan Greenaway WA
Gary Wall
NT
Jonathan Farrell NSW
Robert Creek NT
National Marketing Committee
The National Marketing Committee provides advice
to the Board of Management on general and specific
marketing projects as required.
Michael Hornby SLSA
(Chair)
Natalie Harrison NSW
Kerry Clifford QLD
Guy Britt
VIC
Tony van den Enden TAS
Shane Daw SA
Scott Hine WA
Tony Snelling NT
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Honorary Advisors
The roles of SLSA’s honorary advisors are varied and are set out in the SLSA regulations.
Scott Andrews
National Radio Communications Officer
Dr Natalie Hood
National Medical Officer – Lifesaving
Nathan Gibbs
National Medical Officer – Sports Medicine
Anne-Marie Widermanski National Medical Officer – OH&S
Vacant
National Medical Officer – Marine Stingers
Richard Budd
National Power Craft Officer
Prof Ed Jaggard OAM National Historian
Vacant
National Archivist
Peter Kirkwood
National Surf Sports Coach Education Advisor
Donald
National Surf Sports Officials
Van Keimpema
Education Advisor
Donald
National Surf Sports Officials
Van Keimpema
Appointments & Welfare Advisor
Brett Dowker
National Surf Sports High Performance Advisor
Vacant
National Surf Sports Youth Advisor
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Surf Life Saving Australia staff
as at 28 September 2010
GM Strategic
Development
Norm Farmer
ESM
GM Operations
Peter Agnew
Research
Manager
Dr Shauna
Sherker
Lifesaving Admin
Assistant
TBC
Coastal Safety
Services Manager
Matt Thompson
Lifeguard
Manager
Andre Slade
Coastal Risk
Manager
Adam Weir
Training &
Education
Manager
Craig Delahoy
Lifesaving
Operations
Coordinator
Bree Corbett
Training &
Education
Resource
Development
Coordinator
Amy Teale
Public Education
Coordinator
Anthony
Bradstreet
Training &
Education
Administration
Coordinator
Rachael Bruce
Executive
Management
Group
Operational Staff Contract Roles
CEO
Brett Williamson OAM
EA to CEO
Aimee Freeman
GM Executive
Services
Chris Giles
Receptionist
Samantha
Hammond
Development
Manager
Vanessa Brown
IT Manager
Gary Daly
Development
Project
Coordinator
Michelle Hunt
IT Coordinator
Travis Klerck
Development
Services
Coordinator
Nathan Morton
IT Support
Officer
Andy
Hutchinson
Finance Manager
Roger Thompson
Accountant
Denham Howe
Assistant
Accountant
Ana Keffel
GM Sports
Dave Thompson
Sports Admin
Assistant
Holly Davis
Sports
Operations
Manager
Paul Taylor
Event
Operations
Manager
Sally
Fitzsimmons
High
Performance
Manager
Brett Dowker
Venue Manager
Craig Williams
High
Performance
and Sport
Development
Coordinator
Paul Purcell
Event
Coordinator
Natasha
Nicholas
Surf & Kayak
Talent Program
Coordinator
Lynda Lehmann
Event
Assistant
Jessica
Wethered
Rescue 2012
Event Manager
Marnie Lock
Surf Life Saving
Foundation
Group GM
Michael Hornby
Marketing/
Partnerships
Assistant
Melissa Gray
Marketing
Manager
Kate Smith
Partnerships
Manager
Cherie Baldock
Brand &
Campaign
Manager
Stephanie
Marsh
Partnerships
Executive
Zanna Brown
Graphic Designer
Tom Parsons
Media Manager
Lauren Ryan
Online
Communications
Manager
Jared Joffe
Media and
Communications
Executive
Matt Myers
Retail &
Licensing
Manager
Greg Ross-Smith
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Our staff
We have a dedicated team of paid staff, the majority
of who work at Surf House at Bondi Beach, with
a number of others based in other states. For our
organisational structure and staff list see page 78.
Staff in state centres and branches report to their
own boards and management team and are therefore
not included in this section.
Remuneration
We seek to remunerate our employees consistent
with the not-for-profit sector and our informal
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.
Performance and salary reviews
Employees participate in twice-yearly performance
reviews with their manager and/or the CEO. These
reviews are one of the various factors taken into
account in the annual salary reviews. We do not have
remuneration-based incentive arrangements.
Staff statisics as at 30 June, 2010
Workplace relations
Our staff operate under a collective workplace
agreement which covers general terms and
conditions of employment and provides the
flexibility to deal with non-standard work hours.
This agreement was reviewed and updated during
2009/10, with staff approving the new agreement
with an overwhelming majority. The nature of Surf
Life Saving activities requires significant amounts
of weekend work and under the terms of the
agreement, our employees are entitled to time-in-lieu
for work undertaken on a weekend. We have monthly
staff meetings where any employment related issues
that affect all staff are discussed.
Staff turnover and recruitment
As noted in previous annual reports, for many years
we have had a high level of staff turnover. We have
addressed this in a number of ways including staff
development retreats and a confidential survey. The
data below suggests these initiatives may be having
some positive impacts, with staff turnover in 2009/10
remaining consistent with the improved turnover
figure from 2008/09.
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Staff Member 2005/06 2006/07 2007/08 2008/09 2009/10
Executive Managers FTEs 6
% Male 100.00%
% Female 0.00%
Staff Departures 1
Staff Turnover 17%
Managers FTEs 6 12 11 13 15
% Male 83.33% 91.67% 90.91% 76.92% 60.00%
% Female 16.67% 8.33% 9.09% 23.08% 40.00%
Staff Departures 1 3 2 2 3
Staff Turnover 17% 50% 17% 18% 23%
Operational Staff FTEs 24 18 25 25 23
% Male 45.83% 33.33% 54.40% 36.00% 34.78%
% Female 54.17% 66.67% 41.60% 56.00% 56.52%
Staff Departures 7 10 13 10 9
Staff Turnover 33% 42% 72% 40% 36%
Total FTEs 30 30 36 38 44
% Male 53.33% 56.67% 65.56% 50.00% 52.27%
% Female 46.67% 43.33% 34.44% 50.00% 47.73%
Staff Departures 8 13 15 12 13
Staff Turnover 30% 43% 50% 33% 34%
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Equal opportunity
We meet all legislative requirements in terms of equal
opportunity and a bias-free workplace.
Professional development
We recognise the need to offer our employees the
opportunity for professional development and
have set aside a budget for this purpose. During the
reporting period all of our employees participated in
some form of professional development.
Occupational health and safety
For the most part 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. As with last year, there have
been no WorkCover claims. We have an OH&S
Committee which meets as the need arises to
discuss and implement recommendations on any
OH&S issue.
Many of our staff are also volunteer surf lifesavers
and from time to time are engaged in high-risk
activities. In these situations they are protected by
the full range of SLSA policies and insurances that
apply to all members (see page 110).
Environment and sustainability
We recognise that some of our activities have
a negative impact on the environment and our
Ecosurf program (see page 111) outlines various
ways in which the entire Surf Life Saving movement
is attempting to reduce this. The Ecosurf policy
(SLSA Policy 6.11) is currently undergoing a review
to consider the impacts of Surf Life Saving activities
on the environment, and the potential impacts that
environmental changes (eg. climate change) may have
on Surf Life Saving activities.
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Finance Manager's
Report
Overview of the year
As detailed in the President and CEO’s overview,
SLSA has continued to diversify revenue streams
throughout 2009-10. Fundraising and donation
income increased, while sponsorship income
remained steady. SLSA received additional
Government funding for completion of a major ICT
project over the next three years from 2009-10.
The following financial statements (page 84 to 106)
outline in detail, SLSA’s financial position.
About this financial report
This report covers the financial results of SLSA (parent
entity) and its subsidiaries, Southern Region SLSA
Helicopter Rescue Service P/L (SRHRS), Northern
Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service P/L (NRHRS)
and Surf Sports Australia P/L (SSA). For full details of
subsidiaries, refer Note 16 (see page 101).
Income statements
The 2009-10 consolidated surplus was $170,237.
This comprised a surplus of $220,015 for
lifesaving activities and a deficit of $49,778
for helicopter services.
In 2009-10, consolidated revenue increased to
$29,236,097 (2008-09 $27,723,602). Government
grants decreased to $7,259,959 (2008-09 $8,461,234),
due primarily to a grant for the Australian Lifesaving
Academy ending in 2008-09 ($3,201,616). This
was offset by new grants of $1,458,044 from the
Department of Health and Ageing for the ICT project
and $511,376 from the Department of Environment,
Water, Heritage and the Arts for water saving
grants. Sponsorship income remained steady at
$9,815,325 (2008-09 $9,846,680), while fundraising
and donations increased to $6,108,873 (2008-09
$3,549,644), primarily due to corporate donations
to SLSA increasing by $1,677,059 and corporate
donations to NRHRS increasing by $382,000 .
Other revenue decreased to $1,320,913 (2008-09
$1,979,474, which included an insurance claim of
$600,742 received by NRHRS). Sale of goods increased
to $1,015,215 (2008-09 $495,721) as SLSA again took
control of a direct retail program via an online store
which commenced in October 2010.
Expenditure on the administration of lifesaving
and competitions increased to $4,199,213
(2008‐09 $3,173,201). This included an increase in
costs associated with marketing, communications
and partner programs as the group continues to strive
for diversification of revenue streams. Expenditure on
phase one of the ICT project was $1,622,560.
Balance sheet
The net assets of the consolidated group have
remained steady at $23,659,817 (2008-09
$23,522,363) demonstrating the group’s solid
financial position. The current ratio (current
assets:current liabilities) of the group and the parent
entity continue to be well above the international
benchmark standard of one.
Property, plant and equipment increased by
$4,620,336 with SLSA’s purchase of land and buildings
at Rosebery in Sydney for new headquarters and
expenditure on improvements (total $3,817,448)
and the purchase by SRHRS of an additional aircraft
(total $1,921,424). Cash decreased by $2,285,842 and
financial assets decreased by $2,864,144.
Over the twelve month period, total group assets
decreased by $323,305 while total group liabilities
decreased by $460,759. The resulting increase in
group equity was $137,454 representing the surplus
of $170,237 and a write-off to reserves of $32,783 in
relation to NRHRS foreign currency contracts.
Cash flow statements
For the consolidated group, cash decreased by
$2,285,842. Net cash inflow from operating activities
was $895,907. Net cash outflow from investment
activities was $3,181,749 which comprised payments
of $6,347,211 for property, plant and equipment.
This was offset by proceeds of $3,050,512 from the
sale of investments and proceeds of $114,950 from
the sale of property, plant and equipment.
Roger Thompson
Finance Manager
8 October 2010
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Governance
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Financial Statements
Directors' report 84
Independent Auditors declaration 87
Financial statements 88
Notes to financial statements 92
Declared opinion 105
Independent Auditors report 106
Delivering
for life
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Directors'
Report
Surf Life Saving Australia Limited and its Subsidiaries
Acn: 003 147 180
Your Directors present this report on Surf Life Saving Australia Ltd and its
subsidiaries for the financial year ended 30 June 2010.
1. Directors
The names of each person who has been a Director during the year and at
the date of this report are:
Ronald Edwin Rankin AM
Gregory James Bird
Kenneth Charles Bird OAM
Robert William Creek
John Buchanan Fitzgerald OAM
Peter Brian George AM
Anthony Michael Haven
William Brame Jamieson AFSM
Michael James Martin
Mark Raymond Irwin
David Paul Thompson
Ian James Wright OAM
Consultant
Communications Consultant
Company Director
Data Centre Manager
Teacher
Consultant
Senior Manager
District Officer
Company Director
Company Director
Commercial Business Manager
(Resigned 7 May 2010)
Financial Administrator
(Appointed 8 May 2010)
Directors have been in office since the start of the financial year unless
otherwise stated.
2. Objectives
The primary objective of SLSA is to build the capacity of the whole
organisation, its people and frontline services to meet the growing needs
of beach visitors and SLSA members.
Strategic Management Plan
In May 2007, SLSA adopted a strategic management plan – Saving
Lives in the Water (2007-11). This plan provides a platform for strategic
development and operational delivery for SLSA and state centres.
The Directors regularly review the organisation’s performance against the
strategic and operational objectives outlined in the strategic management
plan. An important outcome of these organisational performance report
cards is the identification of key drivers which, when delivered, would
have an enabling effect on multiple strategic and operational objectives.
The key drivers identified in the most recent organisational performance
review were: growing lifesaving and emergency services capabilities;
enhancing knowledge/intelligence creation via research; building smart,
effective ICT systems; growing sustainable and diversified revenues;
improving alignment, integration and delivery of ‘owning the beach’
strategies and programs; enhancing and formalising SLSA’s peak authority
status and reputation; and, implementation of SLSA’s continuous
improvement plan.
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Achievement of Objectives
Growing lifesaving and emergency services
capabilities
In 2009/10, SLSA focused on the delivery of the SLSA
Total Service Plan, with an overarching strategy to
educate all Australians about rip currents and to
reinforce the message, “Swim between the Red and
Yellow flags”. Two targeted programs focusing on
rock fishers and international tourists and migrants
have also been developed, while local drowning
interventions continue to be funded under the SLSA
Black Spot Program. SLSA was a key contributor to
the 2010 Australian Water Safety Conference held
in May 2010 presenting on coastal risk assessment,
drowning prevention and research to an audience of
key water safety stakeholders.
Enhancing knowledge/intelligence creation
via research
2009/10 has seen the adoption of the National
Research Agenda by the Australian Council. This has
resulted in the creation of the Research Advisory
Committee and the engagement of a National
Research Manager to lead the expansion and
coordination of SLSA research activities to underpin
SLSA’s philosophy of evidence-based practice and
fostering innovation.
Building smart, effective ICT systems
SLSA’s revolutionary ICT change project, aimed at
improving the ICT systems used by SLSA’s 153,000 SLS
members, states, branches, clubs and staff nationally,
has made significant progress in 2009/10. The ICT
Project has been separated into three sub-phases,
with the project due for completion in June 2012.
Sub-Phase 1 was completed in June 2010.
Growing sustainable and diversified revenues
Following discussions between SLSA, the Surf
Life Saving Foundation (SLSF) and state centre
representatives, agreement was reached to establish
a national fundraising foundation. Work on redefining
our retail and licensing programs also continued. Our
retail program was also expanded during the year.
Improving alignment, integration and delivery of
‘owning the beach’ strategies and programs
To ensure SLSA continues to grow as an organisation,
we undertook a major survey of SLS members in
2009/10 to understand how we can better service our
membership. The results from the ‘Can Do’ member
survey were released at the beginning of 2010 and
identified ten key areas in which our members
thought we could improve. SLSA is working to
address these areas to ensure that we respond to the
needs of our membership. Extensive work was also
undertaken to create Surf Life Saving’s new brand
direction, due to be officially launched later in 2010.
Enhancing and formalising SLSA’s peak authority
status and reputation
SLSA and state centres continued to provide
substantive submissions to all levels of government
on a diverse range of topics including coastal
safety, emergency services, sport, education, notfor-profit
sector, social compact, climate change
and intellectual property. Quarterly “Beach Safe”
newsletters were also issued and the annual
“National Coastal Safety Report” was produced to
identify trends in coastal drowning deaths.
Implementation of SLSA’s continuous
improvement plan
An organisational effectiveness review was
completed during 2009/10 resulting in some forty
(40) recommendations across governance, strategy
and management. A continuous improvement plan
was subsequently developed to progress the issues
arising from the review. Implementation of many
key elements of the continuous improvement plan
such as revising the SLSA constitution, regulations
and governance policy were advanced considerably
during 2009/10.
3. Performance Measurement
Performance management against the strategic
management plan – Saving Lives in the Water
(2007‐11) plan is critical to ensure that resources
are being allocated based on priority and need. To
assist the Australian Council (AC) and management,
a regular reporting cycle has been developed which
allows for the acknowledgement of progress and
success, and the early identification of areas that
require further attention.
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Financial Statements
85

4. Principal Activities
The principal activities, in which the consolidated entity was engaged during the financial year ended
30 June 2010, were the administration of surf life saving activities and the management and operation of the
Westpac Helicopter Rescue Service. During the financial year there were no significant changes in the nature
of the consolidated entity’s activities.
5. Results Of Operations
The net consolidated profit of the consolidated entity for the financial year ended 30 June 2010 was $170,237
(2009: $129,521).
6. Members Liability
The parent entity is incorporated under the Corporations Act 2001, as 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 2010 the number of members was 153,626 (2009: 150,318).
7. Directors’ Benefits
Neither since the end of the financial year nor during the financial year has a Director received or become
entitled to receive a benefit (other than a benefit included in the aggregate amount of emoluments received or
due and receivable by Directors shown in the financial statements, or the fixed salary of a full-time employee
of the company or of a related body corporate) by reason of a contract made by the company or a related body
corporate with a Director or with a firm of which the Director is a member, or a company in which the Director
has a substantial financial interest.
8. Auditor’s Independence Declaration
The Directors received the attached independence declaration from the lead auditor of Surf Life Saving
Australia Limited.
This Directors’ Report is made and signed in accordance with a resolution of the Directors.
Ronald Edwin Rankin AM
Director
Sydney, 8 October 2010
Peter Brian George AM
Director
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Auditor's Independence Declaration
As lead auditor for the audit of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited for the year ended 30 June 2010, I declare that
to the best of my knowledge and belief there have been:
(a) no contraventions of the auditor independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 in relation to
the audit; and
(b) no contraventions of any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the audit.
This declaration is in respect of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited and the entities it controlled during the year.
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Statements of Comprehensive Income
For the year ended 30 June 2010
Note
2010
$
Consolidated
2009
$
2010
$
Parent Entity
Revenue from continuing operations 2 29,236,097 27,723,602 19,491,793 18,193,970
Other expenses 3 (29,065,860) (27,594,081) (19,429,638) (18,080,430)
2009
$
Profit before income tax expense 4 170,237 129,521 62,155 113,540
Income tax expense 1(d) – – – –
Profit from continuing operations 170,237 129,521 62,155 113,540
Profit for the year 170,237 129,521 62,155 113,540
Other comprehensive income:
Cash flow hedges – 32,783 – –
Other comprehensive income for the year,
– 32,783 – –
net of tax
Total comprehensive income for the year 170,237 162,304 62,155 113,540
The above statements of comprehensive income are to be read in conjunction with the attached notes.
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Statements of Financial Position
As at 30 June 2010
Current assets
Note
2010
$
Consolidated
2009
$
2010
$
Parent Entity
Cash and cash equivalents 18(a) 9,558,343 11,844,185 4,818,293 9,539,718
Trade and other receivables 5 2,386,955 2,057,165 1,889,561 1,435,673
Financial assets at fair value through profit
6 2,997,183 5,861,327 2,551,441 2,752,073
and loss
Inventories 7 886,762 977,424 203,531 94,502
Total current assets 15,829,243 20,740,101 9,462,826 13,821,966
Non current assets
Other financial assets 8 – 32,783 200,104 200,104
Property, plant & equipment 9 18,064,004 13,443,668 5,829,425 2,051,220
Total non current assets 18,064,004 13,476,451 6,029,529 2,251,324
2009
$
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Financial Statements
Total assets 33,893,247 34,216,552 15,492,355 16,073,290
Current liabilities
Trade and other payables 10 7,418,652 7,529,224 6,412,777 6,645,017
Provisions 11 629,502 449,087 280,023 175,808
Total current liabilities 8,048,154 7,978,311 6,692,800 6,820,825
Non current liabilities
Trade and other payables 10 2,145,500 2,632,000 2,145,500 2,632,000
Provisions 11 39,776 83,878 8,776 37,341
Total non current liabilities 2,185,276 2,715,878 2,154,276 2,669,341
Total liabilities 10,233,430 10,694,189 8,847,076 9,490,166
Net assets 23,659,817 23,522,363 6,645,279 6,583,124
Equity
Retained earnings 21,363,392 21,377,323 4,348,854 4,470,867
Special funds 15 2,296,425 2,112,257 2,296,425 2,112,257
Reserves 19 – 32,783 – –
Total equity 23,659,817 23,522,363 6,645,279 6,583,124
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 2010
Consolidated
Parent Entity
Note
Retained
Earnings
$
Special
Funds
$
Other
Reserves
$
Total
Equity
$
Retained
Earnings
$
Special
Funds
$
Total
Equity
$
Balance at 1 July 2008 21,539,594 2,020,440 – 23,560,034 4,649,119 2,020,440 6,669,559
Adjustment on change in
(199,975) – – (199,975) (199,975) – (199,975)
accounting policy
Restated total equity
balance at the beginning
of the financial year
21,339,619 2,020,440 – 23,360,059 4,449,144 2,020,440 6,469,584
Total comprehensive
129,521 – 32,783 162,304 113,540 – 113,540
income for the year
Amounts transferred to 15 (94,011) 94,011 – – (94,011) 94,011 –
special funds
Amounts transferred from 15 2,194 (2,194) – – 2,194 (2,194) –
special funds
Balance at 30 June 2009 21,377,323 2,112,257 32,783 23,522,363 4,470,867 2,112,257 6,583,124
Total comprehensive
170,237 – (32,783) 137,454 62,155 – 62,155
income for the year
Amounts transferred to 15 (186,368) 186,368 – – (186,368) 186,368 –
special funds
Amounts transferred from 15 2,200 (2,200) – – 2,200 (2,200) –
special funds
Balance at 30 June 2010 21,363,392 2,296,425 – 23,659,817 4,348,854 2,296,425 6,645,279
The above statements of changes in equity are to be read in conjunction with the attached notes.
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Statements of Cash Flows
For the year ended 30 June 2010
Cash flows from operating activities
Note
2010
$
Consolidated
2009
$
2010
$
Parent Entity
Receipts from sponsors, donors and customers 30,723,782 28,055,134 20,297,469 18,351,841
Payments to suppliers and employees (30,230,381) (25,402,666) (21,616,231) (16,365,697)
Interest received 402,506 411,877 234,450 218,917
Net cash inflow / (outflow) from operating
895,907 3,064,345 (1,084,312) 2,205,061
activities
Cash flows from investing activities
Proceeds from sale of financial assets at fair
3,050,512 2,707,500 387,000 2,707,500
value through profit and loss
Payments for property, plant and equipment (6,347,211) (1,361,549) (3,999,831) (58,202)
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and
114,950 135,155 11,759 25,905
equipment
Net cash inflow / (outflow) from investing
(3,181,749) 1,481,106 (3,601,072) 2,675,203
activities
Cash flows from financing activities
Loans to subsidiaries – – (36,041) (168,493)
Net cash outflow from financing activities – – (36,041) (168,493)
Net increase / (decrease) in cash and cash
(2,285,842) 4,545,451 (4,721,425) 4,711,771
equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of
11,844,185 7,298,734 9,539,718 4,827,947
the financial year
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year 18(a) 9,558,343 11,844,185 4,818,293 9,539,718
2009
$
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Financial Statements
The above statements of cash flows are to be read in conjunction with the attached notes.
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Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2010
1. Summary of significant accounting
policies
The financial report is a general purpose financial
report which has been prepared in accordance
with Australian Accounting Standards – Reduced
Disclosure Requirements, including the Australian
Accounting Interpretations and other authoritative
pronouncements of the Australian Accounting
Standards Board, Corporations Act 2001, Charitable
Fundraising Act 1991 and the Charitable Fundraising
Regulations 1993.
The financial report covers Surf Life Saving Australia
Limited as an individual entity and the consolidated
entity consisting Surf Life Saving Australia Limited
and its subsidiaries. Surf Life Saving Australia Limited
is incorporated and domiciled in Australia and is a
company limited by guarantee.
The consolidated financial statements are presented
in Australian dollars which is the functional currency
of the parent company and all of its subsidiaries.
The following is a summary of the principal
accounting policies adopted by the consolidated
entity in the preparation of the financial report. The
accounting policies have been consistently applied,
unless otherwise stated.
a) Basis of preparation
The financial statements have been prepared on the
historical cost basis. It does not take into account
changing money values. Cost is based on the fair
values of the consideration given in exchange
for assets.
b) Impairment of assets
At each reporting date, the entity reviews the
carrying values of its tangible assets to determine
whether there is any indication that those assets
have been impaired. If such an indication exists, the
recoverable amount of the asset, being the higher
of the asset’s fair value less costs to sell and value
in use, is compared to the asset’s carrying value.
Any excess of the asset’s carrying value over its
recoverable amount is expensed to the statement
of comprehensive income.
Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable
amount of an individual asset, the group estimates
the recoverable amount of the cash generating unit
to which the asset belongs.
c) Revenue recognition
Revenue from contracts is recognised when the
amount of revenue can be measured reliably and it is
probable that it will be received by the company.
Revenue from sponsorship and grant income is
recognised in the year to which it relates and can be
measured reliably and it is probable that it will be
received by the company.
Revenue from fundraising is recognised when the
amount of revenue can be measured reliably and it is
received by the company.
Other income is recognised when the amount of
revenue can be measured reliably and it is probable
that it will be received by the company. Interest
revenue is recognised on an effective yield basis. All
revenue is stated net of the amount of goods and
services tax (GST).
d) Income tax
The parent entity is exempt from taxation by
virtue of item 1.1 of section 50-5 of the Income Tax
Assessment Act 1997.
e) Principles of consolidation
The consolidated financial statements combine the
financial statements of Surf Life Saving Australia
Limited and all its subsidiaries (refer Note 16). A
controlled entity is any entity controlled by Surf
Life Saving Australia Limited. Control exists where
Surf Life Saving Australia Limited has the capacity
to dominate the decision-making in relation to the
financial and operating policies of another entity so
that the other entity operates with Surf Life Saving
Australia Limited to achieve the objectives of Surf
Life Saving Australia Limited. A list of subsidiaries
is contained in Note 16 to the financial report.
Subsidiaries are included in the consolidated entity
from the date that control commences until the
date control ceases. In the parent entity’s financial
statements, investments in subsidiaries are carried
at cost.
The effects of all transactions between entities in
the consolidated group have been eliminated in
full and the consolidated financial statements have
been prepared using uniform accounting policies
for like transactions and other events in similar
circumstances. Accounting policies of subsidiaries
have been changed where necessary to ensure
consistency with those policies applied by the
parent entity.
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Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2010
f) Financial instruments
Recognition
Financial instruments are initially measured at cost
on trade date, which includes transaction costs, when
the related contractual rights or obligations exist.
Subsequent to initial recognition these instruments
are measured and set out below:
Financial assets at fair value through profit and loss
Financial assets at fair value through profit and loss
are financial assets held for trading. A financial asset
is classified in this category if it is acquired principally
for the purpose of selling in the short term. Assets in
this category are classified as current assets.
Loans and receivables
Loans and receivables are non-derivative financial
assets with fixed or determinable payments that
are not quoted in an active market and are stated at
amortised cost using the effective interest rate.
Available-for-sale financial assets
Available-for-sale financial assets include any financial
assets not included in the above categories. Availablefor-sale
financial assets are reflected at fair value.
Unrealised gains and losses arising from changes in
fair value are taken directly to equity.
Financial liabilities
Non-derivative financial liabilities are recognized at
amortised cost, comprising original debt less principal
payments and amortisation.
Impairment
At each reporting date, the company assesses
whether there is objective evidence that a financial
instrument has been impaired. Impairment
losses are recognised in the Statement of
Comprehensive Income.
g) Derivatives
Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value on
the date a derivative contract is entered into and
are subsequently remeasured to their fair value at
each reporting date. The accounting for subsequent
changes in fair value depends on whether the
derivative is designated as a hedging instrument, and
if so the nature of the item being hedged.
The Consolidated Entity has entered into foreign
exchange contracts to manage the risk of currency
movements on the purchase of new aircraft or
substantial parts and components.
Foreign exchange management is undertaken
in order to minimise possible adverse effects
for movements in exchange rates. As such the
Consolidated Entity has designated the forward
foreign exchange contract as a hedge of the cash
flows of recognised assets and liabilities and highly
probable forecast transactions (cash flow hedges).
The Consolidated Entity documents at the inception
of the hedging transaction the relationship between
hedging instruments and hedged items, as well
as its risk management objective and strategy
for undertaking various hedge transactions. The
Consolidated Entity also documents its assessment,
both at hedge inception and on an ongoing basis,
of whether the derivatives that are used in hedging
transactions have been and will continue to be highly
effective in offsetting changes in fair values or cash
flows of hedged items.
The effective portion of changes in the fair value of
derivatives that are designated and qualify as cash
flow hedges is recognised in equity in the hedging
reserve (within other reserves). The gain or loss
relating to the ineffective portion is recognised
immediately in the statement of comprehensive
income within other income or other expense.
Amounts accumulated in equity are recycled in the
statement of comprehensive income in the periods
when the hedged item will affect profit or loss.
When derivative instruments do not qualify
for hedge accounting, changes in fair value are
recognised immediately in the statement of
comprehensive income.
h) Inventories
Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and
net realisable value. Costs have been assigned to
inventory quantities on hand at balance date using
average cost.
i) Property, plant & equipment & depreciation
Freehold land is stated at cost and is not depreciated.
Buildings are stated at cost and are depreciated over
an estimated useful life of 40 years.
Plant and equipment is stated at cost. Plant and
equipment is depreciated using the prime cost
method and rates of between 15% and 36%.
Motor vehicles are stated at cost. Motor vehicles are
depreciated using the prime cost method of 22.5%.
Aircraft relates to the helicopters owned and leased
by the consolidated entity. Aircraft and equipment
are depreciated using the prime cost method.
The depreciation rates for each aircraft will vary
considerably and are based on the estimated useful
lives of the individual assets. The depreciation rates
used are:
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Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2010
Aircraft at valuation 5% – 29%
Aircraft and equipment at cost 5% – 33%
j) Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand,
deposits held at call with banks, other short term,
highly liquid investments with original maturities of
three months or less, and bank overdrafts.
k) Employee entitlements
Annual leave entitlements have been measured
at nominal value regardless of whether they are
expected to be settled within twelve months of
balance date.
Long service leave entitlements have been measured
at the present value of the estimated future cash
outflows in respect of services provided up to balance
date. Liabilities are determined after taking estimated
on-costs into consideration.
l) Leased assets
Leased assets classified as finance leases are
capitalised as fixed assets. The amount initially
brought to account is the present value of minimum
lease payments.
A finance lease is one that effectively transfers
from the lessor to the lessee, substantially all the
risks and benefits incidental to ownership of the
leased property.
Capitalised leased assets are amortised on a straightline
basis over the estimated useful life of the asset to
the entity.
Finance lease payments are allocated between
interest expenses and reduction of lease liability
over the term of the lease. The interest expense is
determined by applying the interest rate implicit
in the lease to the outstanding lease liability at the
beginning of each lease payment period.
Operating lease payments are charged as an expense
in the year in which they are incurred.
m) Government grants
Government grants are recognised at fair value where
there is reasonable assurance that the grant will be
received and all grant conditions will be met. Grants
relating to expense items are recognised as income
over the periods necessary to match the grant to the
costs they are compensating. Grants relating to assets
are credited to deferred income at fair value and are
credited to income over the expected useful life of
the asset on a straight line basis.
n) Critical accounting estimates and judgments
Estimates and judgments are continually evaluated
and are based on historical experience and other
factors, including expectations of future events
that are believed to be reasonable under the
circumstances.
The Directors evaluate estimates and judgments
incorporated in the financial report based on
historical knowledge and best available current
information. Estimates assume a reasonable
expectation of future events and are based on
current trends and economic data, obtained both
externally and from within the consolidated group.
Key estimates – Impairment
The consolidated entity assesses impairment at each
reporting date by evaluating conditions specific to the
company that may lead to the impairment of assets.
Where an impairment trigger exists, the recoverable
amount of the asset is determined.
o) Foreign currency transactions and balances
Foreign currency transactions are translated
into the functional currency using the exchange
rates prevailing at the date of the transaction.
Foreign currency monetary items are translated
at the year end exchange rate. Non-monetary
items measured at historical cost continue to be
carried at the exchange rate at the date of the
transaction. Exchange differences arising on the
translation of monetary items are recognised in the
statement of comprehensive income, except where
deferred in equity as a qualifying cash flow or net
investment hedge.
Exchange differences arising on the translation
of non-monetary items are recognised directly in
equity to the extent that the gain or loss is directly
recognised in equity, otherwise the exchange
difference is recognised in the statement of
comprehensive income.
p) Changes in comparative figures
When required by Accounting Standards,
comparative figures have been adjusted to conform
with changes in presentation for the current
financial year.
The consolidated entity has reviewed the treatment
of available-for-sale financial assets. As a result of this
review, the consolidated amount of $5,861,327, in the
financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2009,
was identified as being incorrectly classified as an
available-for-sale financial asset. This amount should
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Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2010
have been classified as financial assets at fair value
through profit and loss.
This has been adjusted in this financial report by
correctly classifying these financial assets in the
statements of financial position for the year ended
30 June 2009 and related notes. This reclassification
has not quantitatively impacted the statements
of comprehensive income, statements of financial
position, statements of changes in equity or
statements of cash flows as these assets were
accounted for in accordance with the consolidated
entity’s policy on financial assets at fair value through
profit and loss as per note 1(f).
q) Parent company inclusion
ASIC Class Order [CO 10/654] has been adopted in the
preparation of these financial statements. This class
order allows companies that present consolidated
financial statements to include parent entity financial
statements as part of their financial report under
Chapter 2M of the Corporations Act 2001. Entities
taking advantage of the relief are not required to
present the summary parent entity information
otherwise required by regulation 2M.3.01 of the
Corporations Regulations 2001.
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Financial Statements
r) Financial statement presentation
The consolidated entity has applied the revised
AASB101 Presentation of Financial Statements
which became effective 1 January 2009. The revised
standard requires the separate presentation of
a statement of changes in equity. All non-owner
changes in equity must now be presented in
the statement of comprehensive income. As a
consequence, the consolidated entity had to
change the presentation of its financial statements.
Comparative information has been re-presented so
that it is also in conformity with the revised standard.
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Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2010
2. Revenue from continuing operations
2010
$
Consolidated
2009
$
2010
$
Parent Entity
Government grants 7,259,959 8,461,234 7,259,959 8,461,234
Sponsorship 9,815,325 9,846,680 7,015,162 6,667,936
Fundraising and donations 6,108,873 3,549,644 1,851,352 174,293
Contract revenue 1,945,367 1,872,990 – –
Other revenue 1,320,913 1,979,474 1,027,766 1,258,895
Interest 405,265 383,379 234,450 218,917
Sale of goods 1,015,215 495,721 1,015,215 495,721
Gains on financial assets through profit and loss 257,872 175,724 186,368 91,229
Hire of helicopter 127,569 74,317 – –
Royalty and trademark revenue 255,604 226,223 255,605 226,223
Club payment for subsidised rescue equipment 309,287 383,624 309,287 383,624
Competition entry fees 414,848 274,592 336,629 215,898
3. Expenses
2009
$
29,236,097 27,723,602 19,491,793 18,193,970
Lifesaving 9,491,782 11,449,503 9,499,282 11,449,503
Competitions 5,097,754 4,871,309 3,345,205 3,125,387
Administration of lifesaving and competitions 4,199,213 3,173,201 4,187,680 3,164,708
Information and communication technology project
1,622,560 – 1,622,560 –
development
Cost of sales 570,377 335,203 570,377 335,203
Helicopter administration and finance 857,695 796,568 – –
Helicopter operations 5,453,698 5,160,518 – –
Helicopter fundraising 1,767,023 1,774,897 – –
Foreign exchange loss 2,465 – – –
Net loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment 3,293 32,882 – 5,629
Forgiveness of loan to subsidiary – – 204,534 –
29,065,860 27,594,081 19,429,638 18,080,430
4. Profit before income tax includes the following
specific expenses
As expenses
Net loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment 3,293 32,882 – 5,629
Forgiveness of Loan to Subsidiary – – 204,534 –
Employee entitlements expense 136,313 59,278 75,649 21,758
Write-down of inventories to net realisable value 197,523 19,365 56,916 19,365
Depreciation/amortisation expenses 1,683,880 1,531,915 209,867 179,967
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Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2010
5. Trade and other receivables
2010
$
Consolidated
2009
$
2010
$
Parent Entity
Trade receivables 1,663,656 1,369,304 1,467,667 977,366
Other receivables 723,299 687,861 421,894 289,814
Loan to subsidiary – – – 168,493
2009
$
2,386,955 2,057,165 1,889,561 1,435,673
During the year, loans to Surf Sports Australia Pty Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary, amounting to $204,534 were forgiven.
6. Financial assets at fair value through profit and loss
Investments in managed funds at fair value 2,997,183 5,861,327 2,551,441 2,752,073
2,997,183 5,861,327 2,551,441 2,752,073
Included in investments in managed funds are amounts set aside to facilitate the requirements of Special Funds, as
designated in Note 15.
7. Inventories
Finished goods at cost 257,091 152,156 203,531 94,502
Stock of aircraft spare parts at cost 489,064 – – –
Stock of aircraft spare parts at net realisable value 140,607 825,268 – –
886,762 977,424 203,531 94,502
8. Other financial assets (non current)
Forward exchange contract (cash flow hedge) (Note 1 (g)
– 32,783 – –
and Note 19)
Unlisted investments in subsidiaries at cost (Note 16) – – 200,104 200,104
– 32,783 200,104 200,104
9. Property, plant and equipment
Freehold land at cost 1,595,453 5,453 1,590,000 –
Building at cost 5,420,673 3,194,356 4,332,448 2,105,000
Less: Accumulated depreciation (714,753) (606,544) (469,487) (385,917)
6,301,373 2,593,265 5,452,961 1,719,083
Aircraft and equipment at cost 16,787,844 15,426,971 – –
Less: Accumulated depreciation (5,972,960) (5,418,654) – –
10,814,884 10,008,317 – –
Plant and equipment at cost 2,268,842 2,012,925 1,058,818 905,589
Less: Accumulated depreciation (1,623,814) (1,486,903) (740,505) (650,260)
645,028 526,022 318,313 255,329
Motor vehicles at cost 528,765 512,600 181,519 188,545
Less: Accumulated depreciation (226,046) (196,536) (123,368) (111,737)
302,719 316,064 58,151 76,808
Total property, plant and equipment at cost 26,601,577 21,152,305 7,162,785 3,199,134
Less: Accumulated depreciation (8,537,573) (7,708,637) (1,333,360) (1,147,914)
18,064,004 13,443,668 5,829,425 2,051,220
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Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2010
During August 2005, Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Ltd (SRSLSA), a wholly owned subsidiary
of SLSA, entered into an agreement with Landcom whereby SRSLSA was granted a 99 year lease for a building
at peppercorn rent. Under the terms of the agreement, the building and leasehold improvements are owned
by Landcom.
In 2010, the Directors commissioned an independent valuation to be undertaken for the leasehold improvements
on the property. These leasehold improvements were valued on 30 June 2010 at $4,300,000. The valuation was
performed on a depreciated replacement cost basis.
9. Property, plant and equipment (continued)
Land &
Buildings
Aircraft &
Equipment
Plant &
Equipment
Motor
Vehicles
Total
$
Movements in Carrying Value
$
$
$
$
Consolidated
Balance at 1 July 2009 2,593,265 10,008,317 526,022 316,064 13,443,668
Additions – at cost 3,817,448 2,135,927 270,446 185,072 6,408,893
Transfers – (18,825) 18,825 – –
Disposals – at cost – (612,611) – (168,907) (781,518)
Disposals – accumulated depreciation – 612,611 – 64,230 676,841
Depreciation charge (109,340) (1,310,535) (170,265) (93,740) (1,683,880)
Carrying amount at 30 June 2010 6,301,373 10,814,884 645,028 302,719 18,064,004
Parent Entity
Balance at 1 July 2009 1,719,083 – 255,329 76,808 2,051,220
Additions – at cost 3,817,448 – 153,229 29,154 3,999,831
Disposals – at cost – – – (36,180) (36,180)
Disposals – accumulated depreciation – – – 24,421 24,421
Depreciation charge (83,570) – (90,245) (36,052) (209,867)
Carrying amount at 30 June 2010 5,452,961 – 318,313 58,151 5,829,425
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Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2010
10. Trade and other payables
2010
$
Consolidated
2009
$
2010
$
Parent Entity
Current
Trade payables 1,743,120 1,662,912 1,382,242 1,297,378
Other payables 420,875 705,930 178,383 593,060
Income in advance 3,916,472 3,948,517 3,513,967 3,542,714
Public liability claims pool (see below) 1,338,185 1,211,865 1,338,185 1,211,865
7,418,652 7,529,224 6,412,777 6,645,017
Non Current
Income in Advance 2,145,500 2,632,000 2,145,500 2,632,000
2,145,500 2,632,000 2,145,500 2,632,000
The public liability claims pool is administered by Surf Life Saving Australia Limited (SLSA) on behalf of all its State Centres to
manage part of the public liability risk for all of SLSA’s entities covered by SLSA’s public liability insurance.
11. Provisions
Current
Employee entitlements 629,502 449,087 280,023 175,808
Non Current
Employee entitlements 39,776 83,878 8,776 37,341
Aggregate employee entitlements 669,278 532,965 288,799 213,149
2009
$
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Financial Statements
Annual
Leave
Long Service
Leave
Total
Movement in Provisions
Consolidated
Opening balance 1 July 2009 366,728 166,237 532,965
Additional provisions raised during the year 343,680 59,071 402,751
Amounts used (249,004) (17,434) (266,438)
Balance at 30 June 2010 461,404 207,874 669,278
Parent Entity
Opening balance 1 July 2009 175,808 37,341 213,149
Additional provisions raised during the year 180,149 8,289 188,438
Amounts used (112,788) - (112,788)
Balance at 30 June 2010 243,169 45,630 288,799
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Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2010
12. Commitments for expenditure
Capital commitments
Surf Life Saving Australia Limited has entered into an agreement to pay $95,697 (2009: Nil) for the installation of air
conditioning systems for the building located at 789 Botany Road, Rosebery, NSW.
Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Ltd has entered into an agreement to pay $153,054 (2009: Nil) for the
supply of a hoist.
Northern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Ltd has no capital commitments (2009: Aircraft equipment purchase
$144,338; USD $88,921 ).
Forward exchange contract
Northern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Ltd entered into forward exchange contracts to buy and sell specified
amounts of foreign currency in the future at stipulated exchange rates. The objective is to protect the company from
unfavourable exchange rate movements related to the purchase of aircraft equipment.
At balance date the outstanding forward exchange contracts are:
2010 2009
$USD $USD
Sell Australian Dollars/Buy US Dollars
– Settlement: within 6 months ($) – 88,921
– Average exchange rate – 0.6160
The Westpac bank holds a security over a term deposit to secure the foreign exchange contracts.
Operating Leases
Northern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Ltd has entered into operating leases for the use of shop space for
fundraising activities over the next 3 years, which will give rise to an annual expense of $76,332. Future expenditure for use
of shop space are as follows:
2010 2009
$ $
Within one year 69,072 42,210
Within two years 61,836 69,072
Within three years 32,958 61,836
Total 163,866 173,118
13. Contingencies
SLSA manages a public liability claims pool on behalf of all SLSA’s State Centres. An actuarial review has indicated that the
funds held in the pool will be sufficient to cover the cost of all expected claims.
SLSA has arranged a bank guarantee for $40,920 (2009: Nil) for the purpose of a security deposit for building development
at 789 Botany Road, Rosebery NSW.
14. Members’ equity issued capital
The parent entity is incorporated under the Corporations Act 2001, as 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 2010 the number of
members was 153,626 (2009: 150,318).
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Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2010
15. Special funds
2010
$
Consolidated
2009
$
2010
$
Parent Entity
Funds have been set aside (Note 6) for specific purposes
and are detailed as follows:
Academy fund 730,446 680,222 730,446 680,222
Building fund 417,916 375,971 417,916 375,971
Lifesaving equipment fund 18,546 18,546 18,546 18,546
Lifesaving surveillance cameras 47,800 50,000 47,800 50,000
Overseas touring fund 63,544 63,544 63,544 63,544
Strategic development fund 25,594 25,594 25,594 25,594
Long term reserve 992,579 898,380 992,579 898,380
2,296,425 2,112,257 2,296,425 2,112,257
Movement in special funds
Balance at beginning of financial year 2,112,257 2,020,440 2,112,257 2,020,440
Plus:
Appropriation of income received relating to funds 186,368 94,011 186,368 94,011
Less:
Approved expenditure from funds (2,200) (2,194) (2,200) (2,194)
Balance at end of financial year 2,296,425 2,112,257 2,296,425 2,112,257
2009
$
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Financial Statements
This year $2,200 (2009: $2,194) of Special Funds were drawn down to run specific programs as per the SLSA Business Plan.
Country of
Incorporation
Percent of shares held
16. Details of Subsidiaries
Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Ltd (1) Australia 100 100
Northern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Ltd (1) (2) Australia 100 100
SLSA Helicopters Pty Ltd Australia 100 100
Surf Sports Australia Pty Ltd Australia 100 100
(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) Not Audited by PKF.
2010
%
2009
%
101

Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2010
17. Related party transactions
Controlling entity
The ultimate parent entity is Surf Life Saving Australia Limited.
Ownership interests in related
parties
Information in relation to ownership interests in subsidiaries are provided in note 16:
Directors and director related
entities
The Directors of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited during the year were:
Ronald Edwin Rankin AM
Consultant
Gregory James Bird
Communications Consultant
Kenneth Charles Bird OAM
Company Director
Robert William Creek
Data Centre Manager
John Buchanan Fitzgerald OAM Teacher
Peter Brian George AM
Consultant
Anthony Michael Haven
Senior Manager
William Brame Jamieson AFSM District Officer
Michael James Martin
Company Director
Mark Raymond Irwin
Company Director
David Paul Thompson Commercial Business Manager (Resigned 7 May 2010)
Ian James Wright OAM Financial Administrator (Appointed 8 May 2010)
During the year, Directors did not receive any remuneration or other benefits from the group.
During the year $13,052 (2009: $4,114) was paid to Warren Rennie AM, a Director of a related entity for printing services
provided. The services provided were on a commercial basis.
Transactions within the wholly owned group
The following amounts were paid to the parent entity from subsidiaries during the year:
Marketing fee from Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service – 70,000
Support staff services fee from Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service – 30,000
The following amounts were paid from the parent entity to a subsidiary entity during the year:
Surf Sports Australia Pty Ltd – short term loan 36,041 168,493
Surf Sports Australia Pty Ltd – contribution for Kellogg’s Iron Man series 62,400 –
Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service – contribution for Surfcom 16,500 –
The following amounts were receivable by the parent entity from its subsidiaries at the end
of the financial year:
Surf Sports Australia Pty Ltd* – 168,493
Northern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Ltd 222 616
Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Ltd – 18,822
* Loan to Surf Sports Australia Pty Ltd $204,534 was forgiven during the year.
The following amounts were payable by the parent entity to its subsidiary at the end of the
financial year:
Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Ltd – 8,250
2010
$
2009
$
102

Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2010
18. Cash and cash equivalents
(a)
(b)
For the purposes of the Cash Flow Statement, cash includes cash on hand and in banks and investments in money market
instruments, net of outstanding bank overdrafts. Cash at the end of the financial year as shown in the statement of cash
flows is reconciled to the related items in the statements of financial position as follows:
Consolidated
Parent Entity
Cash at bank 2,815,395 4,748,271 1,527,347 4,256,152
Interest bearing deposits 6,742,948 7,095,914 3,290,946 5,283,566
2010
$
2009
$
2010
$
2009
$
9,558,343 11,844,185 4,818,293 9,539,718
Included in cash and interest bearing deposits above are the following amounts which are restricted for the use of
facilitating the ongoing Information and Communication Technology project, future purchase of aircraft, and facilitating
requirements identified by Surf Life Saving Australia Limited’s (SLSA’s) management of the public liability claims pool on
behalf of all SLSA’s State Centres:
Information and communication technology funds 3,054,343 4,400,000 3,054,343 4,400,000
Funds for future purchase of aircraft 1,277,088 200,544 – –
Public liability claims pool (Note 10) 1,338,185 1,211,865 1,338,185 1,211,865
Financing arrangements
The following facilities were in place at balance date
Consolidated
Parent Entity
Total and unused facilities
Bank overdraft facility 150,000 150,000 – –
19. Reserves
Consolidated
Parent Entity
Hedging Reserve – cash flow hedges
Balance at the beginning of the financial year 32,783 – – –
Revaluation of forward contracts to fair value at balance
– 32,783 – –
date
Transfer of fair value at settlement date of forward
(32,783) – – –
contracts
Balance at the end of the year – 32,783 – –
The hedging reserve is used to record gains or losses on a hedging instrument in a cash flow hedge that is recognised directly
in equity, as described in note 1(g). Amounts are recognised in profit and loss when the associated hedged transaction
affects profit and loss.
20. Financial Risk Management
For all assets and liabilities the net fair value approximates their carrying value.
21. Events occurring after the reporting period
There has not arisen in the interval since 30 June 2010 and up to the date of this report, any matter that, in the opinion of
the Directors, has significantly affected or may significantly affect the operations of the consolidated entity, the results of
those operations or the state of affairs of the consolidated entity in future financial years.
2010
$
2010
$
2009
$
2009
$
2010
$
2010
$
2009
$
2009
$
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Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2010
22. Company details
The registered office and principal place of business of the company is 1 Notts Avenue, Bondi Beach, NSW 2026
23. Additional Disclosures required by the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 and the Charitable Fundraising
Regulations 1993
(a) Fundraising Appeals conducted during the year
Donations, wages supporters, housie, raffles, special events, promotional sales and helicopter sponsorship.
(b) Information on any material occurrence
Surf Life Saving Australia Limited, Southern Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Limited and Northern Region SLSA
Helicopter Rescue Service Pty Limited, after consolidation entries, earned an operating profit including abnormal items for
the year ended 30 June 2010 of $12,377 compared to an operating profit of $174,296 for the year ended 30 June 2009.
Consolidated
Parent Entity
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
Details of Aggregate Gross Income and Total Expenses of Fundraising Appeals
Gross proceeds: 6,108,872 1,851,352
Less Total costs: (1,770,803) –
Net Surplus from fundraising appeals 4,338,069 1,851,352
Gross income does not include corporate sponsorships for the parent company as these are considered commercial
arrangements with contracted deliverables rather than fundraising appeals.
Details of gross income and aggregate expenses of appeals conducted jointly with traders
No appeals were conducted jointly with traders during the year.
Statement showing how funds received were applied to Charitable Purposes
(i) Net surplus from fundraising appeals 4,338,069 1,851,352
(ii) This is applied to the charitable purposes in the following manner:
Expenditure on direct services (17,632,590) (12,182,672)
Expenditure on indirect services (9,606,788) (6,972,532)
Total Expenditure (27,239,378) (19,155,204)
Shortfall (22,901,309) (17,303,852)
(iii) The Shortfall of $22,901,309 was funded by corporate sponsorship, government grants and cost recovery charges
received from various bodies.
Comparisons by Monetary figures and percentages
Consolidated
$
%
Total cost of fundraising/gross income from fundraising 1,770,803 / 6,108,872 29%
Net surplus from fundraising/gross income from
4,338,069 / 6,108,872 71%
fundraising
Total costs of direct services/total expenditure 17,632,590 / 27,239,378 65%
Total costs of direct services/total income received 17,632,590 / 27,456,289 64%
Parent Entity
$
%
Total cost of fundraising/gross income from fundraising -/ 1,851,352 0%
Net surplus from fundraising/gross income from
1,851,352 / 1,851,352 100%
fundraising
Total costs of direct services/total expenditure 12,182,672 / 19,155,204 64%
Total costs of direct services/total income received 12,182,672 / 19,487,413 63%
2010
$
2010
$
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Declared Opinion
Declaration by Chief Executive Officer in respect of fundraising appeals
I, Brett Duncan Williamson OAM, CEO of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited declare, in my opinion:
i. The statements of comprehensive income give a true and fair view of all income and expenditure of the
consolidated entity with respect to fundraising appeals;
ii. The statements of financial position give a true and fair view of the state of affairs with respect to
fundraising appeals;
iii. The provisions of the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991, the regulations under the Act and the conditions
attached to the fundraising authority have been complied with; and
iv. The internal controls exercised by the consolidated entity are appropriate and effective in accounting for
all income received and applied by Surf Life Saving Australia from any of its fundraising appeals.
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Financial Statements
Brett Duncan Williamson OAM
Chief Executive Officer
Sydney, 8 October 2010
Directors' declaration for the year ended 30 June 2010
The Directors of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited declare that:
1. In the directors’ opinion, the financial statements and notes of the Company and the consolidated entity are
in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001, included that they:
a. comply with Australian Accounting Standards – Reduced Disclosure Requirements and the Corporations
Regulations 2001; and
b. give a true and fair view of the financial position of the company as at 30 June 2010 and of their
performance represented by the results of their operations and their cash flows for the year ended on that
date; and
2. In the Directors’ opinion there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its
debts as and when they become due and payable.
This declaration is made in accordance with a resolution of the Board of Directors
Ronald Edwin Rankin AM
Director
Sydney, 8 October 2010
Peter Brian George AM
Director
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Independent Auditor's Report
To the members of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited
Report on the Financial Report
We have audited the accompanying financial report of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited, which comprises the
statement of financial position as at 30 June 2010, and the statement of comprehensive income, statement of
changes in equity and statement of cash flows for the year ended on that date, other explanatory notes and the
directors’ declaration for the consolidated entity. The consolidated entity comprises Surf Life Saving Australia
Limited and the entities it controlled at the year’s end or from time to time during the financial year.
Directors’ Responsibility for the Financial Report
The directors of the company are responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report in
accordance with Australian Accounting Standards – Reduced Disclosure Requirements, and the Corporations Act
2001.This responsibility includes establishing and maintaining internal controls relevant to the preparation and
fair presentation of the financial report that is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error;
selecting and applying appropriate accounting policies; and making accounting estimates that are reasonable in
the circumstances.
Auditor’s Responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial report based on our audit. We conducted our audit in
accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. These Auditing Standards require that we comply with relevant
ethical requirements relating to audit engagements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable
assurance whether the financial report is free from material misstatement.
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Auditor’s Opinion
In our opinion the financial report of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited is in accordance with the Corporations Act
2001, including:
(a) giving a true and fair view of the consolidated entity’s financial position as at 30 June 2010 and of its
performance for the year ended on that date; and
(b) complying with Australian Accounting Standards – Reduced Disclosure Requirements and the Corporations
Regulations 2001.
Report on Other Legal and Regulatory Requirements
We also report that:
(a) the financial statements show a true and fair view of the financial result of fundraising appeals for the year
ended 30 June 2010, as required by the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991;
(b) the accounting and associated records of Surf Life Saving Australia Limited have been kept in accordance
with the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 and the Regulations for the year ended 30 June 2010;
(c) money received as a result of fundraising appeals conducted during the year have been properly accounted
for and applied in accordance with the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 and the Regulations; and
(d) as at the date of this report, there are reasonable grounds to believe that Surf Life Saving Australia Limited
will be able to pay its debts as and when they are due.
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Financial Statements
Sydney, 8 October 2010
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Awards and Honours
Surf Life Saving in Australia 110
Meritorious Awards 112
Awards of Excellence 114
Hall of Fame 116
Life Members 118
Australian Honours 120
Excelling
for life
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Surf Life Saving
in Australia
Who is the Australian Surf Lifesaver?
Our members:
• Commit personal time and energy to save lives
in the water around Australia.
• Develop and maintain a high level of skill through
ongoing training and participation in sport.
• Provide leadership in developing and advocating
volunteerism as a valued characteristic within
Australian society.
• Epitomise the strength and character of being
Australian for life.
The Surf Lifesaver is an Australian icon. Each person
who wears the red and yellow cap is a recipient and
guardian of that heritage.
Why become a surf lifesaver?
Surf lifesaving is about satisfaction. Having fun, being
physically fit, learning teamwork and aquatic safety
skills, competing in sports, and helping to make surf
swimming a safer pastime. Becoming a surf lifesaver
offers a range of opportunities which promotes:
• A sense of responsibility and purpose.
• A healthy lifestyle.
• Positive social relationships.
• A sense of pride.
There is a place for everyone in Surf Life Saving.
People who are unable to perform the duties of
an active surf lifesaver can assist in administration,
communications or fundraising.
Who can join SLSA?
Surf Life Saving is open to everyone, irrespective of
age, gender or background.
What are the minimum requirements
to be a surf lifesaver?
The Bronze Medallion is the minimum requirement
for an active surf lifesaver. To obtain this award a
person must be over the age of 15 and demonstrate
proficiency in surf awareness, survival, patrol and
rescue procedures, emergency care plus anatomy
and physiology.
Before commencing training for the Bronze Medallion
a person is required to complete a 400-metre swim
in nine minutes or less, in a swimming pool of no less
than 25m, or over a measured open water course.
Once this has been completed, clubs provide qualified
instructors to assist training to the level of proficient
surf lifesaver. At the completion of this training, which
takes a couple of months, a candidate’s physical
fitness is tested by a run-swim-run (a 200m run
followed by a 200m swim and then another 200m
run) which has to be completed in under eight
minutes. Candidates are also examined on theory,
basic resuscitation and first aid, and participate
in a simulated rescue situation using a rescue board
and tube.
Are there any other ways a person
can join SLSA without doing a
Bronze Medallion?
Yes. SLSA offers a wide range of awards to its
members and the community. For example,
by gaining basic awards in radio operations, a
person can assist with patrol observation and
communication duties without having to perform
water-based rescues. If a person is less than 15 years
of age they can obtain a Surf Rescue Certificate.
Probationary surf lifesavers can achieve this award
from the age of 13. The award trains candidates
in rescue skills, first aid and patient management,
resuscitation, plus a theoretical component exploring
safety knowledge and surf awareness. Members aged
from 5 to 13 are ‘nippers’ or junior surf lifesavers.
How do we protect our members?
By joining an affiliated surf life saving club, an
individual also joins SLSA. Membership of SLSA
provides access to comprehensive, nationallyaccredited
surf lifesaving training, the opportunity
to compete in surf carnivals at local, branch, state,
national and international levels, as well as the
protection of our insurance and other policies.
As an organisation, we are entirely reliant on our
members to further our objectives. The safety and
wellbeing of our members is therefore of paramount
importance, and we have developed a number of
policies to ensure this. These policies, which can be
found in full on our website (www.sls.com.au – see
Resources and Administration), include:
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1.1 Junior Activities and Water Safety
1.10 Shark Safety
1.11 Crocodile Safety
1.14 Sharps Policy
1.15 Peer Group Support
1.16 Tsunami Policy
2.1 Sun Safety
2.2 Lightning
2.3 Occupational Health and Safety
2.4 Rehabilitation and Return to Duties
3.1 Disinfection of Equipment
3.10 Supply and Use of Oxygen Equipment
3.11 First Aid Kits and Rooms
3.12 Pain Management
3.3 Pregnancy and the Surf Lifesaver –
Competition and Patrols
3.6 Epilepsy
3.7 Defibrillation Policy
3.8 Communicable Diseases
3.9 Asthma
4.1 Outboard Motors Policy
5.10 Transgender/Transsexual Athlete
5.2 Anti-Doping Policy
6.1 Intellectual Property
6.11 EcoSurf
6.15 Youth Policy
6.16 Dealing with Police Investigations
6.17 Coronial Inquests Policy
6.18 SLSA Photography Policy
6.2 Privacy
6.23 Illicit Drugs in Sport
6.3 Limiting and Permanent Disability
6.5 Member Safety and Wellbeing
6.5 Member Safety and Wellbeing: Annexure 1
– Child Protection
6.5 Member Safety and Wellbeing: Annexure 2
– Codes of Conduct
6.6 Grievance Procedure
6.9 Risk Management
6.15 Youth Policy
These policies are integral to SLSA’s governance and
risk management procedures. SLSA and the state
centres provide all members with public liability
insurance, directors’ and officers’ insurance and
personal accident insurance. In addition, some states
are able to provide Workcover for active members.
How do we improve OH&S outcomes
for our members?
As noted elsewhere, from time to time our members
engage in high risk activities. In 2004 SLSA adopted a
number of OH&S and Risk Management policies along
with guidelines relating to the safety of our members.
These policies placed the responsibility with the
BOM to periodically review the organisation’s risk
management strategies. From time to time, special
attention has been given to reducing risk both
proactively and reactively in specific areas.
Since the public liability insurance crisis in 2002-03,
SLSA has operated its own public liability claims
excess pool. The level of current and anticipated
claims under this pool is closely monitored by the
BOM and the Public Liability Claims Committee
in close liaison with our insurance broker, Jardine
Lloyd Thompson. As the details are commercial-inconfidence,
they are not recorded here, however
current and anticipated claims are manageable under
current fund levels.
How do we protect the environment?
As caretakers of some of Australia’s most stunning,
yet fragile coastal locations, surf lifesavers have
a responsibility to protect and promote our
environment. SLSA has restated its commitment to
environmental excellence with its EcoSurf Policy.
As noted in the 2008/09 Annual Report, we have
embarked on a number of initiatives with the
intention of enhancing organisational sustainability.
These include:
• Australian Government’s National Rainwater and
Greywater Initiative: Clubs are able to apply for
up to $10,000 to install water saving and efficient
devices including rainwater tanks, water efficient
showers, taps, toilets and urinals or to contribute
to a larger water saving project. This initiative
allows clubs to become environmentally active and
save money. SLSA has also been able to partner
with a number of water authorities to deliver free
water audits to clubs. In a number of instances
water leaks have been identified and rectified.
• Clean energy feasibility study by Maunsell
Australia: This study reviewed the current energy
consumption (Kwh) and energy costs ($/annum)
of a sample of SLSA’s clubs representing different
states, climate zones, membership and building
sizes. Opportunities identified for clubs to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions and to increase
their clean energy capabilities included energy
efficiency measures (hot water heating, lighting,
appliance and air conditioning) and renewable
energy devices (such as solar power and small
scale wind generation). In order to develop
and implement a viable clean energy program
for clubs, SLSA will need to engage a partner
or partners. We will continue to research this
area to determine the value we could offer. It
is encouraging to note the widespread interest
among clubs to reduce their carbon footprint with
a number of clubs already initiating their own
clean energy programs, including energy efficiency
measures and onsite energy generation from
renewable sources.
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Meritorious Awards
SLSA Regulations allow for Meritorious Awards
to be awarded to affiliated clubs and/or their
members and/or the public, for outstanding deeds
of bravery performed in the sphere of operations
of SLSA. The Meritorious Awards and Lifesaving
Selection Committee makes recommendations to
the Australian Council. There are two sections for the
awards, each divided into three grades:
Individual Award
Silver Medallion
Bronze Medallion
Certificate of Merit
Group or Club Award
Certificate of Merit with
Silver Medallion inset
Certificate of Merit with
Bronze Medallion inset
Certificate of Merit
Batemans Bay SLSC
Awarded the SLSA Meritorious Award – Group
Commendation
Wayne Coppin – Batemans Bay SLSC,
New South Wales
Bronze Medallion
Brian Stephenson – Batemans Bay SLSC,
New South Wales
Bronze Medallion
Rhyan Young
Bronze Medallion
Melissa Clarke – Batemans Bay SLSC,
New South Wales
Commendation
Kimberli Hackett – Batemans Bay SLSC,
New South Wales
Commendation
Craig Shepheard – Batemans Bay SLSC,
New South Wales
Commendation
Rebecca Shepheard – Batemans Bay SLSC,
New South Wales
Commendation
Barbara Van Luin – Batemans Bay SLSC,
New South Wales
Commendation
Tony Vella
Commendation
Just before 6pm on 24 November, 2008, three Thai
Internationals became caught in a dangerous rip at
MacKenzies Beach, Batemans Bay. No surf lifesavers
were on patrol at the time but fortunately, nine surf
club members were training at Batemans Bay SLSC
and when alerted by a member of the public, sprang
into action.
On arrival it was found that one of the women had
made it safely back to shore. Without delay Brian
Stephenson paddled out to the closest patient
approximately 150m offshore, and after some
20 minutes in harrowing conditions and with the
assistance of Tony Vella, Kimberli Hackett and Melisa
Clarke, she was returned safely to shore and handed
over to club members for treatment.
At the same time, the IRB, driven and crewed by
Rhyan Young and Wayne Coppin, was on its way out
to the last patient who by this time had been sucked
out over 200m from the beach and was not visible.
With the assistance of Craig Shepheard, Rebecca
Shepheard and Barbara Van Luin high on the rocks,
the IRB was signalled into position and managed to
pick her up.
All three young women were successfully rescued
and taken to Batemans Bay Hospital for treatment.
The actions of the members of the public and the
quick thinking and response by the Batemans Bay
Surf Life Saving Club members saved the lives of three
young females.
Scott Meaker – Tathra SLSC, New South Wales
Silver Medallion
Anthony Rettke – Tathra SLSC, New South Wales
Silver Medallion
Shayne Rettke – Tathra SLSC, New South Wales
Silver Medallion
Anthony McCabe – Tathra SLSC, New South Wales
Bronze Medallion
Cameron Rettke – Tathra SLSC, New South Wales
Bronze Medallion
Robert Brown – Non-Member
Bronze Medallion
Tathra SLSC, New South Wales
Group Certificate of Merit with Bronze Insert
On the evening of 18 November 2009, members of
the Tathra SLSC attempted the rescue of a father and
his son in extreme conditions off Tathra Wharf.
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Matthew Slattery – North Avoca SLSC,
New South Wales
Bronze Medallion
On 20 January 2010 of the coast of Bateau Bay,
Matthew Slattery rescued a man swept out to sea
in extremely dangerous conditions.
Harry Anderson – North Haven SLSC,
South Australia
Certificate of Merit
On 18 January 2010, Harry Anderson completed the
rescue of multiple patients in extreme conditions at
Redbill Beach, Tasmania.
Jake Harrison – Dicky Beach SLSC, Queensland
Commendation
At 2:10pm on 25 August, 2007, Jake was on his way
home from volunteer duty at the Dicky Beach Surf
Life Saving Club when he heard the screech of brakes
at Buderim Street, Currumindi.
Jake saw that a car had hit 4 people who were
crossing the road and immediately went to the
scene of the accident. He took control of the scene
organising people who had gathered to dial 000 and
ensure that other traffic using that road was diverted.
Jake conducted initial assessments on all four victims
identifying one suffering shock, cuts and abrasions,
another two suffering cuts and abrasions and one
uninjured. Jake obtained a blanket from his mother’s
car and placed them in a seated position, continuing
to reassure them while he attended to their cuts
and abrasions.
On arrival of the Ambulance personnel at the scene,
Jake advised them of the current status of the injured
persons who all were transported to hospital and
have since recovered from their injuries.
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Joanne Lucas – Albany SLSC, Western Australia
Silver Medallion
On 10 May, 2008, Joanne Lucas rescued shark victim,
Jason Cull, from the waters off Middleton Beach while
the shark was still in the vicinity.
Mia Leszinsky – Whale Beach SLSC, New South Wales
Commendation
On May 27, 2009 while working at a local pharmacy,
Mia was alerted to a young girl who had fallen over
in Wahroonga’s main shopping precinct. Mia was
first on the scene and conducted CPR for over eight
minutes on the unconscious patient. Thanks to Mia’s
lifesaving assistance, the patient survived.
Jordene Desmond – Queensland
Jordene conducted the successful rescue of her
father, who had been swept out to sea at Teewah
Beach on the Sunshine Coast.
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SLSA Awards
of Excellence
DHL Surf Lifesaver of the Year
This award is the peak recognition for all active
surf lifesavers around Australia. The criteria for
the award is based on a knowledge of Surf Life
Saving; past, present and future contribution to the
Surf Life Saving movement; and general appearance
and presentation skills.
David McLean – Marcoola SLSC, Queensland
A Life Member of Marcoola SLSC, David played a key
role in securing aerial surveillance on the Sunshine
Coast during the 2010/11 season. David also assisted
in the development and implementation of pain
management training for duty officers, clubs and
emergency response groups in Queensland.
Finalists
James Burnett – Hat Head SLSC, NSW
Nic Leman – Inverloch SLSC, VIC
Judy Brown – Penguin SLSC, Tas
Bruce Hosking – Brighton SLSC, SA
Andy Richardson – City of Bunbury, WA
Craig Coke – Mindil SLSC, NT
DHL Club of the Year
To be eligible for this award, clubs must meet a range of
criteria including the use of a systematic improvement
program to meet the strategic objectives of SLSA. They
must also demonstrate engagement of members in
club operations, resulting in improved morale and
retention. Improved lifesaving services is a necessary
outcome from the various improvement programs.
Anglesea SLSC, Victoria
With 1828 club members, 500 of whom are active,
Anglesea SLSC is the largest club in Victoria. In
2009/10 Anglesea extended its patrolling services and
established a support service along the Great Ocean
Road coastline. The club also introduced several new
programs throughout the year, including: an afterschool
program, a community engagement program
and a girls program – designed by girls for girls.
Finalists
Kurrawa SLSC, Queensland (Commendation Award)
Clovelly SLSC, NSW
Anglesea SLSC, Vic
Burnie SLSC, Tas
Glenelg SLSC, SA
North Cottesloe SLSC, WA
DHL Lifeguard of the Year
This award is the peak recognition for the men and
women of the Australian Lifeguard Service (ALS).
Lleam Rees – Australian Lifeguard Service,
Queensland
A senior lifeguard at Sunshine Beach and Double
Island Point in Queensland, Lleam was recognised
for the integral role he has taken in developing and
maintaining inter-agency relationships with local
ambulance, policy and other emergency services in
the Sunshine Beach area. A very active lifeguard, Rees
places high priority on public interaction through
proactive lifeguarding and is a favourite with locals.
Finalists
Jarrod Cain, Australian Lifeguard Service, NSW
Nic Lewis, Australian Lifeguard Service, SA
Trevor Strydom, Australian Lifeguard Service, WA
Cameron Griffin – Lifeguard Supervisor, NT
DHL Volunteer of the Year
This award is recognition for the many SLSA members
who contribute in ways other than beach and surf
patrols. Roles include club, branch and/or state
activities, coaching and officiating, instructing and
examining, administration and junior activities.
Graeme Rollins – Ulverstone SLSC, Tasmania
A member of Ulverstone SLSC for over 20 years,
Graeme has played an integral in the advancement of
all aspects of the club. He was integral in the capital
works program to develop club facilities and has
provided extensive support to the club in the area of
training and development.
Finalists
John Palmer – Dick Beach SLSC, Qld
Ken Grainger – Stockton SLSC, NSW
Neil Morarty OAM – Lorne SLSC, Vic
Lindy Lewis – Chilton Rocks/Henley SLSC, SA
Ann Fenton – Port Bovard SLSC, WA
Trainer of the Year
This award recognises and rewards trainers who have
made a significant contribution towards the area of
education and awards within Surf Life Saving.
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Gary Carthew – City of Bunbury SLSC,
Western Australia
As the Director of Education at Bunbury SLSC, Gary
actively trains and assesses Bronze Medallion, IRB,
SRC, RWC, ARC and defibrillation awards. He has a
strong focus on mentoring and developing younger
members of the club and has instilled this mentality
throughout the club.
Finalists
Jeffrey Gatenby – Kurrawa SLSC, Qld
Lindsay Davis – Freshwater SLSC, NSW
Kerry Bell – Edithvale LSC, Vic
Lisa Harvey – Glenelg SLSC, SA
Assessor of the Year
This new award recognises and rewards assessors
who have made a significant contribution towards the
area of education and awards within Surf Life Saving.
Larry Platt – Lennox Head-Alstonville SLSC,
New South Wales
A life member of Lennox Head-Alstonville SLSC, Larry
made an extensive contribution to improving the
assessment process in the Far North Coast Branch and
has developed a club RTO audit process. Larry is also a
key mentor to others in his club, branch and state.
Finalists
Philip Read – Redcliffe Peninsula SLSC, QLD
Dennis Hay – West Beach SLSC, SA
Digby Wilson – Secret Harbour SLSC, WA
Athlete of the Year
Nominees are required to have demonstrated
outstanding achievements and excellence in their
chosen surf sport and be good ambassadors for SLSA.
Thomas Nolan – North Cottesloe SLSC,
Western Australia
Thomas was rewarded for an outstanding surf sports
season, which saw him take out the open beach sprint
title at a state and national level in 2010. He also won
gold in both the beach sprint and flags at the 2009
International Surf Rescue Challenge in South Africa.
Finalists
Melissa Howard – Kurrawa SLSC, Qld
Chris Allum – Cronulla SLSC, NSW
David Rowell, Portsea SLSC, Vic
Matt Bevilacqua – Clifton Beach SLSC, Tas
Jake Nicholson – Grange SLSC, SA
Surf Sports Coach of the Year
Nominees are required to be accredited coaches
who have made a significant contribution towards an
athlete’s performance and who demonstrate sound
coaching principles and coaching plans.
Rick Duncan – Trigg Island SLSC, Western Australia
An accredited level three coach, Rick is currently the
Surf Life Saving Western Australian high performance
ski coach and a member of the SLSWA State Coaching
Panel. Rick has been an active contributor to state
and national coaching education programs, resources
and manuals, and also established the Australian Surf
Ski Coaching and Development Academy.
Finalists
Phil Clayton – Kurrawa SLSC, Qld
Richard Garnsey – Cronulla SLSC, NSW
Scott Ivey – Williamstown SLSC, Vic
Craig Sly – Clifton Beach SLSC, Tas
Luke Hildyard – Glenelg SLSC, SA
Official of the Year
Nominees are required to be accredited surf sports
officials who have demonstrated outstanding
achievements at an international, national and/or
state level and be involved with officials’ education.
Paul Kenny – Carlton Park SLSC, Tasmania
Paul is currently the officials coordinator for Surf Life
Saving Tasmania, overseeing and presenting level one
and two officials accreditation courses. In 2009/10,
Paul was the U/19 Men’s Area Referee at the
Australian Surf Life Saving Championships and an area
coordinator at the 2009 Coolangatta Gold. Paul also
officiated at many other local, state and national level
competitions throughout the year.
Finalists
Charles Melloy – North Burleigh SLSC, QLD
David Unger – Ocean Beach SLSC, NSW
Allan Holmes – Apollo Bay SLSC, Vic
Vince Cobiac – Brighton SLSC, SA
Daryl Griffin – Trigg Island SLSC, WA
Innovation Award
Surf Life Saving NSW – Surf Life Saving Emergency
Response System
Surf Life Saving’s centralised emergency contact
system allows for greater integration with emergency
service organisations by providing one number
for tasking agencies – such as the Police – to
access coastal lifesaving services. This replaces the
traditional method of agencies having to rely on
localised and sometimes outdated coastal lifesaving
contacts during time-critical incidents.
This system continues to improve and has saved
countless lives since its inception. During 2009/10
the service helped to save at least 87 lives in New
South Wales alone. A key benefit of this system is the
callout capability of coastal lifesaving services, with
a number of dedicated Duty Officers and Surfcom
Bases on-call to respond 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week.
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SLSA's Hall of Fame
The SLSA Hall of Fame recognises outstanding
accomplishments, sustained excellence and
exceptional contributions to Surf Life Saving in
Australia in three areas: surf lifesaving, administration
and sport. Nominations are considered on an annual
basis by an advisory group of eminent surf lifesavers
who make recommendations to the SLSA Australian
Council for final approval. There were three inductees
in 2009-10.
Kristy Harris
Kristy holds the record for winning the most
Australian Championships by any female in the
history of Surf Life Saving, securing a total of
18 Australian Championship titles during an illustrious
12-year competitive career with Northcliffe SLSC.
In total, Kristy won 18 gold, 13 silver and four bronze
medals in the Australian Championships, including
winning the Australian Ironwomen title in 2004. Kristy
was also a member of four Australian Surf Life Saving
Representative Teams.
Kristy also took out the Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Ironman
Series in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007.
Kristy Munroe
During a decorated career as an elite surf sports
competitor for Alexandra Headland SLSC, Kristy
won a total of 25 Australian Surf Life Saving
Championships medals, including nine Gold medals.
In 2002, Kristy took out the Australian Ironwomen
title, while still being eligible for the under
19 competition.
Kristy was a member of 14 Australian Surf Life
Saving Representative Teams, where she accrued
37 World Championship Medals, including the World
Ironwomen title in 2004 and 2006. In addition to
this, Kristy captained five Australian Surf Life Saving
Representative Teams.
Kristy was also a regular participant in the Kellogg’s
Nutri-Grain Ironman Series, winning the “Female
Rookie of the Series” award at just 15 years of age.
Ian (Rick) Wright OAM
Rick has been a leader in promoting and advancing
surf lifesaving, development, surf sports and
administration activities at all levels throughout the
Surf Life Saving movement.
On a National level, some of Rick’s major innovative
contributions include introducing coaching and
officiating accreditation courses, introducing a
Member Protection Policy and Surf Survival Program
into secondary schools, working on the project
team for SLSA to become a Registered Training
Organisation and leading Coaches, Officials and
Development Conferences. Internationally, Rick
has been at the forefront of the negotiation and
development of world standards for beach safety
signage and the introduction of international
standards for ILS awards.
Rick has held leadership roles at all levels of Surf
Life Saving. On a National level, Rick has held the
positions of SLSA Director of Youth Development,
inaugural SLSA Director of Development, Chair of Surf
Sports Development and is currently the National
Director of Surf Sports. He has also stood at an
international level as a member of the ILS Education
Committee and Chair of the ILS Rescue and Education
Commission and still remains actively involved at all
levels of the organisation.
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Major John Bond Gregory Arthur Allum OAM John Bliss
Harold John Brown OAM Cornelius Kennedy Asmussen MBE Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore
Open Boat crew
Michael Burke BEM Sir Adrian Curlewis CVO CBE Bondi R&R team
Professor Tess Cramond AO OBE Roy Doyle Bundaberg March Past team
Currumbin Patrol Competition team Cliff Marsh OAM Graham Carlisle OAM
Jack Dearlove MBE Donald D McIntyre Jon Donohoe AM
Bob Gear AM John West (Jack) McMaster AM DFC Harold C Evans
Alan Kennedy MBE Tom Meagher OBE Karla Gilbert
Dr Ian Mackie AM Lyster Ormsby Kristy Harris*
Graham McKenzie OAM Charles Davidson Paterson Trevor Hendy AM
Hector McDonald OAM Ronald E Rankin AM Dennis Heussner
Warren Allen Rennie OAM Paul Smith OAM John Robert Holt
Earle Smith AM Barry Bede (Gus) Staunton MBE Ky Hurst
Ainslie W “Sprint” Walker OBE Ron Tallon OAM Brian Hutchings
F O (Frank) Venning MBE
Grant Kenny OAM
Ken W C Watson MBE
Bruce Kolkka
Alan Brian Whelpton AO
Peter Lacey
Dan White OAM
Maroubra SLSC Double Ski Team
Jack Winders OBE
Robert (Bob) Mayo AM
S W (Bill) Winders MBE
Don Morrison OAM
Ian (Rick) Wright OAM*
Kristy Munroe*
Ken Murray
Bob Newbiggin
Harry Nightingale
Clint Robinson OAM
Barry Rodgers
Noel P Ryan
Peter Douglas Tibbitts
Ken Vidler
Wanda Six Man R&R team
Stephen Warren
Graham Ross White OAM
Steve Wilkes
* Inducted 21 March 2010
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SLSA Life Members
Recognising distinguished service - Life Members
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. SLSA currently has 259 recorded life members.
* denotes deceased
* Doyle, RD
* Rathborne, H
* Burke BEM, MJ
* McIntyre, DD
* Windon, SJ
* McRorie, JS
* Canning, JT
* Goold, WJ
* Cohen, GS
* Holmes, Capt A
* Dart, GW
* Moran, TF
* Taylor, CE
* Dargan, FH
* Whitehead, CW
* Dellitt, GS
* Gordon, JL
* Englert, CG
* Gray, JE
* Winders MBE, SW
* Cohen, M
* Cronin, VS
* Watson MBE, KW
* Curlewis CVO CBE, Sir Adrian
* Dillon, JB
* Cameron, JR
* Turner, LD
* Sutherland, AC
* Cahill, J
* Marshall BEM, ER
* Hanley, GR
* Millar, G
* Hayton MBE, N
* Webb, GR
* Figtree, AS
* Thompson, DH
* Hodge, JN
* Small, HA
* Emms, FG
* Mack, C
* Heath, EA
* Gadsdon Kt, Sir LP
* Costa, SV
* Williams, AM
* Kennedy MBE, AER
* Winders OBE, JR
* White OAM, DG
* Jaggard OAM, EFK
* Johnson, GH
* Moroney, DRB
* Woodroffe, NS
* Becher OAM, MH
* Betts, JJ
* Stephens, PR
* Donaldson, AR
* Daley, WJ
* Sloane, AD
* Besomo, VA
* Foerster, WH
* Loton, AR
* McDonald OAM, LS
* Paterson, A
* Denison, AG
* Lindsay, GA
* McGrath, HF
* Castleman MBE, AW
* Prior BEM, AE
* Haywood MBE, FST
* Frizzell OBE OAM, AB
* McCarthy, JG
* Spender OBE, JR
Bullpitt MBE, NF
* Brydon, RC
* Shanahan, RP
* Williams MBE, VJ
* Walker OBE, AW
* Meagher OBE, TW
* Wilson OAM, NB
* Olson, AO
* Lucas OBE, DC
* Avery, EC
* Ovens OAM, EJ
* Payne, FT
* Wilson, GJ
* Stewart, JJ
* Nicklin KCMG, Sir Francis
* Johnson MBE, SA
* Richards, FC
* Williams, G
* Dempster, JW
* Saunders, RA
* Flanagan BEM, NJ
* Tier, FB
Newman, P
Dearlove MBE, JB
McMaster AM DFC, JW
* Riley MBE, HK
Asmussen MBE, CK
* Molyneux, D
* Crain MBE, WAT
* Bennett, PI
Smith AM, EJ
* Clark OAM, HH
* Grant OAM, GF
Hatchett, JG
Howells OAM, RM
* Mcdonald OAM, HN
* Peacock, RJ
Tallon OAM, RC
* O’Reilly BEM, JE
* Switzer OAM, JR
* Vaughan OAM, JK
* Claybourn OAM, MC
* Klingner OAM, MJ
Staunton MBE, GB
* Field OAM, RC
* Slaven, P
*Rosewell OAM, JWA
* Weimer, HJ
* Honey, C
* Burrell OAM, RA
* Wilkes, BF
*Rector AM, CE
* Sellars, JPW
* Fitzgerald MBE, AE
Singleton OAM, WJ
Brown OAM, GM
*Morrison OAM, DP
Whelpton AO, AB
Moseley OAM, A
*Pittard, HA
Parkyn OAM, AB
118

Brown OAM, HJ
* Dann, GL
* Bowman, BH
Worrell, JG
* Martin, WE
Heywood OBE, NJ
Hofmaster, EV
Knight BEM, KC
McGee, EJ
Trethowan, J
* Windmill, HC
* Webb OAM, MA
* Rodgers OAM, DG
Critcher, GT
Conlin OAM, DR
Bruce OAM, BD
Blackley, DT
* Sabien, M
Chesher OAM, RC
Morrison, KA
Paton OAM, LS
Smith OAM, RA
Gear AM, RJ
* Buist, RV
Marsh OAM, CW
* Johnson, DL
Stapleton AM, PR
Wilson BEM, HB
Thorburn, AJ
Rennie AM, WA
* McKenzie OAM, GD
McNeilly MBE, MD
Watson AM, RJ
Reeves OAM, JA
* Marshall OAM, WG
Scott OAM, ID
Byrnes OAM, MJ
* Dixon, NA
McNaughton OAM, G
Donnell OAM, BF
* Trigg OBE, RJ
Jones OAM, JM
Dewey, JC
King OAM, BC
* Henshaw OAM, NJ
Little OAM, RA
* Brown OAM, RM
Burchill OAM, DS
Stephens OAM, EB
Butler OAM, RJ
* McGrory OAM, FH
Hoskins OAM, KF
* Taylor OAM, CJ
* Millett MBE, RC
* Mackie AM, IJ
Davidson OAM, RJ
Cramond AO OBE, TR
* Smith OAM, PW
* Taylor OAM, PF
Davis OAM, E
Whitmore OAM, RT
Pears OAM, RE
Murray, K
Priest, KC
Beasley OAM, JB
Smith OAM, BJ
Waters OAM, M
* Bermingham OAM, PJ
* Fielder OAM, CD
Halliday, WE
Harding OAM, RJ
Menico OAM, JA
* Somers, JF
* Wilcox OAM, ST
Wright OAM, IJ
Rankin AM, RE
* Conrick, C
* Jackson OAM, RA
Devlin, RP
Purcell OAM, NR
Worth, WJ
* Collins, KJ
Lyons, GR
Allum OAM, GA
Jaggard OAM, EK
Gaynor OAM, WE
Clark, DE
Griffiths, JA
McGibbon, PJ
Morarty OAM, NW
* Bond, KJH
Edstein OAM, JT
Finch AM, The Hon. FA
Meehan OAM, JV
George AM, PB
Wood ESM, RS
Lyne AM, CR
Mayo AM, RJ
Fenner AM, PJ
Young, IJ
Bird OAM, KC
Inwood, AJ
Kelk, NT
Weldon AM, KE
Donohoe AM, JT
Owen, GB
Grant OAM, IJ
* Goetz, AW
Kennedy, KA
* O’Rorke OAM, PJ
Fitzgerald, JB
Stanford OAM, KH
Barlow, JR
Green OAM, BEM, DA
Smith OAM, RA
Godbee OAM, NM
Bartlett, ME
Boulton OAM, DJ
Fraser OAM, JS
Martin, MJ
Mitchell, RA
* Singleton, M
Sargeant, RJ
Robert, SS
Howard OAM, R
* Roberts OAM, R
Thompson, D
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Awards and Honours
119

New Life Member
Dave Thompson
Dave Thompson has been a member of Surf Life
Saving for 32 continuous seasons with Ocean Beach
SLSC. In this time, Dave has continually committed
himself to the ideals of the movement. Dave has held
numerous committee positions within his club whilst
performing duties at higher levels of the Association
including state, national and International Surf Life
Saving whilst always making himself available for his
club and club duties.
At the age of 20 Dave began his involvement with the
Central Coast branch on the Board of Competition
for four years and the Branch Council for 11 years.
In 1986 Dave started his service for Surf Life Saving
Australia as an Australia Delegate for Rescue ’86 and
continuing into roles on the Australian Championship
Board/Committee for 13 years, Australian
Championship Executive and National Surf Sports
Director from 2003 to May 2010.
In 2004 Dave began his journey with the International
Lifesaving Federation as the ILS Sports Commission
Member, on the ILS Event Management Committee,
ILS Rules & Technical Committee and as the World
Games Ocean Referee, Germany in 2005 and more
recently elected as the ILS Sports Commissioner in
2008 where he will hold this role until 2012.
In 1995 Dave’s ongoing dedication to the organisation
was recognised when he was awarded Life
Membership of Ocean Beach SLSC becoming the
youngest ever Life Member within the club’s history,
followed by Life Membership of the Central Coast
branch in 2005, Life Member of SLSNSW in 2005 and
on 25 October 2009 awarded Life Membership of
Surf Life Saving Australia.
Vale - Life Members
Ken Bond
Peter O’Rorke OAM
Carl Rector AM
Kevin Riley MBE JP
John Rosewell OAM
Ric Roberts OAM
Australian Honours
Australia has a proud tradition of honouring and
awarding its citizens for excellence, achievement and
meritorious service. The following individuals were
recognised for their services to Surf Life Saving in
2009/10.
Andrew Allan ESM
Stuart Chalmers OAM
The Hon Bruce Baird AM – Supporter
Neil Balnaves AO – Supporter
Robert Howard OAM
John King OAM
John Kosten OAM
Geoffrey Martin OAM
Gordon Merchant AM
Neil Morarty OAM
John Ryan OAM
Andrew Short OAM
120

Awards and Honours
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
121

Motivated
for life
122

Sport Results
2009 World Games 124
nib Coolangatta Gold 2009 125
2009-10 Kellogg's Nutri-Grain Series 125
2010 Interstate Championships 125
Whereis 2010 Australian Masters Surf Life Saving Championships 126
Whereis 2010 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships 132
2010 Australian IRB Championships 135
2010 Australian Pool Rescue Championships 135
123

Sport Results
8th World Games 2009
Kaohsiung, Chinese Taipei
23-25 July 2009
Australian Team
Shannon Eckstein (Qld) – Captain
Chris Allum (NSW)
Andrew Bowden (NSW)
Hugh Dougherty (Qld)
Felysia Konakoff (NSW)
Naomi Flood (NSW)
Luke Harper (Vic)
Ben McCauley (Qld)
Mitch Parkes (NSW)
Jenny Parry (Qld)
Terri Sullivan (Qld)
Kristyl Smith (Qld)
Sarah Windsor (Qld)
Management:
Danny Short – Coach
Jeanie Baxter-Reid – Team Manager
David Thompson – Official
Nick Marshall – Physio
Overall Classification
Australia 633.5
Italy 521
New Zealand 484.5
China 420
Germany 359
South Africa 334
France 288
Chinese Taipei 135
Australian Medallists
Men’s
100 m Rescue Medley
1. Federico Pinotti (ITA)
2. Giovanni Legnani (ITA)
3. Andrew Bowden (AUS)
4x25 m Manikin Carry
1. Italy
2. Germany
3. Australia
Surf Race
1. Christopher Allum (AUS)
2. Glenn Anderson (NZL)
3. Federico Pinotti (ITA)
Board Race
1. Daniel Moodie (NZL)
2. Hugh Dougherty (AUS)
3. Shannon Eckstein (AUS)
Oceanman Race
1. Shannon Eckstein (AUS)
2. Hugh Dougherty (AUS)
3. Ryan Brennan (RSA)
Rescue Tube Race
1. Australia
2. New Zealand
3. South Africa
Board Rescue Race
1. Australia
2. New Zealand
3. France
Women’s
100 m Rescue Medley
1. Yu-Ting Gao (CHN)
2. Sarah Windsor (AUS)
3. Qian He (CHN)
4x50 m Obstacle Carry
1. China
2. Italy
3. Australia
Surf Race
1. Kristyl Smith (AUS)
2. Naomi Flood (AUS)
3. Ayla Dunlop-Barrett (NZL)
Board Race
1. Nikki Cox (NZL)
2. Naomi Flood (AUS)
3. Madison Boon (NZL)
Oceanman Race
1. Naomi Flood (AUS)
2. Kristyl Smith (AUS)
3. Nikki Cox (NZL)
Rescue Tube Race
1. South Africa
2. Australia
3. Germany
Board Rescue Race
1. Australia
2. New Zealand
3. Germany
124

nib Coolangatta Gold 2009
18 October 2009
Open Men
Caine Eckstein Northcliffe 4:00:51
Dean Mercer Northcliffe 4:05:04
Nathan Smith Northcliffe 4:08:35
Open Women
Alicia Marriott Mooloolaba 3:15:39
Hayley Bateup Kurrawa 3:16:05
Courtney Hancock Northcliffe 3:18:50
U/19 Men
Alex Tibbits Mooloolaba 3:03:22
Michael Booth Northcliffe 3:04:41
Joshua Brown Mooloolaba 3:13:03
30-39 Men
Mark Norris North Wollongong 4:29:32
Brett McKinnon Elouera 4:40:12
Luke O’Garey Burnie 4:45:35
40+ Men
Jeff Lemarnsey Mooloolaba 4:45:01
Scott Sewell Byron Bay 4:50:39
Darren Schott Maroubra 4:53:11
30+ Women
Melinda Pelly Manly 3:43:53
Tiarne Smith Northcliffe 3:45:28
Kylie Zikarsky Elouera 3:47:11
Open Teams
Freshie Gold (Freshwater) 3:56:54
Kurrawa A 4:00:01
Manly 4:03:10
Female Teams
Freshie 1 (Freshwater) 3:18:19
Maroochydore Swans 3:22:17
Rashinol (Northcliffe) 3:24:52
2009/10 Kellogg's Nutri-Grain
Ironman Series
Men’s Overall Pointscore
Shannon Eckstein 119
Hugh Dougherty 111
Ky Hurst 97
Men’s Round Results
Round 1 – Kurrawa Beach
1. Shannon Eckstein
2. Hugh Dougherty
3. Ky Hurst
Round 2 – Kurrawa Beach
1. Shannon Eckstein
2. Hugh Dougherty
3. Ky Hurst
Round 3 – Alexandra Headlands
1. Ky Hurst
2. Shannon Eckstein
3. Corey Jones
Round 4 – Alexandra Headlands
1. Shannon Eckstein
2. Hugh Dougherty
3. Rhys Drury
Round 5 – North Cronulla
1. Shannon Eckstein
2. Hugh Dougherty
3. Corey Jones
Women’s Overall Pointscore
Alicia Marriott 106
Elizabeth Pluimers 103
Naomi Flood 100
Women’s Round Results
Round 1 – Kurrawa Beach
1. Alicia Marriott
2. Naomi Flood
3. Kristyl Smith
Round 2 – Kurrawa Beach
1. Hayley Bateup
2. Kristyl Smith
3. Alicia Marriott
Round 3 – Alexandra Headlands
1. Kristyl Smith
2. Naomi Flood
3. Hayley Bateup
Round 4 – Alexandra Headlands
1. Elizabeth Pluimers
2. Hayley Bateup
3. Alicia Marriott
Round 5 – North Cronulla
1. Elizabeth Pluimers
2. Kristyl Smith
3. Courtney Hancock
2010 Interstate Championships
Warringah Aquatic Centre, Sydney
and Collaroy Beach, Sydney:
24-25 January 2010
The Alan B Whelpton AO Perpetual Shield
- Combined Pointscore
NSW 757.5
Queensland 716
South Australia 460
Pool Rescue Trophy
NSW 273
Queensland 251
South Australia 218
Ocean Events Trophy
NSW 484.5
Queensland 465
Western Australia 323
Handicap Pointscore
Northern Territory 861.57
NSW 757.5
South Australia 751.49
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Sport Results
125

Whereis Australian Masters Surf Life
Saving Championships
Kurrawa Beach, Queensland: 16-
17 March 2010
Swimming Events
30-34 yrs Men’s Surf Race
1. GRAHAM, Mark (Ocean Grove)
2. MCKINNON, Brent (Elouera)
3. MYERS, Corey (MacMasters Beach)
35-39 yrs Men’s Surf Race
1. CHAN, Michael (Currumbin Beach)
2. BURKE, Craig (Warilla / Barrack Point)
3. MASSIE, Ashley (Maroochydore)
40-44 yrs Men’s Surf Race
1. LEMMON, Paul (Terrigal)
2. STORRY, Simon (North Bondi)
3. PETTIGROVE, Ramon (Sunshine Beach)
45-49 yrs Men’s Surf Race
1. SAMBROOK, Adam (Southport)
2. LAWRENCE, Glen (Byron Bay)
3. DE MESTRE, John (Freshwater)
50-54 yrs Men’s Surf Race
1. FRY, Stephen (Northcliffe)
2. OPENSHAW, Paul (Brighton)
3. HARKER, Kim (Mooloolaba)
55-59 yrs Men’s Surf Race
1. BOLAND, Don (Freshwater)
2. MACDONALD, Bruce (Dixon Park)
3. MARSH, Donald (Carlton Park)
60-64 yrs Men’s Surf Race
1. COOK, Michael (Trigg Island)
2. APLIN, Barry (Surfers Paradise)
3. BANKS, Jeff (Fairy Meadow)
65-69 yrs Men’s Surf Race
1. WATKINS, Robert (Cottesloe)
2. BALDOCK, Cyril (Bondi)
3. COATES, Alan (Noosa Heads)
110 yrs min Men’s Surf Teams Race
1. Maroochydore (1)
2. Warilla / Barrack Point (BLACK)
3. Sunshine Beach (A)
130 yrs min Men’s Surf Teams Race
1. Northcliffe (a)
2. Surfers Paradise (Gold)
3. Northcliffe (b)
150 yrs min Men’s Surf Teams Race
1. Northcliffe (b)
2. Brighton (A)
3. Freshwater (MAROON)
30-34 yrs Women’s Surf Race
1. SMITH, Cherie (Redhead)
2. BOWLAY, Kirsty (North Burleigh)
3. GOODWIN, Sarah (Glenelg)
35-39 yrs Women’s Surf Race
1. BORG, Fiona (South Maroubra)
2. BELL, Sue (Helensburgh / Stanwell Park)
3. VAN DE WATER, Kelli (Half Moon Bay)
40-44 yrs Women’s Surf Race
1. PROUDFOOT, Janet (Newport)
2. HIGGISON, Karen (Nowra / Culburra)
3. MCGUIGAN, Lisa (Maroubra)
45-49 yrs Women’s Surf Race
1. PEGG, Alison (Alexandra Headland)
2. KRENKELS, Christie (Manly)
3. HARRISON, Colleen (North Avoca Beach)
50-54 yrs Women’s Surf Race
1. LYNCH, Gina (Noosa Heads)
2. HELSON, Jo (Shellharbour)
3. MOWBRAY, Dale (Swansea Belmont)
55-59 yrs Women’s Surf Race
1. MACAULEY, Carolyn (Cronulla)
2. PRIEST, Pauline (Avoca Beach)
No third place
110 yrs min Women’s Surf Teams Race
1. Alexandra Headland (Gold)
2. Northcliffe (a)
3. Manly (red)
130 yrs min Women’s Surf Teams Race
1. Cudgen Headland (A)
No second place
No third place
150 yrs min Women’s Surf Teams Race
1. Palm Beach (NSW) (Green)
No second place
No third place
70 yrs & over Surf Race
1. DE MESTRE, Neville (North Burleigh
2. GILLIES, Gary (South West Rocks)
3. BLAIR, Robert (Glenelg)
170 yrs min Surf Teams Race
1. Southport (A)
2. Cottesloe (a)
3. Surfers Paradise (Gold)
Multidiscipline Events
30-34 yrs Men’s Rescue Tube
1. TURNER, luke (Wanda)
2. KOWALSKI, Daniel (Lorne)
3. JONES, Gordon (Avoca Beach)
35-39 yrs Men’s Rescue Tube
1. CHAN, Michael (Currumbin Beach)
2. READ, Tristan (Lorne)
3. EDWARDS, Robert (Southport)
40-44 yrs Men’s Rescue Tube
1. LEMMON, Paul (Terrigal)
2. GREENWOD, Craig (Northcliffe)
3. STORRY, Simon (North Bondi)
45-49 yrs Men’s Rescue Tube
1. LAWRENCE, Glen (Byron Bay)
2. CHAPMAN, Craig (Surfers Paradise)
3. GATELY, Christopher (Coogee)
50-54 yrs Men’s Rescue Tube
1. FRY, Stephen (Northcliffe)
2. DALY, Michael (North Burleigh)
3. LANYON, Andrew (Henley)
126

55-59 yrs Men’s Rescue Tube
1. BURNS, Alan (Freshwater)
2. MACDONALD, Bruce (Dixon Park)
3. STEED, Gary (Mooloolaba)
60-64 yrs Men’s Rescue Tube
1. REDDAN, Greg (Southport)
2. COOK, Michael (Trigg Island)
3. BANKS, Jeff (Fairy Meadow)
65-69 yrs Men’s Rescue Tube
1. BALDOCK, Cyril (Bondi)
2. WATKINS, Robert (Cottesloe)
3. FRASER, Peter (Alexandra Headland)
30-34 yrs Women’s Rescue Tube
1. SMITH, Tiarne (Northcliffe)
2. GOODWIN, Sarah (Glenelg)
3. KENT, Michelle (Redhead)
35-39 yrs Women’s Rescue Tube
1. BELL, Sue (Helensburgh / Stanwell Park)
2. LEE, Amanda (Mullaloo)
3. WHITESIDE, Mel (Helensburgh / Stanwell Park)
40-44 yrs Women’s Rescue Tube
1. TUITE, Susan (North Burleigh)
2. SANTOS, Louise (Bondi)
3. MURRAY, Heli (Byron Bay)
45-49 yrs Womens Rescue Tube
1. KRENKELS, Christie (Manly)
2. HOWES, Lee (Newcastle)
3. PENMAN, Sandra (Mermaid Beach)
50-54 yrs Womens Rescue Tube
1. MOWBRAY, Dale (Swansea Belmont)
2. LYNCH, Gina (Noosa Heads)
3. O`NIELL, Colleen (Bronte)
55-59 yrs Womens Rescue Tube
1. PRIEST, Pauline (Avoca Beach)
2. MACAULEY, Carolyn (Cronulla)
No third place
70 yrs & over Rescue Tube
1. DE MESTRE, Neville (North Burleigh)
2. METTI, Allan (Cronulla)
3. BLAIR, Robert (Glenelg)
30-34 yrs Ironman
1. MYERS, Corey (MacMasters Beach)
2. SQUIERS, Ben (Wanda)
3. JENNETT, Tim (Wollongong City)
35-39 yrs Ironman
1. LEE, Wade (Maroochydore)
2. MASSIE, Ashley (Maroochydore)
3. COOPER, Russall (Southport)
40-44 yrs Ironman
1. LEMMON, Paul (Terrigal)
2. SCHOTT, Darren (Maroubra)
3. PETTIGROVE, Ramon (Sunshine Beach)
45-49 yrs Ironman
1. HILL, Gavin (Northcliffe)
2. O’DONNELL, Darren (Copacabana)
3. CHAPMAN, Craig (Surfers Paradise)
50-54 yrs Ironman
1. IREDALE, douglas (Wanda)
2. DALY, Michael (North Burleigh)
3. BENNETTS, Mark (Southport)
55-59 yrs Ironman
1. DEWS, Geoff (Maroochydore)
2. FLOOD, Kevin (Newport)
3. DAVIES, Stan (Cottesloe)
60-64 yrs Ironman
1. BANKS, Jeff (Fairy Meadow)
2. HENNESSEY, Peter (Tacking Point)
No third place
65-69 yrs Ironman
1. NEWTON, John (Currumbin Beach)
No second place
No third place
110 yrs min Men’s Taplin Relay
1. Maroochydore (1)
2. Northcliffe (C)
3. Currumbin Beach (A)
130 yrs min Men’s Taplin Relay
1. Surfers Paradise (Gold)
2. Northcliffe (a)
3. Cronulla (a);
150 yrs min Men’s Taplin Relay
1. Scarboro (A)
2. Freshwater (WHITE)
3. Cottesloe (a)
30-34 yrs Ironwoman
1. SMITH, Tiarne (Northcliffe)
2. KENT, Michelle (Redhead)
3. BOWLAY, Kirsty (North Burleigh)
35-39 yrs Ironwoman
1. KYME, Sharon (Northcliffe)
No second place
No third place
40-44 yrs Ironwoman
1. BALLARA, Anna (Northcliffe)
2. RAE, Fiona (Palm Beach (NSW)
3. ARMSTRONG-SMITH, Kerry (Umina)
45-49 yrs Ironwoman
1. PEGG, Alison (Alexandra Headland)
No second place
No third place
50-54 yrs Ironwoman
1. LYNCH, Gina (Noosa Heads)
2. MOWBRAY, Dale (Swansea Belmont)
3. TREMBATH, Julie (Noosa Heads)
110 yrs min Women’s Taplin Relay
1. Alexandra Headland (Black)
2. Northcliffe (a)
3. No third place
130 yrs min Women’s Taplin Relay
1. Palm Beach (NSW) (Green)
2. Kurrawa (A)
No third place
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Sport Results
127

70 yrs & over Ironperson
1. METTI, Allan (Cronulla)
No second place
No third place
170 yrs min Taplin Relay
1. Mooloolaba (a)
2. Brighton (A)
3. Tweed Heads / Coolangatta (A)
30-34 yrs Men’s Surf Board Rescue
1. Maroochydore (1)
2. Wanda (red)
3. Wanda (blue)
35-39 yrs Men’s Surf Board Rescue
1. Warilla / Barrack Point (BLACK)
2. Currumbin Beach (A)
3. Cronulla (a)
40-44 yrs Men’s Surf Board Rescue
1. Currumbin Beach (A)
2. North Entrance (Gold)
3. Northcliffe (b)
45-49 yrs Men’s Surf Board Rescue
1. Surfers Paradise (Gold)
2. Byron Bay (A)
3. Northcliffe (a)
50-54 yrs Men’s Surf Board Rescue
1. North Burleigh (A)
2. Wanda (navy)
3. Brighton (A)
55-59 yrs Men’s Surf Board Rescue
1. Maroochydore (1)
2. Southport (A)
3. North Avoca Beach (A)
60-64 yrs Men’s Surf Board Rescue
1. Maroochydore (1)
2. Cottesloe (a)
3. Queenscliff (RED)
65-69 yrs Men’s Surf Board Rescue
1. Cronulla (A)
No second place
No third place
30-34 yrs Women’s Surf Board Rescue
1. Redhead (A)
2. Swansea Belmont (GOLD)
3. Manly (red)
35-39 yrs Women’s Surf Board Rescue
1. Helensburgh / Stanwell Park (Blue)
2. Alexandra Headland (Gold)
3. North Bondi (a)
40-44 yrs Women’s Surf Board Rescue
1. Northcliffe (a)
2. Byron Bay (A)
No third place
Boat Events
120 yrs min Men’s Surf Boat
1. Austinmer (Blue)
2. Elouera (Wilko)
3. Austinmer (Lea)
140 yrs min Men’s Surf Boat
1. North Curl Curl (Jungle Touches)
2. Terrigal (BLUE)
3. Bondi (BONDI MO MEN)
160 yrs min Men’s Surf Boat
1. Avoca Beach (Silvertail)
2. Glenelg (Glenelg)
3. Currumbin Beach (Crusaders)
120 yrs min Women’s Surf Boat
1. Merewether (Merewether Ladies)
2. Nobbys (Nutters)
No third place
140 yrs min Women’s Surf Boat
1. Kawana Waters (SPECIALS)
2. Jan Juc (The Fembots)
3. Gerringong (RED)
160 yrs min Women’s Surf Boat
1. Avoca Beach (Zuluz)
2. Rosebud LSC (ROSEBUD THORNS)
3. Terrigal (TOFTS)
180 yrs min Surf Boat
1. Evans Head / Casino (CJS)
2. Tugun (Simpsons)
3. South Curl Curl (Gold)
200 yrs min Surf Boat
1. Grange (OLD BULLS)
2. Fairhaven ( Fairhaven Raiders)
3. Newport (FLOUNDER)
220 yrs min Surf Boat
1. Mooloolaba (a)
2. South Port (Phantoms)
3. Gerringong (JAZZ)
240 yrs min Surf Boat
1. Long Reef (vets)
2. Nobbys (SOCS)
3. Bondi (BEACHIES)
Ski Events
30-34 yrs Men’s Single Ski
1. CROAL, Nathan (North Bondi)
2. MORGAN, Ivor (Anglesea)
3. COOK, Ryan (Swansea Belmont)
35-39 yrs Men’s Single Ski
1. RONCHI, Ernest (Seaspray)
2. SEDDON, Steve (Half Moon Bay)
3. MASSIE, Ashley (Maroochydore)
40-44 yrs Men’s Single Ski
1. ALLAN, Steve (North Entrance)
2. OWEN, Mark (Warrnambool)
3. KENNY, Martin (Mooloolaba)
45-49 yrs Men’s Single Ski
1. LEMARSENY, Jeff (Mooloolaba)
2. FOSTER, Peter (Anglesea)
3. O’DONNELL, Darren (Copacabana)
50-54 yrs Men’s Single Ski
1. BOWDITCH, Greg (Tallebudgera)
2. IREDALE, Douglas (Wanda)
3. KOLKKA, Bruce (Northcliffe)
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55-59 yrs Men’s Single Ski
1. KEAY, Stuart (Mermaid Beach)
2. HOLMSTROM, Trevor (Dicky Beach)
3. TAYLOR, Rod (Mooloolaba)
60-64 yrs Men’s Single Ski
1. HEPBURN, Gary (Mooloolaba)
2. HENNESSEY, Peter (Tacking Point)
3. SUSKA, Ches (Caves Beach)
65-69 yrs Men’s Single Ski
1. BLATCHFORD, Ross (Redhead)
2. SEARLE, Dennis (Redhead)
3. NEWTON, John (Currumbin Beach)
110 yrs min Men’s Single Ski Relay
1. Maroochydore (1)
2. Redhead (A)
3. Anglesea (A)
130 yrs min Men’s Single Ski Relay
1. Mooloolaba (a)
2. Tallebudgera (1)
3. Wanda (red)
150 yrs min Men’s Single Ski Relay
1. Currumbin Beach (A)
2. Dicky Beach (TEAM1)
3. North Wollongong (North Gong Ski 150)
30-34 yrs Men’s Double Ski
1. Mooloolaba (A)
2. Wanda (red)
3. City of Perth (A)
35-39 yrs Men’s Double Ski
1. Kawana Waters (GOLD)
2. Manly (BLUE)
3. Mooloolaba (a)
40-44 yrs Men’s Double Ski
1. Alexandra Headland (Gold)
2. North Entrance (Gold)
3. Southport (A)
45-49 yrs Men’s Double Ski
1. Mooloolaba (a)
2. Tweed Heads / Coolangatta (A)
3. Glenelg (Glenelg A)
30-34 yrs Women’s Single Ski
1. MYATT, Lee (Port Noarlunga)
2. KELLY, Jane (Kurrawa)
No third place
35-39 yrs Women’s Single Ski
1. OLANDER, Alison (Alexandra Headland)
2. KYME, Sharon (Northcliffe)
3. LEE, Amanda (Mullaloo)
40-44 yrs Women’s Single Ski
1. BALLARA, Anna (Northcliffe)
2. MCGUIGAN, Lisa (Maroubra)
No third place
45-49 yrs Women’s Single Ski
1. LINGARD, Alison (Alexandra Headland)
2. HIGGINS, Janine (The Lakes)
No third place
50-54 yrs Women’s Single Ski
1. MOWBRAY, Dale (Swansea Belmont)
No second place
No third place
55-59 yrs Women’s Single Ski
1. HALES, Jenny (Noosa Heads)
No second place
No third place
110 yrs min Women’s Single Ski Relay
1. Alexandra Headland (Gold)
No second place
No third place
150 yrs min Women’s Single Ski Relay
1. Noosa Heads (NOOSA TEAM 1)
No second place
No third place
30-44 yrs Women’s Double Ski
1. Northcliffe (a)
2. Umina (A)
3. Scarboro (A)
170 yrs min Single Ski Relay
1. Wanda (navy)
2. Tacking Point (A)
3. Kurrawa (A)
50-54 yrs Double Ski
1. Tallebudgera (1)
2. Half Moon Bay (A)
3. North Wollongong (Double Ski 50)
55-59 yrs Double Ski
1. Mooloolaba (a)
2. Port Macquarie (GOLD)
3. Newport (A)
60-64 yrs Double Ski
1. City of Bunbury (a)
2. Newcastle (Newcastle)
3. Kurrawa (A)
65-69 yrs Double Ski
1. Northcliffe (a)
2. North Entrance (Gold)
No third place
Board Events
30-34 yrs Men’s Surf Board
1. TOBIN, Adrian (Swansea Belmont)
2. MYERS, Corey (MacMasters Beach)
3. WOTHERSPOON, Paul (Northcliffe)
35-39 yrs Men’s Surf Board
1. SEDDON, Steve (Half Moon Bay)
2. CHAN, Michael (Currumbin Beach)
3. JACOBS, Mark (Alexandra Headland)
40-44 yrs Men’s Surf Board
1. LEMMON, Paul (Terrigal)
2. DOWKER, Brett (Currumbin Beach)
3. SCHOTT, Darren (Maroubra)
45-49 yrs Men’s Surf Board
1. HILL, Gavin (Northcliffe)
2. MAYNARD, Christopher (Currumbin Beach)
3. KOLKKA, Noel (Northcliffe)
50-54 yrs Men’s Surf Board
1. IREDALE, Chris (Wanda)
2. BENNETTS, Mark (Southport)
3. KOLKKA, Bruce (Northcliffe)
55-59 yrs Men’s Surf Board
1. WARREN, Stephen (North Cronulla)
2. MCGUCKIN, Chris (Avalon Beach)
3. LAVERS, Jon (Cronulla)
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60-64 yrs Men’s Surf Board
1. KIRKWOOD, Peter (Maroubra)
2. HENNESSEY, Peter (Tacking Point)
3. TAYLOR, Ross (Thirroul)
65-69 yrs Men’s Surf Board
1. COATES, Alan (Noosa Heads)
2. BLATCHFORD, Ross (Redhead)
3. GREEN, Warren (Wollongong City)
110 yrs min Men’s Surf Board Relay
1. Maroochydore (1)
2. Currumbin Beach (A)
3. Northcliffe (a)
130 yrs min Men’s Surf Board Relay
1. Copacabana (A)
2. Freshwater (MAROON)
3. Avalon Beach (Red)
150 yrs min Men’s Surf Board Relay
1. Wanda (Navy)
2. Northcliffe (a)
3. Maroubra (BLUE)
30-34 yrs Women’s Surf Board
1. SMITH, Tiarne (Northcliffe)
2. KENT, Michelle (Redhead)
3. LAUT, Leah (Swansea Belmont)
35-39 yrs Women’s Surf Board
1. BORG, FIONA (South Maroubra)
2. VAN DE WATER, Kelli (Half Moon Bay)
3. OLANDER, Alison (Alexandra Headland)
40-44 yrs Women’s Surf Board
1. PROUDFOOT, Janet (Newport)
2. MCGUIGAN, Lisa (Maroubra)
3. SAVAGE, Paula (Coolum Beach)
45-49 yrs Women’s Surf Board
1. HANMER, Mandy (Kurrawa)
2. PEGG, Alison (Alexandra Headland)
3. PENMAN, Sandra (Mermaid Beach)
50-54 yrs Women’s Surf Board
1. LYNCH, Gina (Noosa Heads)
2. MOWBRAY, Dale (Swansea Belmont)
3. KYLE, Margaret (Northcliffe)
55-59 yrs Women’s Surf Board
1. HALES, Jenny (Noosa Heads)
No second place
No third place
110 yrs Women’s Surf Board Relay
1. Northcliffe (a)
2. Manly (red)
3. Alexandra Headland (Gold)
130 yrs min Women’s Surf Board Relay
1. Palm Beach (NSW) (Green)
No second place
No third place
150 yrs min Women’s Surf Board Relay
1. Noosa Heads (NOOSA TEAM 1)
2. Swansea Belmont (GREEN)
3. Mooloolaba (a)
70 yrs & over Surf Board
1. DE MESTRE, Neville (North Burleigh)
2. RYAN, William (Tweed Heads / Coolangatta)
No third place
170 yrs min Surf Board Relay
1. Maroochydore (1)
2. North Burleigh (A)
3. Queenscliff (BLUE)
Surf Board Riding Events
30-39 yrs Men’s Malibu Long Board Race
1. RAWSON, Matthew (Swansea Belmont)
2. CANTERBURY, Nigel (Northcliffe)
3. CARROLL, Anthony (Bronte)
40 yrs & over Men’s Malibu Long Board Race
1. VAN DER WALLEN, Adriaan (Avalon Beach)
2. SHELTON, Craig (Surfers Paradise)
3. ROBINSON, Adam (Avoca Beach)
30-39 yrs Men’s Short Board Riding
1. CARROLL, Anthony (Bronte)
2. CANTERBURY, Nigel (Northcliffe)
3. RAWSON, Matthew (Swansea Belmont)
40 yrs & over Men’s Short Board Riding
1. VAN DER WALLEN, Adriaan (Avalon Beach)
2. HORNER, Geoff (Dee Why)
3. KOLKKA, Noel (Northcliffe)
30-39 yrs Women’s Malibu Long Board Riding
1. SMITH, Tiarne (Northcliffe)
No second place
No third place
40 yrs & 0ver Women’s Malibu Long Board Riding
1. KERR, Ava (Marcoola)
2. HENDERSON, Erica (Coolum Beach)
3. WHITE, Maree (Queenscliff)
30-39 yrs Women’s Short Board Riding
1. SMITH, Tiarne (Northcliffe)
No second place
No third place
40 yrs & over Short Board Riding
1. HENDERSON, Erica (Coolum Beach)
No second place
No third place
Beach Events
30-34 yrs Men’s Beach Sprint
1. HARTSHORNE, Ryan (Anglesea)
2. ALAGICH, Christopher (Glenelg)
3. REEDY, Brenden (North Narrabeen)
35-39 yrs Men’s Beach Sprint
1. MAYBURY, Joel (Killcare)
2. CHAPMAN, Jason (Newport)
3. MATCHETT, Tim (Warriewood)
40-44 yrs Men’s Beach Sprint
1. DAVIDSON, Jeff (Mullaloo)
2. GEDZ, Michael (Queenscliff)
3. MCSWAN, Ross (Alexandra Headland)
45-49 yrs Men’s Beach Sprint
1. NOLAN, Mark (North Cottesloe)
2. KASSULKE, Nigel (Manly)
3. HOY, Stephen (Queenscliff)
50-54 yrs Men’s Beach Sprint
1. MCCORMICK, Chris (Toowoon Bay)
2. PATTISON, Paul (Byron Bay)
3. SCOTT, Mark (Clovelly)
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55-59 yrs Men’s Beach Sprint
1. SMITHIES, Ted (Newport)
2. LYNCH, Martin (Newport)
3. ILES, Murray (Avoca Beach)
60-64 yrs Men’s Beach Sprint
1. WILSON, Robert (Queenscliff)
2. BROOKER, Terry (Pacific Palms)
3. MURPHY, Max (South Maroubra)
65-69 yrs Men’s Beach Sprint
1. HAMMOND, Paul (Queenscliff)
2. MCNAMEE, John (Clovelly)
3. COLLINS, Gary (Northcliffe)
140 yrs min Men’s Beach Relay
1. Warriewood (Warriewood)
2. Shellharbour (RED)
3. Newcastle (Newcastle)
170 yrs min Men’s Beach Relay
1. Queenscliff (BLUE)
2. Killcare (KROCS)
3. Cronulla (a)
200 yrs min Men’s Beach Relay
1. Clovelly (Gold)
2. Newport (LYNCH DENTAL)
3. Glenelg (Glenelg A)
30-34 yrs Men’s Beach Flags
1. GLAZIER, Kyle (Shellharbour)
2. STAINES, Barton (North Cottesloe)
3. GIBBINGS, Julian (Swanbourne Nedlands)
35-39 yrs Men’s Beach Flags
1. CHAPMAN, Jason (Newport)
2. MAYBURY, JOEL (Killcare)
3. WHEREAT, Shane (Newcastle)
40-44 yrs Men’s Beach Flags
1. GEDZ, Michael (Queenscliff)
2. MCSWAN, Ross (Alexandra Headland)
3. JOHANSSON, Jason (Portsea)
45-49 yrs Men’s Beach Flags
1. LOFTS, Glen (Clovelly)
2. WYPER, Phil (Coolangatta)
3. TUBBY, Colin (Killcare)
50-54 yrs Men’s Beach Flags
1. DUNCAN, Gregory (Alexandra Headland)
2. HUTCHISON, David (Glenelg)
3. CAMERON, Rowan (Portsea)
55-59 yrs Men’s Beach Flags
1. MCCREDIE, Kel (Pacific Palms)
2. LYNCH, Martin (Newport)
3. SMITHIES, Ted (Newport)
60-64 yrs Men’s Beach Flags
1. WILSON, Robert (Queenscliff)
2. BROOKER, Terry (Pacific Palms)
3. DEARBERG, Neil (Alexandra Headland)
65-69 yrs Men’s Beach Flags
1. HAMMOND, Paul (Queenscliff)
2. DONALDSON, John (Brighton)
3. BORGESSON, Kenneth (Wamberal)
30-34 yrs Men’s 2km Beach Run
1. BELL, Ben (Corrimal)
2. PRICE, Jonathan (Burnie)
3. CARROLL, Anthony (Bronte)
35-39 years Men’s 2km Beach Run
1. WALKER, Chris (Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park)
2. BALLARD, Steve (Shellharbour)
3. EDWARDS, Robert (Southport)
40-44 yrs Men’s 2km Beach Run
1. FERRY, Kevin (North Steyne)
2. MORRISON, Rod (Kawana Waters)
3. MATTHEWS, Gary (Freshwater)
45-49 yrs Men’s 2km Beach Run
1. WALKER, Andrew (City of Perth)
2. RYAN, Robert (Shellharbour)
3. BRUKMANN, Dave (Cronulla)
50-54 years Men’s 2km Beach Run
1. DALY, Michael (North Burleigh)
2. GATES, Tim (Palm Beach (NSW)
3. MIRLS, Peter (Southport)
55-59 yrs Men’s 2km Beach Run
1. MURPHY, Paul (Semaphore)
2. WILLS, Kevin (MacMasters Beach)
3. WAINE, Terry (Warilla / Barrack Point)
60-64 yrs Men’s 1km Beach Run
1. BROOKER, Terry (Pacific Palms)
2. REDDAN, Greg (Southport)
3. GLOVER, Darryl (Shellharbour)
65-69 yrs Men’s 1km Beach Run
1. HAMMOND, Paul (Queenscliff)
2. MCNAMEE, John (Clovelly)
3. NICHOLLS, Allan (Northcliffe)
30-34 yrs Women’s Beach Sprint
1. STRAUSS, Davina (Coledale)
2. DONALDSON, Catherine (Kurrawa)
3. MYATT, Lee (Port Noarlunga)
35-39 yrs Women’s Beach Sprint
1. STEWART, Kylie (Queenscliff)
2. BAYLY, Natalie (Queenscliff)
3. NELSON, Annabel (Queenscliff)
40-44 yrs Women’s Beach Sprint
1. PICKTHALL, Colleen (Sandon Point)
2. WATKINS, Peta (Sorrento (WA)
3. KELLY, Dianne (City of Bunbury)
45-49 yrs Women’s Beach Sprint
1. HENDERSON, Robyn (Queenscliff)
2. BROAD, Diane (Sorrento (WA)
3. JOWETT, Julie (North Avoca Beach)
50-54 yrs Women’s Beach Sprint
1. SOUTHERN, Sukie (Newport)
2. CRICK, Valoria (Helensburgh / Stanwell Park)
3. TOWERS, Kerri (Mooloolaba)
55-59 yrs Women’s Beach Sprint
1. CLARENCE, Marilyn (Swansea Belmont)
2. LARSSEN, Carole (Cronulla)
3. PORTER, Helen (Queenscliff)
60-64 yrs Women’s Beach Sprint
1. REILLY, Susan (Fairhaven)
2. GEILIS, Janice (Cudgen Headland)
3. SMALLWOOD, Louise (Collaroy)
65-69 yrs Women’s Beach Sprint
1. WALSH, Sybil (Manly)
No second place
No third place
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140 yrs min Women’s Beach Relay
1. Queenscliff (BLUE)
2. Toowoon Bay (bolts)
3. Mooloolaba (a)
170 yrs min Women’s Beach Relay
1. Queenscliff (RED)
2. Northcliffe (a)
3. Sorrento (WA) (a)
200 yrs min Women’s Beach Relay
1. Collaroy (Black)
2. Mooloolaba (a)
3. Sorrento (WA) (a)
30-34 yrs Women’s Beach Flags
1. STRAUSS, Davina (Coledale)
2. MYATT, Lee (Port Noarlunga)
3. TUCKER, Allison (Toowoon Bay)
35-39 yrs Women’s Beach Flags
1. STEWART, Kylie (Queenscliff)
2. NUGENT, Lisa (Arcadian)
3. GRONO, Helena (North Burleigh)
40-44 yrs Women’s Beach Flags
1. PICKTHALL, Colleen (Sandon Point)
2. NORRIS, Kaye (Windang)
3. WILLIAMSON, Julie (City of Bunbury)
45-49 yrs Women’s Beach Flags
1. JOWETT, Julie (North Avoca Beach)
2. PEPPER, Wendy (Clovelly)
3. HERBERT, Sandra (Sorrento (WA)
50-54 yrs Women’s Beach Flags
1. GILL, Margaret (Sawtell)
2. JARVIS, Helen (Byron Bay)
3. O’CONNOR, Sue (Quinns Mindarie)
55-59 yrs Women’s Beach Flags
1. LARSSEN, Carole (Cronulla)
2. CLARENCE, Marilyn (Swansea Belmont)
3. PORTER, Helen (Queenscliff)
60-64 yrs Women’s Beach Flags
1. REILLY, Susan (Fairhaven)
2. SMALLWOOD, Louise (Collaroy)
3. COGHILL, Wendy (Maroochydore)
30-34 yrs Women’s 2km Beach Run
1. KELLY, Ruth (Manly)
2. ZEKULICH, April (Kurrawa)
3. MYATT, Lee (Port Noarlunga)
35-39 yrs Women’s 2km Beach Run
1. NUGENT, Lisa (Arcadian)
2. DAVIS, Sarah (North Bondi)
3. WHITESIDE, Mel (Helensburgh / Stanwell Park)
40-44 yrs Women’s 2km Beach Run
1. PEARSON, Margaret (Newport)
2. EVANS, Deborah (Clovelly)
3. KAPPLER, Jodi (Port Noarlunga)
45-49 years Women’s 2km Beach Run
1. WINTER, Kim (Forster)
2. CALLARD, Wendy (Kurrawa)
3. NOBLE, Amanda (Mooloolaba)
50-54 years Women’s 2km Beach Run
1. LYNCH, Gina (Noosa Heads)
2. POVIS, Victoria (Northcliffe)
3. WEBLEY, Pauline (Cronulla)
55-59 yrs Women’s 2km Beach Run
1. CLARENCE, Marilyn (Swansea Belmont)
2. PORTER, Helen (Queenscliff)
No third place
60-64 yrs Women’s 1km Beach Run
1. REILLY, Susan (Fairhaven)
2. ROWLAND-SMITH, Judy (Mooloolaba)
3. SMALLWOOD, Louise (Collaroy)
65-69 yrs Women’s 1km Beach Run
1. WALSH, Sybil (Manly)
No second place
No third place
70 yrs & over Beach Sprint
1. WILSON, Glen (Mooloolaba)
2. EASTON, Roy (Copacabana)
3. SHEAHAN, Brian (Tweed Heads / Coolangatta)
230 yrs min Beach Relay Race
1. Queenscliff (blue)
2. Pacific Palms (PacPalms)
3. Northcliffe (a)
70 yrs & over Beach Flags
1. WILSON, Glen (Mooloolaba)
2. EASTON, Roy (Copacabana)
3. GILLIES, Gary (South West Rocks)
70 yrs & over 1km Beach Run
1. GILLIES, Gary (South West Rocks)
2. RYAN, William (Tweed Heads / Coolangatta)
No third place
Whereis Australian Surf Life Saving
Championships
Kurrawa Beach, Queensland:
18 - 21 March 2010
Swimming Events
Under 19 Men’s Surf Team
1. Terrigal A
2. Wanda A
3. Northcliffe A
Under 15 Men`s Surf Teams
1. Northcliffe (A)
2. Newport Black
3. Maroochydore (1)
Open Men`s 5 Person R&R
1. Wanda (Blue)
2. Freshwater (Maroon)
3. Ocean Beach (Dolphins)
Under 19 Women`s Surf
1. BELL, Miranda (Maroochydore)
2. DAVIS, Jessica (Terrigal)
3. HALL, Lauren (Terrigal)
Open Women`s Surf Teams
1. Northcliffe (A)
2. Mooloolaba (A)
3. Swansea Belmont (Green)
Under 19 Women’s Surf Teams
1. Mooloolaba (A)
2. Maroochydore (1)
3. Northcliffe (A)
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Under 17 Women`s Surf Teams
1. Maroochydore (1)
2. Grange (Grange A)
3. Ocean Grove (OGA)
Under 15 Women`s Surf Teams
1. Lennox (X)
2. Mooloolaba (A)
3. Cronulla (A)
Open Women`s Surf Belt
1. FLOOD, Naomi (Manly)
2. BELL, Miranda (Maroochydore)
3. CANNING, Nadine (Lennox)
Multidiscipline Events
Under 19 Men`s Rescue Tube Rescue
1. Bulli (A)
2. Maroochydore (1)
3. Terrigal (A)
Ski Events
Under 19 Single Ski Relay
1. Mooloolaba (B)
2. South Port (Blue)
3. Mooloolaba (A)
Board Events
Under 19 Men`s Surf Board Relay
1. Collaroy (A)
2. Terrigal (A)
3. Currumbin Beach (A)
Open Women`s Surf Board Relay
1. Northcliffe (B)
2. Kurrawa (A)
3. Mooloolaba (A)
Under 19 Women`s Surf Board Relay
1. Terrigal (A)
2. Mooloolaba (A)
3. Warilla / Barrack Point (BLACK)
Surf Board Riding Events
Open Men`s Malibu Long Board Riding
1. CARROLL, Anthony (Bronte)
2. VAN DER WALLEN, Adriaan (Avalon Beach)
3. BOWIE, Duncan (Trigg Island)
Open Women`s Malibu Long Board Riding
1. ROBERTS, Jessica (Currumbin Beach)
2. SMITH, Tiarne (Northcliffe)
3. PATERSON, Shelly (Sorrento (Vic)
Beach Events
Open Men`s 2km Beach Run
1. MADDEN, Stephen (Tugun)
2. ROWELL, David (Portsea)
3. JANES, Michael (Kurrawa)
Under 19 Men`s 2km Beach Run
1. PERKINS, Kieren (Met Caloundra)
2. PAGE, Cameron (MacMasters Beach)
3. MORIARTY, Keegan (Coogee)
Under 17 Men`s 2km Beach Run
1. LAZARUS, David (Trigg Island)
2. ZERVAAS, Wade (Half Moon Bay)
3. JAMES, Blake (Warilla / Barrack Point)
Under 15 Men`s 2km Beach Run
1. SCOULLER, Harry (Nowra / Culburra)
2. GREEN, Jake (Thirroul)
3. KELLY-MAKOVEC, Joshua (North Cronulla)
Open Men`s Beach Sprint
1. NOLAN, Tom (North Cottesloe)
2. MARYNISSEN, Elliott (Collaroy)
3. SCARFF, Dean (City of Perth)
Under 19 Men`s Beach Sprint
1. MITCHELL, Ben (Kurrawa)
2. PAPADATOS, Kristopher (Coogee)
3. ANTHONY, Luke (Portsea)
Under 17 Men`s Beach Sprint
1. CALDOW, Jordan (Grange)
2. HILL, Sean (Quinns Mindarie)
3. ELLIS, Bryce (Quinns Mindarie)
Under 15 Men`s Beach Sprint
1. MILLAR, Hugh (Coogee)
2. WELLINGTON, Christopher (Ayr)
3. DREW, GUS (Cooks Hill)
Open Men`s Beach Relay
1. Kurrawa (A)
2. North Cottesloe (A)
3. Collaroy (Black)
Under 19 Men`s Beach Relay
1. Anglesea (A)
2. Kurrawa (A)
3. Mullaloo (A)
Under 17 Men`s Beach Relay
1. Manly (A)
2. Mullaloo (A)
3. Anglesea (B)
Under 15 Men`s Beach Relay
1. Alexandra Headland (GOLD)
2. Coogee (Coogee)
3. Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park (A)
Open Men`s Beach Flags
1. HARRIS, Simon (Northcliffe)
2. CRACROFT-WILSON, Paul (Kurrawa)
3. NOLAN, Tom (North Cottesloe)
Under 19 Men`s Beach Flags
1. MISPELHORN, Benjamin (Kurrawa)
2. BANHIDI, James (Mount Maunganui (NZ)
3. BURKE, Samuel (North Cottesloe)
Under 17 Men`s Beach Flags
1. HARDING, Tyler (Wanda)
2. ELLIS, Bryce (Quinns Mindarie)
3. CAVANAGH, Mitchell (Mullaloo)
Under 15 Men`s Beach Flags
1. ROSS, Jarrod (Currumbin Beach)
2. BATT, Braydon (Elliot Heads)
3. O`BRIEN, Jake (Avoca Beach)
Open Women`s Beach Flags
1. HOWARD, Melissa (Kurrawa)
2. HOGAN, Alysse (Trigg Island)
3. DANIELS, Holly (Trigg Island)
Under 19 Women`s Beach Flags
1. WYPER, Hayley (North Burleigh)
2. BRITT, Jamie-Lee (Queenscliff)
3. OPENSHAW, Hayley (Brighton)
Under 17 Women`s Beach Flags
1. MURPHY, Gabrielle (City of Perth)
2. DEVLIN, Georgia (North Burleigh)
3. BRYMER, Brittanny (City of Perth)
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Under 15 Women`s Beach Flags
1. DIBLEY, Siobhan (Cronulla)
2. MASTERS, Bree (Cronulla)
3. MOULD, Bianca (Avoca Beach)
Open Women`s 2km Beach Run
1. O’TOOLE, Alison (City of Perth)
2. MCCARTHY, Siobhan (North Bondi)
3. ZEKULICH, April (Kurrawa)
Under 19 Women`s 2km Beach Run
1. PERKINS, Kelly Ann (Met Caloundra)
2. BRADY, Tia (Dixon Park)
3. DON SLAVEN, Courtney (North Burleigh)
Under 17 Women`s 2km Beach Run
1. MERCER, Jordan (Mooloolaba)
2. RICKETTS, Erica (Maroochydore)
3. BATEMAN, Courtney (Torquay)
Under 15 Women`s 2km Beach Run
1. CURTIS, Holly (Torquay)
2. JENKINS, Teisha (Mooloolaba)
3. GASPAROTTO, Elyssia (Ocean Beach)
Open Women`s Beach Sprint
1. SHORTER, Laura (Queenscliff)
2. MAPLES, Chelsea (Kurrawa)
3. HOWARD, Melissa (Kurrawa)
Under 19 Women`s Beach Sprint
1. COOK, Sarah (Cronulla)
2. WYPER, Hayley (North Burleigh)
3. ARDON, Montana (City of Perth)
Under 17 Women`s Beach Sprint
1. MURPHY, Gabrielle (City of Perth)
2. DEVLIN, Georgia (North Burleigh)
3. THORP, Danielle (Scarboro)
Under 15 Women`s Beach Sprint
1. MASTERS, Bree (Cronulla)
2. DAVIES, Taylah (Thirroul)
3. DIBLEY, Siobhan (Cronulla)
Open Women`s Beach Relay
1. Kurrawa (A)
2. Scarboro (B)
3. North Cottesloe (A)
Under 19 Women`s Beach Relay
1. Portsea (White)
2. City of Perth (A)
3. North Burleigh (A)
Under 17 Women`s Beach Relay
1. Mordialloc SLSC (mordysurf)
2. Grange (Grange A)
3. Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park (A)
Under 15 Women`s Beach Relay
1. Cronulla (A)
2. City of Bunbury (A)
3. Bribie Island (A)
Open March Past Championship
1. South Port (South Port)
2. North Bondi (A)
3. Kurrawa (A)
Under 23 March Past Championship
1. Brighton (A)
2. Collaroy (Black)
3. Manly (Blue)
Under 17 March Past Championship
1. North Bondi (Nth Bondi Mermaids)
2. Collaroy (Black)
3. North Cronulla (Gold)
First Aid
Open First Aid Championship
1. Dicky Beach (A)
2. Manly (Blue)
3. Ocean Beach (Interns)
Under 19 First Aid Championship
1. Noosa Heads (A)
2. Maroochydore (A)
3. Picnic Bay (A)
Under 17 First Aid Championship
1. Maroochydore (A)
2. Coochiemudlo SLSC (A)
3. Manly (Blue)
Under 15 First Aid Championship
1. Manly (Red)
2. Maroochydore (A)
3. Dicky Beach (team)
Lifesaving
Open Men`s Champion Lifesaver
1. SNELL, Stuart (Northcliffe)
2. WHITE, Michael (Alexandra Headland)
3. ORFORD, BEN (Cronulla)
Under 19 Men`s Champion Lifesaver
1. TAYLOR, Redwood (Sunshine Beach)
2. MCGREGOR, Riley (Bundaberg)
3. WALKER, Josh (City of Perth)
Under 17 Men`s Champion Lifesaver
1. DOUGHAN, Bradley (Alexandra Headland)
2. DUFFY, Stewart (Northcliffe)
3. NICHOLSON, Jake (Grange)
Under 15 Men`s Champion Lifesaver
1. YEATES, Liam (South Curl Curl)
2. MURPHY, Hayden (Maroochydore)
3. HUNT, Troy (North Burleigh)
Open Women`s Champion Lifesaver
1. PELLY, Melinda (Manly)
2. MCKENZIE, Kathryn (Northcliffe)
3. GLENNY, Alison (Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park)
Under 19 Women`s Champion Lifesaver
1. MCKENZIE, Emma (Northcliffe)
2. SEYMOUR, Brigette (Alexandra Headland)
3. RADFORD, Danielle (Swansea Belmont)
Under 17 Women`s Champion Lifesaver
1. HANCOCK, India (Northcliffe)
2. WHITE, Katlyn (Alexandra Headland)
3. REDWOOD, Molly (Sunshine Beach)
Under 15 Women`s Champion Lifesaver
1. SCOTT, Samantha (Kurrawa)
2. MITCHELL, Tyla (Dicky Beach)
3. KRUCLER, Helen (Umina)
Open Patrol Championship
1. Northcliffe (A)
2. Alexandra Headland (A)
3. Jan Juc (A)
Under 17 Patrol Championship
1. Northcliffe (1)
2. Dicky Beach (1)
3. Dicky Beach (2)
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2010 IRB Interstate Championships
Penguin, Tasmania: 16 April 2010
Overall Pointscore
Queensland 44
Victoria 42
New South Wales 40
South Australia 25
Western Australia 23
Tasmania 9
Results
Open Female Mass Rescue
1. Queensland
2. Western Australia
3. South Australia
Open Female Surf Rescue
1. Victoria
2. Queensland
3. New South Wales
Open Female Teams Rescue
1. Queensland
2. Western Australia
3. Victoria
Open Female Tube Rescue
1. Victoria
2. Queensland
3. New South Wales
Open IRB Relay
1. Queensland
2. Victoria
3. New South Wales
Open Male Mass Rescue
1. Victoria
2. New South Wales
3. South Australia
Open Male Surf Rescue
1. New South Wales
2. Queensland
3. Victoria
Open Male Teams Rescue
1. Victoria
2. New South Wales
3. Queensland
Open Male Tube Rescue
1. New South Wales
2. Queensland
3. South Australia
2010 Australian IRB Championships
Penguin, Tasmania 17-18 April 2010
Overall Pointscore
Williamstown 52
North Burleigh 39
Kurrawa 24
Anglesea 14
Kiama Downs 13
Bribie Island 12
Thirroul 10
Caves Beach 8
Port Noarlunga 7
South Maroubra 4
Results
Open Female Mass Rescue
1. Williamstown – Team 2
2. Bribie Island – Team 1
3. Williamstown – Team 1
Open Female Surf Rescue
1. North Burleigh – Team 1
2. Williamstown – Team 2
3. Kurrawa – Team 1
Open Female Teams Rescue
1. Williamstown – Team 1
2. Bribie Island – Team 1
3. North Burleigh – Team 1
Open Female Tube Rescue
1. Anglesea – Team 1
2. Kurrawa – Team 1
3. North Burleigh – Team 1
Open IRB Relay
1. Williamstown – Team 1
2. Thirroul – Team 1
3. Kurrawa – Team 1
Open Male Mass Rescue
1. Kiama Downs – Team 1
2. North Burleigh – Team 1
3. North Burleigh – Team 2
Open Male Surf Rescue
1. Williamstown – Team 2
2. Port Noarlunga – Team 2
3. Anglesea – Team 1
Open Male Teams Rescue
1. North Burleigh – Team 1
2. Caves Beach – Team 1
3. Kiama Downs – Team 1
Open Male Tube Rescue
1. Williamstown – Team 2
2. Thirroul – Team 1
3. Anglesea – Team 1
2010 Australian Pool Rescue
Championships
Melbourne, Victoria: 5-6 June 2010
Overall Pointscore
Northcliffe SLSC 188
Cronulla SLSC 161
Maroochydore SLSC 159.5
Wanda SLSC 140
Grange SLSC 114.5
Bulli SLSC 109
Under 15 Female
200m Obstacle Race
1. Rogers, Dahlas (Cronulla SLSC)
2. Trypas, Hannah (Redhead SLSC)
3. Smith, Nerice (Half Moon Bay SLSC)
50m Swim with Fins
1. Trypas, Hannah (Redhead)
2. Rogers, Dahlas (Cronulla)
3. Gasparotto, Elyssia (Ocean Beach)
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100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. Fahey, Eilish (Sunshine Beach)
2. McDonald, Madelyn (Jan Juc)
3. Nolan, Alex (Sunshine Beach)
50m Manikin Carry
1. Nolan, Alex (Sunshine Beach)
2. Gasparotto, Elyssia (Ocean Beach)
3. McDonald, Madelyn (Jan Juc)
Line Throw Relay
1. Sunshine Beach
2. Jan Juc
3. Wanda
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. McMahon, Danielle (Wanda)
2. Fahey, Eilish (Sunshine Beach)
3. Nolan, Charlotte (Sunshine Beach)
Under 15 Male
200m Obstacle Race
1. O’Brien, Kyle (Cronulla SLSC)
2. Bridge, Keelan (Ocean Beach SLSC)
3. Morgan, Isaac (Redhead SLSC)
50m Swim with Fins
1. Harrison, Jordan (Northcliffe)
2. Hall‐Muir, Liam (Cooks Hill)
2. Rethamel, Jeremy G (Queensland Country HP)
3. Druery, Kyle (Cronulla)
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. Brooks, Nicholas (Wanda)
2. Feather, Laclan (Northcliffe)
3. Furiness, Jay (Wanda)
50m Manikin Carry
1. Furiness, Jay (Wanda)
2. Boxall, Jed (Elouera)
3. Kavanagh, Kurtis (Swansea Belmont)
3. Rethamel, Jeremy (Qld Country HP)
Line Throw Relay
1. Elouera
2. Cronulla
3. South Melbourne
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Feather, Laclan (Northcliffe)
2. Brooks, Nicholas (Wanda)
3. Boxall, Jed
3. Rethamel, Jeremy (Qld Country HP)
Under 17 Female
200m Obstacle Race
1. Lauricella, Jessica (Wanda)
2. Smith, Eliza (Swansea Belmont)
3. Jones, Mariah (Tweed Heads & Coolangatta)
4 x 50m Obstacle Relay
1. Sunshine Beach
2. Cronulla
3. Tweed Heads & Coolangatta
50m Swim with Fins
1. Smith, Eliza (Swansea Belmont)
2. Lauricella, Jessica (Wanda)
3. King, Rachelle (Terrigal)
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. Ruiz, Christina (Jan Juc)
2. Redwood, Molly (Sunshine Beach)
3. Jones, Siobhan (Elouera)
2x 50m Manikin Relay Relay
1. Sunshine Beach
2. Grange
3. Mordialloc
50m Manikin Carry
1. Ruiz, Christina (Jan Juc)
2. Redwood, Molly (Sunshine Beach)
3. Collins, Jessica (Redhead)
3. McDougall, Adina (Qld Country HP)
Line Throw Relay
1. Maroochydore
2. Ocean Grove
3. Elouera
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Kneale, Martha (Maroochydore)
2. Ruiz, Christina (Jan Juc)
3. Halligan, Devon (Freshwater)
100m Rescue Medley
1. Redwood, Molly (Sunshine Beach)
2. Chaffey, Emily (Swansea Belmont)
3. Kneale, Martha (Maroochydore)
3. McDougall, Adina (Qld Country HP)
200m Super Lifesaver
1. King, Rachelle (Terrigal)
2. Ruiz, Christina (Jan Juc)
3. Chaffey, Emily (Swansea Belmont )
4x50m Medley Relay Relay
1. Sunshine Beach
2. Tweed Heads & Coolangatta
3. Ocean Grove
Under 17 Male
200m Obstacle Race
1. O’Brien, Kyle (Cronulla)
2. Bridge, Keelan (Ocean Beach)
3. Morgan, Isaac (Redhead)
4 x 50m Obstacle Relay
1. Cronulla A
2. Wanda A
3. Bulli A
50m Swim with Fins
1. O’Brien, Kyle (Cronulla)
2. Markey, Aaron (Cronulla)
3. Earp, Samuel (Swansea Belmont)
3. Arthur, Caillan (Qld Country HP)
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. O’Brien, Kyle (Cronulla)
2. Earp, Samuel (Swansea Belmont)
2. Heery, Luke (Qld Country HP)
3. Nicholson, Jake (Grange)
2x 50m Manikin Relay Relay
1. Wanda
2. Cronulla
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50m Manikin Carry
1. Earp, Samuel (Swansea Belmont)
2. Nicholson, Jake (Grange)
3. Bain, Bill (Mooloolaba)
Line Throw Relay
1. Ocean Beach
2. Qld Country HP
2. Cronulla
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Bain, Bill (Mooloolaba)
2. O’Brien, Kyle (Cronulla)
2. Heery, Luke (Picnic Bay)
3. Nicholson, Jake (Grange)
100m Rescue Medley
1. Bridge, Keelan (Ocean Beach)
2. Nicholson, Jake (Grange
3. Earp, Samuel (Swansea Belmont)
200m Super Lifesaver
1. Nicholson, Jake (Grange)
2. Earp, Samuel (Swansea Belmont)
3. O’Brien, Kyle (Cronulla)
4x50m Medley Relay Relay
1. Cronulla
2. Wanda
3. Bulli
Under 19 Female
200m Obstacle Race
1. Bell, Miranda (Maroochydore)
2. Hall, Lauren (Terrigal)
3. Hurkmans, Alicia (Grange)
50m Swim with Fins
1. Bell, Miranda (Maroochydore)
2. Hendry, Pamela (Maroochydore)
2. Adams, Ashleigh (Qld Country HP)
3. Hurkmans, Alicia (Grange)
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. Hendry, Pamela (Maroochydore)
2. Bell, Miranda (Maroochydore)
3. Hurkmans, Alicia (Grange)
50m Manikin Carry
1. Hendry, Pamela (Maroochydore)
2. Bell, Miranda (Maroochydore)
3. Kirk, Alicia (Maroochydore)
Line Throw Relay
1. Grange A
2. Grange B
3. Maroochydore
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Bell, Miranda (Maroochydore)
2. Hendry, Pamela (Maroochydore)
3. Hurkmans, Alicia (Grange)
3. Kirk, Alicia(Maroochydore)
100m Rescue Medley
1. Hendry, Pamela
2. Hurkmans, Alicia
2. Adams, Ashleigh (Qld Country HP)
3. Walker, Stephanie
3. Lowe, Sarah (Qld Country HP)
200m Super Lifesaver
1. Bell, Miranda (Maroochydore)
2. Kirk, Alicia (Maroochydore)
3. Hurkmans, Alicia (Grange)
Under 19 Male
200m Obstacle Race
1. Schofielld, Timothy (Terrigal)
2. Bell, Samuel (Maroochydore)
3. Clarke, Alex (Wanda)
50m Swim with Fins
1. Bell, Samuel (Maroochydore)
2. Schofielld, Timothy (Terrigal)
3. Ryan, Leigh (Jan Juc)
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. Bell, Samuel (Maroochydore)
2. Schofielld, Timothy (Terrigal)
3. Ryan, Leigh (Jan Juc)
50m Manikin Carry
1. Schofielld, Timothy (Terrigal)
2. Bell, Samuel (Maroochydore)
3. Ryan, Leigh (Jan Juc)
Line Throw Relay
1. Bulli
1. Qld Country HP
2. Terrigal
3. Maroochydore
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Bell, Samuel (Maroochydore)
2. Schofielld, Timothy (Terrigal)
3. Fagerstrom, Mitchell (Bulli)
100m Rescue Medley
1. Bell, Samuel (Maroochydore)
2. Ryan, Leigh (Jan Juc)
3. White, Sean (Bulli )
200m Super Lifesaver
1. Schofielld, Timothy (Terrigal)
2. White, Sean (Bulli)
3. Fagerstrom, Mitchell (Bulli)
Open Female
200m Obstacle Race
1. Smith, Kristyl (Northcliffe)
2. Hancock, Courtney (Northcliffe)
3. Walker, Jessica (Northcliffe)
4 x 50m Obstacle Relay
1. Northcliffe
2. Cronulla
2. Queensland Country HP Squad
3. Grange
50m Swim with Fins
1. Pluimers, Elizabeth (Northcliffe)
2. Cain, Sam (Ocean Grove)
3. Ferguson, Lisa (Mordialloc)
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. Ballantine, Stephanie (Surfers Paradise)
2. Ferguson, Lisa (Mordialloc)
3. Pluimers, Elizabeth (Northcliffe)
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2x 50m Manikin Relay Relay
1. Maroochydore
2. Northcliffe
3. Grange
50m Manikin Carry
1. Parry, Jenny (North Burleigh)
2. Ballantine, Stephanie (Surfers Paradise)
3. Smith, Kristyl (Northcliffe)
Line Throw Relay
1. Mordialloc
2. Northcliffe
3. Kurrawa
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Pluimers, Elizabeth (Northcliffe)
2. Walker, Jessica (Northcliffe)
3. Ferguson, Lisa (Mordialloc
100m Rescue Medley
1. Ballantine, Stephanie (Surfers Paradise)
2. Parry, Jenny (North Burleigh)
3. Miller, Alisha (Freshwater)
200m Super Lifesaver
1. Parry, Jenny (North Burleigh)
2. Smith, Kristyl (Northcliffe)
3. Walker, Jessica (Northcliffe)
4x50m Medley Relay Relay
1. Maroochydore
2. Northcliffe
3. Mordialloc
Open Men
200m Obstacle Race
1. Lahey, Dev (Northcliffe)
2. Eckstein, Shannon (Northcliffe)
3. Allum, Christopher (Cronulla)
4 x 50m Obstacle Relay
1. Northcliffe A
2. Bulli A
3. Cronulla A
50m Swim with Fins
1. Allum, Christopher (Cronulla)
2. Orford, Ben (Cronulla)
3. McCrindle, Blake (Wanda)
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. Parkes, Mitchell (Elouera)
2. Lahey, Dev (Northcliffe)
3. McCrindle, Blake (Wanda)
2x 50m Manikin Relay Relay
1. Bulli
2. Cronulla
3. Northcliffe
50m Manikin Carry
1. Harper, Luke (Torquay)
2. Langthorne, Downie (Bulli)
3. Snell, Stuart (Northcliffe)
Line Throw Relay
1. Elouera
2. Bulli
3. Jan Juc
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Lahey, Dev (Northcliffe)
2. Langthorne, Downie (Bulli)
3. Hopkinson, George (Wanda)
100m Rescue Medley
1. Harper, Luke (Torquay)
2. Lahey, Dev (Northcliffe)
3. McCauley, Ben (Kawana Waters)
200m Super Lifesaver
1. Allum, Christopher (Cronulla)
2. Lahey, Dev (Northcliffe)
2. Eckstein, Shannon (Northcliffe)
4x50m Medley Relay Relay
1. Northcliffe
2. Cronulla
3. Wanda
30‐34 Men
200m Obstacle Race
1. Evans, James (Mordialloc)
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. Evans, James (Mordialloc)
50m Manikin Carry
1. Evans, James (Mordialloc)
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Evans, James (Mordialloc)
35-39 Women
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Morris, Keryn (Bulli)
200m Obstacle Race
1. Morris, Keryn (Bulli)
35‐39 Men
200m Obstacle Race
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. Watts, Brendan (Grange)
2. Watts, Peter (Redhead)
3. Read, Tristan (Lorne)
50m Manikin Carry
1. Read, Tristan (Lorne)
2. Watts, Brendan (Grange)
3. Braine, Stuart (Lorne)
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Watts, Brendan (Grange)
2. Braine, Stuart (Lorne)
3. Watts, Peter (Redhead)
200m Obstacle Race
1. Braine, Stuart (Lorne)
2. Watts, Peter (Redhead)
3. Watts, Brendan (Grange)
40 ‐44 Men
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. Boxall, Steve (Elouera)
50m Manikin Carry
1. Boxall, Steve (Elouera)
2. Lord, Peter (Bulli)
3. Nicholson, Craig (Grange)
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100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Boxall, Steve (Elouera)
2. Nicholson, Craig (Grange)
200m Obstacle Race
1. Boxall, Steve (Elouera)
2. Lord, Peter (Lorne)
3. Nicholson, Craig (Grange)
45-49 Women
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. Kearney, Geraldine (Grange)
2. Churchill, Meryl (Grange)
50m Manikin Carry
1. Churchill, Meryl (Grange)
2. Kearney, Geraldine (Grange)
3. Green, Elizabeth (Bulli)
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Kearney, Geraldine (Grange)
200m Obstacle Race
1. Churchill, Meryl (Grange)
2. Kearney, Geraldine (Grange)
3. Green, Elizabeth (Grange)
45-49 Men
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. Zimmermann, Lyndon (Grange)
50m Manikin Carry
1. Zimmermann, Lyndon (Grange)
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Williamson, Peter (Lorne)
2. Boness, Tim (Lorne)
3. Zimmermann, Lyndon (Grange)
200m Obstacle Race
1. Boness, Tim (Lorne)
2. Williamson, Peter K (Lorne)
3. Caldwell, Keith (Bulli)
50 – 54 Men
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
1. Fry, Steven (Northcliffe)
2. Quine, George (Jan Juc)
3. Jones, Rodney (Tweed Heads & Coolangatta)
50m Manikin Carry
1. Fry, Steven (Northcliffe)
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
1. Fry, Steven (Northcliffe)
2. Quine, George (Jan Juc)
3. Jones, Rodney (Tweed Heads & Coolangatta)
200m Obstacle Race
1. Fry, Steven (Northcliffe)
2. Jones, Rodney (Tweed Heads & Coolangatta)
3. Quine, George (Jan Juc)
Masters Male Team Events
4 x 50m Obstacle Relay 120+
1. Grange
2 x 50m Manikin Relay 120+
1. Grange
4 x 50m Relay 120+
1. Lorne
2. Grange
30‐39 Line Throw Relay
1. Bulli
2. Grange
40+ Line Throw Relay
1. Grange
Masters Female Team Events
40+ Line Throw Relay
1. Bulli
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140

Statistical Summaries
Membership 142
Actions 144
Equipment 146
Awards and qualifications 148
Service Awards 158
Coaching and officials 160
Dedicated
for life
141

Membership
SLSA membership by category
Active (15-
18)
Active (18 or
over)
NSW Qld Vic SA WA Tas NT
2009/10 2008/09
Total Total % Change
Male 1778 842 1135 407 47 22 4231 4186 1.08%
Female 1245 594 1011 463 49 25 3387 3195 6.01%
Total 3023 1436 2146 870 96 47 7618 7381 3.21%
Male 7816 3169 1840 1548 305 81 14759 14743 0.11%
Female 3412 1384 1162 930 179 82 7149 7157 -0.11%
Total 11228 4553 3002 2478 484 163 21908 21900 0.04%
Active Male 785 112 127 57 10 1 1092 1111 -1.71%
Reserve
Female 209 28 33 22 5 1 298 289 3.11%
Total 994 140 160 79 15 2 1390 1400 -0.71%
Cadet (13-15) Male 1446 699 744 475 53 21 3438 3410 0.82%
Female 1392 655 840 538 59 23 3507 3445 1.80%
Total 2838 1354 1584 1013 112 44 6945 6855 1.31%
Award Male 284 477 61 93 5 2 922 899 2.56%
Female 214 413 65 70 7 7 776 701 10.70%
Total 498 890 126 163 12 9 1698 1600 6.13%
General (SA) Male 2342 2342 2150 8.93%
Female 1935 1935 1804 7.26%
Total 4277 4277 3954 8.17%
Patrolling Male 12109 5299 3907 2342 2580 420 127 26784 26499 1.08%
Lifesavers
Female 6472 3074 3111 1935 2023 299 138 17052 16591 2.78%
Total 18581 8373 7018 4277 4603 719 265 43836 43090 1.73%
Junior Male 14599 6522 3981 1466 3199 305 116 30188 28718 5.12%
Activity
(5-13)
Female 13387 5904 4087 1380 3091 468 127 28444 27620 2.98%
Total 27986 12426 8068 2846 6290 773 243 58632 56338 4.07%
Long Service Male 2339 1075 103 11 397 4 3 3932 4784 -17.81%
Female 199 147 15 2 91 1 1 456 439 3.87%
Total 2538 1222 118 13 488 5 4 4388 5223 -15.99%
142

NSW Qld Vic SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
2008/09
Total
% Change
Associate Male 5986 4967 3116 1 1502 253 267 16092 15956 0.85%
Female 4886 5887 3504 2 1225 253 266 16023 15688 2.14%
Total 10872 10854 6620 3 2727 506 533 32115 31644 1.49%
General Male 1905 0 554 1056 14 4 3533 2949 19.80%
(Except SA)
Female 1634 0 631 1057 22 6 3350 2691 24.49%
Total 3539 0 1185 2113 36 10 6883 5640 22.04%
Honorary Male 261 211 22 17 45 0 0 556 600 -7.33%
Female 94 114 21 8 36 0 0 273 289 -5.54%
Total 355 325 43 25 81 0 0 829 889 -6.75%
Life Member Male 1161 830 435 299 209 0 16 2950 3271 -9.81%
Female 82 72 118 55 29 0 6 362 353 2.55%
Total 1243 902 553 354 238 0 22 3312 3624 -8.61%
Probationary Male 408 752 363 7 201 9 4 1744 1959 -10.97%
Female 234 641 333 1 144 5 2 1360 1548 -12.14%
Total 642 1393 696 8 345 14 6 3104 3507 -11.49%
Past Active Male 32 327 8 0 6 0 0 373 268 39.18%
Female 7 136 10 0 1 0 0 154 95 62.11%
Total 39 463 18 0 7 0 0 527 363 45.18%
Total Male 38800 19983 12489 4143 9195 1005 537 86152 85004 1.35%
Total Female 26995 15975 11830 3383 7697 1048 546 67474 65314 3.31%
Grand Total 65795 35958 24319 7526 16892 2053 1083 153626 150318 2.20%
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Statistical Summaries
* Membership categories in SA dictated by legislative requirements
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Actions
Actions by surf lifesavers
Rescues – Surf Lifesavers
NSW Qld Vic SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
2008/09
Total
% Change
No Gear 937 217 37 27 35 8 0 1261 1295 -2.63%
Tube 944 829 102 36 123 1 0 2035 2761 -26.29%
Board 1347 558 70 49 157 16 0 2197 2478 -11.34%
IRB 715 462 236 60 314 61 1 1849 2058 -10.16%
PWC/RWC 364 833 9 28 207 9 2 1452 1391 4.39%
JRB/ORB/RIB 58 62 5 33 0 0 0 158 252 -37.30%
Surf Boat 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 13 -92.31%
Helicopter 7 2 0 5 0 0 0 14 5 180.00%
Surfboard 34 0 2 0 0 0 0 36 5 620.00%
Other 209 168 3 7 29 0 1 417 363 14.88%
Total 4616 3131 464 245 865 95 4 9420 10621 -11.31%
Preventative actions – Surf Lifesavers
Evacuation Alarm 178 35 15 168 6 0 1 403 528 -23.67%
Searches 226 95 52 48 27 4 0 452 614 -26.38%
Lost Children 872 0 190 39 73 1 0 1175 1071 9.71%
Preventions 127519 58714 21446 12561 4969 426 298 225933 206652 9.33%
Total 128795 58844 21703 12816 5075 431 299 227963 208865 9.14%
Emergency care – Surf Lifesavers
Marine Stings 9671 13328 1660 113 1701 54 11 26538 13822 92.00%
Minor Cuts/
Abrasions
2512 1191 1310 262 447 68 2 5792 5185 11.71%
Major Wound 153 90 20 14 13 3 0 293 226 29.65%
Fractures/
108 123 12 10 16 4 0 273 206 32.52%
Dislocations
Suspected
134 65 7 9 30 3 1 249 211 18.01%
Spinal Injuries
Resuscitation 28 18 1 5 10 0 0 62 61 1.64%
Others 1188 335 209 153 267 47 5 2204 2129 3.52%
Defibrillation* 0 4 1 0 0 0 0 5 4 25.00%
Total 13794 15154 3220 566 2484 179 19 35416 21844 62.13%
Grand total 147205 77129 25387 13627 8424 705 322 272799 241330 13.04%
144

Actions by Australian Lifeguard Service employees
Rescues – Lifeguards
NSW Qld Vic SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
2008/09
Total
% Change
No Gear 250 238 12 3 27 0 258 788 633 24.49%
Tube 156 55 102 1 79 2 34 429 434 -1.15%
Board 565 230 93 22 53 2 4 969 1370 -29.27%
IRB 38 21 83 0 1 0 0 143 58 146.55%
PWC/RWC 65 34 0 0 0 0 0 99 37 167.57%
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Statistical Summaries
JRB/ORB/RIB 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 -100.00%
Surf Boat 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 –
Helicopter 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 –
Surfboard 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 4 -50.00%
Other 7 25 4 1 25 0 0 62 26 138.46%
Total 1081 605 294 27 185 4 296 2492 2564 -2.81%
Preventative Actions – Lifeguards
Evacuation Alarm 29 20 5 0 0 0 0 54 133 -59.40%
Searches 1 4 47 1 0 0 1 54 32 68.75%
Lost Children 27 77 59 0 0 0 1 164 198 -17.17%
Preventions 173938 201290 25153 2989 7009 1500 18283 430162 453727 -5.19%
Total 173995 201391 25264 2990 7009 1500 18285 430434 454090 -5.21%
Emergency Care – Lifeguards
Marine Stings 6524 3698 456 55 594 150 3 11480 6326 81.47%
Minor Cuts/
Abrasions
1753 2195 597 134 460 20 58 5217 5544 -5.90%
Major Wound 68 44 17 14 6 0 0 149 103 44.66%
Fractures/
67 44 15 0 19 1 3 149 94 58.51%
Dislocations
Suspected
31 14 12 0 10 0 3 70 47 48.94%
Spinal Injuries
Resuscitation 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 7 -85.71%
Others 2 2 1 0 0 0 0 5 4 25.00%
Defibrillation* 574 397 54 12 267 0 7 1311 647 102.63%
Total 9019 6394 1153 215 1356 171 74 18382 12772 43.92%
Grand total 184095 208390 26711 3232 8550 1675 18655 451308 469426 -3.86%
145

Equipment
Lifesaver Equipment
NSW Qld Vic SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
2008/09
Total
% Change
Surf Life Saving Clubs & Support Operations Groups – Gear and Equipment Owned
Beach Vehicle
127 0 52 42 30 5 5 261 291 -10.31%
(incl ATV)
Board
1587 1 454 1100 330 24 14 3510 2444 43.62%
(incl Boogie Boards)
Defibrillator 224 1 103 44 46 9 5 432 432 0.00%
First Aid Equipment 656 0 90 220 63 2 5 1036 882 17.46%
IRB 418 0 167 77 66 13 5 746 782 -4.60%
IRB Motor 503 0 227 91 79 35 8 943 992 -4.94%
Oxy Viva 342 1 161 59 92 8 5 668 732 -8.74%
Radio 914 0 555 182 199 29 25 1904 2107 -9.63%
Rescue Tube 1491 3 529 207 338 37 11 2616 2770 -5.56%
RWC 47 0 5 6 12 2 3 75 84 -10.71%
Spinal Equipment 350 0 135 90 88 4 3 670 591 13.37%
Total 6659 6 2478 2118 1343 168 89 12861 12107 6.23%
Lifeguard Equipment
NSW Qld Vic SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
2008/09
Total
% Change
ALS Lifeguards – Gear and Equipment Owned
Beach Vehicle
3 29 3 0 3 0 1 39 24 62.50%
(incl ATV)
Board
41 48 5 2 10 10 3 119 98 21.43%
(incl Boogie Boards)
Defibrillator 6 42 1 0 2 0 2 53 38 39.47%
First Aid Equipment 13 35 6 2 2 4 5 67 54 24.07%
IRB 1 1 4 0 0 1 0 7 5 40.00%
IRB Motor 3 0 5 0 0 1 0 9 9 0.00%
Oxy Viva 12 55 4 1 2 3 2 79 61 29.51%
Radio 43 82 6 0 7 4 3 145 121 19.83%
Rescue Tube 44 82 5 0 5 8 11 155 141 9.93%
RWC 2 14 3 0 0 1 0 20 8 150.00%
Spinal Equipment 6 31 2 0 0 2 4 45 31 45.16%
Total 174 419 44 5 31 34 31 738 590 25.08%
146

Statistical Summaries
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Georgetown State School in Queensland was
one of the many schools to benefit from the
2009 Telstra Beach to Bush program
147

Awards and
qualifications
SLSA awards and educational qualifications issued
NSW Qld Vic
Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm.
Patrolling Lifesaver Awards
Surf Rescue Certificate (CPR Endorsed) 1894 1099 165 800 19
Surf Survival 112 0 277
Bronze Medallion 3744 16 1991 1472 40
Silver Medallion Patrol Captain 0
Silver Medallion Basic Beach Management 372 2 251 249
Gold Medallion (Advanced Lifesaving) 85 36 15
Total 6207 18 3377 442 2536 59
Junior Activities Awards
Surf Awareness One 3412 1484 160
Surf Awareness Two 2921 1520 180
Surf Safety One 2673 1283 178
Surf Safety Two 2280 1263 203
Surf Smart One 1909 1073 164
Surf Smart Two 1598 782 140
Total 14793 0 7405 0 1025 0
Emergency Care Awards
Basic Resuscitation Certificate 1008
Resuscitation Certificate 177 12641 103 191
Resuscitation (with basic oxygen) 27
Advanced Resuscitation Certificate 440 122 590 80 67
Advanced Resuscitation Techniques Certificate 433 70 43 159 1
Basic Emergency Care 44 2 18
Senior First Aid Certificate (PUA) 6 1 24
Senior First Aid (HLT) 697 10566 769 2 145
Pain Management Certificate (Methoxyflurane) 14 6 22
Defibrillation Certificate 691 112 640 34 112 1
Marine Stinger Management 74
Spinal Management 914 155 1 124
Silver Medallion Advanced Emergency Care 158 2
Total 3574 23701 3210 159 840 2
148

SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Total
2008/09
Total
%
Change
418 844 267 50 6 8 28 5113 485 5598 5430 3%
6 37 30 155 307 462 945 -51%
400 863 110 75 29 30 8609 161 8770 8813 0%
0 0 0 13 -100%
1 76 949 2 951 1628 -42%
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Statistical Summaries
3 139 0 139 106 31%
825 0 1823 267 160 81 37 88 14965 955 15920 16935 -6%
136 768 91 2 6053 0 6053 6122 -1%
184 731 84 4 5624 0 5624 5710 -2%
207 805 88 1 9 5235 9 5244 5498 -5%
211 741 76 4 4778 0 4778 4742 1%
207 630 73 3 4059 0 4059 4138 -2%
202 520 64 3306 0 3306 3411 -3%
1147 0 4195 0 476 0 14 9 29055 9 29064 29621 -2%
21 1008 21 1029 1928 -47%
151 26 797 113 9 657 13551 14208 22057 -36%
6 6 12 27 39 179 -78%
199 99 34 16 50 15 3 1426 289 1715 2590 -34%
231 108 6 10 3 941 123 1064 0 –
42 75 7 106 82 188 302 -38%
1 5 32 5 37 8932 -100%
181 187 1425 13 338 10 1992 12341 14333 6677 115%
9 45 6 51 0 –
109 207 29 10 11 4 1780 180 1960 2297 -15%
74 0 74 16 363%
394 21 17 1433 193 1626 1187 37%
29 187 2 189 178 6%
919 0 1066 2387 39 508 45 63 9693 26820 36513 46343 -21%
149

NSW Qld Vic
Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm.
Powercraft Awards
IRB Crew Certificate 992 612 309
Silver Medallion IRB Driver 291 192 67
JRB Crew Certificate 3 612
JRB Driver Certificate 1 1
JRB Skipper Certificate
ORB Crew Certificate 9
ORB Specialist Crew Certificate
ORB Driver Certificate 6
ORB Skipper Certificate 2
Rescue Water Craft Operator Certificate 51 30 11
ATV Operator Induction 1084 2 505 116
Total 2439 2 1952 0 503 0
Radio Awards
Silver Medallion Radio Controller 2
Radio Operator Certificate 555 1042 82
Total 557 0 1042 0 82 0
Aerial/Helicopter Awards
Helicopter Crew Certificate 3
Air Observers Certificate
Helicopter Air Crewperson`s Certificate 1
Helicopter Specialist Crew Certificate 1
Total 0 0 1 0 0 0 4
Training, Assessment and Facilitation Awards
Training Officer Surf Rescue 28 4
Assessor Surf Rescue 16
Facilitator Surf Rescue Certificate
Training Officer Bronze Medallion 69 50 8
Assessor Bronze Medallion 68 22 2
Facilitator Bronze Medallion 2 22
Assessor Silver Medallion Patrol Captain
Facilitator Silver Medallion Patrol Captain
Facilitator Silver Medallion Basic Beach Management 2 3 2
Training Officer Resuscitation 1
Assessor Resuscitation
Training Officer Advanced Resuscitation 39 19 2
Assessor Advanced Resuscitation 34 14 3
Facilitator Advanced Resuscitation 3
Training Officer Advanced Resuscitation Techniques 31 8
Assessor Advanced Resuscitation Techniques 30 4
Facilitator Advanced Resuscitation Techniques 11 2
Training Officer First Aid 13 8
Assessor First Aid 11 4 1
Facilitator Senior First Aid 1 5
Training Officer Defibrillation 1 2
150

SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Total
2008/09
Total
%
Change
155 95 20 12 3 2195 3 2198 2145 2%
33 59 17 4 663 0 663 722 -8%
8 623 0 623 15 4053%
2 0 2 1 100%
0 0 0 1 -100%
9 0 9 11 -18%
0 0 0 0 0%
6 0 6 3 100%
2 0 2 2 0%
4 5 2 101 2 103 97 6%
89 82 5 1881 2 1883 1823 3%
289 0 236 0 37 0 26 5 5482 7 5489 4820 14%
2 0 2 2 0%
62 1 1741 1 1742 1762 -1%
62 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1743 1 1744 1764 -1%
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Statistical Summaries
3 3 0 3 0 –
0 0 0 0 –
1 1 0 1 0 –
1 0 1 3 -67%
4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 5 3 67%
2 8 42 0 42 26 62%
16 0 16 1 1500%
0 0 0 1 -100%
13 17 157 0 157 177 -11%
5 3 1 101 0 101 82 23%
24 0 24 23 4%
0 0 0 0 –
0 0 0 0 –
1 8 0 8 43 -81%
1 0 1 0 –
0 0 0 1 -100%
10 3 73 0 73 66 11%
3 1 55 0 55 45 22%
3 0 3 26 -88%
17 56 0 56 0 –
15 49 0 49 0 –
13 0 13 0 –
14 1 35 1 36 17 112%
9 1 24 2 26 19 37%
6 0 6 23 -74%
8 11 0 11 11 0%
151

NSW Qld Vic
Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm.
Assessor Defibrillation 26 2
Facilitator Defibrillation 6 13
Training Officer Spinal Management 1 6
Assessor Spinal Management 21 2
Facilitator Spinal Management 2
Assessor Silver Medallion Advanced Emergency Care 1
Facilitator Advanced Emergency Care 2
Training Officer Pain Management
Assessor Pain Management 1
Facilitator Pain Management 1
Training Officer Radio 10 8
Assessor Radio 8 2
Facilitator Radio 3
Training Officer Silver Medallion Radio Controller
Assessor Silver Medallion Radio Controller
Training Officer IRB 33 16 4
Assessor IRB 26 19 2
Facilitator IRB 5
Training Officer JRB
Assessor JRB
Training Officer ORB
Assessor ORB
Training Officer Rescue Water Craft 5 1
Assessor Rescue Water Craft (RWC) 1 1 1
Facilitator Rescue Water Craft 1
Training Officer Helicopter Crew
Assessor Helicopter
Facilitator Trainer
Facilitator Assessor 4
Facilitator Cert IV Training and Assessment
Total 477 0 237 0 64 1
Qualifications
Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) 3744 16 1964 130 1622 40
Certificate II in Emergency Medical Service First Response 2
Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue) 22 12 3
Cert IV in Training and Assessment (TAA) 2 1 29 1 2 1
Total 3768 17 2005 136 1624 41
Units of Competency
Certificate II in Public Safety Units
Communicate in the Workplace 3774 16 1978 121 1621 40
Participate in an Aquatic Rescue Operation 3745 16 2005 139 1621 40
Follow Defined Occupational Health and Safety Policies 3745 16 1977 122 1621 40
and Procedures
Provide Emergency Care 3785 16 2412 230 1692 40
Apply Surf Awareness and Self Rescue Skills 3744 16 2010 133 1621 40
Work in a Team 3745 16 1977 122 1621 40
152

SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
2008/09
Total
%
Change
Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Total
1 8 37 0 37 54 -31%
19 0 19 50 -62%
11 18 0 18 10 80%
9 32 0 32 32 0%
2 0 2 34 -94%
3 4 0 4 3 33%
1 3 0 3 11 -73%
7 7 0 7 12 -42%
5 6 0 6 0 –
1 2 0 2 0 –
18 0 18 12 50%
10 0 10 4 150%
3 0 3 3 0%
0 0 0 0 –
0 0 0 0 –
3 56 0 56 64 -13%
1 3 51 0 51 36 42%
1 6 0 6 12 -50%
0 0 0 1 -100%
0 0 0 0 –
0 0 0 0 –
0 0 0 0 –
6 0 6 4 50%
1 4 0 4 2 100%
1 2 0 2 7 -71%
0 0 0 0 –
0 0 0 0 –
0 0 0 9 -100%
4 0 4 4 0%
0 0 0 2 -100%
35 0 148 2 0 0 3 0 964 3 967 927 4%
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Statistical Summaries
402 32 949 105 14 14 6 8800 238 9038 9479 -5%
0 2 2 0 –
34 3 37 13 185%
7 40 3 43 122 -65%
402 32 956 0 105 14 14 6 8874 246 9120 9614 -5%
402 32 949 105 14 14 6 8843 229 9072 7913 15%
402 40 949 105 14 14 6 8841 255 9096 8051 13%
402 32 949 105 14 14 6 8813 230 9043 7913 14%
535 236 953 17 104 30 14 9 9495 578 10073 18038 -44%
402 40 949 105 14 14 6 8845 249 9094 8051 13%
402 32 105 14 14 6 7864 230 8094 9576 -15%
153

NSW Qld Vic
Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm.
Work Effectively in a Public Safety Organisation 3750 16 1979 120 1623 40
Operate Communication Systems and Equipment 3767 16 2088 120 1621 40
Prepare, maintain and test response equipment 291 175 41 37
Certificate III in Public Safety Units
Supervise Response 22
Maintain safety at an incident scene 22
Manage information 22
Liaise with other organisations 22
Treat risk at an operational level 22
Conduct risk assessment 22
Administer work group resources 22
Conduct briefings/debriefings 22
Work autonomously 22
Administer Oxygen in an Emergency Situation 750 122 531 168 155
Operate a Semi-Automatic Defibrillator in an Emergency 975 112 569 77 171
Manage Injuries at an Emergency Incident 67 2 598 140 85
Search as a member of an aquatic search team 22
Undertake rescue operation in a small powercraft 291 175 41 37
Cert IV in Training and Assessment Units
Plan and Organise Assessment 43 1 14 6
Assess Competence 48 1 13 7
Develop Assessment Tools 2 1 1 1
Participate in Assessment Validation 42 1 14 6
Foster and Promote an Inclusive Learning Culture 3 1 1 1
Use Training Packages to Meet Client Need 2 1 1 1
Design and Develop Learning Programs 2 1 1 1
Plan and Organise Group based Delivery 3 1 1 1
Facilitate Individual Learning 3 1 1 1
Provide Training Through Instruction and Demonstration
98 68 9
of Work Skills
Coordinate and Facilitate Distance Based Learning
Ensure a Healthy and Safe learning Environment 3 1 1 1
Work Effectively in Vocational Education and Training 3 1 1 1
Facilitate Group based Learning 1 1
Facilitate Work based Learning 3 1 1 1
Participate in a Quality Audit
Maintain Information Requirements of Training and/or
Assessment Organisations
Address L L and N issues within the Learning and
Assessment practice
Develop Innovative Ideas at Work
Build Client Relationships
Develop teams and Individuals
Analyse and Present Research information
Promote products and Services
Contribute to Assessment 1 3
154

SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
2008/09
Total
%
Change
Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Total
402 32 949 105 14 14 6 8822 228 9050 7880 15%
402 32 949 105 14 14 6 8946 228 9174 7913 16%
507 37 544 308 77%
22 0 22 13 69%
22 0 22 13 69%
22 0 22 13 69%
22 0 22 13 69%
22 0 22 13 69%
22 0 22 13 69%
22 0 22 13 69%
22 0 22 13 69%
22 0 22 13 69%
181 15 9 22 2 1648 307 1955 2293 -15%
108 45 240 28 2 11 19 2 2084 275 2359 2222 6%
173 170 7 1 5 931 317 1248 9935 -87%
22 0 22 100 -78%
507 37 544 308 77%
0 0
5 8 76 1 77 130 -41%
5 8 81 1 82 148 -45%
6 7 16 2 18 120 -85%
8 70 1 71 130 -45%
7 11 2 13 120 -89%
7 10 2 12 120 -90%
7 10 2 12 118 -90%
8 12 2 14 118 -88%
7 11 2 13 120 -89%
18 2 22 215 2 217 181 20%
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Statistical Summaries
1 1 0 1 1 0%
7 11 2 13 121 -89%
7 11 2 13 122 -89%
7 8 1 9 118 -92%
7 11 2 13 120 -89%
0 0 0 0 –
0 0 0 0 –
0 0 0 0 –
0 0 0 0 –
0 0 0 0 –
0 0 0 0 –
0 0 0 0 –
0 0 0 0 –
17 18 3 21 0 –
155

Health Training Package Units
NSW Qld Vic
Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm.
Apply First Aid 697 10566 669 3895 145
Apply Advanced First Aid 10
Apply Advanced Resuscitation Techniques 433 70 28 112 131
Manage First Aid in the Workplace 1
Provide Basic Emergency Life Support 53 65 89
Provide First Aid in Remote Situations 34
Perform CPR 153 12641 81 3152 518
Follow Procedures for Safe Extrication of Patient in Life
Threatening Situation
Certificate II in Process Plant Operations (PMA20108)
Units
Undertake helicopter safety and escape 7 6 1 105
Total 34259 23693 19363 8834 14454 394
Total SLSA Awards 28047 23721 17224 601 5050 62
Total Qualifcations 3768 17 2005 136 1624 41
Total Units of Competency 34259 23693 19363 8834 14454 394
156

SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
2008/09
Total
%
Change
Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Member Comm. Total
0 0 0 0 –
166 170 182 1403 19 364 6 1878 16404 18282 10403 76%
1 4 11 4 15 3 400%
31 51 46 13 2 643 274 917 59 1454%
1 5 2 5 7 1 600%
185 174 60 2518 9 36 396 2793 3189 5921 -46%
19 24 0 77 77 15 413%
586 370 105 3663 9 172 10 1452 20008 21460 11128 93%
0 0 0 –
0 0 0
8 111 119 169 -30%
4601 1457 7610 7723 888 724 153 78 81328 42903 124231 120104 3%
3281 0 7468 2656 712 589 125 166 61907 27795 89702 100401 -11%
402 32 956 0 105 14 14 6 8874 246 9120 9614 -5%
4601 1457 7610 7723 888 724 153 78 81328 42903 124231 120104 3%
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Statistical Summaries
157

Service Awards
SLSA service awards
Training, Assessment and Facilitation Awards
NSW Qld Vic SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
2008/09
Total
National Medal 36
Patrol Service Awards
% Change
10 Year National Patrol 84 5 5 9 5 108 127 -15
Service Award
15 Year National Patrol 25 2 2 4 1 34 31 10
Service Award
20 Year National Patrol 12 1 1 2 16 11 45
Service Award
25 Year National Patrol 9 9 5 80
Service Award
30 Year National Patrol 10 10 8 25
Service Award
35 Year National Patrol 2 1 3 2 50
Service Award
40 Year National Patrol 2 2 4 0
Service Award
45 Year National Patrol 2 2 1 100
Service Award
50 Year National Patrol
0 1 -100
Service Award
Patrol Service Awards 146 0 8 7 17 8 0 186 186 0
Total
Long Service Awards (Membership)
25 Year Long Service 68 18 3 9 2 100 142 -30
Award
30 Year Long Service
40 12 2 2 13 1 70 85 -18
Award
40 Year Long Service
27 6 5 23 1 62 66 -6
Award
50 Year Long Service
63 14 1 2 3 83 95 -13
Award
60 Year Long Service
19 8 2 8 37 51 -27
Award
70 Year Long Service
4 3 7 13 -46
Award
75 Year Long Service
0 1 -100
Award
80 Year Long Service
1 1 1 0
Award
Long Service Awards
Total
222 58 13 4 59 4 0 360 454 -21
158

NSW Qld Vic SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
2008/09
Total
Officiating Service Awards
10 Year Officiating 6 7 1 14 10 40
Service Certificate
15 Year Officiating 6 1 7 4 75
Service Certificate
20 Year Officiating 3 1 4 0
Service Certificate
25 Year Officiating 2 2 2 0
Service Certificate
30 Year Officiating
0 7 -100
Service Certificate
35 Year Officiating 1 1 0
Service Certificate
40 Year Officiating
0 1 -100
Service Certificate
50 Year Officiating
3 3 5 -40
Service Certificate
Officiating Service 18 11 0 0 2 0 0 31 29 7
Awards Total
Coaching Service Awards
10 Year Coaching 1 1 0
Service Certificate
15 Year Coaching
1 1 0
Service Certificate
20 Year Coaching
0 0
Service Certificate
25 Year Coaching
0 1 -100
Service Certificate
40 Year Coaching
0 0
Service Certificate
50 Year Coaching
0 0
Service Certificate
Coaching Service 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 100
Awards Total
Assessing Service Awards
10 Year Assessing 8 1 9 9 0
Service Certificate
15 Year Assessing 4 4 5 -20
Service Certificate
20 Year Assessing 3 3 6 -50
Service Certificate
25 Year Assessing
0 3 -100
Service Certificate
30 Year Assessing 1 1 2 1 100
Service Certificate
35 Year Assessing 2 1 3 0
Service Certificate
40 Year Assessing
0 0
Service Certificate
50 Year Assessing
0 1 -100
Service Certificate
Assessing Service 18 0 0 0 3 0 0 21 16 31
Awards Total
Total Service
Awards
405 70 21 11 81 12 0 600 686 -13
% Change
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
Statistical Summaries
159

Coaching
and Officials
Sport - coaching and officials accreditation
Coaching Accreditations Issued
NSW Qld Vic SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
2008/09
Total
% Change
Surf Coach Level 1 100 123 12 31 80 37 383 539 -29%
Surf Coach Level 2 10 8 4 1 23 28 -18%
Surf Coach Level 3 0 0 3 -100%
Total 110 131 12 31 84 38 0 406 570 -29%
Officials Accreditations Issued
Surf Official Level 1 214 198 4 66 21 8 511 576 -11%
Surf Official Level 2 2 13 1 7 2 2 27 61 -56%
Surf Official Level 3 1 2 3 16 -81%
Total 217 211 5 75 23 10 0 541 653 -17%
Grand Total 327 342 17 106 107 48 0 947 1223 -23%
Total Accredited Coaches
NSW Qld Vic SA WA Tas NT
2009/10
Total
2008/09
Total
% Change
Surf Coach Level 1 652 638 110 157 173 68 2 1800 1714 5%
Surf Coach Level 2 36 73 18 12 17 4 0 160 136 18%
Surf Coach Level 3 6 12 3 1 4 1 0 27 34 -21%
Total 694 723 131 170 194 73 2 1987 1884 5%
Total Accredited Officials
Surf Official Level 1 823 940 82 158 133 22 2 2160 2235 -3%
Surf Official Level 2 121 156 26 38 22 8 0 371 399 -7%
Surf Official Level 3 29 26 7 14 6 2 0 84 84 0%
Total 973 1122 115 210 161 32 2 2615 2718 -4%
Grand Total 1667 1845 246 380 355 105 4 4602 4602 0%
160

Statistical Summaries
Surf Life Saving Australia Annual Report 2009-10
161

Members
for life
162

SLS Entities
163

SLS Entities
as at 30 June 2010
National
8 national, state and territory centres 60 support operations
306 clubs 55 Australian Lifeguard Service operations
17 branches 446 SLS entities
New South Wales
129 clubs
Austinmer SLSC
Avalon Beach SLSC
Avoca Beach SLSC
Ballina Lighthouse and
Lismore SLSC
Batemans Bay SLSC
Bellambi SLSC
Bellinger Valley-North Beach
SLSC
Bermagui SLSC
Bilgola SLSC
Birubi Point SLSC
Black Head SLSC
Bondi SBLSC
Bronte SLSC
Broulee Surfers SLSC
Brunswick SLSC
Bulli SLSC
Bungan Beach SLSC
Burning Palms SLSC
Byron Bay SLSC
Cabarita Beach SLSC
Camden Haven SLSC
Cape Hawke SLSC
Catherine Hill Bay SLSC
Caves Beach SLSC
Clovelly SLSC
Coalcliff SLSC
Coffs Harbour SLSC
Coledale SLSC
Collaroy SLSC
Coogee SLSC
Cooks Hill SLSC
Copacabana SLSC
Corrimal SLSC
Cronulla SLSC
Crowdy Head SLSC
Cudgen Headland SLSC
Dee Why SLSC
Dixon Park SLSC
Elouera SLSC
Era SLSC
Evans Head-Casino SLSC
Fairy Meadow SLSC
Fingal Beach SLSC
Fingal Rovers SLSC
Forster SLSC
Freshwater SLSC
Garie SLSC
Gerringong SLSC
Hat Head SLSC
Helensburgh-Stanwell Park
SLSC
Kempsey-Crescent Head SLSC
Kiama Downs SLSC
Kiama SLSC
Killcare SLSC
Lennox Head-Alstonville SLSC
Long Reef SLSC
Macksille-Scotts Head SLSC
MacMasters Beach SLSC
Manly LSC
Maroubra SLSC
Merewether SLSC
Minnie Water-Wooli SLSC
Mollymook SLSC
Mona Vale SLSC
Moruya SLSC
Nambucca Heads SLSC
Narooma SLSC
Narrabeen Beach SLSC
Newcastle SLSC
Newport SLSC
Nobbys SLSC
North Avoca Beach SLSC
North Bondi SLSC
North Cronulla SLSC
North Curl Curl SLSC
North Entrance SLSC
North Narrabeen SLSC
North Palm Beach SLSC
North Steyne SLSC
North Wollongong SLSC
Nowra-Culburra SLSC
Ocean Beach SLSC
Pacific Palms SLSC
Palm Beach SLSC
Pambula SLSC
Port Kembla SLSC
Port Macquarie SLSC
Queenscliff SLSC
Red Rock-Corindi SLSC
Redhead SLSC
Salt SLSC
Sandon Point SLSC
Sawtell SLSC
Scarborough-Wombarra SLSC
Shellharbour SLSC
Shelly Beach SLSC
Shoalhaven Heads SLSC
Soldiers Beach SLSC
South Curl Curl SLSC
South Maroubra SLSC
South Narrabeen SLSC
South West Rocks SLSC
Stockton SLSC
Sussex Inlet & Districts SLSC
Swansea-Belmont SLSC
Tacking Point SLSC
Tamarama SLSC
Taree Old Bar SLSC
Tathra SLSC
Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest SLSC
Terrigal SLSC
The Entrance SLSC
The Lakes SLSC
Thirroul SLSC
Toowoon Bay SLSC
Towradgi SLSC
Umina SLSC
Urunga SLSC
Wamberal SLSC
Wanda SLSC
Warilla-Barrack Point SLSC
Warriewood SLSC
Wauchope-Bonny Hills SLSC
Whale Beach SLSC
Windang SLSC
Wollongong City SLSC
Woolgoolga SLSC
Woonona SLSC
Yamba SLSC
11 branches
Far North Coast
North Coast
Mid North Coast
Lower North Coast
Hunter
Central Coast
Sydney Northern Beaches
Sydney
Illawarra
South Coast
Far South Coast
20 support operations
Ballina Jet Boat Surf Rescue
Central Coast Branch – RWC
Group
Cronulla Life Saver Rescue
Service
Far North Coast Branch –
Tweed Support Operations
Hunter – Support Operations
Newcastle
Hunter – Support Operations
Port Stephens
Illawarra Branch Patrol
Support Team
Kiama Downs RWC Service
Kiama Jet Rescue Boat Service
Lower North Coast – Support
Operations
Mid North Coast Branch
Support Operations Group
Mollymook RWC Service
Randwick District Offshore 3
Service
Surf Life Saving NSW
Helicopters Branch
Sydney Branch – RWC2 service
Sydney Branch – RWC3 service
Sydney Northern Beaches
RWC Service
Westpac Hunter Region HRS
Westpac Northern Region HRS
Westpac Southern Region HRS
18 Australian Lifeguard
Service operations
Ballina Shire Council
Bega Valley Shire Council
Bellingen Shire Council
Byron Shire Council
Clarence Valley Council
Eurobodalla Shire Council
Great Lakes Council
Greater Taree City Council
Kempsey Shire Council
Kidsafe Beaches Inc. (at
Casuarina)
Nambucca Shire Council
National Parks and Wildlife
Service
Pittwater Council
Port Stephens Council
Richmond Valley Council
Salt Resorts
Shoalhaven City Council
Tweed Shire Council
Agnes Water SLSC
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Queensland
59 clubs
Alexandra Headland SLSC
Arcadian SLSC
Ayr SLSC
Bilinga SLSC
Bowen SLSC
Bribie Island SLSC
Broadbeach SLSC
Bundaberg SLSC
Burleigh Heads-Mowbray
Park SLSC
Cairns SLSC
Coochiemudlo Island SLSC
Coolangatta SLSC
Coolum Beach SLSC
Currumbin Beach SLSC
Dicky Beach SLSC
Eimeo SLSC
Elliott Heads SLSC
Ellis Beach SLSC
Emu Park SLSC
Etty Bay SLSC
Forrest Beach SLSC
Hervey Bay District SLSC
Kawana Waters SLSC
Kirra SLSC
Kurrawa SLSC
Mackay SLSC
Marcoola SLSC
Maroochydore SLSC
Mermaid Beach SLSC
Metropolitan Caloundra SLSC
Miami Beach SLSC
Mission Beach SLSC
Mooloolaba SLSC
Moore Park SLSC
Mudjimba SLSC
Nobbys Beach SLSC
Noosa Heads SLSC
North Burleigh SLSC
North Kirra SLSC
Northcliffe SLSC
Pacific SLSC
Palm Beach SLSC
Peregian Beach SLSC
Picnic Bay SLSC
Point Lookout SLSC
Port Douglas SLSC
Rainbow Bay SLSC
Rainbow Beach SLSC
Redcliffe Peninsula SLSC
Sarina SLSC
Southport SLSC
Sunshine Beach SLSC
Surfers Paradise SLSC
Tallebudgera SLSC
Tannum Sands SLSC
Tugun SLSC
Tweed Heads-Coolangatta
SLSC
Yeppoon SLSC
6 branches
North Queensland
North Barrier
Wide Bay Capricorn
Sunshine Coast
South Coast
Point Danger
17 support operations
Gold Coast JRB Service
(1 and 2)
ORB Cairns 6M
RWC 16 Marcoola
RWC 1 Kirra
RWC 12 Caloundra
RWC 14 Wurtulla
RWC 15 Alexandra Headland
RWC 17 Coolum
RWC 19 Noosa
RWC 3 Tallebudgera
RWC 4 Burleigh
RWC 5 Broadbeach
RWC 6 and 7 Southport
RWC 9 North Stradbroke
Island
Sunshine Coast JRB
SLSQ Support Operations
Branch
Westpac Gold Coast HRS
15 ALS operations
Burdekin Shire Council
Bundaberg Regional Council
Cairns City Council
Cassowary Coast Regional
Council
Fraser Coast Regional Council
Gladstone Regional Council
Gympie Regional Council
Hinchinbrook Shire Council
Mackay Regional Council
Morton Bay Regional Council
Rockhampton Regional
Council
Redland City Council
Southbank Corporation
Townsville City Council
Whitsunday Regional Council
Victoria
57 clubs
Altona LSC
Anglesea SLSC
Apollo Bay SLSC
Aspendale LSC
Bancoora SLSC
Barwon Heads/13th Beach
SLSC
Beaumaris LSC
Black Rock LSC
Bonbeach LSC
Brighton LSC
Cape Paterson SLSC
Carrum SLSC
Chelsea Longbeach SLSC
Dromana Bay LSC
Edithvale LSC
Elwood LSC
Fairhaven SLSC
Frankston LSC
Gunnamatta SLSC
Half Moon Bay SLSC
Hampton LSC
Inverloch SLSC
Jan Juc SLSC
Kennett River SLSC
Lakes Entrance SLSC
Lorne SLSC
Mallacoota SLSC
Mentone LSC
Mildura LSC
Mordialloc LSC
Mornington LSC
Mt Martha LSC
Ocean Grove SLSC
Point Leo SLSC
Point Lonsdale SLSC
Port Campbell SLSC
Port Fairy SLSC
Port Melbourne LSC
Portland SLSC
Portsea SLSC
Rosebud LSC
Sandridge LSC
Sandringham LSC
Seaford LSC
Seaspray SLSC
Sorrento SLSC
South Melbourne LSC
St Kilda LSC
Torquay SLSC
Venus Bay SLSC
Waratah Beach SLSC
Warrnambool SLSC
Williamstown LSC
Wonthaggi LSC
Woodside Beach SLSC
Woolamai SLSC
Wye River SLSC
8 support operations
Mallacoota RIB
Phillip Island Marine Rescue
RIB
Portland RIB
Port Campbell RIB
Seaspray Support Services
(RWC)
West pac Lifesaver 7
(fixed wing)
West pac Lifesaver 8
(fixed wing)
Woodside RIB
12 ALS operations
Bass Coast Shire Council
Borough of Queenscliffe
City of Greater Geelong
Colac Shire Council
East Gippsland Shire Council
Mornington Peninsula Shire
Council
Moyne Shire Council
Parks Victoria – Wilsons
Promontory
South Gippsland Shire Council
Surf Coast Shire Council
Warrnambool City Council
Wellington Shire Council
South Australia
18 clubs
Aldinga Bay SLSC
Brighton SLSC
Chiton Rocks SLSC
Christies Beach SLSC
Glenelg SLSC
Grange SLSC
Henley SLSC
Moana SLSC
Normanville SLSC
North Haven SLSC
Port Elliot SLSC
Port Noarlunga SLSC
Seacliff SLSC
Semaphore SLSC
Somerton SLSC
South Port SLSC
West Beach SLSC
Whyalla SLSC
3 support operations
Westpac Life Saver Rescue
Helicopter SA
Powercraft Services SA
SA State Patrol Service
1 ALS operation
Holdfast Bay City Council
Western Australia
28 clubs
Albany SLSC
Binningup SLSC
Broome SLSC
Busselton SLSC
Champion Bay SLSC
City of Bunbury SLSC
City of Perth SLSC
Coogee Beach SLSC
Cottesloe SLSC
Dalyellup Beach SLSC
Denmark SLSC
Dongara-Denison SLSC
Esperance Goldfields SLSC
Floreat SLSC
Fremantle SLSC
Geraldton SLSC
Mandurah SLSC
Margaret River SLSC
Mullaloo SLSC
North Cottesloe SLSC
Port Bouvard SS&LSC
Quinns Mindarie SLSC
Scarboro SLSC
Secret Harbour SLSC
Sorrento SLSC
Swanbourne Nedlands SLSC
Trigg Island SLSC
Yanchep SLSC
8 support operations
SLSWA Support Operations
Group operating in:
Perth metro
Bunbury
Albany
Esperance
Margaret River
WA Services Branch
Westpac Life Saver Rescue
Helicopter WA
8 ALS operations
City of Albany
City of Geraldton – Greenough
City of Joondalup
City of Rockingham
City of Wanneroo
Shire of Busselton
Town of Cambridge
Town of Cottesloe
Boat Harbour Beach SLSC
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Tasmania
11 clubs
Burnie SLSC
Carlton Park SLSC
Clifton Beach SLSC
Devonport SLSC
Launceston LSC
Penguin SLSC
Port Sorell SLSC
Scamander SLSC (formerly
East Coast SLSC)
Somerset SLSC
Ulverstone SLSC
3 support operations
Tas Services Branch
Tasmania Support Service
(RWCs)
Sea Rescue Tasmania
1 ALS operation
Clarence City Council
Darwin SLSC
NT
4 clubs
Gove Peninsula SLSC
Mindil Beach SLSC
Walngawu Djakamirr SLSC
1 support operation
SLSNT SAR Team operating
in Darwin and Gove
2 ALS operation
Darwin City Council
Darwin Waterfront
Corporation
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Glossary of Terms
Surf Life Saving General
surf lifesaving – Referring to the activity of saving
lives – ‘lifesaving’ should always be one word when
used in the verb form. ‘Life’ and ‘saving’ should
be two separate words when referring to a club,
organisation, event or registered business name, (eg:
Surf Life Saving Australia, Australian Surf Life Saving
Championships).
Surf Life Saving – Refers to the organisation,
including: SLSA, state centres, branches, support
services and clubs. Always in capital letters.
Surf Life Saving Club – Usually abbreviated to SLSC.
Not ‘Surf Lifesaving Club’.
surf life saving clubs – Collective term for all, or a
small group of Surf Life Saving affiliated clubs. Not
‘surf lifesaving clubs’.
Lifesaving Specific
blackspot – An area with a high concentration of
coastal/ocean incidents and a high probability/risk of
ongoing reoccurrence.
lifeguard – Typically a paid employee at a beach or
other aquatic environment whose job it is to rescue
people in danger of drowning or prevent them getting
into a dangerous situation.
prevention – Where intervention by a lifesaving
resource averts a person/s from getting into a
potentially life threatening situation.
rescue – Where intervention by a lifesaving resource
removes a person/s from a life threatening or
potentially life threatening situation.
rip current – A moving current of water, sometimes
strong or fast flowing. It will usually start near the
shoreline and flow away from the beach. The flow
velocity, direction, and circulation potential are
constantly variable.
rockfishing death – A fatality arising from various
circumstances occurring (eg wave motion, loss of
footing) where the victim was participating in fishing
activities immediately prior or during the incident.
service gap – An area identified as having an
inadequate level of resources to meet public
safety demands.
supervised location – A location supervised
constantly or periodically by a lifesaving service.
surf lifesaver – Typically a volunteer at a beach or
other aquatic environment whose job it is to rescue
people in danger of drowning or prevent them getting
into a dangerous situation. This should only be
capitalised when referring to a specific surf lifesaver.
Drowning Definitions
drowning – Respiratory impairment as a result of
submersion/immersion of liquid.
drowning death – A fatality arising from the process
of respiratory impairment as a result of submersion/
immersion in liquid.
coastal drowning death – Where the location of the
drowning is on the coast up to 1nm offshore.
coastal death – A fatality arising from various
circumstances occurring (e.g. heart attack, suicide,
boat collision) where the location of the death is
coastal or in the ocean up to 1nm offshore.
Common Acronyms
AC – SLSA Australian Council
ACPSG – SLSA Australian Coastal Public Safety
Guidelines
ALA – Australian Lifesaving Academy
ALS – Australian Lifeguard Service
ASC – Australian Sports Commission
AWSC – Australian Water Safety Council
BOLS – SLSA Board of Lifesaving
BOLSM – SLSA Board of Lifesaving Management
BOM – SLSA Board of Management
BOSS – SLSA Board of Surf Sports
CPR – Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
DOHA – Department of Health and Ageing
DEEWR – Department of Education, Employment
and Workplace Relations
DEWHA – Department of Environment, Water,
Heritage and the Arts
EMA – Emergency Management Australia
FACC – SLSA Finance and Audit Committee
HRS – Helicopter Rescue Service
ILS – International Life Saving Federation
IRB – Inflatable Rescue Boat
JRB – Jet Rescue Boat
KNG – Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Ironman Series
NHP – National High Performance
NTID – National Talent Identification Scheme
ORB – Offshore Rescue Boats
RIB – Rigid Inflatable Boat
RTO – Registered Training Organisation
RWC – Rescue Water Craft
SLS – Surf Life Saving
SLSA – Surf Life Saving Australia
SLSF – Surf Life Saving Foundation
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