Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches 48th Annual Report

Surf Life Saving 

Sydney Northern Beaches 

48th Annual Report 

2007


Mission Statement 

Surf Life Saving Australia Mission 

To provide a safe beach and aquatic environment throughout Australia. 

Our Vision 

Provide a valued Surf Life Saving service to the community of Sydney Northern Beaches. 

Our Branch Charter 

The Branch exists for the benefit of the volunteer Surf Life Saving clubs and their members on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. 

The Branch is run as a cooperative of clubs, it recognises the strength of the organisation is built on the club 

system and will act with in the best interests of all clubs, while maintaining the interests of SLSA in the area. 

The Branch is committed to maintaining the volunteer ethos of Surf Life Saving and the 

valuable, trusted and respected role Surf Life Savers play in the community. 

Surf Life Saving – The life of the beach – since 1907. 

Our Centre of Gravity 

The Branch Centre of Gravity (or the glue of the organisation) is Unity. 

In this Annual Report 

President’s Report. ....................................................1 

Membership: Season 2006–2007. ...............................2 

Seasons Awards .......................................................4 

Branch Honours ........................................................5 

Life Members and Distinguished service Members ........9 

CEO’s Report. ......................................................... 12 

Rescue Services Report. .......................................... 17 

Surf Life Saving Awards ...........................................20 

Board of Education and Assessment Membership. ......22 

Director of Surf Sports Report. ..................................23 

Board of Surf Sports Membership .............................25 

Youth & Membership Development Report .................26 

Surf Sports Results: 2006-2007 season .....................27 

Statement by Members of the Branch Executive . ........39 

Financial Reports ....................................................40 

Notes to Financial Statements ...................................42 

Audit Report ...........................................................44 

Surf Life Saving School Annual Report .......................45 

Club Reports ..........................................................48 

Patrons, Officers and Committees ..............................59 

Our History .............................................................60 

Surf Life Saving Northern Beaches 2007 Annual Report


President’s Report 

2006-2007 

The season 2006–2007 has now drawn to a close 

and for me personally it is the finish of my term as your 

President, five years. I am proud to submit this report on 

the achievements of Surf life Saving Sydney Northern 

Beaches over the past twelve months. 

The lifesaving members of this Branch’s 21 clubs 

contributed in excess of 150,000 hours providing a rescue 

service, performing 668 reported rescues and countless 

preventative actions. In addition to the rostered patrol 

hours our rescue service is available 24 hours a day. 

All our patrolling members are to be congratulated on 

this achievement. 

This season the Executive have continued to work to 

implement the strategic plan we put in place 3 years ago 

and endorsed by the 21 clubs in our Branch. A number 

of the major strategies have been to purchase a Branch 

Headquarters after the joint venture with Long Reef was 

rejected, the introduction of leadership training, this season 

also saw the start of our Women In Lifesaving Leadership 

Forum and a trial program “What to do on Patrol Course”. 

The Branch also worked with the Australian Sports 

Commission to pilot an after schools program as part of 

building a healthy, active Australia. 

This season our Interbranch team after knocking on the 

door for a number of years were crowned Champions. 

The team ably led by the Captain Naomi Flood were 

outstanding over the two days of competition. I would 

personally would like to congratulate Michael Bate and 

Craig Susans for the effort they have put in over the last 

few years putting the coaching staff, management of the 

team and the team together. We are very to fortunate to 

have a coach of the calibre of Sean Kenny and the whole 

team deserve credit for a job well done. 

Coca Cola has been a major sponsor for over 16 

years, to Hartley and the team at Coke thanks for your 

continuing support. We are also very fortunate to have 

DHL our patrol uniform sponsors, and Energy Australia 

who support our Community Education programs. 

These three sponsorships alone has seen our 21 clubs 

being able to purchase much needed rescue equipment 

including IRB’s, quad bikes, IRB motors, radio’s and 

other ancillary equipment needed to run a professionally 

focused volunteer surf life saving service. I would also like 

to welcome and thank Unomedical with their generous 

sponsorship providing the 21 surf clubs with their 

first aid consumables. 

North Steyne Surf Life Saving club did a wonderful job this 

season running the Branch Championships, to Simon Fry 

and the team thank you. 

This season the Surf Life Saving School continued to grow 

with over 5900 members of the community being trained in 

surf skills, this included Special Needs and Disadvantaged 

children in the community. In the seasons to come this 

school will grow to help clubs with the recruitment of 

members and provide those much-needed training skills 

that are required by today’s volunteer surf life savers. 

Unfortunately at the end of last season the offices at 

Cromer were no longer available to us but Energy Australia 

through a generous sponsorship provided us with office 

and meeting accommodation for many years – thankyou. 

To the Executive Ross Tester (Deputy President), 

Glenn Langley (Director of Rescue Services), Tony Burns 

(Director of Finance and Administration), Michelle Rae 

(Director of Youth and Membership Development), 

Michael Bate (Director of Surf Sports) and Gordon Lang 

(Director of Marketing and Sponsorship) I thank for your 

support and efforts. To the members of the various Branch 

Boards, I thank you for your dedication and enthusiasm. 

Two of the Executive retired at the end of the season, 

Tony Burns a true professional gave the Executive 

valuable knowledge expertise. Glenn Langley who was 

a member of the Executive for over 10 years in various 

portfolios, Glenn can be best described at a “doer”, a 

very important attribute in any organisation. To these two 

valuable members thank you for your support, dedication 

and guidance. 

Our Most Outstanding Club night was again an 

outstanding success with Newport being out Most 

Outstanding Club, congratulations to Doug Menzies 

and the team. 

One of our members was honoured with Life Membership 

of Surf Life Saving Australia – Michael Bartlett, Bilgola 

SLSC. Two of our members were honoured with Life 

Membership of Surf Life Saving New South Wales – 

Andrew Chubb, Palm Beach and Ross Matthews, 

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President’s Report 

Membership Season 2006-2007 

Long Reef SLSC. Deceased Life 

Member Hector McDonald OAM was 

inducted into SLSA Hall of Fame at 

the 2007 Australian Championships 

held in Perth. Other State awards 

were Sandy Menzies, for Training 

Officer of the Year, a fantastic effort 

by Sandy, also to Tom Fraser Holmes 

on winning Junior Athlete of the Year. 

To our office staff CEO Martin 

Phillips, Jen Huston, Alan Lamacraft, 

Barb Smith, Johl Storey and Sandy 

Menzies thanks for your efforts. 

To all those people that have helped 

and supported me over the past five 

years, you know who you are I have 

really appreciated it. 

To the incoming President Gordon 

Lang and the new Executive good luck 

and I have always remembered that 

our core business is supporting the 

clubs providing a rescue service to our 

community on the Northern Beaches. 

Tony Haven 

President Surf Life Saving Sydney 

Northern Beaches 

MANL NSTE QUEE FRES SCUR NCUR DEEW 

Active 15-18yrs Male 36 45 25 51 5 16 8 

Active 15-18yrs Female 26 28 16 24 – 20 12 

Active 15-18 yrs TOTAL 62 73 41 75 5 36 20 

Active 18 + Male 212 102 156 113 61 79 67 

Active 18 + Female 94 41 68 50 16 35 25 

Active 18 + TOTAL 306 143 224 163 77 114 92 

Associate Male 74 72 128 25 10 71 19 

Associate Female 16 63 109 15 11 29 11 

Associate TOTAL 90 135 237 40 21 100 30 

Award Member Male 6 – 13 4 – – – 

Award Member Female 6 – 5 1 2 – – 

Award Member TOTAL 12 – 18 5 2 – – 

Cadet Member 13-15 Male 17 18 19 36 9 26 12 

Cadet Member 

10 14 13 9 7 31 5 

13-15 Female 

Cadet Member TOTAL 27 32 32 45 16 57 17 

Community Male – – – – – 6 – 

Community Female – – – – – 2 – 

Community TOTAL – – – – – 8 – 

Honorary Male 19 – – 2 – – 5 

Honorary Female 12 1 – 1 – – 1 

Honorary TOTAL 31 1 – 3 – – 6 

Junior Activity Member 324 215 286 290 184 238 112 

5-13 Male 


5-13 Female 


5-13 TOTAL 

Life Member Male 19 10 22 15 23 23 16 

Life Member Female – – 1 1 1 1 – 

Life Member TOTAL 19 10 23 16 24 24 16 

Long Service Male 166 31 70 75 1 44 42 

Long Service Female 1 1 8 6 1 4 2 

Long Service TOTAL 167 32 78 81 2 48 44 

Probationary Male 32 – 3 14 – – – 

Probationary Female 21 – 1 7 – – – 

Probationary TOTAL 52 – 4 21 – – – 

Reserve Active Male 16 8 15 9 31 13 27 

Reserve Active Female 1 – 4 2 1 2 10 

Reserve Active TOTAL 17 8 19 11 32 15 37 

Total 1341 841 1273 698 494 842 483 

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LONG COLL SNAR NARR NNAR WARR MONA BUNG NEWP BILG AVAL WHAL PALM NPBE Total 

107 25 3 4 7 26 14 63 15 9 10 73 – 4 546 

15 11 – 2 17 6 16 20 23 17 12 22 – 5 292 

122 36 3 6 24 32 30 83 38 26 22 95 – 9 838 

100 48 24 63 54 45 67 11 134 84 58 102 2 41 1623 

40 21 7 22 15 21 19 7 60 40 26 39 2 14 662 

140 69 31 85 69 66 86 18 194 124 84 141 4 55 2285 

53 87 34 4 94 18 27 6 164 36 6 29 1 8 966 

31 64 15 3 95 10 15 2 105 18 4 20 – 12 648 

84 151 49 7 189 28 42 8 269 54 10 49 1 20 1614 

– – – – 1 – – – 2 1 – – – – 27 

– – – – 1 1 1 – 1 – – – – 1 19 

– – – – 2 1 1 – 3 1 – – – – 45 

53 12 4 8 10 13 18 – 19 15 9 11 – 8 317 

15 11 2 4 14 13 13 – 16 10 17 6 – 6 216 

68 23 6 12 24 26 31 – 35 25 26 17 – 14 533 

– – – – – 106 – – – 91 – – – – 203 

– – 1 – – 83 – – – 58 – – – – 144 

– – 1 – – 189 – – – 149 – – – – 347 

– 1 – – – – – – – 2 – – – – 29 

– – – – – – – – – – 1 – – 2 18 

– 1 – – – – – – – 2 1 – – 2 47 

218 158 37 28 143 140 178 – 144 158 94 2 – 10 2959 

168 156 42 26 128 129 180 – 118 171 107 3 – 4 2659 

386 314 79 54 271 269 358 – 262 329 201 5 – 14 5318 

13 13 7 13 15 7 15 4 12 8 13 14 – 7 269 

– – – – 1 1 – – 1 – – – – 1 8 

13 13 7 13 16 8 15 4 13 8 13 14 – 8 277 

23 45 2 1 65 4 20 12 31 30 25 38 – 1 726 

– 5 – – 2 1 3 1 4 2 – – – – 41 

23 50 2 1 67 5 23 13 35 32 25 38 – 1 767 

18 – – – – 3 5 2 57 3 16 19 58 6 236 

12 – – – – 6 2 – 55 3 19 37 46 7 216 

30 – – – – 9 7 2 112 6 35 56 104 13 451 

8 3 – 7 6 10 15 2 3 21 26 19 1 4 244 

– 1 – – – 1 2 3 3 2 1 2 – 2 37 

8 4 – 7 6 11 17 5 6 23 27 21 1 6 281 

874 661 178 185 668 644 610 133 967 779 444 436 110 142 12,803 

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Season Awards 

2006-2007 

Category Winner club 

Alan Fitzgerald Branch Championship 

Manly LSC 

Manly LSC 

Point Score Shield 

Lionel MacDonald Branch Championship 

North Curl Curl SLSC 


Handicap Point Score Award 

Rookie of the Year Kieran Menzies Newport SLSC 

Volunteer of the Year Leanne Budd Newport SLSC 

The Harry Ragan Outstanding Service Award Chris Roberts Newport SLSC 

The Raymond Matthew Brown OAM 

Radio Operator’s Award 

To all our sponsors 

June Mackay / Peter Hill Warriewood SLSC / 

Narrabeen Beach SLSC 

Cedric T. Walton Award for Competition Recording Kay Lyall Queenscliff SLSC 

Bennett Overall Carnival Point Score Winners Freshwater SLSC Freshwater SLSC 

Competition Official of the Year Louis Tassone North Curl Curl SLSC 

Youth Athlete of the Year Madison Quinn Dee Why SLSC 

Athlete of the Year Michael Kember North Curl Curl SLSC 

Competition Team of the Year 

Manly LSC Patrol 

Manly LSC 

Competition Team 

Assessor of the Year Keith Abraham North Steyne SLSC 

Male Youth Patrol Person of the Year Shane Stewart Long Reef SLSC 

Female Youth Patrol Person of the Year Natalie Reeves Mona Vale SLSC 

Award of Courage Charles Lindop Avalon Beach SLSC 

Lifesaver of the Year Adam Traugott North Steyne SLSC 

Patrol Captain of the Year Paul O’Keefe Newport SLSC 

Leader of the Year Doug Menzies Newport SLSC 

Patrol Assessment Competition Newport SLSC Newport SLSC 

President’s Award Clem Klausen Narrabeen Beach SLSC 

Most Improved Club 

Most Outstanding Club for Support to Surf Sports 

Most Outstanding Club for Education 

Most Outstanding Club for Youth and Member Development 

Most Outstanding Club for Life Saving 

Most Outstanding Club for Administration 

Most Outstanding Club 1st place 

Most Outstanding Club 2nd place 

Most Outstanding Club 3rd place 

Most Outstanding Club 4th place 

Most Outstanding Club 5th place 

North Narrabeen SLSC & 

Manly LSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

North Palm Beach SLSC 

Newport SLSC 

Newport SLSC 

Newport SLSC 

Newport SLSC 

Bilgola 


Collaroy SLSC 

North Narrabeen SLSC 

Thank you for making surf life saving the life of the beach. Your support is crucial to our on going efforts. 


& Manly LSC 

Premier Sponsors 

·· Coca Cola 

·· DHL 

·· Energy Australia 

Major Sponsors 

·· Warringah Mall 

·· St George Bank 

·· Maverick Marketing and 

Communications 

·· Bennett Boards 

·· Wizard Home Loans 

·· Unomedical 

Donors 

·· Manly Daily 

·· Insurance Industry of Australia 

·· Warringah Council 

·· Pittwater Council 

·· Department of Sport and Recreation 

·· Emergency Management Australia 

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Branch Honours 2006-2007 

Life Member Awards 

Barry Antella 

Queenscliff Surf Life Saving Club 

· Joining 1974, Barry gave Queenscliff SLSC many years 

of service before gaining his Bronze Medallion. 

· Awarded Bronze Medallion in 1994. 

· Barry elected as Chief Instructor for Queenscliff 2001-2002 season. 

Record number of awards processed from 2001-2006 season. 

· Distinguished Service Award 1998-1999. 

· Life Membership awarded 2004-05. 

· Training and Education room named after Barry Antella. 

· SNB Examiner of the year 2000-01. 

· SNB Examiner of the year 2001-02. 

· Board of Examiners “Harry Ragan” Award 2002-2003. 

· SLSNSW NSW Mason’s Award – Training Officer of the Year 2003-04. 

Tony Burns from North Palm Beach SLSC receiving Life 

Membership award 

Anthony (Tony) Burns 

North Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club 

· Joined North Palm Beach 1963. 

· Awarded Bronze Medallion 1963. 

· Club Secretary 1987-88. 

· Awarded National Patrol Service 10, 15 and 25 years. 

· Has been part of the Board of Management 

Committee as a Club Delegate since 1977. 

· Elected to Club Life Membership 2003. 

· Has 44 years SLSA Service. 

· 21 years service to Board of Examiners. 

· Many Branch elected positions. 

· Director of Administration 2002. 

· Director of Finance and Administration 2003. 

· Director of Finance and Administration 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. 

· Elected to Distinguished Service Award 2002-2003. 

· Over the years as Branch Finance and Administration Director 

has guided Branch through many difficult situations. 

Joc Mackay & Lorelle Kinsey from Warriewood SLSC 

receiving Life Membership awards 

Lorelle Kinsey 

Warriewood Surf Life Saving Club 

· Joined Warriewood SLSC 1984. 


· Patrol Captain, IRB driver 1985-1987. 

· First Aid Certificate 1987. 

· First Aid Officer 1987-1993. 

· Chief Instructor 1987-1995. 

· Patrol member of the year award 1985-86. 

· Marine radio operators certificate 2005. 

· Radio operator Silver Medallion 2006. 

· Lorelle joined Board of Examiners as it was known in those days and immediately took up 

a position at Warringah Surf Radio facility and to date still continues her duty as a radio 

operator. Lorelle devotes considerable time and dedication to surf life saving, particularly 

with Warringah Surf Radio, her qualifications and expertise is exhibited in her work. 

Ross Tester from Narrabeen Beach SLSC receiving Life 

membership, pictured with The Hon. Bronwyn Bishop 

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Branch Honours 2006-2007 (cont.) 

Life Member Awards (cont.) 

Geoffrey Lyall 


· Joined 1979, firstly in Nipper movement, 

moved to Senior club in 1984. 


· Involved in Surf Life Saving period some 28 years. 

· Club Patrol Captain of the Year. 

· Club Patrol Person of the Year. 

· Distinguished Service of Queenscliff SLSC 1999. 

· Life Membership of Queenscliff 1999. 

· Joined Board of Examiners 1990. 

· SNB Competition Official of the Year 1999-2000. 

· SLSNSW Volunteer of the Year 2004. 

John (Jock) Mackay 

Warriewood Surf Life Saving Club 

· Foundation member of Warriewood SLSC 1950. 

· Current member 2007 – 57 years of SLSA involvement as a 

member of Warriewood. 


· Club Captain 1952. 

· Club President 13 years – 1964-68, 1974-82, 1986-87. 

· First Surf Boat Captain and boat sweep 1953. 

· Granted Life Membership 1975. 

· Member of Club Committee for over 48 years. 

· Australian Sports Medal 2000. 

· “Club Person of the Year” 1998-99, 2003-04. 

· Involvement in Club extension over many years. 

· Known as “Mr Warriewood Surf Life Saving Club”. 

Ross Tester 

Narrabeen Beach Surf Life Saving Club 

· Joined 1978. 

· Junior Committee 1978-1992. 

· Junior Vice President 1985. 

· Junior President 1988. 


· Joined SNB Board of Examiners 1993. 

· Life Member Narrabeen Beach SLSC. 

· Awarded Australian Sports Medal 2000. 

· Awarded Distinguished Service of Branch 2002-2003. 

· From 2001 Ross has held elected positions in Branch such 

as Board of Junior Activities, Director of Junior Development 

over a number years and Deputy Branch President. 

Distinguished Service Awards 

Gary Beauchamp 

Dee Why Surf Life Saving Club 

· Joined Dee Why SLSC 1990. 

· Prior to joining Dee Why was associated with Surf Life Saving 

after gaining senior first aid certificate, and was invited to 

attend State championship carnivals in Support Services role. 

· Representative member of SLSNSW USA tour 1997. 

· Prominent Service Award – Dee Why SLSC 2001. 

· International Year of the Volunteers Award 

Australian Government 2001. 

· SLSNSW Competition Service Award 1995. 

· National Sport Service Award – Australian 

Sports Medicine Foundation 1994. 

· Member of SLS Editorial Panel for first aid 

and emergency care manual. 

· Advanced Life Support advisor 2000. 

· Advanced Resuscitation supervisor 2000-2001. 

· Member of trauma incident peer support team. 

· Emergency services after hours callout team. 

· Emergency Services officer 1999-2003. 

· Has performed special services for Branch as part 

of the Emergency Services after hours callout team 

for years 1996-1998. 

· Branch scrutineer 2005-2006. 

Paul Booth 

Collaroy Life Saving Club 

· Joined Collaroy SLSC 1966. 

· Bronze Medallion awarded 1966-67. 

· Outstanding competitor for Collaroy SLSC mainly 

in surf boat events from 1968-2005. 

· Distinguished Service member Collaroy 1974. 

· Life Member Collaroy 1991. 

· Most outstanding member 1969-70, 1972-73. 

· National 25 year service award 1990. 

· Branch representative 1999-2000. 

· State (NSW) representative 1999-2000. 

· Collaroy SLSC honoured Paul Booth by naming 

a surf boat in his name. 

· Has given Collaroy special service. 

Paul De Kort 

Collaroy Surf Life Saving Club 


· Awarded Bronze Medallion 1982-83. 

· Collaroy Junior Surf and Belt Champion 1982-83. 

· Collaroy Junior Surf and Belt Champion 1985-86. 

· Most outstanding member 1993-94. 

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· Member of Australian R&R Championships Team 1993-94. 

· Many impressive years of coaching R&R teams. 

· Member of Board of Examiners. 

· R&R Representative on Collaroy Committee for 6 years. 

· Member of NSW R&R panel for some 10 years. 

Donald Gain 

Manly Life Saving Club 

· Joined Manly LSC – 1969-1974. 

· Rejoined 1979-2007. 

· Gained Bronze Medallion in 2001. 


· Member of Board of Junior Development 1996-2002. 

· Branch selector for five years. 

· Member of Competition Panel Committee. 

· Sectional Referee State Championships 

2005-2006 – Board Riding Section. 

· Current member of SNB Surf Sports. 

· Carnival Official at State Junior and State Senior Carnivals. 

· Involvement within Branch Carnival activities for 10 years. 

Colin J. Gray 

Manly Life Saving Club 

· Joined Manly Life Saving Club 1948. 

· Previous to this joined Caloundra LSC 1945. 

· Gained Bronze Medallion in Queensland. 

· Served Manly Committee from 1949-1964. 

· Longest serving Honorary Secretary, 

11 years at Manly Life Saving Club. 

· 1953-1954 delegate to the Sydney Branch. 

· Awarded Albert Cuzner Cup Award. 

· In 1960-1961 Secretary to organising committee for 

50th year celebration, also being part of committee 

to produce book “Heroes of the Surf”. 

· 1964-65 Deputy President of Manly LSC. 

· Colin was truly one of the greats of the Manly club’s 

administration in difficult times, and accordingly 

deserves due recognition for his contribution. 

Michael King 

Newport Surf Life Saving Club 

· Joined Newport SLSC in 1965-1969 as a Junior member. 

· Senior member from 1969. 

· Award Bronze Medallion 1972. 

· Awarded Patrol Captain award in 1976-77. 

· President Newport SLSC 1991-1992. 

· Deputy President 1994-1995. 

· Competition organiser for 11 years. 

· Club vice captain 1984-1985. 

· Surf boat captain 1975-76 for 20 seasons. 

· 1984 Level 1. Surf coach accreditation. 

· 1991 Level 2 Surf coach accreditation. 

· 1997 Level 3 Surf coach accreditation. 

· 1994 Life member of Newport SLSC. 

· 2004-2006 SLSA Athletes Commission 

Surf Boat representative. 

· 2006 SLSA Athletes Commission – Current Chairman. 

Kevin Martin 

North Curl Curl Surf Life Saving Club 

· Joined North Curl Curl SLSC 1950. 

· 57 years membership of SLSA. 

· Gained Bronze Medallion 1951. 

· Served on club management committee for 31 years. 

· Warringah Council Hon. Beach Inspector for 8 years. 

· Club President 3 years. 

· Senior vice president for 3 years. 

· Secretary for 3 years. 

· Club honour awarded 1973. 

· Club Life Membership 1979. 

· Club historian 3 years. 

· Member SLSNSW History panel. 

· 25, 30, 40 and 50 year service awards – National Awards. 

· Australian Government volunteer community award 2000. 

· Warringah Shire Council – Award 2004. 

· New South Wales State Government Award 2005. 

Chris Montgomery 



· Award the Most Outstanding Cadet in 1973. 

· Member of the Branch Representative Team 1973, 1974, 1976. 

· Award Bronze Medallion in 1974. 

· Senior Beach Coach 1988-1997. 

· Junior Activites Beach Coach 1992-1997. 


· Junior Activities Board Branch Superintendent 1996. 

· Distingished Service Award Collaroy SLSC 1998. 

· Awarded Life Membership Collaroy SLSC 2005-06. 

· From 1967-1990 outstanding competitor in beach 

events at NSW and Australian Championships. 

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Branch Honours 2006-2007 (cont.) 

Distinguished Service Awards (cont.) 

Colin Newman 



· Awarded Bronze Medallion 1961-62. 

· 40 Years service to Collaroy and SLSA. 

· 15 years service on Club Committee. 

· 37 years March Past Competitor – winning 

50 March Past gold medals. 

· Awarded 25 years service award – SLSA 1989-90. 

· Distinguished Service Award Collaroy SLSC 1985-86. 

· Awarded Life Membership of Collaroy 2000-01. 

Stephen Price 

Narrabeen Beach Surf Life Saving Club 

· Joined Narrabeen Beach SLSC 1985 as Nipper parent. 

· JAC Committee 1984. 

· Assistant competition supervisor within MWJAC in 1992. 


· Joined SNB Board of Examiners in 1993. 

· Branch selector 1994. 

· Awarded Life Membership of Narrabeen beach 1997. 

· Awarded SNB Competition Official of the Year 1998-99. 

· Patrolling member 2006-2007. 

· Deputy President of Narrabeen Beach SLSC 

2000 and currently holding this position. 

· Has held many senior appointments at carnivals for 

past 14 years. 

· Officiated at Branch, State and Australian 

Championships for past 10 years. 

Marianne Troop 

Dee Why Surf Life Saving Club 

· Was introduced to the surf life saving arena through 

State and National bodies – working at carnivals in 1977 

and 1980, through the then state administrator, Mr Ernie 

Davis OAM and part of VAD mobile first aid group. 

· Joined Collaroy SLSC and in 1992 transferred to Dee Why. 

· First aid officer 1992-2001. 

· Received Dee Why Prominent Service Award 2001. 


· 17 Years of service. 

· Branch Positions held include, First aid scrutineer 1999- 

2001, Director of Education and Examination 2001-2002. 

· High commendation “Competition 

Official of the Year” 1999/2000. 

· SNB Board of Examiners “Harry Ragan” Award 2001-2002. 

· SLSNSW Awards of Excellence “Examiner 

of the Year” 2002-2003. 

· SLSNSW Awards of Excellence “Competition Official” 1995. 

· National Sports Service award 1994 Australia 

Sports Medicine Foundation. 

Brian Ward 


· Joined Queenscliff SLSC in 1970. 

· Held many positions within the junior movement. 

· Advanced Resuscitation 1983. 

· Age manager 1980-87. 

· 19 years of participation at junior level. 

· Joined Board of Examiners at senior level 1999. 

· Competition official at Branch, State and National carnivals 

· Level 2 competition official. 

· R&R accredited official. 

· March past accredited official. 

· Branch Outstanding Service Award 2001-02. 

· Quiet achiever, presents himself with minimum 

of fuss and highly regarded with peers. 

Outstanding Service Awards 

Robert Machar 

Bilgola Surf Life Saving Club 

· Joined Bilgola SLSC 1988, Bilgola Nippers. 

· Was inaugural fund raising co-ordinator 1989. 

· Since joining has been member of club committee. 

· Instrumental in fundraising activities for Nippers 

some six years running. 

· Awarded Bronze Medallion in 1996. 

· Patrol member 1996-2006, 11 years. 

· Carried out specific rescue after hours at Bilgola – 

Awarded Pittwater Mayor’s “Award for Courage in Lifesaving”. 

· Has been instrumental in two major renovations 

of Bilgola club house. 

· Distinguished Service member of Bilgola SLSC 2002. 

· Honoured with Life Member of Bilgola SLSC 2005. 

· Has served Bilgola SLSC in a very special way. 

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Life Members and Distinguished Service Members 

Season 2006-2007 

Life Members 

·· Jeff Andrew 

·· Barry Antella 

·· Michael Bartlett 

·· Fred Bertram* BEM 

·· Terence Boardman 

·· Raymond Brennan 

·· Raymond Brown OAM* 

·· Roper (Buster) Brown 

·· Stan Buckman 

·· Barry Burke 

·· Richard (Ritchie) Burke 

·· Anthony (Tony) Burns 

·· Michael Byrnes OAM 

·· Jack Cameron* 

·· Graham Carlisle OAM 

·· Arthur Castleman MBE* 

·· Peter Clarke 

·· His Honour Sir Adrian 

Curlewis* CVO CBE 

·· Gary Cook 

·· Peter Daley 

·· Ernie Davis OAM 

·· Paul Day 

·· Jim Dempster* 

·· Jennifer Drury 

·· Allan Fitzgerald MBE* 

·· Bill Foerster* 

·· Brian Geddes 

·· Bill Goodman OAM 

·· Gordon Harper* 

·· Tony Haven 

·· Jeffrey Hewitt 

·· Graham Howard 

·· William (Bill) Ingram* 

·· George Johnson* 

·· Brian Joyce 

·· Bert King OAM 

·· Brian Kinsey 

·· Lorelle Kinsey 

·· Bob Langbein 

·· David Lawler OAM 

·· Ken Leonard 

·· Peter Liddle 

·· George Lindsay* 

·· Alf Loton* 

·· Geoff Lyall 

·· Richard Lytham 

·· John (Jock) Mackay 

·· Ross Matthews OAM 

·· Andrew May 

·· Hector McDonald OAM* 

·· Lionel McDonald OAM* 

·· Gordon McNaughton OAM 

·· John Mills OAM 

·· Neil Montgomery OAM 

·· Tom Moran* 

·· Simon Moriarty 

·· Roger Moroney* 

·· Peter O’Dwyer 

·· Arthur Olsen* 

·· Charles O’Reilly 

·· Robert Parkhill 

·· Lindsay Paton OAM 

·· David Piper 

·· Barrie Pitt 

·· Ken Priest 

·· Neil Purcell OAM 

·· Col Rae 

·· Harry Ragan* 

·· Owen Ramsay* 

·· David Roberts 

·· John Saxby 

·· Alan Slevin* 

·· Jack Smiles* 

·· Ross Tester 

·· Lal Turner* 

·· Richard Twight OAM 

·· Cedric Walton* 

·· Ken Watson MBE* 

·· Col White 

·· Edward Whittaker 

·· Vince Williams MBE* 

·· George Williams* 

·· Carl Wills 

·· Gordon Wilson* 

·· Maureen Worth 

·· William (Bill) Worth 

·· Ian (Rick) Wright OAM 

Distinguished 

Service 

·· The Honorable 

Tony Abbott MP 

·· Albert (Bert) Adams OAM 

·· Bill Anderson 

·· Richard Andjelkovic 

·· Barry Antella 

·· Michael Bate 

·· Gary Beauchamp 

·· Paul Booth 

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Bernie Burrows 

Graeme Causon 

James Chant 

Andrew Chubb 

Peter Clarke 

David Cochrane 

Gary Cook 

Graham Cook 

Keith Crampton 

Paul De Kort 

Jennifer Drury 

Charles (Bob) Duff* 

Steve Faddy 

Jonathan Farrell 

Peter Finch 

Matt Fordham 

Donald Gain 

Dawn Geddes 

Patricia Giles 

Richard Graham 

Colin J. Gray 

Richard (Mick) Griffin 

Steve Haggett 

Tony Haven 

David Hay MBE 

Jean Hay AM 

Larry Hennessey 

Jeffrey Hewitt 

Tony Hilliger 

Robyn Holt 

Graham Howard 

Paul Hull 

Darren Jones 

Ross Jorgensen 

Jack King* 

June King 

Michael King 

Brian Kinsey 

Tracey Lake 

Bob Langbein 

Glenn Langley 

David Lawler OAM 

Ken Leonard 

David Lyall 

Geoff Lyall 

Richard Lytham 

Maureen McKellar 

Kevin Martin 

Ray Martin 

Andrew May 

Derek (Rick) Millar 

·· Chris Montgomery 

·· Simon Moriarty 

·· Colin Newman 

·· Patricia Newton 

·· Charles O’Reilly 

·· Garry O’Sullivan 

·· Stephen Price 

·· Max Riddington 

·· Chris Roberts 

·· Peter Rowlands 

·· John Saxby 

·· Paul Schott 

·· Wayne Schwebel 

·· Len Simpson* 

·· Barbara Smith 

·· Keith Smith 

·· Councillor Julie Sutton 


·· Marianne Troop 

·· Brian Ward 

·· Patricia White* 

·· Edward Whittaker 

·· Maureen Worth 

·· Stuart Wye 

·· Warren Young 

Prominent 

Service 

·· Bill Barnett 

·· Charles Brady* 

·· Ken Brown 

·· Jack Howie 

·· Wal McGrigor 

·· Max Rose 

Outstanding 

Service 

·· Glenn Langley 

·· Kathy Langthorne 

·· Robert Machar 

·· Cathy Meaney 

·· Chris Roberts 

·· Sue Rossi 

·· Brian Ward 

(Deceased*) 

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Patrons, Officers and Committees 

Season 2006-2007 

Patrons 

Mayor Dr. Peter Macdonald, Mayor Alex McTaggart, 

The Hon. Bronwyn Bishop, The Hon. Tony Abbott, 

Alex McTaggart MP, David Barr MP, Brad Hazzard MP 

Vice Patrons 

General Manager, Coca Cola Amatil (Aust) 

General Manager, Energy Australia 

Principal, Wizard Home Loans, Northern Beaches 

President, Dee Why RSL Club 

President, Collaroy Services Beach Club 

Paul Schott, FGI General Manager, Warringah Mall AMP 

Shopping Centre 

Area Manager, St George Bank 

Club Presidents – Board of Management 

Tony Bonner (Manly), Simon Fry (North Steyne), 

Danny White (Queenscliff), John Swan (Freshwater), 

Charles Longley (South Curl Curl), Dave Murray (North Curl 

Curl), Allen Lakeman (Dee Why), Rob Pearson (Long Reef), 

David Perry (Collaroy), Steve Maxwell (South Narrabeen), 

Tracey Lake (Narrabeen Beach), James Shearer (North 

Narrabeen), Matt Sheridan (Warriewood), John Woods 

(Mona Vale), Rod McGibbon (Bungan Beach), 

Doug Menzies (Newport), Graham Foran (Bilgola), 

Wilson Gamble (Avalon Beach), Martin Armstrong (Whale 

Beach), Jason Millett (Palm Beach), Graham Howard (North 

Palm Beach). 

Executive 

Branch President – Tony Haven (South Narrabeen) 

Deputy President – Ross Tester (Narrabeen Beach) 

Director of Administration & Finance – Tony Burns 

(North Palm Beach) 

Director of Rescue Services – Glenn Langley (Newport) 

Director of Education & Assessment – Julie Isbill (Manly), 

Karl Levy (Palm Beach) 

Director of Surf Sports – Michael Bate (Freshwater) 

Director of Marketing & Sponsorship – Gordon Lang 

(Palm Beach) 

Director of Youth & Membership Development – 

Michelle Rae (North Palm Beach) 

Chief Executive Officer – Martin Phillips 

Staff 

Office Manager – Jen Huston 

Operations Manager – Alan Lamacraft 

School Manager – Johl Storey 

Special Needs Course Coordinator – Sandy Menzies 

Receptionist/Course Coordinator – Barbara Smith 

Branch Officers 

Assistant Director of Rescue Services – Michael Wasley 

Assistant Director of Education & Assessment – 

Barry Antella 

Assistant Director of Surf Sports – Craig Susans 

Powered Rescue Equipment Supervisor – Peter Finch 

Radio Supervisor – Clem Klausen 

Advanced Life Support Supervisor – Gary Beauchamp 

Delegate to Surf Life Saving NSW – Tony Haven 

Branch Team Manager – Sue Rossi 

Branch Team Coach – Sean Kenny 

Emergency Services Officer – Richard Andjelkovic 

OH&S Officer – Richard Whipp 

Grievance Officer– Neil Purcell 

Duty Officers 

Glenn Langley (Newport), Adrian Hill (Newport), 

Michelle Rae (North Palm Beach), Steve Faddy (Bilgola), 

Richard Andjelkovic (Newport), Michael Wasley (Mona 

Vale), Doug Lucas (Long Reef), Alan Lamacraft (Bilgola), 

Luke Fittock (North Narrabeen) and Nigel Penn (Bilgola) 

Board of Lifesaving 

Glenn Langley (Convenor), Michelle Rae, Peter Finch, 

Dave Cochrane, Adrian Hill, Steve Faddy, 

Richard Andjelkovic, Michael Wasley, Alan Lamacraft, 

Nigel Penn, Greg Booker (Manly), Jonathan Colwell 

(North Steyne), Matt Press (Queenscliff), Paul Milinkovic 

(Freshwater), Nathan Wilson (South Curl Curl), Alex Wye 

(North Curl Curl), Craig Barnes (Dee Why), Doug Lucas 

(Long Reef), Luke Hochkins (Collaroy),Rohan Fisher (South 

Narrabeen), Richard Whipp (Narrabeen Beach), Luke 

Fittock (North Narrabeen), Matt Sheridan (Warriewood), 

Jon Dibbs (Mona Vale), Col Rae (Bungan Beach), 

Ted Smithies (Newport), Peter Tomkins (Bilgola), 

Nathan Wellings (Avalon Beach), Ben Lewis (Whale Beach), 

Chris Cousins (Palm Beach), Daniel Smith (North Palm 

Beach) Lorelle Kinsey, Terry Boardman, June Mackay, 

Kevin Martin, David West, Peter Liddle, Mark Tibbey, 

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Jenny Paton, Clem Klausen, Charles Pope, 

Chris Roberts, Rene Schneider, Paul Gregg, 

Adam Traugott, David Wergs, Annia Betenson, 

Ian Betenson, Nathan McCullum, Jason Nicol, 

June Morgan, Neil Dyer, Scott York, James Selosse, 

Matt Fordham, Mark Bebbington, Tom Rees, 

Peter Selosse, Todd Whiley, Justin Poppleton, 

Michael Simonsen, Clive Thompson, Alex Vrisakis, 

Dean Storey, Craig Roberts 

Board of Surf Sports 

Craig Susans (Convenor), Michael Bate (Deputy) 

Kevin Berry, (Officials) Martin Lynch, (Competitors Liaison) 

Michael King, (Boat Rep) Gary Cook, (Beach Rep) 

Geoff Lyall, (Lifesaving Rep) Don Gain, (Branch Rep) 

Ian Miller,(JAC Rep) Janine Black (Board Secretary) 

Board of Education and Assessment 

Interim Committee chaired by Ross Tester 

Board of Youth and Membership Development 

Michelle Rae(Convenor), Ian Crutch, Ross Tester, 

Adam Traugott, Alan Butler, Brian Kinsey 

Meritorious Awards Committee 

Glenn Langley (Convenor), Ritchie Lytham, Neil Purcell, 

Col White 

Finance Committee 

Tony Burns (Convener), Tracey Lake, Phil Cullis, 

Alan Mason, Rob Pearson 

Building Committee 

Tony Haven (Convener), Tracey Lake, John Swan, 

Rob Pearson Wilson Gamble 

Rules and Regulations Committee 

Simon Moriarty (Convener), Michael Byrnes OAM, 

Neil Purcell OAM, Richard Lytham, William Worth 

Life Membership and Service Honours 

Committee 

Tony Haven (Convenor), Neil Purcell OAM, Colin White, 

William Worth, Richard Lytham 

Selection Committee 

Ian Miller (Convener), Don Gain, Craig Susans, 

Marty Quinn, Geoff Lyall 

Trauma Incident Peer Support Team 

Patricia Newton (Convenor), Steve Haggett, 

Gary Beauchamp, Susan Hart, Judy Tier, Tony Tier, 

Alan Butler, Skye Holt, Kerry Seipelt 

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CEO’s Report 2006-2007 

As the Chief Executive Officer if gives me great pride that I 

am able to once again report: 

1. That the Branch is meeting it’s corporate 

governance requirements. 

2. There has been better than budgeted financial 

performance 

3. That the Branch and School were again recognised 

for their excellence with State and Federal 

Government awards 

These results can only be achieved through team work, 

and I thank the Directors and officers for their dedication 

and enthusiasm over the year. 

I would like to make a special mention of Tony Haven who 

has served as President for the last 5 years. Tony has 

shown visionary leadership and moral courage to forge the 

needed change to take the organisation forward on the 

Northern Beaches. I also wish to highlight the devotion to 

duty of Tony Burns who has stood along side Tony Haven 

to achieve the phenomenal progress on behalf of the 

member clubs. 

To the staff, well done: 

Jen Huston – Manager 

Johl Storey – Surf Life Saving School Manager 

Sandy Menzies – Special Needs Course Coordinator 

It has been very pleasing to be part of the growth and 

development of Surf Life Saving on Sydney’s Northern 

Beaches. The strength of the Branch lies in its member 

clubs which I personally believe are lead by outstanding 

Club Presidents who are managing the Branch as a 

cooperative of clubs for the benefit of their members. 

This approach will undoubtedly ensure the vibrancy and 

tenacity of the organisation flourish in the next 100 years… 

Martin Phillips 

Chief Executive Officer 

Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches 

Glenn Langley, Tony Haven and Tony Burns. 

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1.1 Deliver quality life saving services across NSW 

Ref Action Strategies Branch outputs Branch Outcomes 

1.1.1 Standards, policies & Implement the SLSNSW SOPs 

Standardised operations 

procedures for lifesaving 

& training to reflect 

the expectations of 

stakeholders. 

Continue to conduct Patrol 

assessments. Change to reflect 

changes in Resuscitation standards 

Monitoring of standards and the 

ability to identify the need to offer 

assistance where required. 

(focus on ‘would that have saved a life’). 

Review the MOC system to reflect 

SOPs, any negative scores to show as 

zero on final score board. 

Recognition of the clubs work 

1.1.2 Members have best 

access to further 

develop lifesaving skills 

to meet the needs of 

surf life saving 

1.1.3 Legislative recognition 

of surf life saving 

Board of Management to review patrol 

statistics on monthly basis and requiring 

clubs to be accountable to the board on 

standards. 

Improve the advertising of courses to all 

members eg publish training calendar 

minimum of 3 months in advance 

Branch has submitted comment to 

SLSNSW 

Board of management take 

responsibility of lifesaving standards 

in the Branch 

Allow individuals and clubs to better 

plan lifesaving courses around other 

activities 

1.2 Develop & implement a Total Service Plan that meets community expectation 

1.2.1 Standard Plans & 

Agreements for all 

lifesaving services 

Each club produce a beach 

management plan to SLSA/SLSNSW to 

policy, plans to be reviewed by BoL to 

ensure complete coverage. 

Standardisation across branch and 

clubs have a plan to work to and ‘no 

gaps’ between clubs 

1.2.2 Emergency call out 

systems available 

that meet community 

demands 

1.2.3 Provision of 

communications 

systems to meet 

requirements of 

lifesaving operations 

(internal/external) 

1.2.4 Develop service 

provision/strategies to 

manage high risk and 

remote locations 

New deed of agreement with Warringah 

Council which reflect SLSA policies. 

Support Services Operations plan 

reviewed and produced 

Discuss with other councils the need for 

a Deed (depends on the outcome of the 

SLSA act) 

Conduct a review of current system 

and investigate combined system with 

Sydney Branch as part of the proposed 

1300 system to be introduced by 

SLSNSW. 

Request that SLSNSW produces an 

Emergency Call Out policy and SOP to 

standardise operations 

Conduct review of Surfcom technology 

against operation requirement to 

support clubs. (Consider introducing 

data communications) Consider 

combining Surfcoms in Sydney region. 

Arrange for a technology demonstration 

to members. 

Examine the volume of information flow 

to volunteers 

Make either an email or address 

mandatory in surfguard to enable the 

branch and clubs to keep members 

informed via newsletters 

Examine Coastal Watch surveillance 

technology with SLSNSW and Sydney 

Branch. 

Increase the number of members 

trained in RWC operations. (Run 

intensive training camp) 

More appropriate agreement in place 

which recognises the role of SLS 

Improved control of Support Services 

and meeting club needs 

Securing the role of SLS across the 

Branch 

More efficient support to other 

Emergency Services 

Set and manage expectations to 

other emergency services. Provide 

standards to teams and clubs. 

Up to date technology which will 

meet the future needs of clubs voice 

communications, Improved morale, 

leading to better retention. Ensure 

members and users are kept informed 

of plans. 

Reduce the burden of work on 

volunteer committee members 

Improve sense of belonging of 

individuals to clubs and organisation 

and ensure members are aware of 

what is happening in the organisation 

Improved beach safety and patrol 

moral leading to better retention. 

Ensures personnel are available 

to deliver on the Support Services 

operations plan. 

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1.3 Achieve continuous improvement in life saving 


1.3.1 Lifesaving equipment/ 

techniques developed 

with continual 

improvement of new 

lifesaving methods and 

service provision 

1.3.2 Ensure timely collection 

of statistics, incidents 

and events associated 

with lifesaving. 

Clubs enter lifesaving equipment in 

Surfguard asset management module. 

Department of Sport and Recreation 

gear grants distributed evenly between 

the 21 clubs on agreed items of 

equipment purchased through the 

Branch. 

Branch will recruit sponsors for the 

provision of standard life saving 

equipment (e.g. first aid consumables). 

Strive to increase council funding to 

cover the cost of life saving equipment, 

also investigate the sharing of 

equipment with lifeguard services 

Simplify the system of data input for 

Patrol captains through introducing data 

communication technology (see 1.2.3). 

Communicate the need for Patrol 

Captains to provide accurate statistics. 

Provide statistics on weekly basis to PR 

and publish in Manly Daily 

Information available to other 

Emergency Services to assist with 

planning. 

· Clubs able to better plan equipment 

replacement schedules 

· Reduce the burden on club 

fundraising for essential equipment 

Clubs able to better plan equipment 

replacement schedules 

Reduce the burden on club 

fundraising for essential equipment 

· Improved planning. 

Achieve timely and more accurate 

statistics 

Provides the statistics to promote 

the organisation. This will help with 

community standing (and recruiting 

and retention), council funding and 

sponsorship opportunities. 

1.3.3 Development 

& continuous 

improvement of 

lifesaving risk 

management & risk 

minimization strategies 

1.3.4 Management systems in 

place to meet evolving 

demands of lifesaving 

Weekly reports on patrol standards, 

eg late sign on sent to clubs who 

then provide feed back to BoM on the 

reasons and what actions will be taken 

to prevent further occurrences. 

Investigate the provision of patrols at 

rock pools and fishing ledges. Discuss 

cost of service with local councils and 

State government for funding. 

Examine and implement methods of 

improving attendance at Branch BoL, 

BoEA, and Y&MD, also see 1.1.1. eg 

BoEA meeting to used to provided 

education updates from outside 

speakers. 

Monitoring of standards and the 

ability to identify the need to offer 

assistance where required. 

Reduce the number of drownings 

· Improved information exchange 

between volunteers and clubs. 

· Improved lifesaving standards 

2.1 Delivery quality member services through a socially responsible surf life saving environment 

2.1.1 Facilitate effective 

Governance, Risk 

Management & OHS 

Maintain current Corporate Governance 

practices. 

Study completed on the safety issues 

with the movement of equipment from 

club to water on busy beaches. 

2.1.2 Achieve social 

Follow all SLSNSW and SLSA policies 

justice through the 

implementation of 

policies and procedures 

Ensure on going transparency of 

financial matters. Ensure member 

clubs control the local organisation. 

Build trust and respect for the Branch 

level of the organisation. 

Identify and manage risk 

appropriately. 

Meet organisational requirements. 

2.2 Facilitate pathways for personal member and organisational development 

2.2.1 Acknowledgement and 

reward of lifesaving 

achievement by giving 

credit and recognition 

Introduce Patrol Captain of the year, 

training officer of the year, facilitator of 

the year and a leadership award across 

the Branch. Set criteria through BoM 

and publicise awards. 

Start to put more focus on quality 

leadership to improve retention. 

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2.2 Facilitate pathways for personal member & organizational development (cont.) 


2.2.2 Facilitate member 

recruitment and 

development through 

programs and pathways 

2.2.3 Facilitate club / 

organisational 

development programs 

and pathways 

Project Boost 

· Media Plan 

· Retention research and churn statistics 

· Customer focus training (Look at using 

Information and First aid signs on the 

‘coke’ tents to identify their purpose) 

· Leadership training 

Review the method of Youth 

Development and participation at 

Branch level – such as focus on 

supporting club programs 

Branch to run a significant overseas 

activity for 16-19 age groups. 

Set up ‘women in lifesaving leadership 

group’ 

SLSNSW 

Improve retention 

More effective delivery of youth 

programs 

Provide significant reward and 

incentive to youth members 

Increase the number of women in 

club leadership roles and as patrol 

captains, so the leadership can better 

reflect all the members interests 

3.1 Provide internally accredited training and education for members 

3.1.1 Provision of quality 

training programs and 

education resources 

leading to the accreditation 

of members 

across the organisation 

Continue to implement SLSA/SLSNSW 

Education plans. 

Examine the training burden on clubs 

and introduce more effective systems 

as required particularly for the ‘level 2’ 

awards. 

Work with clubs to ensure all clubs have 

a minimum of one training officers and 

one Assessors for every 50 patrolling 

members. 

Improved standards across the 

organisation, meet NSW Government 

requirements. 

· Reduce the burden on club 

volunteers 

· Standardised delivery 

· Increase the number of awards held 

beyond the Bronze Medallion 

· Improved retention 

· Increase the number of awards held 

beyond the Bronze Medallion 

3.1.2 Ongoing development 

and continual 

improvement in 

training methods 

and accreditation 

opportunities to 

meet organisational 

requirements. 

Introduction of training to patrolling 

members, particularly patrol captains, 

to better engage beach visitors (Part of 

Project Boost). 

Introduce resources for use by Age 

Managers. (utilise Hunter Branch 

work). Develop, introduce and promote 

leadership training for all ages. 

Introduction of ‘update training’ to be 

included with proficiency assessment 

run by clubs. Training resource 

produced by Branch/SLSNSW. 

3.2 Facilitate surf safety education in NSW 

3.2.1 Provision of standard 

surf safety education 

programs and resources 

across NSW. 

Produce ‘units of work’ for the K-6 

curriculum to teach surf safety a 

classroom theme. 

Grow community education numbers by 

10% pa. 

Appoint Indigenous training officer 

through NACAS. (Branch was 

approached by NACAS who wanted to 

engage SLS at the operational level). 

· Better meet community needs, 

continue to maintain high public 

standing. 

· Improve the individuals fulfillment on 

patrol. 

· Improved support to age managers 

and standardise training across 

branch. 

· Strong leadership and fresh ideas on 

club and branch committees 

Ensure all members are aware of and 

meet current SLS standards. 

Increased take up surf education as a 

theme in the classroom by providing 

a ready made solution for teachers. 

Resulting in greater surf safety 

awareness in children. 

Improve the safety of children on the 

beach. 

Improve the surf safety awareness in 

indigenous groups. 

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3.2 Facilitate surf safety education in NSW (cont.) 


3.2.2 Inclusion of surf 

safety into education 

curriculum/syllabus. 

3.3 Provision of externally accredited training 

3.3.1 The delivery of externally 

accredited training. 

3.3.2 Maintain registered 

training organisation 

status. 

4.1 Provide management structures to support the delivery of Surf Life Saving in NSW 

4.1.1 Provide management, 

administration and 

operations 

· Executive to meet with each club 

executive ideally prior to the start of 

the season or as soon as practically 

possible. 

· The Branch Executive understand 

the needs of the club, pass on 

successful practices to other clubs, 

set expectations on clubs to meet 

broader organisation goals. 

· New building plan. · Long term location for Branch 

administration to minimise change. 

· Review business plan annually and 

encourage clubs to adopt similar 

reporting format. 

· Introduce a administration and 

bookkeeping service to clubs on a fee 

basis. This could include grant writing 

services (see 1.3.1 meeting equipment 

requirements). 

· Plans of the organisation meet the 

community and member needs. 

4.2 Provide management structures to support the delivery of Surf Life Saving in NSW 

4.2.1 Provide responsible 

financial management. 

Maintain current internal systems 

particularly the transparency of 

information provided to members. 

Reduce capitation fee by further 50% in 

2006-07. 

Review allocation of Branch funds to 

the clubs annually as part of the budget 

process. 

4.2.2 Marketing and PR. Engage an external PR agency promote 

SLS locally also see 2.2.2 Project Boost. 

· Reduce the administration burden to 

clubs, increase retention. 

Meet good corporate governance 

principles. 

Increase funds to clubs. 

Equitable distribution of funds whilst 

branch achieving requirements set by 

Board of Management. 

Improve public awareness of the 

actions of surf life saving. Promote the 

good work of the organisation to the 

members to improve retention. 

5.1 Surf Sports 

5.1.1 Facilitate the 

management of surf 

sports including 

athletes, coaches, 

officials, events and surf 

sports systems in NSW. 

5.2.1 Provide education 

and development 

opportunities for all 

levels of surf sports. 

5.2.4 Development 

opportunities for surf 

sports to external 

organisations. 

Produce an information guide and 

season calendar. 

Review the format of junior carnivals to 

simply the organisation and appropriate 

level of competition for U8s. Open up 

appointments to new officials. 

Organise an open junior carnival for all 

Australian clubs in 2008. 

Expand boogie board and surfing 

competitions for members and 

introduce competitions for non 

members. 

Run three level one official’s courses. 

Make the course more interactive and 

change format to run over 2 nights. 

Investigate the cost of running the 

Branch Championships to the host club. 

Investigate cheaper medals. 

Improve general communication and 

understanding of the organisation to 

all members 

Improve the enjoyment for the 

children at carnivals. (Note: U8 

children are not allowed parents at 

carnivals and Masters must bring 

theirs). 

Promote Century of SLS, promote 

surf sports on the Northern Beaches. 

Increase the awareness of SLS in 

youth, improve relations with surfers, 

improve recruiting and retention for 

youth. 

Increase the number of new officials 

to ensure there enough younger 

officials to meet future needs. 

Ensure that the club is rewarded for 

the effort of host the championships. 

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Director of Rescue Services Report 2006-2007 

As the flags come down on a very successful season, I am 

proud to announce that we have again exceeded our duty 

of care for season 2006-07. During the season we had very 

few major incidents, which is a sign our patrols are working 

well in preventing incidents rather than just responding to 

them. We have completed a successful patrol assessment 

competition between the Clubs and moved forward with 

support services, which I hope will be improved on in the 

future, and we will see a return of the Rescue Water Craft 

or jet ski to our beaches on a more permanent basis. 

Councils 

I would like to thank all the councillors and staff from Manly, 

Pittwater and Warringah Councils who have supported 

surf life saving over the years. To the Lifeguards who share 

our duties in the Manly and Warringah Council areas, I 

hope that in the future the relationships that have been 

built can be improved upon to continue to provide a safe 

environment to all the patrons of our beaches. In the 

Pittwater shire, we thank our councillors for their support, 

and the trust they have in our surf life saving service to 

provide a safe aquatic environment for all visitors to the nine 

beaches in their area. 

Sponsors 

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the 

sponsors of the Branch and individual Clubs for their 

assistance during the season, for without your support and 

funding we would be unable to provide such a high level of 

service. Your sponsorship dollars provide the Clubs with 

uniforms and equipment which allow us to patrol and make 

our beaches safer for the community. 

Patrols 

To every patrolling member in each of our Clubs, the 

public says thank you. The 21 clubs provided thousands 

of patrolling hours over the season including every public 

holiday. Club captains from each of our 21 clubs should 

be congratulated on their rosters for this season, as each 

beach was well covered with a mix of patrol qualifications 

for each day. All clubs have improved their expertise in 

the area of life saving over the past 2 seasons, and have 

provided outstanding equipment at the annual gear 

inspection prior to the start of this season. 

The patrol assessment competition was used by clubs 

as a guideline as to the level and quality of the service 

they provided. With several clubs finishing on equal points 

of 100% it was left to the MOC points in the Lifesaving 

category to provide the winner. Congratulations to 

Newport SLSC on not only winning the Patrol Assessment 

competition, but also the Lifesaving category of the MOC 

competition. I thank Michelle Rae and Michael Wasley for 

their help in performing assessments at all of our beaches 

for this competition. 

Support Services 

This area includes our duty officers, radio operators, TIPS 

Panel, Rescue Water Craft operators and after hours call 

out teams. I would like to thank all these members of 

SLSSNB for giving their time, skills and expertise to provide 

support to all of our members. 

Patrol Assessment Scores 

2006-2007 

(continued over) 

CLUB 

TOTAL 

Newport 600 

Long Reef 600 

Palm Beach 600 

Manly 598 

Narrabeen 597 

Dee Why 594 

Collaroy 592 

Queenscliff 590 

South Curl Curl 588 

Bungan 587 

North Narrabeen 587 

North Curl Curl 587 

North Steyne 586 

Bilgola 585 

Freshwater 580 

Warriewood 572 

Whale Beach 569 

Avalon Beach 562 

South Narrabeen 554 

Mona Vale 552 

North Palm Beach 400 

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Director of Rescue Services Report 2006-2007 (cont.) 

Rescue Statistics 2006-2007 

MANL NSTE QUEE FRES SCUR NCUR DEEW LONG COLL SNAR NARR 

Without Gear 43 19 – 7 – 2 28 14 1 – 1 

Reel – – – – – – – – – 20 – 

Tube 37 15 15 20 – 1 29 8 – 30 3 

Board 186 40 37 19 2 4 39 3 – – 1 

Ski – – – – – – – – – – – 

Surf Boat – – – – – – – – – 15 – 

IRB 16 – 36 7 14 8 22 17 – – 4 

JRB/ORB – – – – – – – – – – – 

Helicopter – – – – – – – – – – – 

PWC/RWC – – – – – – – 13 – – – 

Other 2 13 14 5 – – 1 – – – – 

Total 284 87 102 58 16 15 119 55 1 65 9 

Emergency Care 

Marine Stings 770 504 130 227 175 72 78 107 23 250 146 

Minor Cuts/Abrasions 49 24 18 24 33 11 46 13 1 12 2 

Major Wounds 17 2 4 1 1 – – 1 4 4 1 

Fractures – 2 4 3 – – 5 – – – – 

Spinal – 2 2 1 – – – – 1 2 – 

Resuscitation – 1 1 – – – – – 3 – – 

Defibrillations – 1 – – – – – – – – – 

Other 15 10 – 6 – 5 18 2 5 – 3 

Total 851 546 159 262 209 88 147 123 37 268 152 

Preventions 

Shark Alarms 6 2 3 – 2 1 1 – 3 3 3 

Searches 6 4 – 53 – – 4 4 3 – 1 

Lost Children 41 10 4 14 – – 7 2 1 – 1 

Preventative Actions 11,354 3,544 1,140 2,805 4,180 2,040 2,896 2,753 15 27 209 

Total 

Preventions 11,407 3,560 1,147 872 4,182 2,041 2,908 2,759 22 30 214 

Support Services (cont.) 

To the supervisors of each area who spend hours of 

their time rostering their members to ensure each shift is 

covered, and who have worked closely with me for the last 

couple of seasons to improve our support to our frontline 

patrols, I thank you for your support. 

Supervisors 

Radio: 

After Hours: 

RWC: 

TIPS: 

Rosters: 

Clem Klausen 

Richard Andjelkovic 

Chris Cousins 

Patricia Newton 

Chris Roberts 

Overview 

Behind the scenes we have taken steps to improve our 

relationships with other emergency services providers 

within the Northern Beaches area, by becoming a part 

of the Local Emergency Management Committee. 

This relationship will continue into and beyond next 

season. Other changes in the upcoming season will 

see improvements to the radio room, equipment and 

other support services, as well as a review of the patrol 

assessment competition guidelines. 

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NNAR WARR MONA BUNG NEWP BILG AVAL WHAL PALM NPBE Total 

20 2 – – 18 – 7 2 5 12 181 

– – – – – – – – – – 20 

2 1 – 2 39 4 10 9 3 14 242 

46 1 10 8 37 16 36 5 89 2 581 

– – – – – – – – 2 – 2 

– – – – – – – – – – 15 

34 6 – 2 17 14 8 – 69 12 286 

– 0 – – – – – – – – – 

– 0 – – – – – – – – – 

– 0 – – 1 – – – 73 – 87 

– 1 – – – – 2 – – 1 39 

102 11 10 12 112 34 63 16 241 41 1,453 

180 103 100 182 187 325 115 60 283 73 4,090 

29 7 8 21 28 11 22 40 8 9 416 

2 1 3 1 2 3 – – 7 – 54 

– – – 1 1 1 – 1 – 1 19 

– – – – 2 – 1 – – – 11 

– – – – – – – – – – 5 

– – – – – – – – – – 1 

– 2 2 – 24 1 1 – – 4 98 

211 113 113 205 244 341 139 101 298 87 4,694 

– – – 3 4 3 – – 12 5 51 

2 – – – 1 – 2 – 4 2 86 

– – – – – – – – 7 1 88 

2,059 16 350 231 444 312 546 345 2,314 658 38,238 

2,061 16 350 234 449 315 548 345 2,337 666 38,463 

Over the past 2 seasons I have worked closely with a 

number of our members with a view to improving our life 

saving services. I would like to thank these members, 

Michael Wasley and Richard Andjelkovic, who have been 

my two Assistant Directors throughout this season, 

Chris Roberts who has kept our rosters in check, 

as well as all the assistant directors of the various areas 

over the past 2 seasons. I would also like to thank the 

Branch executive and staff, as without their support a 

large amount of my work would not have been completed, 

and our 21 Club presidents who have overwhelmingly 

supported moving life saving forward. 

On a personal note I would like to thank my wife Danae, 

for still marrying me when I think on some occasions she 

felt she may have been marrying surf life saving, and for 

all her support during the last 2 seasons. Though I will not 

be the Director of Rescue Services for the next season, I 

wish your new Director Steve Faddy, all the best and I look 

forward to seeing you all on the beach. 

Glenn Langley 

Director of Rescue Services 

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Surf Life Saving Awards 

2006-2007 

award Award Code MANL NSTE QUEE FRES SCUR NCUR DEEW LONG 

Surf Awareness 1 U/ 8 Years SE8 78 1 37 90 1 73 32 43 

Surf Awareness 2 U/ 9 Years SE9 38 1 28 61 – 60 26 26 

Surf Safety 1 U/ 10 Years SE10 34 – 29 42 – 39 21 23 

Surf Safety 2 U/ 11 Years SE11 43 5 19 44 1 37 17 17 

Surf Smart 1 U/ 12 Years SE12 32 2 32 39 – 35 13 12 

Surf Smart 2 U/ 13 Years SE13 21 – 17 20 1 29 10 18 

Basic Resus Cert BRC – – – – – –– – – 

Surf Rescue Cert SRC 29 35 22 29 18 29 – 19 

Radio Operator ROC 1 1 – – – 1 5 19 

Bronze Medallion BM 65 57 79 60 39 49 30 48 

IRB Crew IRBC 13 16 73 17 2 28 16 3 

Rescue Water Craft RWC – – – – – – – 1 

Waterways Boat Licence WBTL 1 9 3 1 – – 7 14 

Silver Med (IRB Driver) SMIRBD 8 9 6 12 4 4 3 8 

Advanced Resus Cert ARC 35 13 16 5 1 8 16 34 

Silver Med (Life Support) SMLS 6 14 7 1 – 3 6 10 

Silver Med (Patrol Captain) SMPC 9 9 3 3 – 2 3 7 

Silver Med (Radio Controller) SMRC – – – 1 1 – – 

Defibrillation Certificate DFC 56 17 6 5 13 3 20 30 

Resus (CPR) Certificate RCPR – – 1 – – – 8 – 

T O Bronze Medallion TBM 4 2 1 2 1 2 2 1 

T O Silver Medallion (IRB) TIRB – 2 – – – – 1 1 

T O Surf Rescue Cert TOSRC 1 – 4 – – – – – 

T O Advanced Resus ARCI 1 1 – – – – – 1 

T O Radio TRAD – – – – – – – – 

Spinal Management SM 1 – 2 1 – – 14 2 

Competition LVL 1 COL1 6 2 6 6 1 – 2 2 

Gold Medallion ALSC – – 1 – – – – 1 

Totals 482 196 392 439 83 402 252 340 

Keith Abraham, North Steyne SLSC receiving the 

“Assesor of the Year Award from Hartley Anderson, 

Coca-Cola. 

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COLL SNAR NARR NNAR WARR MONA BUNG NEWP BILG AVAL WHAL PALM NPBE Total 

45 – 3 33 30 49 – 43 39 – – – – 597 

42 – – 20 23 23 – 43 32 1 – – – 424 

34 1 – 23 31 32 – 36 28 2 – – – 375 

26 1 – 17 17 26 – 30 34 – – – – 334 

26 1 – 12 24 24 – 43 25 1 – – – 321 

13 – – 3 13 14 – 13 24 – – – – 196 

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – 

18 – 9 18 14 30 – 28 20 – – – 31 349 

1 – 2 – 1 1 – 1 – 1 – – 1 35 

34 4 21 24 26 26 33 67 53 29 77 38 18 877 

2 2 2 14 3 1 9 3 22 8 3 33 – 270 

4 3 – 4 2 – 4 2 3 – – – – 23 

8 – 2 7 3 – 1 3 13 2 – – 5 79 

1 9 1 6 3 – 5 2 3 – 1 1 – 86 

5 1 7 5 4 – 2 16 22 12 4 40 – 246 

3 – – 1 – 1 – 5 1 – 4 4 4 70 

2 1 2 2 2 2 – 5 3 3 13 3 1 75 

– – – – – – – – – – – – – 2 

8 9 20 12 4 13 5 7 27 14 – 2 3 293 

6 – – – – – – – – – – – – 15 

– – 1 2 1 – 2 – – – – – – 21 

– – – 1 – – – – 2 1 – – – 8 

1 – – – – – – – – – – – 6 

– – – – – – – – 1 – – – – 4 

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – 

– – – – – 1 – 4 2 2 – 1 – – 

1 – 1 1 – 2 – 5 – 3 2 3 – 43 

– – – – – – – – – – – – – 2 

280 32 71 205 201 245 61 356 354 79 123 125 63 4781 

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Board of Education & Assessment Members 

Season 2006-2007 

Member 

Club 

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Avalon Beach SLSC 

·· Steve Faddy 

Bilgola SLSC 

·· Alan Lamacraft 

Bilgola SLSC 

·· Nigel Penn 

Bilgola SLSC 

·· Johl Storey 

Bilgola SLSC 

·· Peter Tomkins 

Bilgola SLSC 

·· Rod McGibbon Bungan SLSC 

·· Col Rae 

Bungan SLSC 

·· Jonathan Farrell Collaroy SLSC 

·· Greg MacMahon Collaroy SLSC 

·· Nathan McCullum Collaroy SLSC 

·· Gary Beauchamp Dee Why SLSC 

·· Vivienne Creswell Dee Why SLSC 

·· Steve Haggett 

Dee Why SLSC 

·· Howard Jack 

Dee Why SLSC 

·· Adrienne Lowe 

Dee Why SLSC 

·· Matt Phelan 

Dee Why SLSC 

·· Marianne Troop Dee Why SLSC 

Member 

·· Graham Cook 


·· Richard Whipp 

·· Richard Andjelkovic 

·· Neale Cummins 

·· Grant Dargue 

·· Bernie Howard 

·· Sandy Menzies 

·· Laurie Cavill 

·· Peter Finch 

·· Luke Fittock 

·· Howard Fitzgibbon 

·· Gordon Wooler 

·· Graham Howard 

·· Warren Howard 

·· Michelle Rae 

·· Karl Levy 

·· Tim Middleton 

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Newport SLSC 

Newport SLSC 

Newport SLSC 

Newport SLSC 

Newport SLSC 






North Palm Beach 



Palm Beach SLSC 


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Richard Budd 

Dave Torevell 

Chris Cook 

Kathryn Cox 

Stephen Cox 

Alison Fenwick 

Lachlan Gadd 

Doug Lucas 

Mark Nisbet 

Andrew Robson 

James Selosse 

Peter Selosse 

Kristie Thomas 

Meredith Weeks 

Julie Isbill 

Greg Pooley 

Michael Shipton 

Tony Tier 

Les Bulmer 

Clare Hagon 

Dave Murray 

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Manly LSC 

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Barry Antella 

Jim Ashton 

Terry Boardman 

Damien Daley 

Stewart Fenn 

Garry Fox 

Paul Hull 

Gareth Inches 

Geoff Lyall 

Scott Miles 

Jarrod Mirabito 

Matt Press 

John Saxby 

Paul Schott 

Kerry Seipelt 

Pail Taylor 

Des Tracey 

Scott Walker 

Col White 

Leo Zaccone 

Jeff Hewitt 

Kevin Moffat 

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Paul Mathew 

Garry O’Sullivan 

North Steyne SLSC 



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Chris Hendrikson 

Warriewood SLSC 

Whale Beach SLSC 

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John Woods 

Mona Vale SLSC 


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Director of Surf Sports Report 2006-2007 

There is no doubt that the outstanding highlight for the 

2006 season was the realisation of our three year dream 

to win the 2006 Interbranch Championships. Back in 

December I wrote: 

The dream has come true, in great style at Crowdy Heads 

the SNB team were awarded the 2006 Interbranch Crown 

after two intense days of competition. 

There are many people to thank and many people who 

over the past few years have shaped the team into the 

professionals that took the State by storm yesterday at 

high noon. 

I would like to put on record that I needed the support of 

the Branch Executive a few years ago to approach Sean 

Kenny to ask him to consider taking on the Interbranch 

task. He would be given all the support that he would 

need to get the Championship Trophy back to the 

Northern Beaches. Both Craig and I had a difficult task in 

asking a few people to stand aside to allow a new youthful 

team to take over. Sean you have not disappointed. The 

feedback that we received from the team members and 

the parents has been outstanding not only are you an 

outstanding coach that gets the best out of people but a 

fine individual that gives so much of your warmth and time. 

Well done. 

We are also very grateful to Bob Langbein not only for the 

years of coaching some of our finest runners, but again 

the way he treats the competitors and gives so much of his 

time. Bob also has a special role in that he takes time out 

each year to organise the fundraiser that underwrites the 

costs for the Interbranch team. Bob again I am in debt to 

you for your continued support and again the way that you 

empathise with the competitors. 

To the two assistant coaches, Scott and Ross thank you 

for your support. Ross for the way you bug the hell out of 

me but more importantly the way the kids respect you. 

Scott I hope that you enjoyed the journey this year because 

you are certainly welcome back next year. You raised the 

bar again this year with your knowledge and your support 

of the team structure. Thank you both very much. 

To the ‘mothers’ Sue, Cathy and Kaz. The whole of the 

SNB beaches are in your debt. Everything was perfect. 

The welfare of the Team, the food, the accommodation, the 

logistics, all taken care of with a minimum of fuss. 

We owe you three ladies a lot of thanks for just being there 

for every little reason from lost keys to stingray stings. 

I think one of the nicest things said over the weekend 

came from Kendrick Louis when he spoke to the team on 

Saturday night, “We not only owe it to ourselves to win 

on Sunday but to all the people that have put this great 

weekend together.” By that, Kendrick meant you three in 

particular. Thank you. 

One role is never easy and that’s the Manager. Don again 

this year you delivered. Many thanks for the countless 

hours you spent putting the weekend together – the 

clothing, the athletes forms, the running around etc. but 

more importantly the delivery of the weekend. You did an 

outstanding job again and I thank you personally. 

To the rest of the team behind the scenes, the selectors, 

the managers, the club coaches and the Branch Executive 

for their utmost support in the challenge. Thank you all. In 

particular thanks Ian Miller for taking on the thankless job 

of Chairman of Selectors and for dealing with the many 

behind the scenes issues we had, with a minimum of fuss. 

The 2006 calendar was busy to say the least. The Boat 

premiership concluded at the Branch titles and we 

awarded our new Perpetual Trophy’s to the winners in all 

of our Boat categories for the first time this season. Thank 

you to all Boat officials for making the premiership series 

the huge success it is, and thank you to the clubs who 

participated in the series. 

SNB also for the first time ran the inaugural Sydney Ocean 

Ski Series. This event has been on the planning board for 

several seasons since Craig Susans and a couple of his 

dedicated ski buddies resurrected the Twenty Beaches 

Race. The ski series this season was well supported by 

all clubs and both the Avalon and Narrabeen clubs did an 

outstanding job conducting their own events. North Palm 

Beach, Manly, Queenscliff and Narrabeen again assisted 

with the Twenty Beaches. This event has the potential to 

be a world class Race. A special thanks to all the clubs that 

supplied water safety during the race. 

The Branch successfully conducted the First Aid 

Competition, the junior and senior Board Riding 

Competition and the to the clubs that hosted their own 

individual events, Freshwater, Collaroy, Dee Why and North 

Narrabeen well done. 

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Director of Surf Sports Report (cont.) 

Without doubt the standard of competition at our three 

junior and three major carnivals was exceptional. The 

number of entries this year was again a record and the 

number of interstate and state teams that attended the 

Freshwater and Manly open carnivals was the best for many 

seasons. We are very lucky on the Northern Beaches that 

we have the dedication from clubs that keep the traditional 

open carnival theme alive, season after season. I would like 

to single the Manly club in particular that put together year 

after year the best Club Carnival in the Country. 

The Branch this season awarded the Branch Titles to 

North Steyne to celebrate their 100 year of Life Saving. The 

team that worked for months on end were rewarded with 

the best Branch Championships we have staged for a long 

time. The dedication of the North Steyne team headed by 

their president Simon Fry delivered without any fuss the 

biggest Championships ever. The number of entries were 

an all time record and the hospitality extended to the other 

20 clubs on the peninsula was outstanding. Well done 

North Steyne. 

The amount of Gold, Silver and Bronze that made its 

way back to the Northern Beaches after this years, State 

and Australian Championships is well recorded in our 

competition results for the season. I think the pleasing 

aspect is that our future is in good hands. As well as the 

record number of Open results, our juniors from ALL clubs 

stamped their mark at both Championships this season. 

All NSW clubs knew that the Northern Beaches clubs were 

there to be recognised. 

Sydney Northern Beaches has built upon a long history 

of competition to recognise at our grassroots level a 

platform of loyal, dedicated and competent officials 

working together with all the clubs to achieve the best for 

our competitors and athletes. During the past season the 

Branch again conducted several Level 1 Officials course, 

Level 1 and 2 Coaches courses and provided several 

mentoring classes for First Aid, Board Riding, Boat Sweeps 

and March Past proficiency. 

In line with our Surf Sports Business Plan we will continue 

to provide an opportunity to develop our athletes, coaches 

and officials through our structured education programs 

and provide the framework that is accessible to all 

members of the Board in the years to come. 

Finally, thank you sincerely for the support that the 

dedicated Branch Office team gives to surf sports, 

Craig Susans for his support, substituting, and friendship 

and to all the members of the SNB BoSS panel that play so 

many important roles towards making this Branch 

the best in NSW. 

Michael Bate 

Director 

SNB BoSS 

Michael Bate, SNB Director of Surf Sports. 

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Terry Barber 

Michael Byrnes 

Wilson Gamble 

Rick Wright 

Kevin Berry 

Richard Crayfourd 

Karen Peek 

Nigel Penn 

Colin Rae 

Janine Black 

Bernie Carr 

Paul Ducker 

John Fahey 

Jonathan Farrell 

Bill Goodman 

Neil Gregory 

Jeanette Isaacs 

Ray Isaacs 

Bob Lanbein 

Richie Lytham 

Sue Rossi 

Bill Sheridan 

Gary Beauchamp 

Steve Haggett 

Adrienne Lowe 

Ray Martin 

Simon Moriarty 

Greg Punch 

Marty Quinn 

David Sinclair 

Marianne Troop 

Gary Yabsley 

Michael Ager 

Jennifer Alexander 

Michael Bate 

Ray Brennan 

Graham Carlisle 

Steve Dixon 

Robert Duncan 

Mark Hazell 

Gavin Jarvis 

Jo Kirkby 

Michael Kirkby 

Kim Marsh 

Ian Miller 

Andrew Murphy 

Kath Obern 

Peter Obern 

Simon Phin 

Ken Priest 

Dave Roberts 

Peter Rowlands 

John Swan 

Joanne Troy 

Michelle Troy 

Nicole Troy 

Sue Troy 

Bill Walker 

Tracey Walker 

Trish Chaney 

Stephen Cox 

Lindy Hardcastle 





Bilgola SLSC 

Bilgola SLSC 

Bilgola SLSC 

Bilgola SLSC 

Bungan SLSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

Collaroy SLSC 

Dee Why SLSC 

Dee Why SLSC 

Dee Why SLSC 

Dee Why SLSC 

Dee Why SLSC 

Dee Why SLSC 

Dee Why SLSC 

Dee Why SLSC 

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Doug Lucas Long Reef SLSC 

Andrew Robson Long Reef SLSC 

James Selosse Long Reef SLSC 

Peter Selosse Long Reef SLSC 

Kristie Thomas Long Reef SLSC 

Malcolm Weatherley Long Reef SLSC 

Cynthia Alley Manly LSC 

Peter Alley 

Manly LSC 

Jan Baldwin Manly LSC 

Fran Benchley Manly LSC 

Bev Button Manly LSC 

Don Gain 

Manly LSC 

Dennis Holmes Manly LSC 

Zane Ludlow Manly LSC 

Harry Nicholson Manly LSC 

Rene Schneider Manly LSC 

Alan Seeney Manly LSC 

John Singleton Manly LSC 

Allan Tier 

Manly LSC 

Neil Baker 


Rhonda Lychett Mona Vale SLSC 

Alan Mason Mona Vale SLSC 

Lindsay Paton Mona Vale SLSC 

Robyn Vujicic Mona Vale SLSC 

Craig Williams Mona Vale SLSC 

John Woods Mona Vale SLSC 

Graham Cook Narrabeen Beach SLSC 

Bianca Foster Narrabeen Beach SLSC 

Gary Foster Narrabeen Beach SLSC 

Melanie Grandlouis Narrabeen Beach SLSC 

Ken Leonard Narrabeen Beach SLSC 

Claire McManaway Narrabeen Beach SLSC 

Steve Price Narrabeen Beach SLSC 

Ross Tester Narrabeen Beach SLSC 

Richard Andjelovic Newport SLSC 

Gary Cook Newport SLSC 

Ian Crutch 

Newport SLSC 

Neale Cummins Newport SLSC 

Megan Hayward Newport SLSC 

Greg Howard Newport SLSC 

David Hutton Newport SLSC 

Jennifer Kesby Newport SLSC 

Michael King Newport SLSC 

Doug Menzies Newport SLSC 

Sandy Menzies Newport SLSC 

Mark Stanton Newport SLSC 

Ian Storey 

Newport SLSC 

Les Bulmer North Curl Curl SLSC 

Andrew Callaghan North Curl Curl SLSC 

Clare Hagon North Curl Curl SLSC 

Ross Lambert North Curl Curl SLSC 

Colin Moyes North Curl Curl SLSC 

Michael Saunders North Curl Curl SLSC 

Louis Tassone North Curl Curl SLSC 

Kent Willis 


Bob Asser 


Laurie Cavill North Narrabeen SLSC 

Luke Fittock North Narrabeen SLSC 

Zom Knox 


Bart Snel 


Gordon Wooler North Narrabeen SLSC 

Maureen Worth North Narrabeen SLSC 

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Janice Wordley 

Ross Young 

Keith Abraham 

Bernie Burrows 

Chris Dooley 

Scott Humphrey 

Garry O’Sullivan 

Maxine 

Peacock-Smith 

Tim Platt 

Anthony Purcell 

Neil Purcell 

Tony Wong 

Barry Antella 

Jim Ashton 

Terry Boardman 

James Boyce 

Alan Butler 

Peter Daly 

Robert Daniel 

Peter Gard 

Steve Gillard 

Adam Hughes 

Paul Hull 

Janine Jobson 

Geoff Lyall 

Kay Lyall 

Gavin Marshall 

Bob Newton 

Paul Schott 

Craig Susans 

Brian Ward 

Col White 

Jenny Drury 

Jeff Hewitt 

Thelca Haven 

Tony Haven 

Steve Malone 

Charles Wiggins 

Andrew Algar 

Kirsten Cameron 

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Youth & Membership Development Report 2006-2007 

The 2006 – 07 season started with the annual Surf Safari 

for the younger members, who participated in the water 

safety at Junior Carnivals. The nominees of the Junior Life 

Saver of the Year are also invited to attend. The camp is a 

thank you to these kids who give up their time to assist with 

water safety each weekend for Nippers and at Carnivals. 

Without the following people the camp could not go ahead, 

Ian Crutch who is instrumental with the organisation of 

the camp each year. Without Ian’s help and guidance 

the camp would not happen. Ross Tester who drives 

the smaller bus with the trailer on the back filled with 

everyone’s surf boards and Andrew Charles and Josh 

Hayward who were leaders and helped with the activities. 

Thank you to Jen from the Branch office who organized the 

shirts for all participants to the camp. 

This season saw the Branch start the Women in 

Leadership Forum. This forum allows women in life saving 

to come together and discuss all aspects of life saving 

and it is intended to help, support and guide women who 

are looking at leadership roles within their own club or at 

Branch level. 

Again Junior Life of the Year was held and the standard 

was very high. The winners, Katie Williams and Angus 

Busuttil were both from Mona Vale and both of them went 

onto the State Junior Life of the Year and from all reports 

they both did extremely well, with Katie Williams being 

granted Highly Commended at State. This year we 

also had four Highly Commended, Claudia Forsyth, 

Adam Atkins both from Nth Curl Curl, Lachlan Humphrey 

from North Steyne and Elise Gillard from Bilgola. I like to 

see more clubs nominate their Under 14’s for this award. 

In the coming season I want to work more with the Youth 

Panel and having it function as its own panel for future 

junior members to join and also with the Junior Life Saver 

of the Year and get some of their ideas off the ground. 

In closing I would like the members of the executive for 

their help this year and the Club Presidents. I look forward 

to working with you all in the coming season. 

Michelle Rae 

Director of Youth & Membership Development 

Junior Life Saver of the Year Finalists Surf Safari 2006 

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Point Score 2006-2007 

Alan Fitzgerald Bennett Board Lionel McDonald OAM 

Branch 

Championship Point 

Score Shield 

TOTAL 

MANLY 1181 

FRESHWATER 936 

QUEENSCLIFF 851 

NTH CURL CURL 568 

NTH STEYNE 483 

NEWPORT 447 

COLLAROY 432 

MONA VALE 353 

DEE WHY 241 

AVALON 220 

NTH NARRABEEN 215 

PALM BEACH 161 

WHALE BEACH 144 

BILGOLA 111 

STH CURL CURL 110 

NARRABEEN 109 

LONG REEF 100 

WARRIEWOOD 82 

STH NARRABEEN 23 

BUNGAN 3 

Bennett Board 

Competition 

2006–2007 TOTAL 


Collaroy 1362 



Mona Vale 1333 


Newport 1304 

Long Reef 1303 

Bilgola 1286 


Manly 1271 




Bungan 1253 

Narrabeen Beach 1247 


Dee Why 1239 



BRANCH CHAMP. 

HANDICAP POINT 

SCORE 2007 

TOTAL 


Newport 1447 


Narrabeen Beach 1382 


Long Reef 1334 



Mona Vale 1305 


Collaroy 1285 

Bungan 1275 

Bilgola 1269 

Dee Why 1263 




Manly 1181 



Tony Bonner from Manly LSC receiving the 

Alan Fitzgerald shield 

John Swan from Freshwater SLSC 

receiving a Malibu Racing board from 

Greg Bennett of Bennett Boards. 

David Murray from North Curl Curl receiving 

the Lionel McDonald OAM shield. 

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Open Branch Championship Results 

opens – men 

Swim 

Ironman 

Taplin 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Rescue Tube Rescue 

Ski 

Double Ski 

Ski Relay 

Mixed Double Ski 

Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 

Long Board Riding 

Short Board Riding 

2Km Run 

First Aid 

Patrol Competition 

Champion Lifesaver 

opens – women 

Swim 

Ironwoman 

Taplin 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Ski 


Sprint 

Beach Relay 

I Lisney (Freshwater), E Whiteman (Manly), G Coates (Freshwater), D Rifkin (Freshwater), S Bird (Queenscliff), 

D Rifkin (Freshwater) 

K Louis (Collaroy), E Whiteman (Manly), K Gosper (Manly), C Coglan (Manly), W Love-Attard (Manly), 

G Coates (Freshwater) 

Manly A, Collaroy, Queenscliff, Nth Curl Curl, Freshwater A, Manly B 

B Atkinson (Queenscliff), T Atkinson (Queenscliff), G Coltman (Nth Curl Curl), L Davidson (Manly), 

R Cheney (Dee Why), G Coates (Freshwater) 

Queenscliff A, Manly, Dee Why, Freshwater, Nth Curl Curl, Queenscliff B 

Manly, Freshwater, Dee Why, Collaroy, Manly, Manly 

Manly, Freshwater, Queenscliff 

S Austin (Collaroy), M Stewart (Manly), J Chalmers (Freshwater), B Ballard (Manly), M Gittoes (Collaroy), 

N Holt (Queenscliff) 

Manly, Queenscliff, Manly, Nth Curl Curl, Freshwater, Manly 

Collaroy A, Freshwater, Queenscliff, Manly B, Collaroy B, Narrabeen 

Nth Curl Curl, Dee Why, Manly, Manly 

M Kember (Nth Curl Curl), R Ruzika (Nth Steyne), M Lljadica (Collaroy), T Ryston-Pratt (Manly), 

B Budd (Newport), S Johnson (Queenscliff)/P Delaney (Manly) 

Nth Steyne, Nth Curl Curl, Newport, Queenscliff, Whale Beach, Collaroy 

N McKay (Nth Steyne), A Hartmann (Freshwater), M Kember (Nth Curl Curl), M Trbojevic (Nth Steyne), 

R Martin (Whale Beach), J Lynch (Newport) 

C Gray (Manly), A Van der Wallen (Avalon), D Herbert (Avalon), B Yabsley (Dee Why), C McGuckin (Avalon), 

R Mitchell (Avalon) 

C Gray (Manly), M Skelton (Nth Steyne), A Van der Wallen (Avalon), B Yabsley (Dee Why), R Platt (Nth Steyne), 

T Mathew (Nth Steyne) 

D Burgess (Nth Curl Curl), T Gates (Palm Beach), J Fox (Manly), P Bird (Queenscliff), L Ingram (Mona Vale), 

M Colgan (Freshwater) 

Nth Steyne C, Manly Blue, Dee Why White, Dee Why Blue, Nth Steyne B 

Manly White (Manly), Longy Guns (Long Reef), Old,N.Bold (Manly), Long Bits (Long Reef) 

H Cowan (Manly), A Traugott (Nth Steyne), G Booker (Manly), J Fox (Manly), T Wallace (Manly), 

N Davies (Manly) 

A Miller (Freshwater), A Bird (Queenscliff), E Williams (Manly), L Coltman (Nth Curl Curl), 

E Bennett (Nth Narrabeen), E Davey (Manly) 

L McKie (Collaroy), E Tesoriero (Queenscliff), N Chapman (Manly), A Bird (Queenscliff) 

Nth Curl Curl, Freshwater, Collaroy, Manly 

R Crerar (Freshwater), A Miller (Freshwater), E Tesoriero (Queenscliff), L McKie (Collaroy), S Gosper (Manly), 

N Chapman (Manly) 

Freshwater, Manly, Nth Curl Curl, Queenscliff, Collaroy 

Freshwater, Nth Curl Curl, Nth Narrabeen, Collaroy, Nth Curl Curl 

L McKie (Collaroy), K Low (Nth Curl Curl), K McGrath (Collaroy), F Rae (Palm Beach) 

A Miller (Freshwater), S Gosper (Manly), A Bird (Queenscliff), B Perry (Collaroy) 

L Shorter (Queenscliff), H Teu (Manly), M Foley (Newport), N Middleton (Palm Beach), J Langrell (Manly), 

L Chappel (Palm Beach) 

Queenscliff A, Manly, Queenscliff B, Newport, Collaroy, Whale Beach 

Flags 

J L Britt (Queenscliff), E Lee (Nth Steyne), F Scarff (Dee Wwhy), A Cooke (Palm Beach), 

L Neighbour (Nth Steyne), B Lussick (Collaroy) 

2 Km Run F Scarff (Dee Why), O Fox (Palm Beach), R Kelly (Manly), C Hughes (Palm Beach), S Hunt (Palm Beach) 

Long Board Riding 

Short Board Riding 


under 19 men 

Swim 

Ironman 

Taplin 

S Walker (Freshwater), J Ensor (Collaroy), M White (Queenscliff), R Lougher (Nth Curl Curl), 

B Moore (Nth Curl Curl) 

J Ensor (Collaroy), A Kaufer (Mona Vale), L Smith (Nth Steyne), M Quinn (Dee Why), S Walker (Freshwater) 

M Perry (Manly), P Walton (Queenscliff) 

E Paling (Nth Curl Curl), Z Auton (Nth Curl Curl), J Atkins (Nth Curl Curl), 

K Gosper (Manly), E Paling (Nth Curl Curl), W Love-Attard (Manly) 

Nth Curl Curl, Manly A, Queenscliff, Dee Why, Manly B, Freshwater 

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under 19 men (cont.) 

Board 

J Atkins (Nth Curl Curl), K Gosper (Manly), M Atkinson (Queenscliff), E Paling (Nth Curl Curl), 

W Love-Attard (Manly), B Yabsley (Dee Why) 

Board Relay 

Nth Curl Curl, Dee Why, Queenscliff, Manly 

Board Rescue 

Ski 

Double Ski 

Ski Relay 

Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Board Riding 


Nth Curl Curl, Manly, Nth Curl Curl Green, Queenscliff, Dee Why 

N Dawe (Manly), J Curtis (Manly), R Domjen (Freshwater), E Paling (Nth Curl Curl, C Plunkett (Nth Curl Curl), 

M Atkinson (Queenscliff) 

Freshwater, Nth Curl Curl, Dee Why 

Manly, Freshwater, Nth Curl Curl 

M Kember (Nth Curl Curl), H Lanrock (Whale Beach), D Gregory (Whale Beach), C Tassone (Nth Curl Curl), 

A Finlay (Whale Beach), J Adam (Whale Beach) 

Nth Curl Curl, Whale Beach A, Freshwater, Manly 

D Cranley (Nth Steyne), M Skelton (Nth Steyne), B Yabsley (Dee Why), J Sharkey (Dee Why) 

Manly, Nth Curl Curl, Freshwater 

2 Km Run S Kelly (Avalon), J Foley (Manly), K Gilroy (Manly) 


under 19 women 

Swim 

Ironwoman 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Ski 

Sprint 

Flags 

Beach Relay 


2Km Run 

under 17 boys 

Swim 

Ironman 

Surf Teams 

Cameron Relay 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Belt Swim 

Sprint 

Beach Relay 

S Job (Nth Steyne), S Stewart (Long Reef) 

N Chapman (Manly), A Bird (Queenscliff), E Tesoriero (Queenscliff), G Davies (Newport), K Trim (Collaroy) 

E Tesoriero (Queenscliff), A Bird (Queenscliff), N Chapman (Manly), G Davies (Newport) 

E Tesoriero (Queenscliff)), A Bird (Queenscliff), N Chapman (Manly), G Davies (Newport), K Trim (Collaroy), 

J Chapman (Nth Curl Curl) 

Manly, Collaroy, Mona Vale, Nth Narrabeen 

Manly, Newport, Queenscliff, Dee Why 

E Tesoriero (Queenscliff), N Chapman (Manly), E Quinn (Dee Why) 

L Shorter (Queenscliff), E Pienaar (Whale Beach), E Lee (Nth Steyne), K Pilarski (Queenscliff), 

D Scott (Whale Beach) 

L Shorter (Queenscliff), E Pienaar (Whale Beach), D Scott (Whale Beach) 

Queenscliff, Nth Steyne, Collaroy, Manly A, Manly B 

E Williams (Manly), F Epper (Manly), B Perry (Collaroy) 

R Trethowan (Palm Beach) 

K Louis (Collaroy), L Stirton (Freshwater), B Louis (Collaroy), S Bird (Queenscliff), J Nolan (Freshwater), 

N Dobson (Whale Beach) 

K Louis (Collaroy), S Bird (Queenscliff), B Louis (Collaroy), M Harris (Manly), B Neighbour (Nth Steyne), 

D Alley (Manly) 

Freshwater, Whale Beach 

Dee Why, Freshwater A, Queenscliff, Nth Steyne, Manly B, Freshwater B 

K Louis (Collaroy), B Kirkby (Freshwater), B Lewis (Collaroy), J Selby (Dee Why), D Alley (Manly), 

R Susans (Queenscliff) 

Freshwater A, Manly A, Nth Steyne, Queenscliff, Freshwater B, Dee Why 

Queenscliff, Freshwater, Dee Why, Freshwater, Collaroy, Nth Steyne 

D Alley (Manly), B Meaney (Freshwater), J Nolan (Freshwater) 

S Jones (Nth Steyne), T Kingston (Nth Steyne), M McCann (Manly), R Hooper (Manly), J Lynch (Newport), 

J Gellert (Whale Beach) 

Manly, Nth Steyne, Whale Beach A, Nth Steyne, Whale Beach B 

Flags 

N Dobson (Whale Beach), N Halfhide (Whale Beach), J Lynch (Newport), A Greenwood (Whale Beach), 

Solomon (Nth Steyne), M Trbojevic (Nth Steyne) 

2 Km Run A Watson (Manly), M Truskett (Whale Beach), A Mathieson (Whale Beach), M Femm (Whale Beach), 

E Hawthorn (Whale Beach) 

Board Riding 

B Dunsmore (Nth Narrabeen), T Mathew (Nth Steyne), J Casey (Mona Vale), R Platt (Nth Steyne), M Broom 

(Collaroy), M Meadows (Collaroy) 

Tube 

L Stirton (Freshwater), T Beckman (Manly), S Bird (Queenscliff), J Nolan (Freshwater), 

S Cottee (Whale Beach), B Meaney (Freshwater) 

First Aid 

Newport Nailers, Manly Red, Newport 

Patrol Competition 


Longy Wrecks (Long Reef), Manly Red, Manly Blue 

S Tier (Manly), J Thom (Long Reef), L Hanson (Manly), M Harris (Manly), R Susans (Queenscliff), 

J Farley (Manly) 

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Open Branch Championship Results (cont.) 

Under 17 Girls 

Swim 

Ironwoman 


Cameron Relay 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 

A Miller, F Epper (Manly), S Cooper (Freshwater), H Reid (Nth Narrabeen), 

E Bennett (Nth Narrabeen), E Williams (Manly) 

A Miller (Freshwater), F Epper (Manly), R Crerar (Freshwater), E Bennett (Nth Narrabeen), 

S Cooper (Freshwater), M Field (Nth Narrabeen) 

Manly, Nth Narrabeen 

Manly, Freshwater, Nth Narrabeen, Queenscliff, Nth Steyne 

R Crerar (Freshwater), A Miller (Freshwater), F Epper (Manly), S Cooper (Manly), 

F Knapman (Manly), H Reid (Nth Narrabeen) 

Freshwater, Manly, Nth Narrabeen, Queenscliff 

Freshwater, Manly, Nth Narrabeen, Manly 

J L Britt (Queenscliff), A Wilson (Nth Steyne), T Sheumack (Queenscliff), J Ensor (Collaroy), 

E Jolley (Mona Vale), B Lussick (Collaroy) 

Queenscliff, Freshwater, Dee Why 

J L Britt (Queenscliff), E Lee (Nth Steyne), T Sheumack (Queenscliff), E Jolly (Mona Vale), Collaroy 

Tube 

A Miller (Freshwater), E Williams (Manly), E Bennett (Nth Narrabeen), S Knapman (Manly), 

A Street (Long Reef), K Russell (Nth Curl Curl) 

2 Km Run J Langrell (Manly), 

Board Riding 


under 15 boys 

Swim 

Ironman 

Cameron Relay 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Tube Race 

Sprint 

Beach Relay 

J Ensor (Collaroy), A Kaufer (Mona Vale), G Tatam (Mona Vale), R Lougher (Nth Curl Curl), 

S Walker (Freshwater) 

S Watson (Long Reef), M Selosse (Long Reef), L Tubridy (Queenscliff) 

M Young (Nth Narrabeen), S Speer (Manly), M Cooper (Nth Steyne), A Sullivan (Manly), E Messala (Nth Curl 

Curl), M Malone (Warriewood) 

M Cooper (Nth Steyne), A Crerar (Manly), T Klouzal (Manly), P Nicol (Collaroy), M Trim (Collaroy), 

J Loring (Manly) 

Manly A, Freshwater, Manly B, Nth Curl Curl 

A Crerar (Manly), T Kirkby (Freshwater), M Trim (Collaroy), S Speer (Manly), 

M Cooper (Nth Steyne), L Kelly (Manly) 

Manly A, Manly B, Freshwater A, Freshwater B, Manly C, Collaroy A 

Manly, Freshwater, Manly Red, Collaroy, Manly, Freshwater 

M Young (Nth Narrabeen), J Burden (Freshwater), M Trim (Collaroy), B Nolan (Freshwater), 

A Crerar (Manly), T Klouzal (Manly) 

M Hooper (Manly), Z Gelder (Whale Beach), B Donegal (Collaroy), N Mulcahy (Manly), 

B Walmsley (Freshwater), M White (Manly) 

Manly, Queenscliff, Whale Beach, Collaroy 

Flags 

Z Gelder (Whale Beach), B Madtich (Whale Beach), T Clarke (Whale Beach), 

L Kershaw (Whale Beach), N Cooper (Whale Beach) 

2 Km Run L Kershaw (Whale Beach), B Madtich (Whale Beach), Z Gelder (Whale Beach), 

A Selosse (Long Reef), T Clarke (Whale Beach) 

Board Riding 

L Paling (Nth Curl Curl), M Malone (Warriewood), W Callum (Freshwater), 

M Young (Nth Narrabeen), M Lawler (Nth Narrabeen) 

First Aid 

Newport Bookends, Manly Red 


under 15 girls 

Swim 

Ironwoman 


Cameron Relay 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Tube 

T Kirkby (Freshwater), M Cooper (Nth Steyne), A Selosse (Long Reef), D Moore (Long Reef), 

D Chaney (Long Reef), P Obern (Freshwater) 

P Williams (Manly), B Miller (Freshwater), S Weisse (Dee Why), J Mooy (Manly), 

H Couchman (Queenscliff), E Davey (Manly) 

B Keogh (Nth Steyne), B Miller (Freshwater), D Halligan (Mona Vale), H Couchman (Queenscliff), 

A Stirton (Freshwater), E Goetze (Nth Narrabeen) 

Manly, Freshwater 

Manly, Queenscliff, Mona Vale, Freshwater 

B Miller (Freshwater), J Mooy (Manly), D Halligan (Mona Vale), H Couchman (Queenscliff), 

M Quinn (Dee Why), S Keelan (Manly) 

Manly, Mona Vale, Freshwater, Dee Why, Nth Curl Curl) 

Freshwater, Manly, Queenscliff, Nth Steyne, Dee Why, Mona Vale 

E Davies (Manly), L Susans (Queenscliff), B Miller (Freshwater), H Couchman (Queenscliff), 

A Stirton (Freshwater) 

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under 15 girls (cont.) 

Sprint 

Beach Relay 

E Lamb (Collaroy), K O’Shea (Manly), A Gundry (Mona Vale), B Coutche (Collaroy), 

R Marr (Mona Vale), C Baker (Warriewood) 

Mona Vale, Manly, Nth Curl Curl, Freshwater 

Flags 

J Mooy (Manly), C Baker (Warriewood), R Jolley (Mona Vale), B Coulcher (Collaroy), 

S Keelan (Manly), K O’Shea (Manly) 

2 Km Run K Andrews (Manly), C Baker (Warriewood), A Gundry (Mona Vale) 

Board Riding 


boats 

Open Mens 

Open Womens 

Reserves 

Under 23 Mens 

Under 23 Womens 

M Quinn (Dee Why), N Langbridge (Dee Why), I Willis (Nth Curl Curl), A Saunders (Nth Curl Curl), 

K Dunsmore (Nth Narrabeen) 

H Couchman (Queenscliff) 

Palm Beach Pirates, Manly Clymer, Queenscliff Red, Nth Curl Curl Jungle Touchers, 

Whale Beach Big Fish, Sth Curl Curl Blue 

Queenscliff MWCU, Bilgola Gold, Sth Curl Curl Gold, Bungan Gold, Avalon, Sth Curl Curl Blue 

Collaroy Spiders, Bilgola Gold, Sth Narrabeen Boozers, Whale Beach Spearmen, 

Mona Vale Black, Avalon 

Bilgola Gold, Palm Beach Pretenders, Sth Narrabeen Snappers, Mona Vale Black, 

Whale Beach Humbacks, Sth Curl Curl Nips 

Bilgola Platinum, Palm Beach Power Rangers, Collaroy Giggles, Bilgola Gold, 

Under 19 

Bilgola Gold, Long Reef Poppies, Queenscliff Red, Newport Gold, Long Reef Ikuna, 

Newport Sly Raccoons 

MULTIPLE DISCIPLINES 

6 Person R&R Collaroy (3.3), Freshwater (4), Queenscliff (15.72) 

Under 15 R&R Collaroy (8), Freshwater White (11), Freshwater Maroon (15) 

Open Womens R&R Freshwater (7.22), Collaroy (11), Queenscliff (16.64) 

Open Mens R&R Freshwater (4), Collaroy (4.08) 

Lifesaver Relay 

Queenscliff A, Manly, Nth Curl Curl, Freshwater, Queenscliff, Nth Steyne 

Marchpast Collaroy Bears (0), Collaroy Ladies (1), Freshwater (8), Manly Men (13), Queenscliff (17), Warriewood (25) 

Marchpast Premiership Collaroy Ladies, Collaroy Bears, Freshwater 

Marchpast Handicap Collaroy Ladies, Manly Men, Collaroy Bears, Queenscliff, Nth Steyne, Freshwater 


Masters Branch Championship Results 

30 – 34 years men 

Swim 

Ironman 

Board 

Board Rescue 

Ski 

Double Ski 

Tube 

Sprint 

S Goldschmidt (Newport), B Davies (Newport), S Lawrence (Mona Vale), P Wells (Narrabeen), 

J Carraro (Sth Narrabeen), C Maher (Queenscliff) 

M Moran (Narrabeen), P Wells (Narrabeen), S Goldschmidt (Newport), C Maher (Queenscliff) 

S Goldschmidt (Newport), J Cousins (Palm Beach) 

Newport, Newport, Mona Vale, Narrabeen, Narrabeen B 

D Tudor-Jones (Narrabeen), P Wells (Narrabeen), P Lever (Mona Vale), C Maher (Queenscliff), A Lachlan (Avalon), 

S Goldschmidt (Newport) 

Narrabeen A, Narrabeen B, Avalon 

B Davies (Newport), S Goldschmidt (Newport) 

S Goldschmidt (Newport), B Reedy (Nth Narrabeen), J Cousins (Palm Beach), J Fox (Manly) 

30 – 34 years women 

Swim 

C Chaffer (Nth Curl Curl), B Gray (Queenscliff), G Pelly (Manly), L Meikle (Collaroy), C Campbell (Collaroy) 

Ironwoman 

S Rose (Mona Vale), K McFadden (Narrabeen) 

Board 

Carol (Nth Curl Curl), S Rose (Narrabeen) 

Board Rescue Newport, Mona Vale, Queenscliff Yellow, Queenscliff White, Palm Beach, Freshwater 

Ski 

F Scarff (Dee Wwhy), K MacFadden (Narrabeen) 

Tube 

B Gray (Queenscliff) 

Sprint 

M Foley (Newport), G Pelly (Manly), D Meikle (Collaroy), M Sornin (Queenscliff), R Kelly (Manly), 

C Quayle (Palm Beach) 

Flags 

F Scarff (Dee Why), K Van Gorcom (Freshwater), D Meikle (Collaroy) 


Swim 

D Jones (Freshwater), G Slater (Nth Curl Curl), J Brookes (Newport), S Phin (Freshwater), 

R McCabe (Newport), N Rowe (Palm Beach) 

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Masters Branch Championship Results (cont.) 

35 – 39 years men (cont.) 

Ironman 

S Phin (Freshwater), L Townsend (Narrabeen) 

Board 

S Phin (Freshwater), M Johnston (Nth Curl Curl), K Nyngan (Nth Curl Curl), D Lawler (Narrabeen), 

A Gilchrist (Nth Steyne), I Harper (Narrabeen) 

Board Rescue Nth Steyne, Narrabeen, Newport, Nth Curl Curl 

Ski 

Double Ski 

Tube 

Sprint 

Flags 

B Wilson (Freshwater), G Whittaker (Narrabeen), G Slater (Nth Curl Curl), A Tall (Nth Steyne), 

J Huigsen (Nth Steyne), (Narrabeen) 

Freshwater, Nth Steyne, Freshwater 

J Brookes (Newport), K Nyman (Nth Curl Curl), R McCabe (Newport), A Gilchrist (Nth Steyne) 

M Johnson (Nth Curl Curl), G Pickering (Nth Curl Curl) 

M Johnston (Nth Curl Curl), G Whittaker (Narrabeen), K Wyman (Nth Curl Curl), G Pickering (Nth Curl Curl) 


Swim 

J Proudfoot (Newport), C Ewers (Newport), 

Board 

R Vujicic (Mona Vale), K McFadden (Narrabeen), C Ewers (Newport) 

Tube 

R Vujicic (Mona Vale), J Proudfoot (Newport) 

Sprint 

A Nelson (Queenscliff), E Harman (Newport), C Logan (Manly), N Ager (Freshwater) 

Flags 

A Nelson (Queenscliff), C Logan (Manly), N Ager (Freshwater) 


Swim 

J De Mestre (Freshwater), A Vieceli (Manly), R Bryon (Sth Curl Curl), D Warrener (Avalon), 

J Newman (Freshwater), C Morgan (Dee Why) 

Ironman 

J Newman (Freshwater), B Greenwood (Avalon), A Somerville (Queenscliff), A Van Der Wallen (Avalon), 

M Kirkby (Freshwater) 

Board 

A Van Der Wallen (Avalon), T Hayes (Queenscliff), G Tate (Newport), M Kirkby (Freshwater), G Borg (Newport), 

A Somerville (Queenscliff) 

Board Rescue Queenscliff, Freshwater, Newport, Avalon 

Ski 

Double Ski 

Tube 

Sprint 

Flags 

J Newman (Freshwater), B Greenwood (Avalon), T Vieceli (Manly), M Kirkby (Freshwater), C Pora (Nth Steyne), 

P Hatfield (Dee Why) 

Freshwater, Manly, Queenscliff, Nth Curl Curl, Nth Steyne, Dee Why 

P Obern (Freshwater), A Somerville (Queenscliff), D Hemsley (Newport) 

B Dolly (Queenscliff), l M Gedz (Queenscliff), T Hayes (Queenscliff), R Emerson (Newport) 

C Pearce (Nth Steyne), J Clark (Nth Steyne), R Emerson (Newport) 


Swim 

F Rae (Palm Beach), D Van Ooi (Palm Beach), P Walton (Queenscliff), J Kirkby (Freshwater), 

M White (Queenscliff), C Armour (Queenscliff) 

Ironwoman 

F Rae (Palm Beach), D Van Ooi (Palm Beach) 

Board 

Ski 

Tube 

Sprint 

Flags 

M White (Queenscliff), D Vanow (Palm Beach), K Amour (Queenscliff) 

M White (Queenscliff), J Listerberger (Dee Why), F Rae (Palm Beach), D Foote (Nth Steyne) 

Di Van Ooi (Palm Beach), J Cooper (Nth Steyne) 

M Pearson (Newport), S Brown (Queenscliff), R Cummins (Newport), T Martin (Queenscliff), 

A Berner (Mona Vale), E Daube (Newport) 

M Pearson (Newport), E Daube (Newport), R Cummins (Newport) 


Swim 

S Mears (Newport), T Gates (Palm Beach), N Wood (Newport), C Lindop (Avalon), A Merrell (Palm Beach) 

Ironman 

K Flood (Queenscliff), N Wood (Avalon), T Gates (Palm Beach), C Lindop (Avalon) 

Board 

M Porra (Queenscliff), S Somerville (Queenscliff), I Poole (Queenscliff), M Postega (Freshwater), 

T Gates (Palm Beach), P Sharkey (Dee Why) 

Board Rescue Queenscliff, Newport, Palm Beach, Queenscliff, Avalon, Nth Steyne 

Ski 

Double Ski 

Tube 

Sprint 

Flags 

M Clare-Nazer (Queenscliff), J Crittle (Dee Wwhy), J Davis (Queenscliff), B Burrows (Nth Steyne), 

P Boer (Dee Why), G Bennett (Manly) 

Queenscliff, Dee Why, Freshwater, Dee Wwhy, Avalon 

Mears (Newport), B Burrows (Nth Steyne), N Wood (Avalon) 

B Budd (Newport), R Collins (Queenscliff), S Nelson (Queenscliff), J Dick (Avalon), M Lans (Whale Beach), 

P Matthew (Nth Steyne) 

B Budd (Newport), M Lans (Whale Beach), M Gardiner (Nth Narrabeen), S Nelson (Queenscliff), 

R Collins (Queenscliff) 

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Swim 

M Peacock-Smith (Nth Steyne), J Bryant (Manly), L Crombie (Collaroy), A Chapman (Palm Beach), 

L Wiadrowski (Freshwater), D Foote (Nth Steyne) 

Ironwoman 

M Peacock-Smith (Nth Steyne), A Chapman (Palm Beach), L Wiadrowski (Freshwater), A Crawford (Dee Why), 

K Begg (Palm Beach) 

Board 

A Hapton (Avalon), J Magion (Newport), J Mason (Mona Vale), L Wiadrowski (Freshwater), 

M Peacock-Smith (Nth Steyne), Chapman (Palm Beach) 

Tube 

J Bryant (Manly), M Peacock-Smith (Nth Steyne), D Foote (Nth Steyne), S Fielding (Nth Steyne) 

Sprint 

Flags 


Swim 

Ironman 

Board 

Board Rescue 

Ski 

Double Ski 

Tube 

Sprint 

Flags 

J Redman (Manly), L Gregory (Collaroy), S Hart (Collaroy), S Fielding (Nth Steyne), L McDowell (Collaroy), 

L Wiadrowski (Freshwater) 

J Redman (Manly), L Gregory (Collaroy), S Hart (Collaroy), K Begg (Palm Beach) 

P Storman (Freshwater), T Wozneac (Newport), L Richardson (Newport), A Burns (Freshwater), 

M Crawford (Dee Why), D Buchan (Newport) 

D White (Queenscliff), K Moppett (Sth Curl Curl), D Chrystal (Palm Beach) 

K Flood (Newport), C McClucken (Avalon), P Dean (Queenscliff), P Stornan (Freshwater), S Davies (Freshwater), 

C Bell (Manly) 

Manly A, Manly B, Nth Curl Curl, Freshwater, Freshwater 

S Davis (Freshwater), D Macintosh (Collaroy), S Lewis (Avalon), S Green (Collaroy), K Flood (Newport), 

S Bennett (Freshwater) 

Avalon, Collaroy, Freshwater 

D Buchan (Newport), C McGuckin (Avalon), T Wozniak (Nth Curl Curl), M Epper (Manly), P Storman (Freshwater), 

J Platt (Nth Steyne) 

D Smith (Nth Narrabeen), M Lynch (Newport), B Wootten (Manly), P Dean (Queenscliff), N McDowell (Collaroy), 

T Platt (Nth Steyne) 

M Lynch (Newport), S Atkins (Nth Curl Curl), D Smith (Nth Narrabeen), B Meaney (Freshwater) 


Swim 

N Crawford (Dee Wwhy), J Mason (Mona Vale), 


Swim 

T Hixson (Avalon), K Moffat (Sth Curl Curl 

Ski 

R Stewart (Manly), K Moppett (Sth Curl Curl), M Dauree (Manly), A Channells (Newport), C Campbell (Avalon) 

Double Ski 

Manly, Queenscliff 

Sprint 

T Smithies (Newport), B Wilson (Queenscliff), M Cowper (Avalon) 

Flags 

T Smithies (Newport), M Tomblin (Collaroy), M Cowper (Avalon), G Webster (Freshwater) 

60+ years men 

Board 

E Kwanten (Queenscliff), K Harris (Queenscliff), C Crey (Palm Beach), I Nicol (Dee Why), D White (Queenscliff), 

W Gamble (Avalon) 

Board Rescue Queenscliff, Queenscliff 

Ski 

Tube 

Sprint 

65+ years men 

Board 

Ski 

110+ years men 


Taplin 

Board Relay 

Ski Relay 



Taplin 

Board Relay 


Taplin 


E Kwanten (Queenscliff), K Harris (Queenscliff) 

D White (Queenscliff), C Gray (Palm Beach), I Nicol (Dee Why), W Gamble (Avalon) 

P Hammond (Queenscliff), G Webster (Freshwater) 

C White (Queenscliff) 

B Graber (Manly), R Berry (Whale Beach) 

Newport A, Newport B, Nth Curl Curl 

Queenscliff, Freshwater, Narrabeen, Newport 

Newport A, Freshwater A, Freshwater B, Narrabeen A, Newport B, Narrabeen B 

Narrabeen, Avalon, Nth Steyne, Narrabeen B 

Palm Beach, Newport, Queenscliff, Nth Steyne 

Queenscliff, Palm Beach, 

Queenscliff, Nth Steyne, Palm Beach 

Queenscliff, Avalon, Freshwater, Freshwater, Newport 

Freshwater A, Freshwater B, Newport, Nth Curl Curl 

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Masters Branch Championship Results (cont.) 

130+ years men (cont.) 

Board Relay Queenscliff, Avalon, Newport, Nth Curl Curl, Nth Steyne 

Ski Relay 

Queenscliff, Nth Steyne, Dee Why 


Beach Relay Nth Curl Curl, Nth Narrabeen, Newport 

140+ years women 

Beach Relay Newport, Manly, Collaroy 



Avalon, Palm Beach, Newport, Queenscliff, Manly, Nth Steyne 

Taplin 

Queenscliff, Freshwater, Avalon A, Avalon B, Manly, Queenscliff 

Ski Relay 

Manly, Avalon, Queenscliff 

Board Relay Queenscliff A, Queenscliff B 


Beach Relay Queenscliff 


Beach Relay Queenscliff, Newport, Nth Steyne 

multiple discipline 

Long Board Riding D Herbert (Avalon), P Sharkey (Dee Why), A Van der Wallen (Avalon), C McGurkin (Avalon), R Mitchell (Avalon), 

M Maddox (Nth Steyne) 

boats 

120 Years Avalon Beach Kiams, Nth Steyne Loza, Newport, Nth Narrabeen, Warriewood 

140 Years Sth Curl Curl Gold, Collaroy Spiders, Bilgola Blue, Warriewood VT, Warriewood Long, Nth Narrabeen Super 

180 Years Sth Curl Curl Gold, Queenscliff, Newport 

200 Years Freshwater 200’s, Sth Curl Curl Vets 

240 Years Freshwater 240’s, Nth Narrabeen Vets 


Nippers Branch Championship Results 

under 8 boys 

Wade 

Wade Relay 

Beach Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 

under 8 girls 

Wade 

Wade Relay 

M Dragan (Sth Curl Curl), J Andrew (Queenscliff), J Mazaraki (Queenscliff), S Porter (Queenscliff), 

J Aitken (Dee Why), J Clerke (Avalon) 

Queenscliff 1, Manly Blue, Sth Curl Curl, Queenscliff 2, Collaroy, Nth Curl Curl 

R Martinuzzo (Collaroy), J Sullivan (Narrabeen Beach), J Mazaraki (Queenscliff), M Nyssen (Queenscliff), 

J Aitken (Dee Why), D Ferreira (Long Reef) 

Queenscliff Blue, Nth Curl Curl, Collaroy, Queenscliff Red, Manly Purple, Sth Curl Curl 

M Curtis (Manly), M Dragan (Sth Curl Curl), T Godoy (Freshwater), T Struk (Nth Steyne), 

R Cunningham (Collaroy), J Glover (Dee Why) 

J Quinn (Mona Vale), S McGovern (Nth Curl Curl), S Eades (Manly), E Caine (Avalon), I Wolff (Freshwater), 

T Bellklemm (Avalon) 

Manly Purple, Mona Vale, Freshwater, Avalon, Manly Blue, Queenscliff Red 

Beach Sprint B Myall (Manly), S McGovern (Nth Curl Curl), T Constantine (Freshwater), N Bernard (Manly) / 

N Bowyer (Collaroy) / T Allen (Sth Curl Curl) 

Beach Relay Manly, Nth Curl Curl, Collaroy, Queenscliff, Freshwater, Nth Steyne 

Flags 

under 9 boys 

Swim 

Swim Team 

Board 

Board Relay 

H Duggan (Warriewood), S Cauchi (Queenscliff), S Tonoli (Mona Vale), D Bentham (Bilgola), 

B Galic (Nth Narrabeen), S Jaunzemis (Long Reef) 

T Boyce (Queenscliff), E Stratton (Manly), C Brooks (Newport), A Oakes (Nth Curl Curl), G Rees (Warriewood), 

H Stone (Manly) 

Queenscliff, Manly, Nth Curl Curl 

A Hayes (Queenscliff), E Stratton (Manly), T Boyce (Queenscliff), G Rees (Warriewood), H Store (Manly), 

H Wilton (Manly) 

Manly A, Nth Curl Curl, Dee Why, Manly B, Freshwater 

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under 9 boys (cont.) 

Beach Sprint B Simonsson (Manly), M Legall (Freshwater), L Smith (Manly), J Stevenson (Mona Vale), M Hyett (Manly), 

W Gracie (Bilgola) 

Beach Relay Nth Narrabeen, Dee Why, Freshwater, Newport, Manly 

Flags 

under 9 girls 

Swim 

Swim Team 

Board 

Board Relay 

Beach Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 

under 10 boys 

Swim 

Swim Teams 

Board 

Board Relay 

Beach Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 


Swim 

Swim Teams 

Board 

Board Relay 

Beach Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 

under 11 boys 

Swim 

Swim Team 

Ironman 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Beach Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 


Swim 

Swim Team 

B Simonsson (Manly), L Gorman (Queenscliff), G Rees (Warriewood), M Simons (Queenscliff), 

D Kama (Dee Why), M Hyett (Manly) 

M Willows (Manly), G Nicholas (Collaroy), K Singleton (Freshwater), L Jones (Queenscliff), J Schafer (Queenscliff), 

C Jacobs (Dee Why) 

Collaroy 

M Willows (Manly), L Kelly (Manly), L Knowles (Manly), K Singleton (Freshwater), M Gaw (Nth Curl Curl), 

K Sheldrick (Manly) 

Freshwater, Nth Curl Curl A, Queenscliff A, Manly B, Collaroy 

N Redding (Nth Steyne), S Gillard (Nth Steyne), L Kelly (Manly), D Lucas (Freshwater), M O’Brien (Sth Curl Curl), 

A Gardiner (Collaroy), 

Mona Vale, Nth Steyne, Manly, Queenscliff, Sth Curl Curl, Collaroy 

L Kelly (Manly), J Vanzino (Mona Vale), C McGrath (Queenscliff), C Vanzino (Mona Vale), J Bennett (Sth Curl Curl), 

A Gardiner (Collaroy) 

C Krenkels (Manly), J Kempton (Manly), Z Dragan (Sth Curl Curl), C Wolohan (Manly), H Pannifex (Sth Curl Curl), 

D England (Mona Vale) 

Manly, Sth Curl Curl, Freshwater, Nth Curl Curl, Collaroy 

C Wolohan (Manly), J Kain (Dee Why), T Bennett (Manly), H Pannifex (Sth Curl Curl), J Sheather (Freshwater), 

H Gosling (Queenscliff) 

Manly A, Freshwater, Nth Curl Curl, Queenscliff, Sth Curl Curl, Warriewood 

T Trbojevic (Mona Vale), J Kain (Dee Why), D Duran (Sth Curl Curl), D Mete (Mona Vale), 

M McManus (Long Reef), J O’Toole (Queenscliff) 

Mona Vale, Queenscliff, Dee Why, Nth Steyne, Warriewood, Collaroy 

D Mete (Mona Vale), T Trbojevic (Mona Vale), J Kain (Dee Why), N Andrews (Queenscliff), 

E Cunningham (Collaroy), D Durran (Sth Curl Curl) 

A Light (Nth Steyne), J Parsons (Nth Curl Curl), A Park (Freshwater), S Paling (Nth Curl Curl), 

E Owen (Nth Steyne), G Morris (Manly) 

Nth Curl Curl, Manly 

S Paling (Nth Curl Curl), J Parsons (Nth Curl Curl), B Hyslop (Nth Curl Curl), E Owen (Nth Steyne), 

K Donkin (Manly), E Costa (Manly) 

Nth Curl Curl A, Manly, Dee Why, Nth Curl Curl B 

S Probst (Freshwater), M Frayne (Bilgola), C Liebenberg (Nth Steyne), A Victor (Freshwater), 

N Whittaker (Nth Curl Curl), T Leyshon (Nth Curl Curl) 

Mona Vale A, Nth Curl Curl, Nth Steyne, Freshwater, Warriewood 

A Victor (Freshwater), R Tredinnick (Nth Steyne), B Forbes (Mona Vale), M Frayne (Bilgola), M Suters (Collaroy), 

S Proest (Freshwater) 

C Stirton (Freshwater), J Rees (Warriewood), L Bruce (Manly), J Laing (Nth Narrabeen), P O’Connell 

(Warriewood), J Morrison (Nth Steyne) 

Nth Narrabeen, Manly A, Freshwater A, Nth Steyne, Nth Curl Curl, Manly B 

J Rees (Warriewood), C Stirton (Freshwater), J Lussick (Collaroy), M Dunsmore (Nth Narrabeen), 

J Morrison (Nth Steyne), L Reid (Nth Narrabeen) 

K Norris (Nth Narrabeen), L Nicol (Collaroy), W Craven (Nth Steyne), J Morrison (Nth Steyne), D Bruce (Manly), 

B Kelly (Nth Curl Curl 

Manly A, Nth Curl Curl A, Nth Narrabeen, Freshwater, Collaroy, Manly B 

Freshwater, Nth Narrabeen, Nth Narrabeen, Nth Steyne, Manly E, ManlyD 

Z Sims (Nth Curl Curl), B Maxwell (Sth Narrabeen), J Lussick (Collaroy), H Sherwood (Nth Curl Curl), 

T Langreis (Sth Narrabeen)/D Evans (Nth Narrabeen) 

Nth Curl Curl, Manly A, Nth Narrabeen, Collaroy, Mona Vale, Nth Curl Curl 

Z Sims (Nth Curl Curl), H Sherwood (Nth Curl Curl), J Willis (Nth Curl Curl), T Jack (Nth Narrabeen), 

T Langreis (Sth Narrabeen), C Suters (Collaroy) 

G Miller (Freshwater), E Morgan (Queenscliff), N Stirton (Freshwater), R Curtis (Freshwater), 

A Olesch-Byrne (Nth Steyne), M Spencer (Mona Vale) 

Freshwater, Nth Steyne, Nth Curl Curl 

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Nippers Branch Championship Results (cont.) 

under 11 girls (cont.) 

Ironwoman 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Beach Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 

under 12 boys 

Swim 

Swim Team 

Ironman 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Beach Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 


Swim 

Swim Team 

Ironwoman 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Beach Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 

under 13 boys 

Swim 

Swim Team 

Ironman 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Beach Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 

Board Riding 

G Miller (Freshwater), B Halligan (Mona Vale), M Kassulke (Manly), M Wyllie (Dee Why), L Caruana (Freshwater), 

R Curtis (Freshwater) 

G Miller (Freshwater), L Dragasevich (Freshwater), S Bernard (Manly), K McAleer (Nth Curl Curl), K Turner (Manly), 

N Stirton (Freshwater) 

Freshwater A, Manly, Nth Curl Curl, Dee Why, Freshwater B 

Mona Vale, Freshwater, Manly, Manly, Nth Curl Curl, Freshwater 

T Wilson (Mona Vale), C Lonngren (Long Reef), M Kassulke (Manly), K Moran (Mona Vale), R Cross (Dee Why), 

C Fuller (Sth Curl Curl) 

Manly Blue, Nth Curl Curl, Long Reef, Sth Curl Curl, Dee Why, Manly Sky 

M Lutze (Long Reef), G Struk (Nth Steyne), K Moran (Mona Vale), M Kassulke (Manly), M Taylor (Nth Steyne), 

L Woolley (Nth Curl Curl) 

J Talvi (Manly), M Brooks (Newport), J Mastrangelo (Nth Steyne), C Halligan (Mona Vale), T Robb (Warriewood), 

B Schafer (Queenscliff) 

Manly, Newport, Freshwater/Nth Steyne, Nth Curl Curl 

J Talvi (Manly), M Brooks (Newport), F Davies (Newport), T Malone (Warriewood), D Kelly (Manly), 

P Evers (Newport) 

A Kaye (Freshwater), B Smith (Nth Narrabeen), F Davies (Newport), J Ryan (Collaroy), C Halligan (Mona Vale), 

J Talvi (Manly) 

Freshwater, Newport, Nth Narrabeen, Sth Curl Curl, Nth Curl Curl, Manly 

Sth Curl Curl, Manly B, Manly C, Newport A, Newport B 

S Mete (Mona Vale), W McMichael (Manly), J Mastrangelo (Nth Steyne), M Belcher (Long Reef), M Harmer 

(Collaroy), A Whittaker (Nth Curl Curl) 

Manly A, Collaroy, Nth Curl Curl A, Manly B, Sth Curl Curl, Nth Curl Curl B 

S Mete (Mona Vale), Z Westwood (Bilgola), L Milson (Bilgola), I O’Shea (Manly), D Kelly (Manly), 

J Burgess (Nth Curl Curl) 

D Godoy (Freshwater), T O’Shea (Manly), S Lovely (Freshwater), B Brown (Queenscliff), A Caldwell (Nth Steyne), 

E Penzini (Bilgola) 

Freshwater, Mona Vale, Queenscliff 

S Lovely (Freshwater), D Godoy (Freshwater), M Oakes (Nth Curl Curl), J O’Carroll (Freshwater), 

B Gurr (Freshwater), A Treasure (Freshwater) 

A Kiernan (Mona Vale)/J O’Carroll (Freshwater), S Lovely (Freshwater), D Godoy (Freshwater), 

A Treasure (Freshwater), M Oakes (Nth Curl Curl) 

Freshwater A, Freshwater B, Nth Steyne 

Freshwater A, Freshwater B, Manly, Mona Vale, Queenscliff A, Queenscliff C 

M Tredinnick (Nth Steyne), G Gillard (Nth Steyne), J Gledhill (Collaroy), E Nelson (Nth Steyne), 

K Wiggins (Warriewood), C Kindred (Manly) 

Nth Steyne A, Collaroy A, Warriewood, Manly A, Mona Vale, Queenscliff 

T Groom (Avalon), B Brown (Queenscliff), E Nelson (Nth Steyne), S Donlan (Collaroy), G Yorke (Nth Narrabeen), 

J Howe (Collaroy) 

A Zimaras (Nth Curl Curl), E Norris (Manly), H Hayes (Queenscliff), H Tier (Manly), J Little (Freshwater), 

D Donkin (Manly) 

Manly, Freshwater, Queenscliff, Nth Steyne 

E Norris (Manly), A Zimaras (Nth Curl Curl), H Hayes (Queenscliff), H Tier (Manly), J Murphy (Freshwater), 

A Ramsay (Nth Steyne) 

E Norris (Manly), H Hayes (Queenscliff), L Gosling (Queenscliff), J Ferris (Queenscliff), H Tier (Manly), 

J Murphy (Freshwater) 

Queenscliff, Freshwater, Manly, Nth Steyne 

Manly, Queenscliff, Freshwater A, Queenscliff B, Freshwater, Nth Steyne 

J Howell (Collaroy), B Ambrose (Mona Vale), J Price (Mona Vale), L Horlyck (Freshwater), J McMillan (Manly), 

H Tier (Manly)/J Ferris (Queenscliff) 

Mona Vale, Freshwater, Manly, Nth Steyne, Queenscliff 

J Howell (Collaroy), R Jones (Manly), H Hayes (Queenscliff), B Ambrose (Mona Vale), M Perdiz (Mona Vale), 

J Ferris (Queenscliff) 

C Chapman (Nth Narrabeen), C Wolohan (Manly), M Phillip (Bilgola), M Deer n (Avalon), H Flayes (Queenscliff), 

M Rawson (Manly) 

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Swim 

Swim Team 

Ironwoman 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Beach Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 

Board Riding 

under 14 boys 

Swim 

Swim Team 

Ironman 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Beach Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 

Board Riding 


Swim 

Swim Team 

Ironwoman 

Board 

Board Relay 

Board Rescue 

Beach Sprint 

Beach Relay 

Flags 

Board Riding 

D Austin (Nth Curl Curl), A Rogers (Bilgola), A Kaufer (Mona Vale), M Oakes (Nth Curl Curl), 

L McAleer (Nth Curl Curl), C Freakley (Freshwater) 

Nth Curl Curl, Bilgola, Queenscliff, Nth Steyne 

A Kaufer (Mona Vale), K Hill (Bilgola), A Rogers (Bilgola), D Austin (Nth Curl Curl), L McAleer (Nth Curl Curl), 

A Larden (Manly) 

S Hardcastle (Long Reef), L McAleer (Nth Curl Curl), A Kaufer (Mona Vale), G Saunders (Nth Curl Curl), 

D Austin (Nth Curl Curl), L Hall (Warriewood) 

Nth Curl Curl, Manly, Bilgola, Nth Steyne, Newport 

Nth Curl Curl A, Bilgola, Queenscliff, Dee Why, Nth Curl Curl B, Freshwater 

S Hulme (Nth Steyne), C Platt (Nth Steyne), K Dunsmore (Nth Narrabeen), H Pears (Nth Steyne), 

M Fabricius (Nth Steyne), P Bradley (Warriewood) 

Nth Steyne, Avalon, Sth Narrabeen, Nth Steyne Gold, Warriewood, Freshwater 

K Dunsmore (Nth Narrabeen), M Birkby (Avalon), T AnsiewicZ (Newport), G Saunders (Nth Curl Curl), 

G Farrell (Nth Curl Curl), E Leask (Nth Steyne), 

G Saunders (Nth Curl Curl), L McAleer (Nth Curl Curl), S Hardcastle (Long Reef), A Kaufer (Mona Vale), 

K Dunsmore (Nth Narrabeen), G Farrell (Nth Curl Curl) 

A Zimaras (Nth Curl Curl), T Klouzal (Manly), L Kelly (Manly), M Paris (Manly), S McNeil (Freshwater), 

T Kaplan (Manly) 

Manly, Freshwater, Dee Why 

T Klouzal (Manly), L Kelly (Manly), A Zimaras (Nth Curl Curl), S McNeil (Freshwater), H Selby (Dee Why), 

P Obern (Freshwater) 

L Kelly (Manly), P Obern (Freshwater), T Klouzal (Manly), T Pastega (Freshwater), S McNeil (Freshwater), 

M Howard (Manly) 

Manly A, Freshwater, Long Reef, Manly B, Dee Why, Nth Curl Curl 

Manly A, Freshwater A, Manly C, Nth Curl Curl B, Freshwater B, Manly B 

M Hulme (Nth Steyne), N Mulcahy (Manly), R Meagher (Queenscliff), D Moore (Long Reef), 

D Elliott (Queenscliff), M Paris (Manly) 

Queenscliff, Manly A, Manly, Nth Narrabeen, Nth Curl Curl 

J Augusto (Nth Narrabeen), T McDermott (Nth Narrabeen), D Elliott (Queenscliff), H Martin (Queenscliff), 

A Bright (Avalon), M Subloo (Queenscliff) 

P Obern (Freshwater), L Meadows (Collaroy), S Bernard (Manly), S Perkins (Newport), H Monks (Bilgola), 

D Chaney (Long Reef) 

E Gillard (Bilgola), B Keogh (Nth Steyne), D Halligan (Mona Vale), C McConnell (Freshwater), 

C Bennett (Nth Narrabeen), A Stirton (Freshwater) 

Freshwater, Nth Steyne, Nth Curl Curl, Avalon 

B Keogh (Nth Steyne), D Halligan (Mona Vale), E Gillard (Bilgola), A Stirton (Freshwater), R Jolly (Mona Vale), 

J Quinn 9mona Vale) 

D Halligan (Mona Vale), O Ellice-Flint (Newport), B Keogh (Nth Steyne), E Gillard (Bilgola, B Bratton (Newport), 

R Jolly (Mona Vale) 

Mona Vale, Newport, Freshwater, Avalon A, Avalon B, Nth Curl Curl 

Mona Vale, Bilgola, Freshwater B, Nth Steyne, Newport A, Mona Vale B 

S Harmer (Collaroy), O Settree (Sth Curl Curl), J Hunter (Nth Steyne), K Lofthouse (Nth Curl Curl), O Ellice-Flint 

(Newport), E Birch (Nth Steyne) 

Nth Steyne, Mona Vale, Nth Curl Curl, Newport, Long Reef, Queenscliff 

K Williams (Mona Vale), R Jolly (Mona Vale), J Hunter (Nth Steyne), A Bruce (Newport), E Edgley (Bilgola), 

M Deer (Avalon) 

B Hall (Manly), R Jolly (Mona Vale), I Johnston (Avalon), O Ellice-Flint (Newport), N Langbridge (Dee Why) 

multiple disciplines 

2 Person R&R Nth Narrabeen Black (5), Freshwater Pink (5), Nth Narrabeen White (7), Collaroy Black (7), 

Newport Stingers (9.5), Newport Turtles (11) 

5 Person R&R Freshwater (10), Nth Narrabeen (10), Newport (19) 

All Age Relay 

Manly, Mona Vale, Collaroy, Nth Steyne, Queenscliff, Sth Curl Curl 

March Past Collaroy (9), Nth Steyne (24), Nth Narrabeen (27), Manly (28), Warriewood (34), Freshwater (36) 

Handicap 

Warriewood (13), Nth Steyne (13.1), Dee Why A (13.2), Nth Narrabeen (15), Mona Vale (17), Dee Why B (21) 

March Past 

Senior 

Manly A, Freshwater B, Nth Curl Curl A, Nth Steyne, Freshwater A, Mona Vale 

Cameron Relay 

Junior Cameron Relay Freshwater D, Newport, Manly A, Freshwater E, Manly B, Freshwater C 

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Combined Branch Results 

2006-2007 

JUNIORS MASTERS OPENS COMBINED PLACE 

Avalon 42 Avalon 153 Avalon 25 Manly 1181 1 

Bilgola 76 Bilgola 4 Bilgola 31 Freshwater 936 2 

Bungan – Bungan – Bungan 3 Queenscliff 851 3 

Collaroy 122 Collaroy 66 Collaroy 244 Nth Curl Curl 568 4 

Dee Why 67 Dee Why 64 Dee Why 110 Nth Steyne 483 5 

Freshwater 362 Freshwater 205 Freshwater 369 Newport 447 6 

Long Reef 42 Long Reef – Long Reef 58 Collaroy 432 7 

Manly 469 Manly 117 Manly 595 Mona Vale 353 8 

Mona Vale 235 Mona Vale 46 Mona Vale 72 Dee Why 241 9 

Narrabeen 5 Narrabeen 103 Narrabeen 1 Avalon 220 10 

NEwport 87 Newport 306 Newport 54 Nth Narrabeen 215 11 

Nth Curl Curl 273 Nth Curl Curl 94 Nth Curl Curl 201 Palm Beach 161 12 

Nth Narrabeen 116 Nth Narrabeen 33 Nth Narrabeen 66 Whale Beach 144 13 

Nth Steyne 221 Nth Steyne 114 Nth Steyne 148 Bilgola 111 14 

Palm Beach – Palm Beach 114 Palm Beach 47 Sth Curl Curl 110 15 

Queenscliff 206 Queenscliff 332 Queenscliff 313 Narrabeen 109 16 

Sth Curl Curl 67 Sth Curl Curl 36 Sth Curl Curl 7 Long Reef 100 17 

Sth Narrabeen 13 Sth Narrabeen 2 Sth Narrabeen 8 Warriewood 82 18 

Warriewood 57 Warriewood 7 Warriewood 18 Sth Narrabeen 23 19 

Whale Beach – Whale Beach 12 Whale Beach 132 Bungan 3 20 

TOTAL 2460 1808 2502 TOTAL 6770 

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Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Inc ABN. 31 416 737 307 

Financial Reports 

Statement by Members of the Committee 

The committee has determined that the association is not a reporting entity and that this special purpose financial report 

should be prepared in accordance with the accounting policies outlined in Note 1 to the financial statements. 

In the opinion of the committee the financial report as set out on pages 41 to 43: 

Presents a true and fair view of the financial position of Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Inc as at 31 March 2007 

and its performance for the year ended on that date. 

At the date of this statement, there are reasonable grounds to believe that Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Inc 

will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due. 

This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on behalf of the 

Committee by: 

Mr Gordon Lang 

Dated this 26th day of June 2007 

Mr Phillip Cullis 

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Committee Report 

Your committee members submit the financial report of 

the Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Inc for the 

financial year ended 31 March 2007. 

Committee Members 

The names of committee members throughout the year 

and at the date of this report are: 

· Gordon Lang (appointed 1 May 2007) 

· Phillip Cullis (appointed 1 May 2007) 

· Anthony Burns (resigned 1 May 2007 and did not seek 

re-election) 

· Anthony Haven (resigned 1 May 2007 and did not seek 

re-election) 

Principal Activities 

The principal activities of the association during the 

financial year were to provide, maintain and promote a safe 

beach and aquatic environment throughout Australia and 

be a valued Surf Life Saving service to the community of 

Sydney northern beaches. 

Significant Changes 

No significant change in the nature of these activities 

occurred during the year. 

Operating Result 

The profit after providing for income tax amounted to 

$64,106. This years’ surplus result has exceeded the 

budgeted forecast by approximately 600% (budgeted 

surplus was $18,225 to an actual of $104,138 before 

accounting for depreciation). This has been achieved by 

diligent budget management throughout the year with 

constant review of expenditure against the Management 

and Financial Plan. 

In reviewing this year’s financial performance it is noted that 

total income decrease by 6% on last year (excluding the 

gross-up of wages paid to the School) mainly due to falls in 

SLSNSW and SLSA sponsorship distribution and reduction 

in CDSE grants. Cost of administration rose by 35% mainly 

due to costs incurred in the change to the SLSA database 

system. Expenditure on Rescue Services increased by 

88% due to the introduction of RWC Operations. There 

was also a significant increase on Member Development 

expenditure (731% or $41,000) to Provide Leadership 

Training. 

The main aspect of the Management and Financial Plan 

over the last 3 years has been to provision for the purchase 

of a building. $450,000 of retained earnings has been 

approved by the Board of Management to be used towards 

the purchase of a suitable property. It is anticipated that 

these funds will be expended in the next financial year – 

2007-2008 

The committee is pleased to have again reduced 

membership capitation fees by a further 50% to $1.55. This 

is the second year capitation has been reduced by 50%, 

reduced from $6.50 in 2003-2004. Taking into account the 

increased membership numbers this equates to $109,245 

returned to the clubs over the past two seasons. 

In addition to a sponsorship dividend of $2,146 was paid 

to each club this season; bringing the total sponsorship 

distribution over the three years of the Management and 

Financial Plan to $298,056. Total cash benefit to member 

clubs over the three years was $407,301 

Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Members of 

the Committee. 

Committee Member: Gordon Lang 

Committee Member: Phillip Cullis 


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Balance Sheet 

(As at 31 March 2007) 

2007 2006 

Note $ $ 

Income Statement 

(For the year ended 31 March 2007) 

2007 2006 

$ $ 

Current Assets 

Cash and cash equivalents 425,156 311,915 

Trade and other 

receivables 2 289,909 279,958 

Total Current Assets 715,065 591,873 

Non-Current Assets 

Financial assets 3 1 1 

Property, plant and 

equipment 4 134,454 165,874 

Total Non-Current Assets 134,455 165,875 

Total Assets 849,520 757,748 

Current Liabilities 

Loan – Surf Life Saving School 39,299 – 

Sundry Creditors 18,366 17,840 

Trade Creditors 30,970 54,554 

GST Payable 33,536 27,325 

Employee benefits 5 12,244 7,030 

Total Current Liabilities 134,415 106,749 

Total Liabilities 134,415 106,749 

Net Assets 715,105 650,999 

Members’ Funds 

Retained earnings 6 715,105 650,999 

Total Members’ Funds 715,105 650,999 

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. 

Income 

Sponsorship 571,954 664,108 

Grants 105,366 78,964 

Surf Sports 84,172 62,731 

Fundraising – 19,357 

Fees 22,998 4,5185 

Recoveries 88,315 26,812 

Education – 1,016 

Club Income 29,700 18,741 

Development 1,900 2,191 

Donations 17,092 1,795 

Interest Received 23,150 5,009 

Other income 11,410 13,420 

956,057 939,329 

Expenditure 

Administration Costs 160,208 111,253 

New Building 1,228 41,736 

Club Payments 40,714 47,607 

Depreciation 40,032 41,916 

Education 4,330 8,717 

Employee Benefit Expense 348,282 258,075 

Internal Events 46,711 38,361 

Prior Year Adjustment 10,680 – 

Sponsorship and Marketing 66,817 69,449 

Surf Rescue 54,859 29,085 

Surf Sports 66,489 62,287 

Youth & Membership 

Development 51, 600 6,237 

891,924 714,723 

Profit for the year 64,106 224,606 

Retained earnings at the 

beginning of the financial year 650,999 426,393 


end of the financial year 715,105 650,999 

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. 

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Notes to the Financial Statements 


1. Statement of Significant Accounting Policies 

This financial report is a special purpose financial report 

and it has been prepared in order to satisfy the financial 

reporting requirements of the Associations Incorporation 

Act NSW. The committee has determined that the 

association is not a reporting entity. 

The financial report has been prepared in accordance with 

the requirements of the Associations Incorporation Act and 

the following Australian Accounting Standards: 

AASB 110: 

AASB 116: 

AASB 119: 

AASB 139: 

AASB 1031: 

Events after the Balance Sheet Date 

Property, Plant and Equipment 

Employee Benefits 

Recognition and Measurement of 

Financial Instruments 

Materiality 

No other applicable Accounting Standards or other 

authoritative pronouncements of the Australian Accounting 

Standards Board have been applied. 

The following is a summary of the material accounting 

policies adopted by the association in the preparation 

of this report. Unless otherwise stated, the accounting 

policies are consistent with the previous period. 

Fixed Assets 

Leasehold improvements and office equipment are 

carried at cost less, where applicable, any accumulated 

depreciation. 

The depreciable amount of all fixed assets are depreciated 

over the useful lives of the assets to the association 

commencing from the time the asset is held ready for use. 

Leasehold improvements are amortised over the shorter 

of either the unexpired period of the lease or the estimated 

useful lives of the improvements. 

Financial Assets 

Financial assets are brought to account at cost or 

valuation. Dividends and interests are brought to account 

when received. 

reporting date. Employee benefits expected to be settled 

within one year together with benefits arising from wages 

and salaries, sick leave and annual leave which will be 

settled after one year, have been measured at their 

nominal amount. Other employee benefits payable later 

than one year have been measured at the present value of 

the estimated future cash outflows to be made for those 

benefits. 

Contributions are made to employee superannuation 

funds and are charged as expenses when incurred. All 

employees are entitled to varying levels of benefits on 

retirement, disability or death. The superannuation plans 

or equivalent provide accumulated benefits. Contributions 

are made in accordance with the statutory requirements of 

each jurisdiction. 

Provisions 

Provisions are recognised when the association has a 

present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of 

a past event, it is probable that an outflow of resources 

embodying economic benefits will be required to settle 

the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the 

amount of the obligation. 

2. Trade and Other Receivables 

2007 2006 

$ $ 

Current 

Trade Debtors 286,106 277,504 

Loan – Surf Life Saving School – 2,454 

Rental Deposit Bond 3,803 – 

289,909 279,958 

3. Financial Assets 

2007 2006 

$ $ 

Non-Current 

Shares in Unlisted Companies 1 1 

Employee Benefits 

Provision is made for the liability due to employee benefits 

arising from services rendered by employees to the 

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4. Property, Plant and Equipment 

2007 2006 

$ $ 

Gear Trailer 14,273 14,273 

Less: Accumulated Depreciation (8,296) (5,441) 

5,977 8,832 

Motor Vehicles 56,707 56,707 


42,795 53,002 

Office Furniture & Equipment 98,560 97,633 


37,807 48,481 

Radio Room Equipments 2,500 2,500 

Less: Accumulated Depreciation (1,125) (750) 

1,375 1,750 

Inshore Rescue Boat 48,463 40,779 


31,899 30,858 

Competition Gear 34,699 34,699 


13,950 20,889 

Web-site Development 7,057 7,057 


651 2,062 

Total Property, Plant and 

Equipment 134,454 165,874 

5. Employee Benefits 

2007 2006 

$ $ 

Current 

Provision for Holiday Pay 12,244 7 ,030 

7. Information and Declarations to be furnished 

under the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 

Aggregate gross income and expenditure with appeals: 

Golf day 2007 2006 

$ $ 

Gross Income 15,530 – 

Total Costs (5,126) – 

Net Surplus 10,404 – 

Percentage 33% – 

Declaration to be furnished under the Charitable 

Fundraising Act 1991 

This declaration is made in accordance with the Authority 

Conditions 7(4) and 7(5) issued by the Minister under 

Section 19 of the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 

I, Gordon Lang, President of Surf Life Saving Sydney 

Northern Beaches Inc. declare that in my opinion: 

(a) the financial statements give a true and fair view of all 

income and expenditure of Surf Life Saving Sydney 

Northern Beaches Inc. with respect to fundraising 

appeals; 

(b) the balance sheet give a true and fair view of the state 

of affairs with respect to fundraising appeals; 

(c) the provision of the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991, 

the Regulations under the Act and the conditions 

attached to the Authority have been complied with; 

and 

(d) the internal controls exercised by Sydney Surf Life 

Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Inc. are appropriate 

and effective accounting for all income received 

and applied by the entity from any of its fundraising 

appeals 

6. Retained Earnings 

2007 2006 

$ $ 


beginning of the financial year 650,999 426,393 

Net profit attributable to 

the association 64,106 224,606 


end of the financial year 715,105 650,999 

President: Mr Gordon Lang 


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Independent Audit Report 

To the Members of Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Inc 

Scope 

The Special Purpose Financial Report and Committee’s 

Responsibility 

The financial report comprises the balance sheet, profit 

and loss statement, accompanying notes to the financial 

statements, and the statement by members of the 

committee for Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches 

Inc (the association), for the year ended 31 March 2007. 

The committee of the association is responsible for the 

preparation and true and fair presentation of the financial 

report and have determined that the accounting policies 

used and described in Note 1 to the financial statements 

which form part of the financial report are consistent with 

the financial reporting requirements of the Associations 

Incorporations Act NSW and are appropriate to meet the 

needs of the members. This includes responsibility for the 

maintenance of adequate accounting records and internal 

controls that are designed to prevent and detect fraud 

and error, and for the accounting policies and accounting 

estimates inherent in the financial report. 

so as to present a view which is consistent with our 

understanding of the company’s financial position. These 

policies do not require the application of all Australian 

Accounting Standards and other mandatory professional 

reporting requirements in Australia. No opinion is 

expressed as to whether the accounting policies used, and 

described in Note 1, are appropriate for the needs of the 

members. 

I formed my audit opinion on the basis of these 

procedures, which included: 

· examining, on a test basis, information to provide 

evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the 

financial report, and 

· assessing the appropriateness of the accounting 

policies and disclosures used and the reasonableness of 

significant accounting estimates made by the committee. 

While I considered the effectiveness of management’s 

internal controls over financial reporting when determining 

the nature and extent of our procedures, my audit was not 

designed to provide assurance on internal controls. 

The financial report has been prepared for distribution 

to members for the purpose of fulfilling the committee’s 

financial reporting requirements under the Associations 

Incorporations Act NSW. I disclaim any assumption of 

responsibility for any reliance on this report or on the 

financial report to which it relates to any person other than 

the members, or for any purpose other than that for which 

it was prepared. 

Audit Approach 

I conducted an independent audit in order to express 

an opinion to the members of the association. My audit 

was conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing 

Standards, in order to provide reasonable assurance 

as to whether the financial report is free of material 

misstatement. The nature of an audit is influenced by 

factors such as the use of professional judgment, selective 

testing, the inherent limitations of internal control, and the 

availability of persuasive rather than conclusive evidence. 

Therefore, an audit cannot guarantee that all material 

misstatements have been detected. 

Independence 

In conducting my audit, I followed applicable independence 

requirements of Australian professional ethical 

pronouncements. 

Audit Opinion 

In my opinion, the financial report of Surf Life Saving 

Sydney Northern Beaches Inc presents a true and fair view 

in accordance with the accounting policies described in 

Note 1 to the financial statements, the financial position 

of Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Inc as at 31 

March 2007 and the results of its operations for the year 

then ended. 

Name of Firm: P J Jones & Associates 

Chartered Accountants 

Name of Principal: Paul Jones 

Address: 

Level 11, 75 Miller Street, 

North Sydney NSW 2060 


I performed procedures to assess whether in all material 

respects the financial report presents fairly, in accordance 

with the accounting policies as described in Note 1, 

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Surf Life Saving School Annual Report 

Season 2006-2007 

Business Plan 

The Vision 

The School is recognised as a world leader in surf life 

saving education. 

The Purpose 

The purpose of the School is to deliver safe, trusted and 

recognised surf education 

The Objectives 

· Help to increase club membership, particularly Nippers 

and Cadets 

· Provide a resource for use by Clubs, Board of Education 

& Assessment and Youth & Membership Development 

· Fulfill the SLSA constitutional objective of community 

education (in the Northern Sydney area) 

· Create a profile for Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern 

Beaches 

The Centre of Gravity 

The centre of gravity for the School is its reputation (safe, 

trusted and recognised authority in Surf Education). 

Business Model 

· Focus on area of expertise – the delivery of Surf Safety 

Education 

· Utilise partners for Sales and Marketing and 

other supporting activities 

· Utilise the Branch for administrative support 

· Separate legal entity from the Branch (not for profit, 

proprietary limited company owned by the Branch) 

· Employ casual staff as instructors, recruiting from Surf 

Clubs 

Staff 

Martin Phillips, Chief Executive Officer 

Johl Storey (Bilgola), Manager 

Sandy Menzies (Newport), Special Needs Program 

Coordinator 

Samantha Black (Long Reef/Bilgola), Team Leader 

Leanne Budd (Newport), Team Leader 

Matthew Bealey (Collaroy), Team Leader 

Carolyn Hayes (Newport), Team Leader 

Jess Wethered (Freshwater), Instructor 

Frank Gates (North Curl Curl), Instructor 

Justin Sharkey (Dee Why), Instructor 

Nathan McCullum (Collaroy), Instructor 

Nikki Sedgwick (Bilgola), Instructor 

Kieran Menzies (Newport), Instructor 

Jessica Menzies (Newport), Instructor 

Brett Macpherson (Bilgola), Instructor 

Erica Wood (Long Reef), Instructor 

Megan Tanner (North Steyne), Instructor 

Patricia Thomas (North Steyne), Instructor 

Shane Stewart (Long Reef), Instructor 

Adam Truggot (North Steyne), Instructor 

Cameron Bealey (North Narrabeen), Instructor 

Ben Neighbour (North Stenye), Instructor 

Ben Kirby (Freshwater), Instructor 

Thank you to all SLSS staff for a job well done and 

congratulations to all those staff members who won 

numerous State and Branch Awards this past season. 

Programs Overview 

In its third year of operation the School ran the following 

programs. 

Surf Smart 

A classroom based program for Primary schools. The 

children are involved in a series of activities which give 

them and understanding of the beach dangers, they 

are able to identify the Surf Safety Tips, understand 

self survival and recognise beach signs, Lifesavers and 

Lifeguards. 

Surf Awareness 

A practical half day program held at a local beach which 

provides participants an active learning experience on the 

beach and in the surf. Suitable for Primary School Children 

and Secondary School to year nine. The students learn: 

· Understand and acknowledge beach dangers 

· Identify the Surf Safety Tips 

· Understand and utilise self survival techniques 

· Recognise beach signs and the beach environment 

· Understand the role of Lifesavers and Lifeguards 

The Surf Awareness is also adapted for a dedicated 

Special Needs Program which is offered free of charge to 

Students. 

Stewart House 

A dedicated program run on a weekly basis free of charge 

for the students of Stewart House School. The Stewart 

House Program is adapted from the Surf Awareness 

Program. 

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Surf Life Saving School Annual Report 

Season 2006-2007 (cont.) 

Surf Survival Certificate (SSC) 

An SLSA qualification for High School students which they 

require to participate in Surfing as a school sport. The 

program incorporates many of the elements of the Surf 

Rescue Certificate. 

Comparison of 2005-2006 and 

2006-2007 

Program Participation 

Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC) 

This is an intensive 3 day program that provides Secondary 

students with an SLSA qualification. The program provides 

students with the skills and knowledge to become a surf 

lifesaver. 

Bronze Medallion 

The core award for all surf lifesavers is offered in this 

intensive 5 day program. Participants develop a high level 

of knowledge and skill that ready them for becoming part 

of the surf lifesaving team. 

Holiday Program 

A consolidated nipper program run in the school holidays 

mainly for those children not involved in Club Nippers 

Business on the Beach 

Business on the Beach is the product name for the 

School’s corporate activity days. The activities are based 

on Surf Life Saving and Beach culture. The programs are 

offered in conjunction with Surf Club hall hire. 

Active After School Program 

The Active After-school Communities (AASC) program 

is a national program that provides primary school aged 

children with access to structured physical activities in the 

after hours timeslot. The Surf Life Saving School programs 

are designed to engage inactive children and build links 

with our community based organisation. It is through these 

initiatives that we hope to increase the opportunities for 

ongoing participation in our local schools 

Summary of Student Numbers 

(1st July 06 – 30th June 07) 

COURSE 

TOTAL 

Surf Smart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,068 

Surf Awareness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,540 

Special Needs (Surf Awareness) . . . . . . . . 34 

Stewart House (Surf Awareness) . . . . .1,395 

Surf Survival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 

Surf Rescue Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 

Bronze Medallion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 

Holiday Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 

Business on the Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 

Active After School Program . . . . . . . . . . .115 

TOTAL 5,927 

SS SA SN SH SSC SRC BM HP BB AAS 

Courses 

Sponsors and Donors 

Golden Stave Foundation 

2005/2006 

2006/2007 

The Golden Stave Foundation was formed in 1990 as 

a not-for-profit Trust Fund for the purpose of providing 

money, property or benefits to funds, authorities or 

institutions, endorsed as Deductible Gift Recipients, 

which contribute towards the relief of poverty, destitution, 

sickness, helplessness and misfortune amongst persons 

and particularly children suffering from physical, intellectual 

and emotional disabilities. 

The Golden Stave Foundation for the third year running 

made a generous grant to the Surf Life Saving School for 

the provision of Surf Safety Education of disadvantaged 

children. The grant is used to run a program for Stewart 

House and we are very grateful for their ongoing support 

Energy Australia 

Energy Australia have been a sponsor of Surf Life Saving 

on Sydney’s Northern Beaches for many years. In addition 

to the sponsorship of the volunteer Lifesavers, Energy 

Australia also sponsor the Special Needs Program. This 

sponsorship allows the provision of free surf education to 

special needs schools throughout the Sydney Region. 

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Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Enterprises Pty Ltd 

ABN. 78 110 568 771 

Balance Sheet 

(As at 31 March 2007) 

2007 2006 

$ $ 

Current Assets 

Cash and cash equivalents 4,065 11,640 

Trade and other receivables 54,597 6,671 

Total Current Assets 58,662 18,311 

Total Assets 58,662 18,311 

Current Liabilities 

Loan - SLS Sydney 

Northern Beaches Inc – 2,453 

Sundry Creditors 1,436 1,822 

Provision for Income Tax 12,957 – 

Total Current Liabilities 14,393 4,275 

Total Liabilities 14,393 4,275 

Net Assets 44,269 14,036 

Equity 

Issued capital 

1 Fully Paid Ordinary Share of $1 1 1 

Retained earnings 44,268 14,035 

Total Equity 44,269 14,036 

Profit & Loss Statement 


Income 

2007 2006 

$ $ 

Community Course Fees 66,892 84,220 

Business Programmes 1,800 – 

Other Courses 1,660 – 

Grants 55,000 500 

Sponsorship 30,000 30,000 

Donations 3,122 180 

Interest Received 90 558 

158,564 115,458 

Expenses 

Accountancy Fees – 1,230 

Advertising and Marketing 1,800 23,444 

Awards 1,115 136 

Bank Charges 1,149 117 

Contracted Employees Costs 78,763 – 

Consultancy Fees – 130 

Fees & Permits 1,068 282 

Filing Fees – 212 

Gear and Equipment 2,025 4,058 

Manuals & Periodicals 7,362 2,255 

Parking and Tolls 59 150 

Salaries & Wages 20,707 79,518 

Staff Training & Welfare 305 378 

Superannuation Contributions 603 3,956 

Telephone 418 468 

115,374 116,334 

Profit (Loss) before income tax 43,190 (876) 

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Manly LSC 

As President of the Manly LSC it fills me with a great sense 

of pleasure to state that no lives were lost on our beach 

this past patrolling season. 

The club welcomes the increase in the stipend from 

the Manly Council. With the growing running costs, this 

assistance is appreciated. We would hope that the Council 

continue to be open to further grant assistance. Manly 

LSC is also working towards leading edge IT facilities, 

with a new website and online shopping facility in the 

development stage. If successful, we would be happy to 

share our work and experience with other Clubs to save 

them starting from scratch. 

The Manly LSC is enormously proud of our Nippers. As 

branch champions their eye is firmly set on the State titles 

next year. Parents, Age Managers, coaches and kids are 

enjoying their participation. Nipper sponsors have delighted 

in their growing profile. 

A job well done by SLSSNB President Tony Haven and 

his Executive in implementing the goals of the 21 NB 

clubs. We at Manly LSC appreciate their dedication. To 

our sponsors, who once again were generous with not 

only their dollar commitment, but with the products they 

offer to our members. The Signet Manly LSC Carnival was 

again a huge success. With approx. 3000 competitors 

on our beach it was a grand sight. Maybe one day soon 

the National Titles may revisit our beach. We would also 

like to thank all Branch officials for their dedication to the 

sport. From a club perspective our calendar was a full one. 

Not only the scheduled competitive events, but an ever 

increasing Bronze Medallion commitment/IRB training/ 

defib cources/carnival official courses etc etc. 

Our ‘Cole Classic’ swim ,the famous Manly Wharf Hotel 2K 

swim and of course the ‘heart breaking’ Manly Wharf Hotel 

Soft Sand Classic are also hosted and run by our volunteer 

members, god love them. 


The 2006-07 season has seen North Steyne continue to 

build on the successes of previous years. 

As the senior club of the Branch we were proud to conduct 

the Branch Championships in our Centenary Year. The 

carnival ran smoothly, and no amount of rough surf or 

swarms of bluebottles could quell the enthusiasm of our 

members to conduct the event to the standard required. 

I must mention the tireless work of all carnival officials, 

without whom nothing would happen. 

North Steyne represented Surf Lifesaving New South 

Wales as the state nomination for Australian Club Of The 

Year. Although unsuccessful we are confident that the 

continued improvements in all facets of the club will stand 

us in good stead for the future. 

The cost of Lifesaving continues to increase, and we were 

fortunate this season to receive a substantial increase in 

council subsidy. This along with a splendid rapport with 

Council Lifeguards makes our job so much easier and we 

thank Manly Council for all their assistance. 

The strength of membership at North Steyne continues to 

grow. Our improving results in competition and the fact that 

we can again report (for the 100th year in succession) that 

no lives were lost whilst patrols were on duty is testament 

to dedication of members. 

As we look forward to our second century of service to the 

community, I am proud to report that North Steyne Surf 

Life Saving Club is again on the rise and prepared to face 

the challenges ahead. 

Simon Fry 

President 

In summary, the Manly LSC is Manly. Our goals and 

objectives are to “be of service”, not only to the beach 

going public, but to the community in general. Thank you 

in the service. 

Tony Bonner 

President 

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Queenscliff Surf Club had another successful patrolling 

season. Excellent results were obtained in the Patrol 

competition, with many thanks to Jim Ashton, Matt Press 

and Kay and Geoff Lyall. 

This season saw an increase of Nippers, totalling 564 

altogether. Many thanks to the new nipper committee 

members and coaches. Special thanks to James Boyce, 

Tim Hayes, Kath Shearsby and Sally Hayes. Every Sunday 

morning the beach was covered in red and Blue. The 

season was one of mixed emotions, losing two of our 

oldest Life Members, Stuart Somerville and Ken Risby. 

We also suffered the loss of Syd Brooks, who was our 

oldest member. 

The Club again excelled in a number of community 

activities including the Oxfam Walk against Poverty, Manly 

Council Bike Ride, The red Shield appeal, City to Surf fun 

run and the Sydney Morning Herald half marathon. In the 

competition arena at the Nationals, The Club had a solid 

result with Laura Shorter winning the U/19 Beach Sprint 

and also a bronze medallist in the U/19 Beach Relay team. 

Emma Parsons won silver in the U/19 ski and Saxon Bird a 

bronze in the U/17 iron man race. Queenscliff showed their 

overall strength, winning the Branch and State Life Saver 

Relay Championships and coming fifth at Nationals. The 

Girls open boat crew won the Ocean Thunder series. 

The Club hosted their annual Open and Junior Carnival. 

Both days were a great success and the Club is indebted 

to the workers, patrol personnel, medical team, IRB drivers, 

crews, and officials. Many thanks to the Branch for their 

continued support with both of these events. 

Many thanks to the clubs major sponsors, Manly 

Warringah Credit Union – Boats, Balgowlah RSL – Youth 

Development, AMP – Life Saving and Macquarie 

Goodman – Touring. 

Many thanks to Branch Sponsors. Thanks to Branch 

President, Tony Haven. We wish Tony the very best in 

his new position as Deputy President for Surf Life Saving 

NSW. To CEO Martin Phillips, their executive and office 

staff, we appreciate your input and thank you for your 

continued support and guidance throughout the season. 


Freshwater SLSC has again had an outstanding season in 

both Patrols and Competition. 

This year has seen Club Captain, Paul Milinkovic and 

Chief Instructor Dave Torvell spend a large amount of time 

putting into place a number of processes to address our 

short comings that were evident with our patrols from 

last year. Paul and David with the assistance of others 

have put into place a training program that has enabled 

the club to move forward. The club has been able to train 

many Bronze and SRC applicants, the basis of patrolling 

the beach. Paul then encouraged a number of members 

to obtain their Silver Medallion. This year also saw a 

large increase in members training for their IRB drivers 

certificate, an area in which we lacked number last year. 

On the competition arena we again showed why 

Freshwater SLSC is one of Australia’s premier clubs. We 

continually perform at a high standard at Branch, State 

and Australian level. A top 15 finish at the National’s in 

Perth was a fitting conclusion to our summer competition. 

The performance of our team events, especially in the age 

catagories is encouraging for the years to come. 

Our Australia Day carnival and Masters events were as 

always a great day for all that attended. 

To our Major Sponsor Harbord Beach Hotel, Carnival 

Sponsor Macquarie Bank Sport, A1 Printer Master, 

Mounties Group and Bendigo Bank and our other 

sponsor’s your support enables Freshwater SLSC to patrol 

the beach as we have done for nearly 100 years. 

To the Branch run by Tony Haven, Martin Phillips and their 

respective teams all the members of Freshwater SLSC 

thank you for your efforts in continually supporting us. The 

Branch has assisted all the clubs from Manly to Nth Palm 

Beach by gaining and keeping a number of sponsors that 

benefit us all. To Coke a Cola, DHL, Energy Aust etc your 

support is there for all Surf Clubs and their members. 

John Swan 

President 

Danny White. 

President. 

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It gives me great pleasure to report another successful 

season for our club. Our patrolling members did an 

exceptional job last season, and although the beach was 

closed 157 times we still managed to log 16 effective 

rescues and put in over 3,200 patrol hours. 

On the award side the Club experienced one of the best 

years ever. This comes as a result of the large numbers of 

kids and parents that continue to come through from our 

Junior Activity ranks along with new members that want 

a little piece of the action down at Curly. Again South Curl 

Curl’s Senior Club and Junior Activity Club grew, which is 

representative of the hard work our committee puts into 

this area. In 1999 membership stood at roughly 215, today 

it’s close to or just over 500 which is very pleasing indeed. 

On the competition side the Club continued its success 

in the boat arena, winning medals at Branch, State and 

Australian titles plus we had members represent the 

Branch and the State team at the Australian Surfboat 

Rowers League. 

The Club’s social calendar and trip away to Lake Tabourie 

are proving popular, it just can’t be all work and no play 

and its great see all sections of the Club mix and share 

some quality time together down the far south coast. At an 

administrative level, the Club continues to prosper on the 

platform laid by the Committee over the last seven years. 

We are financially sound and have a great relationship 

with all of our sponsors in particular Harbord Beach Hotel 

and the Harbord Diggers, Mounties group. Our working 

relationship with the Branch, Warringah Council and our 

professional lifeguards is also very healthy. 

On behalf of the members of South Curl Curl I wish 

everyone a well earned rest over the winter season 

because there will be more of the same next year. The year 

of the Lifesaver was certainly one to remember but next 

year will be even bigger as the Club heads into its Ninetieth 

year, holds its Food and Wine Festival and annual Biathlon, 

it’s all good. 


The 100th year of Life Saving and our 85th season of North 

Curl Curl Surf Life Saving Club were celebrated with the 

Snowy Huston Testimonial lunch on his 90th birthday. Our 

club’s goal this season was to increase our overall position 

at our Branch, State and Australian championships which 

was achieved with outstanding individual and team results 

throughout our club including the Branch Handicap Point 

Score Award and Michael Kember, Louis Tassone and 

Kevin Martin for their individual Branch awards. 

Thanks goes out to Mr. Dick Persson and staff at 

Warringah Council, the Department of Sport and 

Recreation, Surf Life Saving NSW and Mr. David Barr 

MP for their great assistance to helping with our building 

renovation this season. 

Congratulations to the 2006-7 elected Board of Directors 

for their professionalism, our life members for putting in a 

big year around the club and all our patrolling members for 

their dedicated service to Life Saving. 

Big thanks go to our instructors & examiners who 

work tirelessly training and educating our new and old 

volunteers. Without them we would not have achieved our 

large number of patrolling members. Also to our officials for 

their effort throughout the season at carnivals. 

I would like to thank all our sponsors at Nth Curl Curl SLSC 

for their contributions and support throughout the season. 

Our major sponsors, Your Styles Designer Homes, BT 

Finance Group and Dee Why RSL have allowed us to equip 

our club with modern surf life saving technology. 

A big thank you goes to Tony Haven, Martin Phillips and 

the Branch staff for their continued support throughout the 

season. Our club expresses our appreciation to all SNB 

sponsors for supporting surf life saving. 

David Murray 

President 

Charles Longley 

President 

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Dee Why SLSC 

During the 2007 Year of the Life Saver the club was 

pleased with the public recognition it received and for the 

generous support from its sponsors. 

At the Australia Day celebrations on 26 January, two of 

our club members were honoured. Brooke Listberger 

(Branch Junior Life Saver of the Year in 2006) was invited 

to speak at the Council’s celebrations on the Dee Why 

Beach promenade. On this occasion Trish Newton was also 

honoured in being named the Dee Why RSL volunteer of 

the year. At the Branch’s Awards evening Marianne (Maz) 

Troop and Gary (Gaz) Beauchamp received distinguished 

service awards and Adrienne Lowe (nominated for Volunteer 

of the Year) and David ‘Sinkers’ Sinclair (nominated for 

Official of the Year) were highly commended. 

Club members were actively involved in local community 

activities including the Australia Day Breakfast and 

Havaianas Thong Challenge record attempt at Dee Why 

beach, Pub to Pub (Dee Why to Newport) Fun Run, the 

Beach to Bush Education Programme for country schools, 

the Surf Awareness Programme at the Royal Easter Show, 

mock IRB rescue demonstrations at the Family Fun Day 

at Darling Harbour for the Australian National Maritime 

Museum and the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal at 

Warringah Mall. The four rounds of the Ocean Thunder Surf 

Boat Series were held at Dee Why and the club conducted 

its traditional 2K Swim and Biathlon in February. 

After seven years of negotiations with Warringah Council 

the new extensions for the club house are to get under way 

in the next twelve months following approval of a twenty 

one year lease by the Department of Local Government and 

the agreement for lease being signed by Council in May. 

The club also wishes to thank the Sydney Northern Beach 

Branch past president Tony Haven and its CEO Martin 

Phillips for their support, and wishes the new President 

Gordon Lang and new Vice-President Doug Menzies every 

success for the forthcoming season. 


On behalf of the members of Long Reef SLSC I wish to 

congratulate Tony Haven, the President of SLSSNB, for 

another outstanding year at the helm of our organisation. 

SLSSNB’s success is a true credit to all members at 

Branch level and to our 21 SLS Clubs. 

SLSSNB is supported by many generous organisations. 

Long Reef SLSC wishes to specifically thank Coke-a-Cola, 

DHL, Warringah Mall and Energy Australia. It is a pleasure 

to work in partnership with your organisations to deliver 

truly world class beach management and rescue services 

in this the Year of the Surf Life Saver. 

The 2006/7 Surf Life Season has been another very 

successful one for Long Reef SLSC. Our beach patrols 

have performed extremely well and our Nippers grow from 

strength to strength. 

Youth and membership development continue to be 

specific focal points for the Club along with refining our 

skills through life saving competition. It is particularly to 

heartening to see increased participation in almost all areas 

and a healthy sprinkle of success. 

On 4 November 2006, the founder of Long Reef SLSC, 

Rob Urquhart passed away. It is hard to imagine just what 

it was like for Rob to grab a handful of his best mates some 

57 years ago and decide to start our Club, what a truly 

magnificent thing to do. 

Rob was a true lifesaver in all senses of the word and firmly 

believed that mateship and proudly wearing the Long Reef 

cap were very important things in Club life. It is pleasing to 

know that Rob is now peacefully keeping an eye on us all 

down at Longy where we will all do our very best to live by 

his example. 

Rob Pearson 

President 

Allen Lakeman 

President 

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Collaroy SLSC 

I am pleased to report 2006-07, the Year of the Surf 

Life Saver as a most successful and eventful season for 

Collaroy Surf Life Saving Club in the areas of lifesaving, 

education, competition, administration and community 

support. 

Patrols, which are our prime responsibility, have been 

completed to a high standard and congratulations go to the 

Club Captain, Luke Hochkins, to the Senior Vice Captains 

and Patrol Captains as well as all patrolling members on 

providing such a valuable service to the community. 

Surf life saving education again received a high priority and 

the Club’s thanks are extended to Greg MacMahon and his 

assistants for the huge amount of time and effort that they 

devoted in this regard. 

This season our Club hosted three surf carnivals including 

the NSW Endurance Championships as well as our 

traditional Senior/Junior and East Coast Masters carnivals 

and our thanks are again extended to the Branch Officials 

who supported these events. 

In March, 120 Collaroy members undertook a memorable 

tour to Scarborough Beach W.A. for the Australian 

Championships. We are very much indebted to Team 

Manager Geoff Small and his Touring Team Committee for 

the effort, detail and time commitment that ensured the 

tour was such a resounding success. 

At the recent Branch Presentation Night, Collaroy SLSC 

performed well, being recognised as the Most Outstanding 

Club in Surf Sports and placing a creditable 4th in the 

Most Outstanding Club Competition. In addition, four 

Collaroy members were awarded Distinguished Service 

Membership of Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches. 

Congratulations go to Paul Booth, Paul de Kort, Chris 

Montgomery and Col Newman on this worthy recognition 

of your many combined years of dedicated service. 

I would especially like to thank all of the Club’s generous 

Sponsors and Donors, without whose assistance we could 

not continue to function as we do. I would also like to thank 

the elected officials and officers of the Branch for their 

assistance during the season. 

David Perry 

President 


Well another successful season was had here at South 

Narrabeen. This year is a huge year for us as not only 

do we all celebrate 100 years of the life saver, but here 

at South Narrabeen we also celebrated our 85th year 

patrolling our part of the beach. 

This year we again hosted 34 Aboriginal children from 

Brewarrina. This was the second year we have done so, 

and illustrates that we are more than just a surf club, we 

part of a wider community. 

This year we had 5 surfboat crews compete at carnivals 

with some good results achieved. The “Boaties” are very 

important part of South Narrabeen. Our nipper contingent 

continues to grow with a strong showing in the local 

carnivals. This year we collected silver and a bronze medal 

at the Branch Championships. Thanks again to all those 

who wore the orange cap proudly this year. 

To all our valued Sponsors, we sincerely thank you. 

Some of you have no affiliation with us other than the 

fact you know someone or just wish to be involved with 

a communal organisation. Our work would not go ahead 

without you and your support. 

To this year’s committee, well again another big thank you 

must go to you all. The hours of time which goes mostly 

unrewarded but we know who does what. As we know, it is 

all the behind the scenes stuff which keeps our club healthy. 

To the life members of whom we have still a few hanging 

around, we very much appreciate the efforts from you over 

a long period of time. We think very highly of you all and 

welcome your involvement whenever you see fit. This is our 

club made up many special people, remember that. 

Last but not least, thank you to our patrolling members. 

Our first job is to keep the members and visitors to South 

Narrabeen safe. We have again done that this year under at 

times difficult circumstances. To the new members, a very 

warm welcome and I hope you get as much enjoyment out 

of being part of this club as I do for many years to come. 

In conclusion, we are affiliated with probably the best run 

branch in Australia. 

Steve Maxwell 

President 

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The 2006-07 season has seen another very successful 

year for our club. As a result of the efforts and contributions 

made by all our members the Club was awarded 3rd place 

in the Sydney Northern Beaches Branch “Most Outstanding 

Club” award. Our 97 patrolling members spent 3,472 patrol 

hours ensuring the safety of the surfing public at Narrabeen 

Beach, including 9 rescues, 152 first aid treatments and 214 

preventative actions. David Cook’s 88 patrol hours and his 

training and administrative assistance saw him win both the 

“Patrol Person of the Year” and “Club Person of the Year” 

awards – well done and congratulations, David. 

Again, under the direction of Richard Whipp, the Club’s 

onging focus on education and training saw our members 

achieve numerous awards. On behalf of the Club, I thank 

Richard and the other members of the Board of Lifesaving 

and Education. 

Two of the Club’s long standing members deserve special 

congratulations for their recent honours. Ross Tester was 

awarded Life Membership and Steve Price a Distinguished 

Service Award by Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern 

Beaches Branch. 

Our junior members also had a great season and the Club 

records its appreciation of the tremendous work done by 

Claire McManaway and her committee in her final year as 

Junior Activities Chairperson. The 2006-07 season saw an 

influx of new competitors in all categories including Masters, 

Seniors and Juniors. I would like to thank our Director of Surf 

Sports, Robert Buckton, and his Board for their outstanding 

efforts. I also congratulate all our competitors on their 

achievements with particular recognition of Mick Moran for his 

gold medal success and “Competitor of the Year Award”. 

Our club remains in a strong financial and administrative 

position. On behalf of our Club members I wish to record our 

great appreciation to our major Club sponsor, Dee Why RSL, 

and the major Branch sponsors Coca-Cola, DHL and Energy 

Australia along with all our other contributors and sponsors. 

I would also like to express thanks and appreciation to the 

Branch Executive and staff and, in particular, to say thank 

you to the immediate past President Tony Haven for his 

outstanding contribution over many years and farewell. 

Tracey Lake 

President 


Luke Fittock, our Director of Lifesaving, with the 

assistance of his two deputies Mat Gardiner and Rhys 

Blackburn, has produced an excellent number of patrols, 

all of which are of a very high standard. Our patrolling 

members have been punctual and very enthusiastic, 

with 100% attendances the norm. There were no major 

incidents, and the co-operation between the Council Life 

Guards and our patrols, was exemplary. 

This season our 90 Year History Book was released. 

It is an extremely well produced article, taking our 

three authors several years to complete. They are 

Robert Parkhill, Ken Brown, and Bill Barnett, all life 

members, whose combined involvement with the North 

Narrabeen Surf Club totals nearly 200 years. The Book 

is approximately 450 pages long and contains over 500 

photographs, detailing the history of North Narrabeen, 

from the earliest settlers, up to 2002-2003. There are 

many facts and figures, but there are also numerous 

stories and anecdotes, which makes the book very reader 

friendly. Copies are available at $60 each. 

The Billabong Pro Surfing Classic was again held in 

January, with all parties declaring it a great success. The 

publicity generated by this event is of enormous benefit 

to the Club, and the relationship between the Surfing 

fraternity and the Club, is a major plus to the Surf Life 

Saving movement. 

Our western deck was finally approved and in the coming 

months, a wheelchair friendly access to the deck, and 

therefore Club house, will be finally completed. 

Competitively, the season was solid with many 

members being involved at all levels of competition. In 

particular, our under 17 Ladies Surf Team was first in 

the State Championships and second at the Australian 

Championships in Scarborough. 

A team of about 70 attended the Aussies and were 

enthusiastic about the opportunity to travel in a group and 

experience a very well run carnival. The fact that a new 

venue was selected is to be applauded as it generated 

great interest and team spirit. 

James Shearer 

President 

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On behalf of Warriewood SLSC I would like to thank 

Tony Haven and the Branch Executive for their support 

throughout the season 06-07. 

Warriewood has had another successful year with patrolling 

our beach and this is credited to our Chief instructor Beverly 

Tilbury from her past efforts and again training another 

successful year of new bronze and SRC members 

We have enjoyed a season with minor incidents, yet we still 

have ongoing problems with people jumping off the blow 

hole, with two incidents this year that without Warriewood 

patrolling member’s vigilance of this area could have 

been fatal if not for the quick response and prevention of 

situations escalating. 

To all our dedicated members our trainers, committees, 

patrolling members, social committees a big thank you for 

all your tireless efforts over the past season. 

A big thank you also to all our sponsors especially 

Pittwater RSL for there continued support. As the costs 

of running surf clubs is ever increasing our sponsor’s 

assistance is invaluable. 

Congratulations to our members who were nominated 

by the club and received awards at the annual Sydney 

Northern beaches awards. 

Our nippers enjoyed another successful season, with 

fantastic results at the branch championships, and large 

numbers participating each weekend a great result from 

Jenny Murphy, Steve Malone all our age managers and 

water safety. 

Thank you to everyone for your support throughout the year 

especially Vickie Dyer, and a successful year for 06–07. 


2006-2007 was yet again another successful season 

in which we continued our proud record, of patrolling 

Mona Vale Beach. Congratulations to all of our patrolling 

members and captains for their diligence over the season. 

This year we had an unprecedented number of individuals 

and companies who contributed to the clubs needs and 

we sincerely appreciate your valuable assistance. A special 

thanks to Unomedical for their particular support. 

To this years committee and individuals, another thanks. 

The many hours of your personal time reflects the 

enthusaium that is seen around the club and on the beach. 

This year, we had another successful year competing at the 

many carnivals! The Cadet boat crew backed up again with 

another State Gold. Our masters contingent continue their 

success and more impotantly the Nippers still maintaine 

their compeditive edge. 

We are also very proud that the following members were 

recognized at the recent Branch awards night. Natalie 

Reeves for winning, Female Youth Patrol Person of the Year 

and Alan Mason, a special commendation for Volunteer of 

the Year. For the second year running we also represented 

the branch at the state Junior Live Saver of the Year 

program. Congratulations to Angus Busuttil and Katie 

Williams on a job well done. 

As we enter our 85th year of service to the community, 

sincere thanks to all of the Mona Vales members and I 

encourage your active involvement for many years to come. 

John Woods 

President 

Matt Sheridan 

President 

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Bungan SLSC 

Another year on the beach has come to an end. For a small 

club like Bungan I believe we have had a great season. 

This year has been our biggest in terms of Bronzes in the 

history of the club as well as probably our best ever year in 

training new IRB drivers. This puts us into a great position 

going forward into the next season. 

On the competition front, our boat crews had another good 

season with the Girls crew winning the Australian Open 

at Lorne. The other crews performed well, but the results 

didn’t add up to the expectations everyone had on the 

crews. It was also great to see the masters rowing at the 

Aussies in Perth. The club thanks our boat sponsor Reilly & 

Sons for their continued support. 

On the building front – at long last we finally have an interim 

certificate of occupancy, so that we can start to utilise the 

building as a real club house rather than simply a storage 

facility. In a small club, the growing requirements on our 

lifesavers are becoming harder to manage every year. 

So it was great this season to see some of our younger 

members step-up and take on extra responsibilities, which 

has helped tremendously on the training front and in the 

areas of administration and organization of patrols. This 

has helped to improve the professionalism on the beach 

and across all aspects of the club’s operation. 

We can not survive without our club sponsors: I would 

especially thank Pittwater RSL and the NSW Premiers 

Office for their support over the past season. I would 

particularly like to thank the following Bungan people 

for their assistance over the course of the 2006 season: 

Club Captain Col Rae, Deputy President Ken Trembath, 

Treasurer Tony Bryant, Sacha Dawson, Marc Langenfeld 

our Chief Instructor – you guys have done a fantastic job 

this season. Also thanks to the branch assessors who 

assisted us this season – particularly, Grant Dargue, Bern 

Howard, Steve Faddy and Michelle Rae. Also, our thanks 

go to the staff at SLS Sydney Northern Beaches and to 

the branch sponsors: Coke, DHL and Waringah Mall for 

their ongoing support. 

Newport SLSC 

Another season on the beach has again flown by. I would 

like to thank all of the members of our Club for their 

contributions in 2006-07. The efforts of the committee, our 

patrolling members, our competitors and all those who fit in 

between who make my job so much easier. I’ve been very 

proud to be your President. 

Our activities this season have been many and varied, and 

included the following: 

In competition, this season we have again fielded one 

of the largest and diversified set of competitors in the 

Club’s history, covering most disciplines and culminating 

with approx. 30 Masters Competitors, and 30 Open 

competitors competing at the Australian Championships at 

Scarborough in W.A. 

Newport has held a number of major events on the beach 

this season, including Round 2 of the SNB Boat Series 

in October, the Northern Beaches SLS Junior Carnival in 

January, as well as our fourth successful ‘Pool to Peak’ 

Ocean Swim in February. 

Our trainers have been extremely active with significant 

numbers of our members successfully undertaking a 

range of awards, with the result that the Club gained 

an additional 172 new awards, including 62 Bronze 

Medallions and 27 SRC’s. 

Newport’s highly successful Special Needs Nippers Squad 

ran again this season, giving these inspirational kids the 

opportunity to enjoy what most of us take for granted. A 

change to the format this year saw us integrate this group 

to the regular Nipper timeslot, with great success. We hope 

next year to be able to run 2 age groups concurrently for 

the entire Nippers season. 

I look forward to seeing you all on the beach next season. 

Doug Menzies 

President 

Rod McGibbon 

President 

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Bilgola SLSC 

This last season has now passed and we are busy 

preparing for the next, once again we had another 

successful season, thanks to the viligence of the patrols 

and the dedication of our beach management team under 

the direction of our Club Captain Peter Tomkins. To all our 

patrol captains and patrolling members , thank you for a 

job well done. This year we put through almost double 

our awards from last season and the credit for this goes 

to a great and dedicated team of instructors. Well done all 

involved, it was a wonderful achievement. 

I would like to thank our management committee and 

Nipper Sub-committee for their selfless and tireless efforts 

over the season, it has been a privilege and a pleasure to 

work with you all. 

In the competition area we won many major titles 

throughout the year in the boat area, congratulations to 

all the crews involved for your efforts and results achieved 

this season. 

We were all thrilled when on Australia Day , the mayor of 

Pittwater announced that our nominees, James Chant and 

Kristen Raper were named as Pittwater’s Citizen and Junior 

Citizen of the Year and Louise Edgley received special 

recognition for her work in our community. Congatulations 

to you all. Well deserved. Our Ocean swim was our biggest 

for over five years and once again we hosted the first boat 

carnival of our season, both great days for our club. 

We would like to thank our great club sponsors Natures 

Way Vitamins, The Good Guys of Chatswood, The Royal 

Motor Yacht Club together with Branch sponsors Coca 

Cola, Energy Australia, DHL, fgi, and Warringah Mall. Your 

support is really appreciated and does make a difference. 

Finally, we would like to thank the branch executive and 

staff for all their help during the year, and in particular to 

outgoing President Tony Haven who certainly must go 

down as one of the most outstanding presidents this 

branch has ever had. 

Graham Foran 

President 

Avalon SLSC 

With another season under our belts, I am happy to report 

that it has passed without any major incidents on the 

beach. However, that probably means that we are getting 

closer to that incident that will truly test our life saving skills. 

There is a general awareness within the Club at present of 

the need to prepare us for that inevitable incident. Thanks 

to Terry Barber and his fellow instructors, our bronze 

holder numbers continue to increase at a greater rate than 

the numbers departing and retiring, and the number of 

members putting their hand up for additional awards is at 

an all time high. As a result every patrolling member had at 

least one less rostered patrol this year than last year. 

The Club this year introduced an internal inspection 

regime where every patrol was inspected by an internal 

assessment team led by Club Life Member Peter Akehurst. 

This has proved a great success in enhancing the skills of 

our patrols. Congratulations to Max Watt a Life Member 

with a 60 year service record on being presented with the 

Manly Daily Centenary Medal for “Services of Character” to 

the community. 

On the competition front, it was pleasing to see some of 

our ski paddlers take on the responsibility for organising 

the Lion Island Challenge Ocean Ski Race. The success of 

that venture, bankrolled by the sponsorship from engin and 

Ray White Real Estate Palm Beach, has given a fillip to the 

Club, as one of the smaller ones, to get more involved with 

the Carnival Programme, and we hope to increase it next 

season by running a board event and a Boat Carnival. 

We cannot patrol the beach or compete without 

the support of our sponsors. In appreciation, we at 

Avalon would like to thanks the Branch sponsors, 

Coca Cola, DHL, Energy Australia, Warringah Mall and 

Pittwater Council, and our ongoing Club sponsors, 

Avalon Beach RSL Club, Coastalwatch, North Avalon 

Cellars, Herfort’s Chemist and engin. 

Finally, on behalf of Avalon Beach SLSC, I would like 

to thank Tony Haven for his work as Sydney Northern 

Beaches President, and congratulate him on his 

appointment as Deputy President of Surf Life Saving NSW. 

Tony, CEO Martin Phillips, the executive and staff have done 

an excellent job supporting the Northern Beaches Clubs. 

Wilson Gamble 

President 

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2006-2007 has been another wonderful season on all 

fronts. The weather was dry and hot, attracting large 

crowds to our beautiful beach. Our membership is now 

460, an increase of 11% including 344 patrolling members, 

an increase of 23%. Water safety was maintained at a high 

level with 345 preventative actions which is an increase of 

25% over last season. Rescues came down from 47 to 9 

this season and this is very pleasing. Whale Beach has an 

important emphasis on training and 81 members gained 

their Bronze this season. 

The Club is pleased with its continuing strong participation 

and success in Surf Carnivals particularly at Branch, State 

and National levels. We expect to continue this competitive 

spirit in the coming season. 

In November we hosted, for a second year, a Surf Boat 

carnival and from all accounts it was a great day with 

gentle conditions facilitating intense competition between 

Clubs and crews. 

Another Whale Beach event is the Big Swim. The 32nd 

Swim was held on 28 January in perfect conditions with 

1500 swimmers. 

Final repairs to our Clubhouse were completed and we 

are now drawing up plans to refurbish the Club area to 

enhance our ability to serve the beach going public and 

our members. 

We would like to thank our Club’s major sponsors 

Macquarie Bank, Ray White Prestige Palm Beach as well 

as SLS sponsors DHL, Coca Cola and Energy Australia. 

We would also like to thank the Branch for its support 

throughout the season with special thanks to outgoing 

President Tony Haven and CEO Martin Phillips. 

We look forward to the 2007-2008 season and celebrating 

our Club’s 70th year of service to the public and the Whale 

Beach community. 

Martin Armstrong 

President 


Palm Beach continued the 2006-07 season with a strong 

focus on the beach and training. In the last five years our 

patrolling has evolved from reactive (rescues) to pro-active 

(preventative actions). The role of lifesavers has also been 

redefined. Not only do we protect swimmers but we have 

also greatly enhanced our first aid capabilities. With new 

equipment such as a defibrillator and pulse oximeter we 

are able to deliver the highest possible level of care until 

paramedics arrive. 

Once again our training regime has been very successful 

with over 170 awards being completed by members 

this season, and the high standards on the beach being 

maintained. Trainings and patrol challenges with “Chuck”, 

our 40kg dummy, kept our patrols on their toes and alert 

and we were proved by the results of maintaining our 

season record of 100% at all patrol inspections. Perhaps 

one of the biggest achievements this year was training and 

implementation of the “New Resuscitation Guidelines”. 

Over 224 active members were re-trained in the new CPR 

technique during proficiencies. The consensus met the 

SLSA goal with a resounding “resuscitation is so much 

easier now!” 

The new “John Studdy” jet ski has completed its first year 

of patrolling thanks to our dedicated team of drivers from 

Palm Beach and North Palm Beach who all volunteered to 

participate in the Jet Ski program in addition to their normal 

patrolling commitments. The “John Studdy” has proved 

extremely effective in training, rescues and general water 

safety from Newport to North Palm Beach. 

Nationals were a fantastic event, with four of our surf boat 

crews making it through to the finals and our Under 23 

girl’s crew taking out a bronze medal. Palm Beach proudly 

wore the green throughout the event and we thank of all 

our members who made the journey over to Perth and did 

us proud! 2007-08 will continue our quest of training and 

safety and will continue our IRB Driver “drive”, and keep 

improving the quality of our training through planning and 

utilisation of our resources and skilled members. 

A huge thank you to Branch and our surrounding clubs 

who have assisted us in achieving our goals and saving 

lives! See you on the beach! 

Jason Millett 

President 

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North Palm Beach SLSC 

After the completion of the 2006-07 season we can 

again proudly report ‘No Lives Lost’ while the beach 

was patrolled. The mission of NPBSLSC is to provide 

patrols and ensure the safety of people using the beach. 

To achieve this, our major focus every season is to 

maintain high patrol and surf lifesaving standards. 

NPBSLSC has traditionally been a small club with a 

relatively small active membership. However, this season 

our membership grew by over 200% with an influx of many 

people new to surf lifesaving. The family focus of the club 

continues with many parents and their children training 

together and receiving surf lifesaving awards allowing them 

to take an active role looking after North Palm Beach. 

We now have some patrols that include whole families. 

The increase in membership will make it easier for this club 

to continue providing the high standard of surf lifesaving 

services that the community has come to expect. Our 

members, all volunteers, carry on the greatest tradition 

of surf lifesaving – patrolling the beach. This is a tradition 

that is recognised and admired throughout the world as 

uniquely Australian. The members of this club look after 

nearly 2.8km of surf beach as well as the Pittwater side of 

Governor Phillip Reserve (this is part of our responsibility 

under the current Beach Plan of Management) every 

weekend and public holiday throughout the season. 

Graham Howard 

President 

Harry Ragan Award 

The Avalon Beach SLSC in memory of their late life 

member Harry Ragan funds the annual award for 

outstanding service by a Board of Examiner Member. Harry 

Ragan was a life member of Avalon Beach in 1952, Manly 

Warringah Branch 1968 and NSW State Centre in 1973. 

Harry passed away in April 1974 shortly before he was 

to be formally presented with his State life membership 

badge. His wife Patsie accepted the award 

on his behalf. 

Previous Winners 

· 1975-76 Col White 

· 1976-77 Ernie Davis 

· 1977-78 Unknown 

· 1978-79 Lindsay Paton 

· 1979-80 Andrew May 

· 1980-81 Andrew May 

· 1981-82 Terry Boardman 

· 1982-83 Pam Varga 

· 1983-84 Raymond Brown 

· 1985-86 Rick Wright 

· 1986-87 Drew Johnson 

· 1987-88 Unknown 

· 1988-89 Col Rae 

· 1989-90 Unknown 

· 1990-91 Robyn Ann Dixon 

· 1991-92 Kirk Jansson 

· 1992-93 Brian Joyce 

· 1993-94 Simon Moriarty 

· 1994-95 William Goodman 

· 1995-96 Ken Leonard 

· 1996-97 Andrew Chubb 

· 1997-98 Jeff Hewitt 

· 1998-99 Glenn Langley 

· 1999-00 Richard Andjelkovic 

· 2000-01 Neil Purcell 

· 2001-02 Marianne Troop 

· 2002-03 Barry Antella 

· 2003-04 Nigel Penn 

· 2004-05 Keith Abraham 

· 2005-06 Doug Lucas 

· 2006-07 Chris Roberts 

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Season 2006-2007 

Officers 1959-60 to 2000-2001 

deputy 

superintendent 

deputy 

Season president president secretary treasurer 

superintendent 

1959-60 A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Clark H Rodgers H McDonald L McDonald 

1960-61 A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Clark L Paton H McDonald L McDonald 

1961-62 A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Hopper L Paton H McDonald C Wills 

1962-63 A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Hopper L Paton H McDonald C Wills 

1963-64 A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Hopper L Paton H McDonald A May 

1964-65 A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Hopper L Paton H McDonald A Slevin 

1965-66 A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Smiles L Paton H McDonald A Slevin 

1966-67 A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Smiles J McCrory H McDonald A Slevin 

1967-68 J Smiles L McDonald A W Castleman J McCrory H McDonald A Slevin 

1968-69 J Smiles L McDonald AW Castleman / 

G Anderson 

J McCrory H McDonald / 

A Slevin 

A Slevin / 

D Romain 

1969-70 J Smiles A Fitzgerald G Anderson L Paton A Slevin R Goodfellow 

1970-71 A E Fitzgerald J Smiles G Clark L Paton L McDonald N Montgomery 

1971-72 A E Fitzgerald J Smiles B E Pitt P Day L McDonald N Montgomery 

1972-73 A E Fitzgerald J Smiles H Ragan P Day / N Montgomery M Byrnes 

B E Pitt 

1973-74 A E Fitzgerald J Smiles H Ragan / B E Pitt N Montgomery M Byrnes 

L Paton 

1974-75 A E Fitzgerald G McNaughton L Paton I Wright N Montgomery M Byrnes 

MBE 

1975-76 G McNaughton P Day M E Bartlett I Wright N Montgomery M Byrnes 

1976-77 G McNaughton P Day M E Bartlett E Davis N Montgomery M Byrnes 

1977-78 G McNaughton P Day D Piper E Davis N Montgomery I Wright 

1978-79 P Day M E Bartlett D Piper E Davis / I Wright C White 

G McNaughton 

1979-80 P. Day M E Bartlett D Piper K Priest I Paton C White 

1980-81 P Day G McNaughton J Smiles K Priest L Paton C Laws 

1981-82 P Day G McNaughton R C Parkhill K Priest I Wright C Laws 

1982-83 P Day B Burke R C Parkhill S Miles I Wright C Laws 

1983-84 P Day B Burke R C Parkhill June King I Wright M Edwards 

1984-85 P Day C Laws R C Parkhill June King I Wright M Edwards 

1985-86 B Johnston B King R C Parkhill June King I Wright R Matthews 

1986-87 B King J Andrew June King T Fraser R Matthews G Howard 

1987-88 B King J Andrew M Fitzhardinge / T Fraser G Howard T. Boardman 

June King 

1988-89 D Piper J Andrew June King W J Goodman G Howard T Boardman / C Rae 

1989-90 H McDonald L Johnson W J Goodman W J Goodman G Howard C White 

1990-91 H McDonald OAM L Johnson W J Goodman W J Goodman G Howard T Boardman 

1991-92 H McDonald OAM L Johnson / W J Goodman W J Goodman T Boardman C Rae 

T Boardman 

1992-93 H McDonald OAM T Boardman / G R Causon W J Goodman C Rae B Kinsey 

D Olsen 

1993-94 J Andrew G Howard G R Causon W J Goodman C Rae B Kinsey 

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Season 2006-2007 

Directors 1994-95 to 2000-01 

rescue 

Season president deputy president administration finance 

services 

1994-95 J Andrew G Howard G R Causon W Goodman OAM B Kinsey 

1995-96 J Andrew R Lytham G R Causon W Goodman OAM B Kinsey 

1996-97 R Lytham W J Worth G R Causon B E Pitt B Kinsey 

1997-98 R Lytham W J Worth G R Causon / P Daley B E Pitt B Kinsey 

1998-99 R Lytham W J Worth E Davis OAM B E Pitt B Kinsey 

1999-00 R Lytham W J worth E Davis OAM B E Pitt B Kinsey 

2000-01 W J Worth T Haven E Davis OAM B E Pitt B Kinsey 

2001-02 W J Worth T Haven T Burns D Fisher B Joyce 

Directors 2002-03 

Season 

president 

deputy 

president administration finance 

Sydney Northern Beaches: Our History 

rescue 

services examination education 

/ 

2002-03 T Haven J Hewitt T Burns D Fisher B Joyce M Troop (Ms) 


Season 

president 

deputy 

president 

administration / 

finance 

rescue 

services 

2003-04 T Haven J Hewitt T Burns R Andjelkovic G Langley 


Season 

president 

deputy 

president 

administration / 

finance 

rescue 

servicEs 

2004-05 T Haven R Tester T Burns R Andjelkovic N Cummins 

2005-06 T Haven R Tester T Burns G. Langley N Cummins 

2006-07 T Haven R Tester T Burns G Langley J Isbill / K Levy 

examination / education 

education / assessment 

· Manly Warringah Branch was formed 1st May 1960. 

Up until that date, all surfing activities in this area came under 

the supervision of the Sydney Branch. 

· Mr. Alan Fitzgerald, President of the North Steyne SLSC was 

elected first president. He held this office for eight years. 

· At the 1st Annual Meeting, Mr. Lindsay Paton was elected 

treasurer and still serves in the Branch in 2004. 

· Board of Examiners, in anticipation of the new Branch – officers 

were elected in December 1959. 

· The first Branch Championships were staged at Newport 

Beach in January 1961. At this time, Newport celebrated its 

Golden Jubilee of 50 years service. 

· In October 1961, the Avalon Lions Club made necessary 

finance available to construct the prototype of the Torpedo 

Rescue Tube. Latter adopted by SLSA. 

· Branch Team visited South Africa – 1967. 

· Juveniles Association formed – 1966. First President, 

David Lawler. 

· Philippines Instruction Tour conducted by the Branch 

1978-1979 

· 25 Year Anniversary held – 1959. 

· 1965-1966 Inshore Rescue Boat (or rubber duck) introduced by 

Avalon SLSC, now used around Australia. 

· Helicopter service and First Branch to use a radio 

communications network. 

· Season 1992-1993, name changed to Sydney Northern 

Beaches Inc. 

· In 2003 the Branch launched an Australian first again with 

the introduction of an all encompassing club and member 

management database, which significantly eased the burden 

on clubs administration. 

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examination / 

education 

competition / 

coaching 

club 

Representative 

bja chairman 

A Chubb P Gard S Moriarty P O’Dwyer 

A Chubb P Gard S Moriarty / T Boardman / B Worth P O’Dwyer 

A Chubb R Jorgensen Peter Daley P O’Dwyer 

B Smith J Hewitt P Daley / W Young P O’Dwyer 

G Langley J Hewitt P Daley P O’Dwyer 

G. Langley J. Hewitt P Daley P O’Dwyer 

G Langley J Hewitt P Daley R Tester 

M Troop (Ms) J Hewitt G Langley R Tester 

competition / coaching 

youth 

development 

junior 

development 

Sponsorship / 

Marketing 

R Lytham J Woods R Tester P O’Dwyer 

competition / coaching 

youth 

development 

junior 

development 

Sponsorship / 

Marketing 

R Lytham J Woods R Tester P O’Dwyer 

surf sports 

Youth & Membership Development 

Sponsorship / 

Marketing 

M Bate G Langley P O’Dwyer 

C Susans J Jones-Billington T Bonner 

M Bate M Rae G Lang 

· In 2004 the Branch launched a further Australian first with the 

introduction of a software program to manage entries and the 

running of events at Surf Carnivals. The first complete system 

to replace pen and paper on the beach. 

· Season 2004-2005 NSW Branch of the Year 

· 2004 Opened Surf Life Saving School 

· 2006 Traumatic Incident Peer Support 10 Year Anniversary 

· Board of Examiners split to Board of Surf Sports and Board of 

Education and Assessment 

· Season 2005-06 NSW Branch of the Year 

· Season 2006-07 North Steyne, oldest Club in the the 

Sydney Northern Beaches Branch celebrates 100 years. 

· 2007 SLSA Centennary Year 

· 2006 Interbranch Champions 

· 2006 SLSNSW Community Education Program of the Year 

Vale 

· Charles (Bob) Duff – North Curl Curl 

· Hugh (Snowy) Huston – North Curl Curl 

On behalf of Sydney Northern Beaches we extend our 

sympathies to the families and friends who have lost loved 

ones over the past year. 

Our eternal thanks for the time and support they have given 

to Sydney Northern Beaches in particular, and Surf Life 

Saving in general. 

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Awarded to Branch 

High Recommendation from Department of the 

Environment and Heritage Minister’s Award for 

Coastal Custodians Coastal Ambassadors Program 

2006 NSW Water Safety Awards for 

Research Project of the Year 

Awarded to Surf Life Saving School 

2006 NSW Water Safety Awards for Patron’s Award 

for the most significant contribution to Water Safety 

with a focus on an under represented group 

High Commendation from Surf Life Saving NSW for 

Community Education 

Order of Australia Medal - 2007 

For service to the community, particularly 

through roles within the surf lifesaving 

movement in New South Wales. 

Richard (Mick) Griffin OAM, Freshwater SLSC 

Ross Matthews (OAM), Long Reef SLSC 

Lindsay Paton OAM, Mona Vale SLSC 

Neil Purcell OAM, North Steyne SLSC 

Service Awards Australia 

Deceased Life Member Hector McDonald OAM was 

inducted into the SLSA “Hall of Fame” at the 2007 Australian 

Championships 

Life Membership SLSA 

Michael Bartlett, Bilgola SLSC 

Life Membership SLSNSW 

Andrew Chubb, Palm Beach 

Ross Matthews, Long Reef SLSC 

NSW Awards of Excellence 2006/07 

Sandy Menzies – Training Officer of the Year 

Tom Fraser-Holmes – Junior Athlete of the Year 

Between the flags, one hundred summers of Australian Surf Lifesaving. 

Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Inc. 

Unit 2/5 Vuko Place, Warriewood, NSW 2102 

Tel: 02 9913 8066 · Fax: 02 9913 9066 

Email: info@surflifesaving.net.au 

Website: www.surflifesaving.net.au 

ABN 31 416 737 307

Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches 48th Annual Report

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