ANNUAL REPORT

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1 ANNUAL REPORT Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Keeping Our Beaches Safe

2 WHAT DOES YOUR BRANCH DO? S E R V I C E S SURF SPORTS EDUCATION & TRAINING RESCUE SUPPORT VOICE FOR LIFESAVING IN SNB INFORMATION & SUPPORT COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT EFFICIENT PROCESSES SURF SCHOOL Delivering a coordinated program of well run Carnivals and Events Providing education in all areas and improving skills of Club Trainers Coodinating volunteers and infrastructure to provide 24/7 Rescue Services and support operations on SNB One voice representing 21 Clubs to relevant stakeholders within Surf Life Saving and externally The Executive and Staff provide a comprehensive range of information, advice and administrative support for SNB Clubs Developing sponsorship and grant opportunities in addition to Club efforts as well as promoting the value of Surf Life Saving to the community Disseminating and developing processes that deliver common standards and minimal duplicated effort Educating our community as well as providing valuable income, employment and development opportunities for Club members 2 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

3 Our mission To provide a safe beach and aquatic environment throughout Sydney s Northern Beaches. Our Vision Fulfil our responsibilities as part of SLSA and provide a valued Surf Life Saving service to the community. 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 co-operative of clubs, it recognises the strength of the organisation is built on the club system and will act within 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 Saving plays in the community. Our Centre of Gravity The strength of the Branch is our membership working together. Surf Life Saving Australia Vision To save lives, create great Australians and build better communities. Mission To provide safe beaches and aquatic environments throughout Australia. Contents President s Report 4 CEO s Report 6 Patrons, Officers, Committees 8 Honour Roll 10 Branch Honours 12 Branch Awards of Excellence 14 Directors Choice Awards 16 Lifesaving 18 Support Services 20 Patrol Assessment/Patrol Hours/Audits 21 Rescue Statistics 22 Education 24 Award Statistics 26 Assessors, Facilitators & Chief Training Officers 32 Member Services 34 Membership Statistics 38 The Surf Life Saving School 40 Surf Sports 42 Surf Sports Membership 44 Interbranch 46 Branch Point Score 48 Junior Branch Championship Results 49 Open Branch Championship Results 55 Masters Branch Championship Results 59 Our Special Branch Championships 66 Financial Report for Surf Life Saving 67 Sydney Northern Beaches Inc. Club Reports 94 Executive History 136 Branch History 138 Fundraising Events 139 Vale 140 Cover Shot Warriewood SLSC members Simon Lilly and Lisa Schumacher on patrol. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 3

4 PRESIDENT S REPORT Doug Menzies - President Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches had a very busy 2017/18 season where we continued to maintain our high standards and watch over a record number of beachgoers. It continues to be an absolute honour and privilege to serve as President, representing our membership that is made up of exceptionally committed, skilled, dedicated and professional volunteer men, women and young people who provide a wide range of lifesaving activities all centred on keeping our community safe. Our 21 Surf Life Saving clubs through the actions of our volunteer members, have continued to selflessly serve the community with distinction, having maintained a watchful eye over and kept safe some 3,080,226 beachgoers and undertaken some 152, patrol hours whilst doing so. These hours do not include the countless hours spent running the Club, keeping fit, maintaining their skills, training and educating new and existing members, engaging with the community as well as importantly running our nippers programs, thus developing our young people and preparing our future generations of lifesavers. Our 5,610 volunteer surf lifesavers performed 827 rescues, conducted 33,590 preventative actions, provided 2,619 first aid services and, at the same time, undertook and completed some 9,093 awards and qualifications. On behalf of the wider community, I want to acknowledge and thank our 18,733 members for doing what you do so well. During the season, we saw the new amalgamated Northern Beaches Council established from the former Manly, Warringah and Pittwater Councils and we look forward to developing a close working relationship to continue to provide volunteer surf lifesaving services second to none. I would like to congratulate all those who won awards at our 2017/18 SNB Branch Awards of Excellence, in particular, I congratulate Freshwater SLSC as Most Outstanding Club of the Year, Queenscliff SLSC Patrol Assessment Competition, David Price (Freshwater SLSC) as Life Saver of the Year, Young Life Saver of the Year Trae Hare-Boyd (North Steyne SLSC) and David Cowell (North Steyne SLSC) as Volunteer of the Year. All our award winners are detailed elsewhere in the annual report. Congratulations to the recipient of the President s Award Dee Why SLSC s Matt Molinia, an all-rounder lifesaver whose passion, time, skills and energy has been given so freely and generously given across so many functions of our service. I would like to thank all of our Trainers, Assessors, Facilitators, Surf Sports Officials, our Support Services Team, including our Duty Officers, Jet Ski Operators, Surfcom Operators and members of our TIPS Team, as without your tireless support we could not do the job we do. I would like to acknowledge the significant work of our Lifesaving, Education, Member Services and Surf Sports portfolios whose achievements are listed by our Directors elsewhere in the report. I would like to also thank our fantastic staff at the Branch headquarters. Steve McInnes, Jen Huston, Marcial Nunura, Belinda Dobson and John Taylor, thank you so much for all you do. Additionally, I would like to acknowledge the outstanding Branch Executive who have provided extraordinary contributions to the successful operations of our Branch, so to our Deputy President Shannon Job, Director of Lifesaving Glenn Tolan, Director of Education Adrienne Lowe, Director of Member Services Tracey Hare-Boyd, Director of Surf Sports Darren Warrener and Director of Finance Lance Barnes, thank you so much. I would like to pay tribute to Darren Warrener who is standing down after serving as Director of Surf Sports for four years. We welcome Louis Tassone on board as our new Director of Surf Sports. Congratulations to our latest Life Members, Distinguished Service and Outstanding Service recipients. Their details appear elsewhere in the report, but thank you for your amazing contribution over so many years. To all our sponsors and supporters, without you we could not possibly undertake the work that we do to keep the community safe. A big thank you to Streets, Westfield Warringah Mall, Dee Why RSL Club, Northern Beaches Council, SLSNSW, 4 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

5 Speedo, Cancer Institute NSW, Local Manly Daily, St George Foundation, Entertainment Book, Bill Buckle, Surf Life Saving Australia, URM, RFi Group, Thredbo, Bennett Surfboards, DHL, Westpac and Telstra. I again thank all our members for your efforts and I look forward to seeing you on the beach in our 2018/19 season. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 5

6 CEO S REPORT Steve McInnes - CEO What a memorable night is was for our 2018 Awards of Excellence. So many great people were acknowledged for a tremendous amount of volunteering effort and achievements throughout the 2017/18 patrol season. Without taking anything away from our worthy winners, those on stage receiving their awards, are figuratively just the tip of the iceberg. Below the surface are thousands of surf lifesavers contributing what they can to their club, the Branch and the community to keep the beaches safe. And what a superb job you have all done congratulations to every one of our 18,733 members on a job well done. Whilst everything went well on the beaches, from a business perspective, the 2017/18 season provided some significant challenges for the Branch. Our long-term partnership with Unilever was reviewed due to global corporate events. This resulted in our Streets Ice Cream sponsorship being reduced considerably under a new threeyear agreement, and our Lipton Ice Tea sponsorship concluded. This unexpected change placed some pressure on our bottom line performance and cash flow. A review of all expenditure was undertaken and cuts made where we could. Our staffing level was reduced by one full-time position. Once we had trimmed the outgoings, our primary focus became securing a new major sponsor and seeking other revenue opportunities through our Surf Life Saving School and through various grants. As you will see in the financial reports, we finished the year in reasonable shape, managing to post a small net profit thanks to the efforts of all Directors and staff in managing costs, some new sponsorship deals secured, a sizable revenue increase and profitability from the Surf Life Saving School, and success with two grant applications. We welcome the International College of Management Sydney (ICMS) as a new major sponsor of the Branch under a three-year agreement with details of the sponsorship partnership to be officially launched in July and September. The ICMS brand will be very prominent on our beaches over the next three years with their logo to appear on our patrol tents. We also welcome iconic swimwear brand Speedo as our official swimwear partner also for a three-year term. Speedo will provide financial support of our Awards of Excellence, Speedo products for our Interbranch team, support our Junior Lifesaver of the Year program, and offer some great deals and incentives for our clubs on Speedo clubwear. Much appreciated is the new support of the St George Foundation who provided us with a grant to fund our Stewart House program for twelve months. We also received a grant from the NSW Government s Community Building Partnerships program to partially fund the replacement of our failing air conditioning unit and a grant from the NSW Government s Local Sport Grant program to replace our Surf Sports shipping container and the Cancer Institute NSW to provide our Sun Safety and Surf Safety classroom presentations. Thank you to Rob Stokes MP for supporting our grant applications. Thank you to all of our sponsors as without you we could not do the job we do. As our Director of Lifesaving has reported, it was another busy and positive year on the beaches for our volunteer lifesavers. Collectively, we rescued 827 people, provided first-aid treatments to 2,619 people, reacquainted 148 lost children with their parents, and proactively undertook 33,590 preventative actions that may have otherwise resulted in a rescue and or injury. More than three million beachgoers benefitted from our services during the past season. Our volunteers amassed 152, hours patrolling the beaches and we estimate that with the addition of skills based training, support operations, club administration and fundraising that this number would be in excess of 310,000 hours. At a conservative rate of $30 per hour, we have donated $9.3million of service to the community an amazing effort. The skills of our volunteer lifesavers are augmented by the training programs delivered by our Trainers, Assessors and Facilitators who spend most of their summer weekends on the beaches training and assessing new members in their SRC and Bronze Medallion (473 SRC and 716 BM), conducting proficiencies for our 5,610 patrolling members, and training more than 1,600 higher awards such a ARTC, Spinal Management, IRB, and Silver and Gold Medallion courses. A staggering 3,719 new Patrolling and Lifesaving awards were processed during the past season. A huge thank you to all involved. 6 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

7 As you will see in the Member Services report, our membership dipped by around 1,200 members from last year to 18,733 this year. This is not an alarming figure. However, we will be working to try and rebuild memberships, especially at some of our smaller clubs. As Director Tracey Hare-Boyd reported, her portfolio had a very active and rewarding season, especially with our younger members and there were some great development programs run. I am especially proud of our continued involvement in providing ongoing Mental Health First Aid Courses to our youth and adult members. In the Surf Sports arena, our athletes performed well at Branch, State and National levels with the SNB team bringing home the NSW Interbranch Championship title amid tough competition. As you will see in the results section and within the Surf Sports Director s report, there were some outstanding individual, team efforts and Club efforts. Thank you to all of our Officials who dedicate long hours on the beach most weekends to enable our carnivals to be conducted. arrangements and are working towards the Crown Land lease template for our clubs. At the same time, we have been working with Council on developing the future beach management model to be adopted from We thank Mayor Michael Regan and fellow Councillors for their ongoing support, as well as the staff who are working with us on these projects. I would also like to acknowledge and thank the leadership team at SLSNSW David Murray (President) and Steven Pearce (CEO) and thank the SLSNSW Directors and staff for their support and advice throughout the year. Lastly, I am thankful for the guidance and support of our Branch Executive, led by Doug Menzies and thank you all for the energy and time that you commit to the running of the Branch. To the Branch staff Jen Huston, Marcial Nunura, Belinda Dobson and John Taylor, thank you for all your great work throughout the year and to our casual school staff, thank you for the contribution you have made to our Surf Life Saving School. A new three-year strategic plan has been developed and the first stages are being implemented across all portfolios. We have also developed a three-year financial plan and cash-flow projection to underpin the delivery of the strategic plan. A scorecard will be presented to each Board of Management meeting to show our progress with the goals within the plan. Within the strategic plan are a number of goals and strategies to increase the capacity of our members whilst at the same time reducing some of the administrative burden that has grown over recent years. A key part of the new Strategic Plan is to foster strong and positive relationships with our key stakeholders. To this end, we have had fruitful discussions with Northern Beaches Council regarding future lease TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 7

8 PATRONS, OFFICERS & COMMITTEES Patrons The Hon. Tony Abbott, Federal Member for Warringah The Hon. Jason Falinski, Federal Member for Mackellar The Hon James Griffin, State Member for Manly The Hon. Brad Hazzard, State Member for Wakehurst, Minister for Health The Hon. Rob Stokes, State Member for Pittwater, Minister for Education. Graham Ford - SLSA President David Murray - SLSNSW President Club Presidents Board of Management Tony Bonner AM (Manly), Frank Traugott (North Steyne), Craig Susans (Queenscliff), Alan Burns (Freshwater), Graeme Dominish (South Curl Curl), David Wymer (North Curl Curl), Hugh Long (Dee Why), Peter Kinsey (Long Reef), Greg Broome (Collaroy), Martin Hayward (South Narrabeen), Tracey Lake (Narrabeen Beach), Steve Maxwell (North Narrabeen), Jen Spencer (Warriewood), Bryce Munro (Mona Vale), Rod McGibbon (Bungan Beach), Rob Emerson (Newport), Romilly Madew (Bilgola), Richard Cole (Avalon Beach), Andrew Pearce (Whale Beach), Saul Brown (Palm Beach), Graham Howard (North Palm Beach). Executive Branch President - Doug Menzies (Newport) Deputy President - Shannon Job (North Steyne) Director of Finance - Lance Barnes (Newport) Director of Lifesaving - Glenn Tolan (Mona Vale) Director of Education - Adrienne Lowe (Dee Why) Director of Surf Sports - Darren Warrener (Avalon Beach) Director of Member Services - Tracey Hare-Boyd (North Steyne) Chief Executive Officer - Steve McInnes (Narrabeen Beach) Staff Chief Executive Officer - Steve McInnes Branch Manager - Jen Huston Surf Sports Manager, School BDM - Marcial Nunura Education & Lifesaving Co-Ordinator - Belinda Dobson Surf School Co-Ordinator - Nick Hatch (until Sept 17) Public Relations & Media Officer - John Taylor Board of Surf Sports Director of Surf Sports - Darren Warrener (Chair), Lifesaving Adviser Steve Haggett R&R Adviser Alan Burns March Past Adviser Gary Cook Beach Adviser Martin Lynch & Michael Gedz High Performance Adviser David Rees Carnival Review Adviser Louis Tassone Powercraft Adviser Nigel Penn Officials Adviser Matt Molinia Boat Adviser - Nick Sampson Gear Steward - Keith Abraham Board of Education Director of Education - Adrienne Lowe (Chair) Deputy Director - Tracey Hare-Boyd Advanced Resuscitation Adviser - Gary Beauchamp Facilitated Course Coordinator - Jessica Menzies Gold Medallion Adviser - Andy Cross Bronze Medallion Adviser - Lindsay Davis Surf Rescue Certificate Adviser - David Vinson Junior Education Adviser - Tammy Cook Powercraft Adviser - Graham Howard Board of Member Services Director of Member Services - Tracey Hare-Boyd (Chair), Adrienne Lowe (Education), Steve Haggett (SRC and Surf Sports), Andy Cross (Lifesaving), Mike Stanley-Jones (Cadets, Youth) 8 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

9 Board of Lifesaving Director of Lifesaving - Glenn Tolan (Chair) Deputy Director - Lara Boyle Emergency Services Adviser - Steve Faddy Patrol Assessment Coordinator - Keith Abraham Powercraft Adviser - Graham Howard Radio Adviser - Adrian Hill Junior Lifesaving Adviser - Andy Cross Duty Operations Adviser - Rohan Fisher Club Captain or Director of Lifesaving from each Club: Steve Rahme (North Palm Beach), Alistair Shield (Palm Beach), Lara Boyle (Whale Beach), Melinda Akehurst & Peter Carter (Avalon Beach), Peter Fenley (Bilgola), Jessica Menzies (Newport), Aidan Clark (Bungan Beach), David Campbell (Mona Vale), Simeon Haddad (Warriewood), Dean Dallwitz (North Narrabeen), Greg Gillespie (Narrabeen Beach), Rohan Fisher (South Narrabeen), Elizabeth Green (Collaroy), Nick Hadzipasic (Long Reef), Ben Davies (Dee Why), Matt O Connor (North Curl Curl), Steve Hall (South Curl Curl), Deandra Godoy (Freshwater), Gavin Larkings to March 2018 and Michael Studden from March 2018 (Queenscliff), Dan Hillier (North Steyne), Bec Crawford (Manly). Judiciary Committee Barry Antella (OAM), Gary Cook, Jenny Drury, Tammy Cook, Allen Lakeman, Richard Andjelkovic Finance Committee Lance Barnes (Chair), Doug Menzies, Steve McInnes, David Piper, Kevin Harris, Steve Faddy, Simon Spicer Life Membership and Service Honours Committee Doug Menzies (Chair), Glenn Tolan (Director of Lifesaving), Jenny Drury, Barry Antella OAM, Gary Cook. Constitution and Regulations Committee Ray Petersen, Wayne Freakley, Adrian Hill Meritorious Awards Committee Glenn Tolan (Chair), Adrienne Lowe, Jeff Hewitt, Ray Petersen, Gary Cook, Nigel Penn, Richard Andjelkovic Branch Selection Committee David Rees (Chair), Marty Quinn, Graham Bruce, Ian Miller, Michael Gedz Inter Branch Management Team Manager Greg Heard, Head Coach Chris Allum Asst. Coach Beach Michael Gedz Asst. Coach Water Tim Hayes Chaperones Ian Miller, David Rees, Karen Heaton, Cath Piper Branch Photographers Bill Sheridan, Vicki Huston, John Taylor Australia Day Honours 2018 Chris Allum OAM - Queenscliff SLSC Patricia Newton OAM - Dee Why SLSC SLSNSW Life Members Ray Petersen - Manly LSC Jeffrey Hewitt - South Curl Curl SLSC Robert Asser - Freshwater SLSC TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 9

10 HONOUR ROLL HONOUR ROLL Life Members *Jack Cameron *Arthur Castleman MBE *His Honour Sir Adrian Curlewis CVO CBE *Jim Dempster *William (Bill) Foerster *George Johnson *Alf Loton *George Lindsay *Tom Moran *Roger Moroney *Lionel McDonald OAM *Arthur Olsen *Lal Turner *Ken Watson MBE *George Williams *Vince Williams MBE *Gordon Wilson 1979 Neil Montgomery OAM 1980 *Bert King OAM *Jack Smiles 1981 *Roper (Buster) Brown *Gordon Harper Michael Bartlett 1982 *Fred Bertram MBE *Barry Burke 1984 Paul Day 1985 Ernie Davis OAM 1998 Colin Rae 1999 Brian Joyce Ken Priest *David Lawler OAM 2000 Maureen Worth *Ken Leonard Richard Lytham OAM 2001 Stanley Buckman *Peter Daley 2002 Brian Geddes Raymond Brennan *Edward Whittaker Patricia Newton OAM Kay Priday Chris Roberts Geoff Upton 2008 Richard (Mick) Griffin OAM Glenn Langley Arthur McCarroll *George McRobert Ray Petersen Anthony (Tony) Tier 2009 Robert (Bob) Cox Robert Berry Richard Stewart OAM Derek (Rick) Millar Warren Young OAM Gary Beauchamp Robert Buckingham 1962 *Cedric Walton 1963 *Carl Wills 1967 *Alan Fitzgerald MBE *Hector McDonald OAM 1968 *Harry Ragan 1973 *Alan Slevin 1974 Lindsay Paton OAM 1975 *William (Bill) Ingram John Mills OAM 1976 *Raymond Brown OAM Neil Purcell OAM 1977 *Owen Ramsay 1978 Gordon McNaughton OAM Michael Byrnes OAM 1987 Ian (Rick) Wright OAM 1988 David Piper OAM 1989 *William (Bill) Goodman OAM *Graham Carlisle OAM Robert Parkhill Jeff Andrew *David Roberts OAM 1991 Col White *Peter Liddle 1992 Ross Matthews OAM 1993 *Barrie Pitt 1994 *William (Bill) Worth OAM 1996 Terence Boardman OAM Graham Howard 1997 Peter O Dwyer 2003 *Richard Twight OAM Jeffrey Hewitt 2004 Anthony Haven AM Peter Clarke Charles O Reilly Robert (Bob) Langbein *John Saxby Simon Moriarty 2005 Jennifer Drury *Richard (Ritchie) Burke Brian Kinsey Gary Cook Andrew May 2006 Barry Antella OAM *Anthony (Tony) Burns Lorelle Kinsey Geoffrey Lyall John (Jock) Mackay Ross Tester 2007 Michael Bate Ken Brown Peter Clarke Jonathan Farrell Gordon Hedger 2010 John Cassidy Peter Gard Warren Howard John Swan Marianne Troop 2011 Robyn Holt *Maurice Kerrigan June King Kevin Martin OAM Garry O Sullivan *Jim Routh Peter Rowlands 2012 Richard Andjelkovic Steve Faddy Janine Fahey Peter Selosse Stephen Price 2013 Judy Tier Wayne Schwebel Steve Haggett Ray Isaacs 2014 Lindsay Davis Robert (Bob) Asser Brian Ward 10 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

11 Michael King Peter Finch Graham Cook Keith Abraham 2015 Rhonda Lycett Suzanne Rossi Kevin Moffat David Torevell Thecla Haven Craig Susans Alan Butler Ron Pomering Nigel Penn 2016 Martin Lynch Michael Wasley Wayne Freakley 2017 Adrian Hill Stuart Wye Ross Parry Dennis O Toole Robert Williams Distinguished Service Hon. Tony Abbott MP Keith Abraham *Albert (Bert) Adams OAM Bill Anderson Richard Andjelkovic Barry Antella OAM Robert Asser Michael Bate Gary Beauchamp Robert Berry Janine Black Paul Booth Bronwyn Bishop Chris Brown *Anthony (Tony) Burns Bernie Burrows Bernard Carr Graeme Causon James Chant Robert Chidgey Andrew Chubb Peter Clarke David Cochrane Gary Cook Graham Cook Robert Cox Keith Crampton *Doug Crane Phillip Cullis Ken Davidson Lindsay Davis Paul De Kort Jennifer Drury *Charles (Bob) Duff Steve Faddy Jonathan Farrell Peter Finch Graham Foran Matt Fordham Garry Fox Robert Fulton Donald Gain *Dawn Geddes Patricia Giles Richard Graham Colin J. Gray Richard (Mick) Griffin OAM Steve Haggett Rick Harris Anthony Haven AM Thecla Haven David Hay MBE Jean Hay AM Larry Hennessey Jeffery Hewitt Adrian Hill Tony Hilliger Robyn Holt Graham Howard Paul Hull Don Imison Raymond Isaacs Kirk Jansson Darren Jones Ross Jorgensen Sean Kenny *Jack King June King Michael King Brian Kinsey Tracey Lake Ross Lambert Gordon Lang Bob Langbein Glenn Langley *David Lawler OAM *Ken Leonard Doug Lucas Zane Ludlow David Lyall Geoff Lyall Kay Lyall Rhonda Lycett Martin Lynch Richard Lytham OAM Maureen McKellar Don McManus David Macintosh AM Gregory MacMahon Kevin Martin OAM Ray Martin Paul Mathew Andrew May Derek (Rick) Millar Chris Montgomery Simon Moriarty Colin Newman Patricia Newton OAM David Olsen Charles O Reilly Damian O Shannassy Garry O Sullivan Dennis O Toole Ross Parry Nigel Penn Brett Picknell Stephen Price Gregory Punch Michelle Rae Geoff Raper Max Riddington Chris Roberts Suzanne Rossi Peter Rowlands *John Saxby Paul Schott Wayne Schwebel Peter Selosse Bill Sheridan *Len Simpson Barbara Smith Keith Smith Craig Susans Julie Sutton Ross Tester Judy Tier Colin Timms David Torevell *Kenneth Trembath Marianne Troop Sue Troy Brian Ward Max Watt *Patricia White *Edward Whittaker Ray Williams Robert Williams Maureen Worth Stuart Wye *Ross Young Warren Young OAM Outstanding Service Steve Broughton-Rouse Chris Dooley Clem Klausen Luke Fittock Garry Fox Howard Fitzgibbon Tracey Hare-Boyd Adrian Hill Christine Hopton OAM Jeannette Isaacs Shannon Job Michael Kirkby Glenn Langley Kathy Langthorne Louise Lindop Adrienne Lowe Robert Machar Peter MacMahon Karen (Kaz) Marks Cathy Meaney Ian Miller Chris Roberts Suzanne Rossi James Shearer Brian Ward Janice Wordley Prominent Service *Bill Barnett *Charlie Brady Ken Brown Kevin Green *Jack Howie *Wal McGrigor *Max Rose Pam Rowlands *Deceased TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 11

12 BRANCH HONOURS LIFE MEMBERSHIP Dennis O Toole from Bilgola SLSC Dennis donned the red and yellow patrol cap immediately he joined Bilgola SLSC in He became a patrol captain in 1985 and continues to do so. Dennis was a founding member of Bilgola JAC and was an age manager and deputy chairman from 1989 to He has been a member of the club management committee in various positions from 1994 to 2017 and five of those years were spent as club president. Dennis is also a surf sports official and loves his surfboats. He is a starter at surfboat carnivals on the northern beaches. LIFE MEMBERSHIP Adrian Hill from Newport SLSC Adrian has certainly achieved a lot in surf lifesaving since he obtained his Bronze Medallion in He has held an incredible list of positions at club, Branch, NSW and National level. Adrian has been a Member of the Board of Examiners, IRB Examiner, ARC Examiner, Competition Official, ARC Branch Supervisor, Branch Water Safety, Surfcom Operator, and still is, Surf Education Trainer and Junior Development Camp Leader. He was also named the winner of the Raymond Matthew Brown Radio Operator s Award this year (2018). He is also a member of the After Hours Response team. LIFE MEMBERSHIP Robbie Williams from Manly LSC Robbie certainly knows the meaning of hard work. He has always demonstrated a willingness to take on roles of importance and has held a number of positions at Manly. He was a member of the Manly LSC Nipper Committee for five seasons, Education Officer Nippers, Age Group Manager, deputy president and finally club president for a three -year term. His knowledge and expertise has also helped SLSSNB Branch frame a very robust Constitution and Regulations and improved how SNB conduct their judicial processes. He has served the Branch Judiciary Committee for the past seven seasons and has presided over several judiciary hearings and appeals. LIFE MEMBERSHIP Ross Parry from Freshwater SLSC Ross has a long history at Freshwater SLSC and has served the club for 59 years. He has been actively involved in various aspects of club administrative, sporting and governance activities. He has held such positions as gear steward, Competition Officer/ Director Surf Sport, Life Member panel, Member History panel, Member Honours panel, club handicapper and Sunday morning race organiser, March Past co-ordinator and Freshwater Masters Carnival organiser. Ross is still a member of the Freshwater march past team. And he continues to approach each of his roles with a high level of enthusiasm and commitment. 12 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

13 LIFE MEMBERSHIP Stuart Wye from North Curl Curl SLSC There has only been one club in Stuart s life his beloved North Curly. Stuart obtained his Bronze Medallion in 1972 and has spent more than 40 years on the club s committee in a variety of roles. There are not too many presidents who can say they reached double figures. But Stuart served in the top job for 11 years. Over the years, he was secretary, treasurer, club captain, chief instructor, chief first aid officer, club vice captain, delegate to Branch, assistant instructor and vice IRB captain. And there was a period that he acted as the club s publicity officer. OUTSTANDING SERVICE Adrienne Lowe from Dee Why SLSC It wasn t long after Adrienne joined Dee Why SLSC in October, 2002 that she started collecting awards. In fact, in her very first season she obtained a total of six surf lifesaving awards. Over the past 15 years, Adrienne has demonstrated continuous and ongoing commitment to the conducting of assessments at both Branch and club level. Adrienne is full on when it comes to surf life saving. At Dee Why, she has served nine seasons as a Patrol Captain and three years as Club President. She is also extremely busy in her role as Director of Education for SNB Branch. DISTINGUISHED SERVICE Gordon Lang from Palm Beach SLSC/North Stene SLSC Gordon is closing in on a 50-year milestone in the Surf Life Saving movement. While a student at Shore School, Gordon was a member of both Long Reef SLSC and Queenscliff SLSC. But he found his way to Palm Beach SLSC where he is still a member after 47 years. Apart from patrolling, he has trained younger members over the years. In 2006, Gordon took on the role of Director of Sponsorship and Marketing for SNB Branch and also became Branch Deputy President. The following year he was elected SNB Branch President a position he held for five years. It was in 2008 that Gordon also became a member of North Steyne SLSC and has served the club continuously for the past 10 years. OUTSTANDING SERVICE Jim Shearer North Narrabeen SLSC Jim found his way to North Narrabeen SLSC in 1958 but it wasn t until five years later that he obtained his Bronze Medallion. After that Jim became heavily involved in the club. He was a beach competitor for 12 seasons. Jim represented the Branch at the first Branch Juvenile Association meeting in He decided to accept the position of North Narrabeen SLSC President in 2004, a role he held until He s still going strong and has held the position of Club Registrar for the past four years. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 13

14 BRANCH AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE Sponsor Name of Award Name Club Bill Buckle Auto Group Administrator Christine Gibbs-Stewart North Steyne ICMS Assessor Frank Traugott North Steyne Speedo Athlete Kendrick Louis Manly Alan Fitzgerald Branch Combined Point Score Newport Lionel McDonald Branch Handicap Point Score Mona Vale Speedo Coach Damien Daley Queenscliff ICMS Community Education Program Youth Networking Program SNB/Avalon Beach/ Narrabeen Beach/ North Steyne ICMS Facilitator Mike Le Geyt South Curl Curl Rfi Initiative Patrol Support with Palm Beach North Palm Beach Speedo Masters Athlete John De Mestre Freshwater Streets Most Improved Club Palm Beach Dee Why RSL Club Most Oustanding Club Admin Freshwater ICMS Most Oustanding Club Education North Steyne Dee Why RSL Club Most Oustanding Club Lifesaving Palm Beach Streets Most Outstanding Club 1 Freshwater Streets Most Outstanding Club 2 North Steyne Streets Most Outstanding Club 3 North Narrabeen Streets Most Outstanding Club 4 Mona Vale Streets Most Outstanding Club 5 Newport Westfield Warringah Mall Most Outstanding Club Member Services Freshwater Freshwater 14 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

15 Sponsor Name of Award Name Club Speedo Most Outstanding Club Surf Sports Mona Vale Mona Vale Speedo Official Kaz Marks Bilgola Bennett Board Overall Carnival Handicap Point Score Newport Newport SNB Patrol Assessment Queenscliff Queenscliff NSW State Govt Patrol Captain Tracey Hare-Boyd North Steyne Cancer Institute NSW Patrol of the Year Bilgola Patrol 14 Bilgola SNB President President's Award Matt Molinia Dee Why Dee Why RSL Club Rescue of the Year Whale Beach December 2017 Whale Beach Thredbo Services Team SNB TIPS Team SNB Westfield Warringah Mall Surf Life Saver David Price Freshwater Speedo Surf Sports Team Open F R&R Team Freshwater ICMS Trainer Tim Cuthbert Manly URM Volunteer David Cowell North Steyne Speedo Young Athlete Zach Morris Newport St George Foundation Young Surf Life Saver Trae Hare-Boyd North Steyne Northern Beaches Council Young Volunteer Sophie Rothery Whale Beach TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 15

16 DIRECTORS CHOICE AWARDS Raymond Matthew Brown, Radio Operators Award Winner: Adrian Hill This award was well deserved after the number of hours Adrian spent working tirelessly with SLSNSW, Northern Beaches Council and Karera Communications in the installation, upgrade and programming of all the radios across Sydney Northern Beaches. He then spent more hours testing the transmitters and notorious blackspots along our beaches and headlands ensuring the network was available on the first day of the season. Adrian managed all the enquiries and troubleshooting when errors were being reported. It is thanks to Adrian that our Surfcom operators, clubs and lifeguards had a new digital network available in time for the season. Support Services Award Winner: Kieran Menzies Kieran was presented this award after the years he has spent as a Duty Officer, After Hours Duty Officer and mentoring new DO s. He is also the RWC facilitator, spends his winters assisting with training new RWC operators over 12 weeks and has been investigating new RWC rescue techniques from external providers to incorporate into our training program. This is on top of his regular club patrol hours, IRB racing, power craft panel member and Trainer and Assessor. The Support Services Award is a new award that was introduced by the SNB Branch in the 2016/17 season. 16 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

17 The Harry Ragan Award was named in memory of the Avalon Beach SLSC late Life Member. Harry originally funded the annual award for outstanding service by a Board of Education member for their contribution to education and support services. Harry was also a Life Member of SNB Branch and SLSNSW. He passed away in April, 1974 shortly before he was to be formally presented with his State Life Membership badge. We had joint winners: Steve Haggett, North Narrabeen SLSC/ Dee Why SLSC and Geoff Raper, North Palm Beach SLSC. Steve s contribution is to education and the TIPS team who provide support and critical incident support to our members. Geoff s contribution is to education and Support Services in the form of jetski operator, Duty Officer and After Hours Duty Officer. The Cedric T Walton Award for Competition Recording was established to remember this Life Memberof Branch who was also a long-standing member of North Steyne SLSC. Cedric carried out recording duties over many years at Branch, State and Australian Championship carnivals. As we all know, without officials, we would not be able to run carnivals. One role that is often overlooked is the role of the recorder. Without a recorder, we would not have results and no point scores. Debbie Doyle, Manly LSC, was the recipient of this award for her tireless work recording results at numerous carnivals. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 17

18 LIFESAVING Glenn Tolan Director of Lifesaving As the sun sets, we are thankful for another safe summer season and fun on the beach. I would like to personally thank my predecessor Geoff Raper for his knowledge he shares with me. I would also like to thank my fellow Directors, staff and my Board of Lifesaving for their support through my first year as Director of Lifesaving and also Belinda Dobson. Deputy Director: Lara Boyle Duty Operations Advisor: Rohan Fisher Power Craft Advisor: Graham Howard Emergency Services Advisor: Steve Faddy Radio Advisor: Adrian Hill TIPS: Trish Newton Patrol Audit Advisor: Keith Abraham Junior Lifesaving Advisor: Andy Cross I had the benefit to see the enormous value we collectively provide to the community across the Sydney northern beaches and I thank everyone involved in each of the 21 clubs for their commitment and dedication both on the beach and behind the scenes. As the statistics below illustrate, it has been a very busy season: 2017/18 Season Visitors 3,080,226 Preventatives 33,590 Rescues 827 First Aids 2,619 Total Hours Patrolled 152, Key Initiatives At the start of the season, I scheduled five sessions and had the opportunity to meet with 158 patrol captains across the 21 clubs. The purpose was not only to meet the captains, but also share information on the changes for the season ahead. This year we embraced new technology. Our first major change was the roll out of the new digital radio network. The clarity of transmissions is far superior to the previous analogue network. This is essential with the recording of all transmissions on Ch3 and removes many of the blackspots enabling better communications. As with all rollouts, there were teething issues and these were resolved quickly. This change also involved all the Northern Beaches Council lifeguard s radios reprogrammed to the same network. We also had the introduction of the new Samsung tablet with the Patrol Operations App. This was delivered by SLSA and rolled out in NSW with the intention of easing the administration burden from paper patrol logs to digital integration with the Surfguard administration system. As with all new implementations, there are often improvements that are identified. Thank you to the clubs who persisted with the use of the app throughout the season. Feedback was provided to SLSA and we look forward to an enhanced version next season. The past season saw the introduction of trialling drones. There was a very successful trial in Far North Coast NSW and Northern Beaches Council partnered with the ALS (Australian Lifeguard Service) Lifeguards to conduct a trial in the northern beaches with one drone based at Bilgola and the other at Freshwater Headland. Next season, in collaboration with SLSNSW, we hope to launch a new Drone Support Services. Sydney Northern Beaches Executive has been working closely with Northern Beaches Council on the future of the beach safety model service. An independent risk consultant was engaged to conduct a survey of all the beaches and holistically review the current beach safety model. The council has confirmed that the existing model will be in place next season and we will continue working with them to determine the model going forward. Major Incidents All Clubs performed a number of excellent rescues and these were recognised as part of Rescue of the Month. However, there are two particular rescues that merit a mention here: Two particular families were grateful for the quick actions from Patrol 9, led by Suzy Bownes (PC) from Whale Beach on December 23, 2017 after a successful resuscitation and treatment of a patient with secondary drowning symptoms. Not only was this two successful rescues concurrently, it utilised our full support services team, including RWC, Duty Officer and TIPS. At North Narrabeen, Emma Just and Melanie Lopes were on their first patrol after achieving their Bronze Medallion and prevented a disaster happening when a member of the public high on drugs, and suffering seizures, attempted to hijack the SSV and drive along the crowded beach. With courage they managed to prevent this from happening until the Police and Ambulance arrived and took the patient to hospital. 18 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

19 Unfortunately, this past season, one life was lost during patrol hours. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. It was a tourist who passed away from medical conditions while in the surf. To all the members involved in this incident, please acknowledge that you all provided a highly professional service and an extra thank you to the two patrol members who supported the family at the scene and hospital. It is a reminder of the importance of the value and service that we provide to the community. While we enjoy our time on the beach, we should not forget our core service is lifesaving. We also recognised two other rescues, a resuscitation at Shelley Beach and a rescue on the North Coast, both by off duty patrol members. This illustrates the importance and benefit to the community by so many people having lifesaving skills. Support Services Our support services team had another busy season. On behalf of SNB Branch, I would like to thank Rohan Fisher who served on the Board of Lifesaving for a number of years overseeing the duty officers as well as being club captain at South Narrabeen SLSC. We wish him all the best as he relocates to the north coast. Our team of 19 Duty Officers collectively completed 718 hours in addition to the team of 6 after hours Duty Officers on call 24x7 all year round. During the season we received 67 13Surf calls. The 49 RWC Operators accumulated 1,627.5 hours, performed 78 rescues and 212 preventatives. A special thank you to David Price (Freshwater) 102 hours, Robert Cox (North Palm Beach) 98 hours, Clive Thompson (Collaroy) 97 hours who contributed significant amount of their time on top of their club patrol hours. I would also like to thank Freshwater, Newport and North Palm Beach clubs for hosting our support RWC s and assisting the operators throughout the season. The professional voices of our 29 Surfcom Operators were on air for 1, hours. The TIPS team of 12, only visible when we need their experience and support most, attended 12 traumatic incidents (two external from SNB). Thank you to our team of five Patrol Auditors, for each auditing 21 clubs and providing a balanced score which clubs receive financial reward. Thank you to the six members of the Powercraft Panel, who provide guidance on powercraft incidents and deliver the RWC training and manage the three support RWC teams throughout the season. Branch Awards of the Year Young Lifesaver: Trae Hare-Boyd (North Steyne SLSC) Lifesaver: David Price (Freshwater SLSC) Patrol Captain: Tracey Hare-Boyd (North Steyne SLSC) Patrol: Bilgola Patrol 14 Services Team: TIPS TEAM TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 19

20 SUPPORT SERVICES RWC Operators Howard Fitzgibbon North Narrabeen Surfcom Operators Adam Kent Long Reef James Crittenden Freshwater Adrian Hill Newport Aidan Clark Bungan Beach James Leggett-Budden Warriewood Andrew Gibson Dee Why Adrian Hill Newport Jen Spencer Warriewood Anne Gleason Manly Alan Moran Avalon Beach John Lewin Whale Beach Anne Henshaw Dee Why Alex Buckton Narrabeen Beach Joshua Buckton Narrabeen Beach Belinda Dobson Freshwater Andrew Cross North Narrabeen Kevork Temisgian Newport Christopher Roberts Newport Ben Neighbour Palm Beach Kieran Menzies Newport Ella Doughty North Steyne Clive Thompson Collaroy Lara Boyle Whale Beach Geoffrey Hale Whale Beach Craig Phillips Long Reef Matthew Chapman North Steyne Grace Seaglove North Steyne Darren Armitage Dee Why Matthew Edwards Newport Indya Hogan North Steyne David Murray North Curl Curl Michael Tuck Palm Beach Janet Hall Manly David Price Freshwater Nicholas Timm Bungan Beach Jenna Collins North Steyne David Stead North Palm Beach Nick Sampson Avalon Beach Jessica Menzies Newport Deon Rowe Doug Lucas Geoff Hale Geoff Raper George Van Dyck Glenn Jones Glenn Tolan Grant Shapcott Guyren Smith Harry Smith Herve Vichemont Duty Officers Adam Kent Adrian Hill Adrienne Lowe Freshwater Narrabeen Beach Whale Beach North Palm Beach North Steyne North Narrabeen Mona Vale South Narrabeen Newport Whale Beach Dee Why Long Reef Newport Dee Why Peter Carter Peter Finch Richard Budd Richard Rogers Rob Davies Robert Cox Robin Barham Steve Faddy Tim Cuthbert Wal Dobrow Warren Howard Avalon Beach Newport Freshwater Bilgola Palm Beach North Palm Beach Manly Bilgola Manly Freshwater North Palm Beach Joanne Cooper Karen Ure Lachlan Gardner Lorelle Kinsey Marianne Troop Mellanie Richardson Mia Stevens Rowena Clarke Severine Delerue Stanley Buckman Tracey Hare-Boyd Trae Hare-Boyd Valentin Delerue Warwick Blackman Zoran Avtarovski North Steyne North Steyne Surfcom Warriewood North Curl Curl Surfcom North Steyne Dee Why North Narrabeen Manly North Steyne North Steyne North Narrabeen South Narrabeen Newport Andrew Cross Bryn Russell Colin Dagger Douglas Lucas Gemma Margiotta Geoff Raper Glenn Jones Glenn Tolan Kieran Menzies Matt Pacey Paul Milinkovic Richard Andjelkovic Rob Cook North Narrabeen South Curl Curl Queenscliff Long Reef Manly North Palm Beach North Narrabeen Mona Vale Newport Newport Freshwater Newport Narrabeen TIPS Team Alan Butler Anthony Tier Gary Beauchamp Judy Tier Karen Ure Kate Munro Kaz Marks Kerry Seipelt Patricia Newton Skye Storey Steve Haggett Queenscliff Manly North Curl Curl Manly North Steyne North Steyne Narrabeen Beach Queenscliff Dee Why Narrabeen Beach North Narrabeen Rohan Fisher Steven Faddy South Narrabeen Bilgola Susan Hart Collaroy Tracey Hare-Boyd North Steyne

21 PATROL AUDITS PATROL HOURS Placing Club Audit total 1 Queenscliff Bungan Beach Dee Why North Palm Beach North Steyne Freshwater South Narrabeen Newport Narrabeen Long Reef Palm Beach Manly Avalon Beach Mona Vale Bilgola North Narrabeen North Curl Curl South Curl Curl Whale Beach Collaroy Warriewood 1514 Club Total Hours Performed by Members Hours Beach Patrolled North Palm Beach 2, Palm Beach 10, Whale Beach 6, Avalon Beach 8, Bilgola 7, Newport 11, Bungan Beach 2, Mona Vale 7, Warriewood 6, North Narrabeen 5, Narrabeen Beach 4, South Narrabeen 3, Collaroy 5, Long Reef 5, Dee Why 7, North Curl Curl 5, South Curl Curl 4, Freshwater 10, Queenscliff 9, North Steyne 7, Manly 14, SNB - Duty Officers n/a SNB - RWC Group 1, n/a SNB - TIPS Team 1, n/a SNB - Surfcom Members 1, n/a TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 21

22 North Palm Beach RESCUE STATISTICS Palm Beach Whale Beach Avalon Beach Bilgola Newport Bungan Beach Mona Vale Warriewood North Narrabeen Narrabeen Beach South Narrabeen RESCUES No Gear Rescue Tube Rescue Board IRB RWVC ORB RIB JRB Surfboat Helicopter Surfboard Other Total Rescues FIRST AID Fractures/ Dislocation Major Marine Stings Major Wounds Minor Cuts/ Abrasions Minor Marine Stings Other Resuscitation Spinal Total First Aid PREVENTATIVE ACTIONS Lost Children Preventions 1,262 1, Searches Shark Alarm Total Preventative Actions 1,266 1, Estimated Beach Attendance * 23,577 25,833 18,313 38,095 51, ,058 10, ,007 14, ,195 53,099 22,874 * Beach attendance figures are estimated using information collected by patrols and Council lifeguards 22 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

23 Collaroy Long Reef Dee Why North Curl Curl South Curl Curl Freshwater Queenscliff North Steyne Manly SNB Duty Officers SNB RWC Service TOTAL RESCUES No Gear Rescue Tube Rescue Board IRB RWVC ORB RIB JRB Surfboat Helicopter Surfboard Other Total Rescues FIRST AID Fractures/ Dislocation Major Marine Stings Major Wounds Minor Cuts/ Abrasions Minor ,866 Marine Stings Other Resuscitation Spinal Total First Aid ,619 PREVENTATIVE ACTIONS Lost Children Preventions ,366 3, ,474 2,771 5,133 9, ,367 Searches Shark Alarm Total Preventative Actions ,379 3, ,522 2,784 5,138 9, ,590 Estimated Beach Attendance * 161,060 52, , , , , , , ,808 n/a n/a 3,080,226 TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 23

24 EDUCATION Adrienne Lowe - Director of Education The SNB Education team had another jam packed season across the Branch during the 2017/18 season. The team endured updates, upgrades, re-endorsements, professional development sessions, Award changes and the Club Educheck audit. To top it off all Trainers, Assessors and Facilitators who hold the Certificate IV now have to complete two additional units of competency to retain their Cert IV training status. This past season there was an overall increase in the number of awards; SLS Sydney Northern Beaches now has the largest number of Training Officers, Assessors and Facilitators than any other Branch across the State. We process more awards and proficiencies than any other Branch. The number of new education awards increased from 8,820 to 9,093, IRB Crew awards increased by nearly 20 per cent over the previous season. There were 93 Central Venue Assessments held across the Branch. 23 members gained their Certificate IV in Training and Assessment resulting in an increase in the number of Facilitators. We were able to offer a record number of Spinal Management, Silver Medallion Beach Management, Silver Medallion Aquatic Rescue and Training Officer Courses. Branch added four new courses to the portfolio being the Surfcom Operator Induction, Silver Medallion Communications Centre Operator and working in conjunction with Member Services, Mental Health First Aid and Member Protection Information Officer. All this would not have been possible without the dedication and support of all members involved in Education. Season in Review Training Officer, Assessor and Facilitator (TAF) Development Our Education teams are required to attend pre-season updates, professional development, remain proficient (if the award requires) and complete an on-line re-endorsement form to remain current. Branch now offers re endorsement sessions every season to complement other update requirements. Updates are scheduled at no cost to clubs or members. Thank you to Collaroy SLSC and Newport SLSC for providing the venue for this past season s updates, also a huge thank you to the Facilitators Tracey Hare- Boyd, Ray Merton, Peter Fenley, Guyren Smith, Kim Spicer, Tim Cuthbert, Michael Berry, Jeff Nesbitt and Aidan Clarke who managed to make the sessions not only relevant but also fun with quizzes, prizes and give a-ways. The revised Cert IV Training and Assessment package update mentioned earlier will affect the delivery of courses, with major changes in the Vocational Education Training (VET) industry regarding supervisory models that affect the assessment processes. In preparation for the change, SLSNSW ran a Cert IV for our members pre-season. Fortunately, our existig Central Venue process aligns closely with the new requirements. In relation to industry requirements, a special mention and thanks to Mike Le Geyt who developed the SNB TEAM APP bringing mentor/mentee information and tracking into the 21 st Century. The App has given members easy access to education news, events, and assessments. It contains a live education calendar and has the ability to allow mentors to monitor probationary TAF progress. Congratulations to the Branch Awards of Excellence winners and I thank the clubs who put forward nominations to recognise their education volunteers; Training Officer of the Year Tim Cuthbert (Manly LSC), Assessor of the Year Frank Traugott (North Steyne SLSC), Facilitator of the Year Mike Le Geyt (South Curl Curl SLSC). Special recognition must be given to this year s joint winners of the Harry Ragan Award- Steve Haggett, North Narrabeen and Dee Why SLSC and Geoff Raper, North Palm Beach SLSC Award Overview GOLD MEDALLION Andy Cross once again managed to inflict enthusiasm into this premier advanced Surf Life Saving Award. A record 26 members gained their Gold Medallion. SLSNSW adopted and updated our Branch Gold Assessment guidelines providing clarity on the assessment process across the State. SILVER MEDALLION and FACILITATED COURSES Jess Menzies yet again managed to juggle volunteer duties at Club and Branch levels. Jess has been an invaluable part of the Advisory Panel for a number of seasons and has made significant inroads into the delivery and management of facilitated awards. This Branch pioneered the revamping of the Training Officer course in conjunction with Judy Spicer from SLSNSW. There was a new format for 24 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

25 Spinal Management encouraging the use of the e-learning platform which reduced the face to face and practical content of the course to less than two hours. A total of 151 members completed a Spinal Management course, as opposed to 64 the previous season. The most popular course was the SMAR Course which more than doubled in numbers over previous seasons. BRONZE MEDALLION Thank you to Lindsay Davis for managing the largest portfolio within the Surf Lifesaving Education portfolio (with diplomacy, patience and always a smile). Lindsay continues to improve our Central Venue processes making a huge difference to training and assessing this key lifesaving award. Lindsay s experience in surf lifesaving at patrol, Club and Branch level has proved invaluable in ensuring Bronze training meets industry and patrol standards. POWERCRAFT This is an area of education that gears up over the winter months particularly with RWC training, assessment and proficiencies. Thank you to Graham Howard and the North Palm Beach SLSC for supporting RWC training. Thank you to the Powercraft Panel who regularly meet to discuss and improve training and assessment across the Branch. Our Branch now leads the way in RWC training. IRB assessments have aligned with industry requirements and this process would not have been possible without the work behind the scenes from the Powercraft panel. Thanks to this team for their continued professionalism and experience. ARTC During the season, SLSA issued new Learner Guides and Assessments Portfolios for the ARTC award. The challenge was to implement those new resources into our current assessment processes. As a result Gary Beauchamp spent many hours developing and streamlining Central Venue Guidelines. For the first time guidelines have been made available on-line for all ARTC candidates, Training Officers and Assessors to view. ARTC Assessments expanded to allow clubs to host assessments and I sincerely thank Gary and the team for their work ensuring and maintaining the high standards we have come to expect from new ARTC holders on patrol. SURF RESCUE CERTIFICATE SLSA incorporated the Radio Operator Certificate into the SRC award mid-season. Planning ahead, Branch adopted the change so nearly all SRC candidates were trained and assessed in radio skills and gained the Radio Operator Certificate. Thanks to David Vinson for his assistance with the pre-season work to ensure assessment guidelines were up to date with the changes. Thank you Thanks to every Club CTO. It s important to remember educational programs could not occur within our Clubs without the Trainers, Assessors and Facilitators who give up their time to ensure that members are competent. Without these dedicated volunteers we simply would not be able to deliver quality training to our front line surf lifesavers. The Branch staff did an exceptional job over the season. Their assistance has been invaluable. Particular thanks to our Lifesaving and Education Co-ordinator, Freshie member Belinda Dobson. Belinda was instrumental in ensuring the season updates were relevant, informative and entertaining. Belinda continues to be an asset to Branch Education and Lifesaving. Thank you to the Education Advisory Panel, to my fellow Directors and the support given to Branch by Judy Spicer, Steve Allan, Louise Cooke at SLSNSW and Pamela Simon at SLSA. Looking Ahead Exciting news on the education front with Government funding at the State level set aside to digitise as many of the training resources as possible which are to include forms, attendance lists, recording of assessment results and eventually proficiency results. We are hoping that there will be something available for some SNB clubs to trial/test next season. For clubs this means less paperwork and a reduction in number of forms. Hopefully, clubs will have the ability to track proficiencies online saving hours of administration. Over the off season we ll be working closely with SLSA, State and the Academy to ensure resources meet expectations of members. Fewer meetings! BoE meetings will be held bi-monthly. By reducing the number of meetings members (and the Director) have to attend will allow scope for specific portfolio meetings to be held if needed. Finally, planning is already underway to build on our educational achievements. We can all look forward to training and assessing new patrol members, increasing our own qualifications and strengthening our capabilities in public safety and aquatic rescue. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 25

26 North Palm Beach Palm Beach Whale Beach Avalon Beach Bilgola Newport AWARD STATISTICS Bungan Beach Mona Vale Warriewood North Narrabeen Narrabeen Beach SERVICE AWARDS 10 Year Assessing Service Certificate 10 Year Coaching Service Certificate 4 10 Year National Patrol Service Year Officiating Service Certificate 1 15 Year Assessing Service Certificate Year Coaching Service Certificate Year National Patrol Service Year Officiating Service Certificate Year Training Service Certificate 20 Year National Patrol Service 1 25 Year Long Service Award Year Long Service Award Year National Patrol Service 2 40 Year Long Servic 1 5 Year Age Manager Service Certificate 5 Year Assessing Service Certificate 5 Year Coaching Service Certificate 2 5 Year National Patrol 1 Service Award 5 Year Officiating Service Certificate 50 Year Long Service Award Year Long Service Award Year Long Service Award 1 JUNIOR AWARDS Junior Activities Age Manager Online Theory Junior Activities Age Manager Course Surf Aware One Surf Aware Two Surf Play One Surf Play Two Surf Safe One Surf Safe Two Surf Smart One Surf Smart Two Surf Survival EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

27 South Narrabeen Collaroy Long Reef Dee Why North Curl Curl South Curl Curl Freshwater Queenscliff North Steyne Manly Surf School TOTAL SERVICE AWARDS 10 Year Assessing Service Certificate Year Coaching Service Certificate 4 10 Year National Patrol Service Year Officiating Service Certificate 1 15 Year Assessing Service Certificate 2 15 Year Coaching Service Certificate 2 15 Year National Patrol Service Year Officiating Service Certificate Year Training Service Certificate Year National Patrol Service Year Long Service Award Year Long Service Award Year National Patrol Service 2 40 Year Long Servic Year Age Manager Service Certificate Year Assessing Service Certificate Year Coaching Service Certificate 2 5 Year National Patrol Service Award Year Officiating Service 1 1 Certificate 50 Year Long Service Award Year Long Service Award Year Long Service Award 2 3 JUNIOR AWARDS Junior Activities Age Manager Online Theory Junior Activities 4 4 Age Manager Course Surf Aware One Surf Aware Two Surf Play One Surf Play Two Surf Safe One Surf Safe Two Surf Smart One Surf Smart Two Surf Survival TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 27

28 North Palm Beach AWARD STATISTICS Palm Beach Whale Beach Avalon Beach Bilgola Newport Bungan Beach Mona Vale Warriewood North Narrabeen Narrabeen Beach PATROLLING/LIFESAVING AWARDS Advanced Resuscitation Techniques [AID] ATV Operator Induction Bronze Medallion Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue) First Aid [AID] Gold Medallion (Advanced Lifesaving) IRB Crew Certificate ORB Crew Certificate 1 1 Pain Management Certificate Radio Operator Certificate Rescue Water Craft 1 2 Operator Certificate Resuscitation [AID] Silver Medallion Advanced First Aid [AID] Silver Medallion Aquatic Rescue Silver Medallion Beach Management Silver Medallion 1 1 Communications Centre Operator Silver Medallion IRB Driver Spinal Management Surf Rescue Certificate (CPR Endorsed) SURF SPORTS AWARDS Carnival ESO 1 1 (Emergency Services Officer) SS - ASADA level 1 Anti doping SS - ASC Community Coaching General Principles SS - ASC Officiating General Principles 3 6 SS - Core Official 2 5 SS - Core Official Online Theory Modules SS - Craft Scrutineer Official SS - Development Coach Beach SS - Development Coach Board SS - Development Coach Iron SS - Development Coach Online Theory Modules SS - Development Coach Pool Rescue SS - Development Coach Ski 28 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

29 South Narrabeen Collaroy Long Reef Dee Why North Curl Curl South Curl Curl Freshwater Queenscliff North Steyne Manly Surf School TOTAL PATROLLING/LIFESAVING AWARDS Advanced Resuscitation Techniques [AID] ATV Operator Induction Bronze Medallion Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue) First Aid [AID] Gold Medallion (Advanced Lifesaving) IRB Crew Certificate ORB Crew Certificate 2 Pain Management Certificate Radio Operator Certificate Rescue Water Craft 1 4 Operator Certificate Resuscitation [AID] Silver Medallion Advanced First Aid [AID] Silver Medallion Aquatic Rescue Silver Medallion Beach Management Silver Medallion 1 3 Communications Centre Operator Silver Medallion IRB Driver Spinal Management Surf Rescue Certificate (CPR Endorsed) SURF SPORTS AWARDS Carnival ESO (Emergency Services Officer) 1 3 SS - ASADA level 1 Anti doping 1 1 SS - ASC Community Coaching General Principles SS - ASC Officiating General Principles SS - Core Official SS - Core Official Online Theory Modules SS - Craft Scrutineer Official SS - Development Coach Beach SS - Development Coach Board SS - Development Coach Iron SS - Development Coach Online Theory Modules SS - Development Coach Pool Rescue 1 1 SS - Development Coach Ski TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 29

30 North Palm Beach Palm Beach Whale Beach Avalon Beach Bilgola Newport Bungan Beach Mona Vale Warriewood North Narrabeen Narrabeen Beach SURF SPORTS AWARDS Cont SS - Development Coach Surf Boat SS - Development Coach Swim SS - Foundation Coach SS - Foundation Coach Online Theory Modules SS - Performance Coach Surf Boat 1 1 SS - S3 Boat Sweep Accreditation SS - Senior Official 1 SS - Technical Official Finish Judge/ Time Keeper/ Recorder SS - Technical Official Marshall/ Check-Marshall SS - Technical Official 1 Online Theory Modules SS - Technical Official Starter/ Check-Starter Surf Official Level Surf Official Level 3 EDUCATION AWARDS Trainng Officer Certificate Training Officer Advanced 1 Resuscitation Techniques [AID] Training Officer Bronze Medallion 1 3 Training Officer IRB Training Officer RWC 2 Assessor Certificate Assessor Advanced Resuscitation Techniques [AID] Assessor Bronze Medallion Assessor Gold Medallion (Advanced Lifesaving) 1 1 Assessor IRB 2 1 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment Diploma of Training 1 Design and Development Diploma of Vocational 1 Education and Training Facilitator Pain Management 1 Facilitator Silver Medallion Beach Management Facilitator Silver Medallion Communications Centre Operator Facilitator Spinal Management Facilitator Trainer Grand Total EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

31 South Narrabeen Collaroy Long Reef Dee Why North Curl Curl South Curl Curl Freshwater Queenscliff North Steyne Manly Surf School TOTAL SURF SPORTS AWARDS Cont SS - Development Coach Surf Boat SS - Development Coach Swim SS - Foundation Coach SS - Foundation Coach 2 2 Online Theory Modules SS - Performance Coach Surf Boat 2 SS - S3 Boat Sweep Accreditation 1 1 SS - Senior Official SS - Technical Official Finish Judge/ Time Keeper/ Recorder SS - Technical Official Marshall/ Check-Marshall SS - Technical Official 1 Online Theory Modules SS - Technical Official Starter/Check-Starter Surf Official Level Surf Official Level EDUCATION AWARDS Trainng Officer Certificate Training Officer Advanced Resuscitation Techniques [AID] 1 2 Training Officer Bronze Medallion Training Officer IRB 1 5 Training Officer RWC 1 3 Assessor Certificate 1 7 Assessor Advanced Resuscitation Techniques [AID] 1 1 Assessor Bronze Medallion Assessor Gold Medallion (Advanced Lifesaving) 2 Assessor IRB Certificate IV in Training and Assessment Diploma of Training 1 Design and Development Diploma of Vocational 1 Education and Training Facilitator Pain Management 1 Facilitator Silver Medallion 1 1 Beach Management Facilitator Silver Medallion 1 1 Communications Centre Operator Facilitator Spinal Management 1 1 Facilitator Trainer 1 1 Grand Total , ,087 TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 31

32 ASSESSORS, FACILITATORS & CTO S Assessors North Palm Beach Geoff Raper Geoffrey Hale Kim Spicer Kristen Sutherland (nee Raper) Robert Cox Walter Dobrow Warren Howard Palm Beach (NSW) Alistair Shields Benjamin Neighbour Catherine Quayle Douglas Lucas Robert Davies Scott Mathers Sean McLintock Thomas Rees Whale Beach Geoffrey Hale Harry Smith Lara Boyle Avalon Beach Andrew Crow Beverley Tilbury Jeffrey Nesbitt Louise Lindop Michael Thomas Peter Akehurst Terry Barber Bilgola Beach Craig Poppleton Isabelle Schmidt Kaz Marks Peter Fenley Steven Faddy Newport Ben Cummins Bernard Howard Brendan Menzies Douglas Menzies Grant Dargue Guyren Smith Jessica Menzies Kieran Menzies Leanne Budd Michael Rosic Peter Finch Rob Barkley Sandy Menzies Bungan Beach Aidan Clark Rod McGibbon Mona Vale Andrew Hjorth Gregory Hyde Michael Wasley Rick Harris Robert Stokes Ross James Stephen Miles Warriewood Beverley Tilbury Rick Harris North Narrabeen Andrew Cross Angie Thorpe Glenn Jones Gordon Coburn Howard Fitzgibbon Jason Tydeman Michael Gencher Steve Haggett Narrabeen Beach Douglas Lucas Kaz Marks Matthew Murphy Paul O'Keefe Richard Whipp Robert Cook Collaroy Andrew Sole Elizabeth Green Gregory MacMahon Marianne Troop Phillip Mickan Tamara Sole Long Reef Adam Kent Andrew Robson Anthony Short Kristie Debney Margaret Pearson Peter Selosse Samantha Dransfield Dee Why Adrienne Lowe Allen Lakeman Darren Armitage David Spink Gregory Punch Matthew Molinia Steve Haggett Vivienne Cresswell North Curl Curl Clare Hagon Gary Beauchamp Phil Godbee Ray Merton Steven Atkins South Curl Curl Bryn Russell Christopher Smith Craig Blake Glenn Everingham Kevin Moffat Michael Berry Michael Le Geyt Steve Birch Freshwater Andrew McEwen Belinda Dobson Craig Blake David Torevell Edward Farrell Jonathan Farrell Kelly Dobrow Lindsay Davis Richard Budd Stephen Davis Susan Walmsley Walter Dobrow Queenscliff Alicia Robledo Barry Antella OAM Colin Dagger David Torevell Garry Fox Gavin May Kerry Seipelt Paul Schott Paul Taylor Rodger Whiteman Samantha Cleary Terence Boardman OAM North Steyne Adam Traugott David Vinson Frans Traugott Joe Mastrangelo Keith Abraham Paul Mathew Rebecca Chapman Richard Donaldson Shannon Job Tracey Hare-Boyd Manly Alicia Robledo Anthony Tier Frances Brenchley Gemma Margiotta Greg Pooley Lauren Elder Michael Shipton Sophie Tyner Terence Boardman OAM Timothy Cuthbert 32 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

33 Facilitators Chief Training Officers North Palm Beach Kim Spicer Avalon Beach Louise Lindop Newport Adrian Hill Jessica Menzies Kieran Menzies Sandy Menzies Mona Vale Glenn Tolan Michael Wasley North Narrabeen Glenn Jones Steve Haggett Collaroy Marianne Troop Dee Why Adrienne Lowe Steve Haggett North Curl Curl Clare Hagon Gary Beauchamp South Curl Curl Michael Le Geyt Freshwater Kelly Dobrow Queenscliff Barry Antella OAM North Steyne Shannon Job Tracey Hare-Boyd Manly Frances Brenchley Tony Tier North Palm Beach Warren Howard Palm Beach Tim Markovitch Whale Beach Georgia Roberts Avalon Beach Stephen Broderick Bilgola Peter Fenley Newport Guyren Smith Bungan Beach Sarah Robinson Mona Vale Glenn Smee Warriewood Kath Gunn North Narrabeen Gordon Coburn Narrabeen Beach Rob Cook South Narrabeen Jake Warner Collaroy Karla MacBean Long Reef Justin Utteridge Dee Why Matthew Molinia North Curl Curl Alexander Wye South Curl Curl Michael Le Geyt Freshwater John Goldrick Queenscliff Garry Fox North Steyne Kyra Jenkins Manly Fraser McTavish TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 33

34 MEMBER SERVICES Tracey Hare-Boyd Director Member Services Member Services had a great season and a lot of initiatives and projects were realised and accomplished. We are already working on the coming season. Member Services covers all portfolios of surf life saving and it was appropriate that the team is at the forefront of each portfolio. Member Services had a dynamic panel who worked for the good of the membership. The panel worked hard to put programs and initiatives in place and I was fortunate to have this team of hard working individuals, who worked together well because of their knowledge and expertise in their respective areas. I would like to start by thanking our SNB Branch President, Doug Menzies along with my fellow Directors, Shannon Job, Lance Barnes, Adrienne Lowe, Darren Warrener and Glenn Tolan. Because Member Services is an overall scope, I had the pleasure of dealing with the Branch staff. Steve McInnes, Jen Huston, Belinda Dobson, Marcial Nunura and John Taylor all provided invaluable assistance and advice at the drop of a hat. Of special mention, I thank Jen Huston. Jen continues to assist Member Services along with her managerial role within the Branch office. Jen has been irreplaceable in assisting me with keeping my projects and initiatives on track, achievable and Jen s innovative and artistic ideas are invaluable. It s important to remember that my fellow Directors and Branch staff are members of Clubs themselves. The Directors and staff are all experiencing the everyday challenges that our club members face first hand. My core panel also needs recognition. This group of hardworking individuals helped to bring new ideas, printed information and programs to the Branch for the benefit of our Club Directors and club members. The panel consisted of: Deputy Director - Adrian Hill Lifesaving Advisor- Geoff Raper Cadets/Age Managers - Mike Stanley-Jones Advisers - Dannii Edwards and Steve Polley Advisors - Ella Cook and Sam LeGeyt JLOTY Advisors - Sarah Kinghorn and Trae Hare-Boyd I had the opportunity of working closely with Member Services portfolio at SLSNSW over the season. I extend my thanks for their assistance with queries and programs and congratulate them on their successfully run programs listed within this report. Club Sustainability Program Working with SLSNSW, each club within SNB was given access to their Club Sustainability Report. This is a report distributed by SLSNSW and contains relevant information about membership, education, surf sports and lifesaving requirements. The report listed areas where clubs need to focus on to comply with requirements and assists in the forwarding and strategic planning for a club s sustainability. This is the third successive year this report has been produced and aids in the tracking of each club s sustainability from the previous year. This report also leads into the Quality Club Program once compliance through sustainability is reached. Junior Lifesaver of the Year The 2017/18 season Junior Lifesaver of the Year program was again boosted by a very high calibre of nominations. The judges were hard pressed to choose the two winners who would then go on to represent SNB at the State JLOTY. Thanks to judges, Lee Cooper, Trae Hare-Boyd and Geoff Raper. This was the first season that the Member Services panel has two JLOTY Advisers specifically appointed to assist the junior lifesavers who attended this season s program. Sarah and Trae did an exceptional job with organising and attending the workshop, assisting the candidates with their interview preparation and also working with the winners in preparing for their State JLOTY camp and interviews. It s always a great help to be guided by your peers when doing something new and Sarah and Trae were great role models to the candidates during the entire program. The workshop also gives the candidates a chance to meet and spend some time with their peers from neighbouring clubs. It starts out very quiet in the room and by lunch time, it seems like everyone has known each other for years. The candidates are always willing to share knowledge and past experiences. New friendships are made and the camaraderie throughout the workshop is evident. It was very positive to hear that some of the candidates had already introduced and implemented their ideas and programs into their club by the time they attended their JLOTY interview. We are always lucky 34 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

35 enough to have a group of motivated, passionate and inspirational SRCs. Each Club who provided a candidate this year was exceptionally well represented by their 13-year-old lifesavers as they showed their leadership potential at such a young age. They should all be individually congratulated on their achievements within their clubs. Winners were announced at a presentation evening held at the Branch HQ. I would like to extend my thanks to the Club Presidents who attended the evening to witness the future of the lifesaving movement representing their Clubs with such maturity. It was also nice to see the room filled with Juniors Activity Chairs, parents, siblings, friends and even Club Captains. This is a vitally important youth program for our Branch. We need to ensure we are nurturing and mentoring the youth of our Clubs leading them from nippers into cadetship and to ensure their longevity within our clubs and surf lifesaving. I would like to thank Deputy Mayor Candy Bingham for taking time out of her schedule to attend. Also Jason Falinski, MP and Member of Mackellar for attending, along with our SNB Branch President, Doug Menzies. Congratulations to Caoimhe Daly of Freshwater SLSC and Douglas Carroll of South Curl Curl SLSC on being selected Branch Junior Lifesavers of the Year. We also had two notable highly commended winners in Emma Worner and Edward Shelbourne, both from Manly LSC. Both Caoimhe and Douglas represented SNB extremely well at the State JLOTY interviews. I was lucky enough to again be a State JLOTY judge. Both Caoimhe and Douglas should be congratulated on the confidence and maturity shown during their interviews. I m sure that both will continue to do their clubs proud as they progress in their journey through surf lifesaving, not only at a club but Branch and state level. Congratulations to both Sarah and Trae on running a very successful program and I am glad that they have both agreed to be the 2018/19 JLOTY Advisers and I am looking forward to them producing another great program. Thank You Get Together On Friday, May 25 we held our annual Thank You evening. This evening is held in appreciation of time volunteered by members from Surf Sports, Education, Lifesaving, Support Services and Member Services. Those who attended were Officials, Education TAF s, Surfcom Operators, Lifesaving and Support Services Operators. During the evening, the Directors Choice Awards are announced. These awards consist of the Harry Ragan Award, Raymond Matthew Brown Radio Operator s Award, Cedric T Walton Award for Competition Recording and the Support Services Award. Thanks to Jen Huston for organising the evening and also to Warriewood SLSC for hosting the event. SLSW NSW Programs There are numerous SLSNSW facilitated programs and SNB is always well represented by candidates in all programs throughout the season. These programs always come highly recommended by all participants and hope that more members will join in and participate in these programs again next season as feedback is always very positive. Youth Opportunity Makers YOM s is the program that follows on from the JLOTY program and is a highly regarded program and very sought after by the youth of surf lifesaving. SNB has four successful applicants attending YOMs being Elliott Prasad, Narrabeen Beach SLSC, Henry McGilchrist, Avalon Beach SLSC, Lucille Moore, Bilgola SLSC and Grace Seaglove, Mona Vale SLSC. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 35

36 MEMBER SERVICES Lifesaving Exchange Program Lifesaving Exchange Program is a program that exchanges young adults from City to Country. This program is ever evolving and keeps the interest of our young adults as it also provides challenges within the course for the participants. SNB managed to secure four places within this program and those who attended were Ella Falzarano, North Steyne SLSC, Keelan Smith, Newport SLSC, Hamish Christie, Long Reef SLSC and Kyra Jenkins, North Steyne SLSC. New Zealand Lifesaving Exchange Program (Intermediate Lifeguard School) In addition to the Lifesaving Exchange program, the New Zealand Lifesaving Exchange (Intermediate Lifeguard School) program was also held. Hamish Christie was fortunate enough to be chosen by SLSNSW to attend this program and represent SLSSNB. Development Networking Program Another program that keeps getting better and better year after year. It is aimed at leaders within our organisation and aligns with the Lifesaving Exchange Program. SNB was represented by Joshua Ferris, Palm Beach SLSC, Molly Parker, North Steyne SLSC, Dannielle Edwards, North Steyne SLSC and Rebecca Cahill, Palm Beach SLSC. Awards of Excellence The culmination of a season s efforts for all members involved from patrollers, competitors, officials, training officers, assessors and facilitators, support services, initiatives and education programs to volunteers doing barbeque and kiosk shifts. The evening takes an enormous amount of organisation with the SNB Branch staff spending countless hours tallying up point scores, organising and setting up everything but no one more than Jen Huston who takes the event on and personally oversees every detail. Thanks to the staff for assisting but especially to Jen for the amount of hours spent on fine tuning all the details including theme, invitations and decorations, a lot of which is done after hours and off site. There is also a behind the scenes team of experts who help out and thanks to Kevin Green for the creative design, Vicki Huston and Bill Sheridan for photography and Jacqui Huston for her craft knowledge and implementation. Thanks also to our MC s for the evening, regular Shannon Job and newcomer Bailey Dwyer. Congratulations to all the winners of the awards for the 2017/18 season and I wish them all luck as they advance to the SLSNSW Awards of Excellence. The nominations received were all exceptional but I encourage all clubs to put forward nominations next season to ensure that their members are recognised for their efforts and achievements over the season. Member recognition is a vital and important part of our organisation and can play a part in the retention of club members. Combined Clubs Conference As Director, I again attended the Combined Clubs Conference run by SLSNSW. It is always useful to meet up with fellow Directors within the State and hear what their failures and successes have been. It is also a great opportunity to share ideas and work closely with the SLSNSW Member Services staff. Where To From Here? Member Services will continue to work closely with Education, Lifesaving, Surf Sports and Support Services to ensure all aspects of membership are being looked after for the benefit of the SNB Branch membership. Encouragement will be given to members to participate in programs run by SNB Branch, SLSNSW and SLSA. The Member Services panel put together several new initiatives such as the Patrol Captains Mentoring Program, Radio use protocols, Pathways programs and flyers such as What is out there for lifesavers other than patrolling and a similar initiative for the youth who want to do first aid and become a Surfcom operator. Mental Health First Aid courses where run through Member Services to ensure the wellbeing of our members. This will continue and we will be looking at introducing youth specific mental health courses. Youth networking days were held and proved to be a great success. This program also contained some mental health information for those attending. New projects and initiatives will be undertaken throughout the coming season aimed at member retention, recruitment and protection and I look forward to achieving more goals for the benefit of clubs and their members throughout the SNB Branch. Member Services has been and will continue to be on the front foot assisting Directors, Presidents and members with the implementation of new systems and protocols introduced by SLSA and SLSNSW whilst continuing to achieve strategic goals set within the Branch for the benefit of its membership. Encouragement and nurturing of our youth members will help to ensure the future of our organisation and also ensure the work that we are all doing now is carried on for years to come. As the Director of Member Services, I would like to thank every member of every club within our SNB Branch for their time spent volunteering on and off the beach. 36 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

37 Outstanding Support to Youth Award We introduced a new Director s Choice award this year which is specific to our youth. This falls under the Member Services portfolio and it is the Outstanding Support to Youth Services Award. The inaugural winner of this award was Avalon Beach SLSC. Avalon Beach has been a pioneer in all portfolios of surf life saving. A small team of personnel realised their youth numbers were falling and flagged that area of membership as a concern. As a Club, Avalon Beach SLSC took a group of U14 nippers, trained them in their SRC, mentored them onto patrols and introduced programs to keep these members engaged through their cadetship and encouraged and trained them through their Bronze Medallion. The club worked on programs that would engage this group of members as they went through from U14 to Bronze and would keep them interested, engaged whilst encouraging them to obtain higher awards resulting in higher skilled members for patrols. The programs continue to be used and adapted as the groups of SRC s move through the club as Avalon believe that each group of kids are different and the programs also needed to be adapted as the number of members within each starting SRC group continued to grow. Avalon also took their program overseas and continue to work with Singapore Nippers and the training of Age Managers. Member retention is important to clubs and the season s (2017/18) third quarter figures showed us tracking at 1,407 fewer members than at the same time during the previous season. Tracking of members has become important and clubs are now able to track their membership trends over quarters and seasons past. The table shows membership trends throughout the SNB Branch to the end of the third quarter. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 37

38 MEMBERSHIP STATISTICS North Palm Beach North Palm Beach Palm Beach Palm Beach Whale Beach Whale Beach Avalon Beach Bilgola Newport Mona Vale Mona Vale TOTAL MEMBERS 62 1, , , , Active (15-18 yrs) Female Male Active (18yrs and over) Female Male Associate Female Male Award Member Female Male Cadet Member (13-15 years) Female Male General Female Male Honorary Female Male Junior Activity Member (5-13 years) Female Male Leave / Restricted Female Male Life Member Female Male Long Service Female Male Non Member Participants 1 Female 1 Male Past Active Female Male Probationary Female Male Reserve Active Female Male PATROLLING MEMBERSHIP * Avalon Beach Bilgola Newport Bungan Beach Bungan Beach Warriewood Warriewood North Narrabeen North Narrabeen Narrabeen Beach Narrabeen Beach

39 South South Narrabeen Narrabeen Collaroy Collaroy Long Long Reef Reef Dee Why Dee Why North Curl Curl North Curl Curl South Curl Curl South Curl Curl Freshwater Freshwater TOTAL MEMBERS , ,767 1, ,884 18,733 Active (15-18 yrs) Female Male Active (18yrs and over) ,076 Female ,021 Male ,055 Associate ,218 Female Male ,267 Award Member Female Male Cadet Member (13-15 years) Female Male General ,557 Female ,160 Male ,397 Honorary Female Male Junior Activity Member (5-13 years) ,519 Female ,068 Male ,450 Leave / Restricted Female 3 3 Male Life Member Female Male Long Service ,200 Female Male ,046 Non Member Participants Female 1 2 Male Past Active Female 3 10 Male Probationary Female Male Reserve Active Female Male PATROLLING MEMBERSHIP * ,610 Queenscliff Queenscliff North Steyne North Steyne Manly Manly TOTAL Surf School Patrolling membership includes: Cadets, Active 15-18, Acive 18+, Reserve Active and Award members

40 THE SURF LIFE SAVING SCHOOL Marcial Nunura Surf Life Saving School Manager The Surf Life Saving School had another year of growth with more schools serviced than ever before. The professionalism of our staff, along with the quality and diversity of our programs ensures the school continues to build its customer base across Greater Sydney. Twelve years ago the school started by providing surf education programs to five different schools. In 2017/18, the school reached approximately 18,000 students from more than 75 schools in a range of programs from 45-minute in-school presentations to whole term programs on the beach. Our most popular program is our Surf Awareness program where primary school aged children visit the beach for three hours and are put through their paces by our energetic staff. They not only learn about surf safety but have a lot of fun in the process. Teachers appreciate our programs as they tick off parts of the curriculum whilst having a day on the beach. The Surf Awareness program continues to evolve with more activities for schools to choose from, ensuring a tailor made experience. The Cancer Institute NSW has once again funded our classroom programs. Without their support we would not have been able to reach more than 8,000 students this past season. Our staff travelled to a large number of Sydney schools promoting sun safety and delivering surf safety messages in a fun and interactive presentation. The RFi Group allows us to be able to support students with special needs by providing free programs. Their generosity allows us to work with special needs groups for the full school year, running programs on the beach and in the pool at no cost to them. Our Stewart House program continues to run, this being the 12 th year in a row. We are lucky enough to be involved with such a wonderful organisation providing beach and classroom programs for all their visiting students during the four terms of the school year. We thank the St George Foundation for their funding of this program. Our Surf Sports Intensive camps are a lot of fun. Kids are able to develop their competition and surf skills under the tutelage of the best coaches and athletes our Branch has to offer. This year, we ran camps at Collaroy and Freshwater with 132 nippers taking part over the two camps. We run a number of Bronze and SRC courses throughout the season, helping Clubs who are unable to run them and by giving individuals the opportunity to do the program in a five-day block instead of six to eight weeks. The school hires local Northern Beaches lifesavers to run each and every one of our programs. We had more than 70 staff members from our 21 clubs looking after our programs during the season. Next year looks to be a bigger year again and we hope to have 80 casual staff available throughout our busy season. Thank you to the Board of Directors, office staff and casual instructors for making the past season the biggest in the school s history. We hope to repeat the feat yet again. 40 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

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42 SURF SPORTS Darren Warrener Director Surf Sports Surf sports on the Northern Beaches is in a great position with competitors, Officials, Club coaches and Administrators all positive and supportive of the direction it has taken. There was an increase in shorter formatted carnivals and a move away from the traditional beach and water combined carnivals to water, beach and craft only carnivals. The decision was made to meet the needs of our ever changing lifestyles. It was pleasing to see clubs working together to deliver some fantastic carnivals and this was again demonstrated on the Australia Day weekend at Manly and Freshwater and also with Freshwater hosting the first ever Youth Pathway Cup event. Our Branch Championships continued with the split formats and back to one club hosting the championships with Collaroy performing an outstanding job. Club members should be proud of their achievement in hosting an outstanding event. Thanks also to North Narrabeen for assisting Collaroy for the beach events which had to be relocated north due to beach conditions. The BoSS is made up of 11 fantastic and dedicated Advisers who have a real passion for the sport and their chosen discipline. Each Adviser has a panel and this is where I encourage members of Clubs with the same passion for the different sections to please make contact and join the panels next season. Advisors sitting on the BoSS last season were: Lifesaving Steve Haggett - Dee Why R and R Alan Burns Freshwater March Past Gary Cook Newport Beach Martin Lynch Newport and Micheal Gedz Queenscliff Boats Nick Sampson Avalon High Performance David Rees Warriewood Carnival Review Louis Tassone North Curl Curl Powercraft Nigel Penn Bilgola Officials Matt Molinia Dee Why Gear Keith Abraham North Steyne. I would like to thank each Adviser and your panels for the dedication and support over the past 12 months in season 2017/18 as we continue to drive and improve surf sports within SNB. The aim of the BoSS is to deliver surf sports events that are safe and well organised and to continually look at ways of improving the experience for our competitors, officials and spectators. We monitor this via the surveys we send out after each carnival and our club forums and also looking at what other Branches do as well. Major achievements in this area over the past year have been: Craft Carnivals an increase in participation and clubs hosting these events and also the introduction of the U14/U15 craft into the open carnivals and the Fast Fives format. Beach Carnivals Queenscliff, North Steyne and Narrabeen Beach carnivals were another success and the introduction of the mixed beach relays for our nippers at Branch and SNB was the driving force behind this event gaining entry to the State Age Championships. Branch Championships - Water/Beach formats delivering a greater experience for the competitor and spectator. The delivery of these events in SNB is a massive task due to the sheer numbers of competitors and the size of the Branch. We rely heavily on the 21 clubs in the Branch to provide assistance and support and we would like to thank all the clubs and their members for their efforts and contribution. Host clubs and carnival organisers and the work parties as there were 28 events this past season. 5 Open carnivals 3 carnivals were shorter formats 8 boat carnivals 10 junior carnivals (beach carnivals/water carnivals) 2 masters 3 lifesaving Branch Championships hosting club Collaroy Carnival referees and the ESO s appointed by the Branch Carnival Officials who attended carnivals, as we don t have events without your efforts. Total officials 321. Water safety from each of the 21 clubs for our Junior carnivals and also our powercraft personnel. The scrutineering team lead by Gary Beauchamp High Performance and Branch coaches and Team Management Dave Rees, Chris Allum, Michael Gedz, Greg Heard and everyone else who helped over the season. Thanks to all club coaches and administrators for all the hours you put in to get the competitors on the beach and in the water. Also our Branch office and, in particular, Marcial Nunura as the SNB Branch Surf Sports Manager. Without his efforts, the season would not be a success. 42 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

43 Season highlights SNB representative team competed at Stockton in the Interbranch Championships and, after two great days of competition, we were crowned top Branch in the State. Well done as we had competitors who were competing up in the open category. A special thanks to the Selectors/ Coaches who travel to our selection carnivals and they dedicated a lot of time to this process to ensure we pick the strongest team and provide training sessions. Graham Bruce Manly Ian Miller Queenscliff Marty Quinn Dee Why Chris Allum - Queenscliff Ocean6 was a new format carnival that replaced the Summer of Surf. Queenscliff SLSC was selected to host the first round of this national competition Manly LSC won the Junior point score at Branch The NSW Championships Open point score was won by Newport SLSC for the 4 th year in a row. Newport SLSC also took out the handicap point score at the Australian Championships in Perth SNB clubs that also won awards at the Australian tiles were Queenscliff Boat Crew U19 Robert Gatenby Shield Newport First Aid U19 Ian Mackie AM Trophy A big congratulations to Kendrick Louis for winning the Aussies Open Ironman for the first time and to all the other SNB competitors who competed and to those who took out medals in their events Congratulations to the SNB athletes that were selected to represent NSW at the Interstate Championships in Adelaide Max Brooks-Newport Laura Shorter Newport Jake Lynch Newport Mitchell Trim - Newport Isaac Smith- Newport Grace Gurr - Newport Naomi Scott-Manly The Inaugural Youth Pathway Cup was hosted by Freshwater. NSW won the event and had four representatives from the northern beaches. Jodie Louw Newport Joel Piper Newport Piper Harrison Manly Madeleine Wallace - Collaroy Congratulations to the Avalon Beach U23 Female Boat Crew and the Open Men s Crew from South Curl Curl who represented Australia during the year in the Trans Tasman Championships. Surf Sports is not all about winning but about developing those surf skills and being a part of a team and mateship, to those who attend a carnival or club event last season, well done. Within the Branch we recognise our athletes, team officials and coaches for their efforts and achievements at our Annual Presentation Night and I am pleased to award the following: Athlete of the Year- Kendrick Louis Manly LSC Young Athlete of the Year Zach Morris Newport SLSC Masters Athlete of the Year John de Mestre Freshwater SLSC Team of the Year Freshwater SLSC Open Female R and R Coach of the Year Damien Daley Queenscliff SLSC Official of the Year Kaz Marks Bilgola SLSC Recorder of the Year Debbie Doyle Manly LSC It was a fantastic season with some outstanding results and achievements across the Branch. I thank the BoSS, the clubs and competitors for all the support. As this was my last season in the role as Surf Sports Director, it has been a honour to serve the 21 clubs and the Branch over the past three seasons and I am pleased that Louis Tassone has taken up the role as Director. I wish him and the BoSS every success over the coming seasons. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 43

44 SURF SPORTS MEMBERSHIP Avalon Beach Rick Millar Brian Wetherall Darren Warrener Kalinda Hawson Nicholas Sampson David Kerr Nathan Wellings Lisette Calleja David Roberts Geoffrey Harris James Nosworthy Martin Schaut Ian Wright OAM Bilgola Dennis O'Toole Steve Couzens Norman Pounder Rob Chant Clare Hawkins Kaz Marks Nigel Penn Mark Fitzgerald Bungan Beach David Sams Collaroy Arto Jormanainen Graeme Knox John Ward Tamara Sole Craig Thomas David Hopper Jeannette Isaacs Raymond Isaacs Janine Fahey Andrew Sole Nicole Bridges Paul Ducker Phillip Mickan Robert Langbein Robert Tomblin Bernard Carr Marianne Troop Suzanne Rossi Anna Mickan Dougal Forsyth Louise Yeandle Scott Evers John Fahey Darryl Gilmartin Jake de Kort William Wallace Zita Briones Richard Lytham OAM Dee Why Allen Lakeman Gregory Punch Matthew Molinia Warren Hannam Simon Moriarty Darren Armitage Jennifer Graves Raymond Martin Adrienne Lowe Jan Lakeman Mark MacKenzie Rob Swadling Shane Bowker Steve Haggett Michelle Blewitt Freshwater Linda Wiadrowski Lindsay Davis Peter Rowlands Stan Werakso Kenneth Priest Raymond Brennan Michael Bate Colin Maclean Jennifer Bourgeois Karen Hicks Kathleen Obern Paula Daly Peter Obern Ronald Malm Michael Kirkby Alan Burns Cameron Patterson Christopher Tyrrell Clare Freakley David Maguire David Torevell Fabio Rebecchi Graeme Hastie Ian Donald Jane Freakley Jo Dettmann Kelly Dobrow Lauren Jacobs Leanne Stephens Lynda McPherson Nathan (J) Smith Sharon Johnson Simon Wiadrowski Stephanie Grey Sue Troy Wayne Freakley Andrew Watton Hamish Mclean Kim Dason Monique Nitz Paul McGettigan Richard Hawtin Robert Asser Georgina Piggott Diego Lombardini Melanie Orr Andrew McEwen Stephen Davis Susan Walmsley Cheryl White Stacey Holden Long Reef Margaret Pearson Rick Millar Stan Werakso Anthony Frost David Sams Clare Stirrat Bruce Gaal Malcolm MacCormick Melinda Hardcastle Ross Jenkins Paul Nelson Peter Kinsey Samantha MacDougall Stuart Thomson Manly Glenn Stone Janet Hall Michael Bochner Michelle Tomsic Nathan Doyle Stuart Alcock Roger Griffiths Alexandra Hill Allan Tier Anne Gleason Colin Maggs Skye Wacher Bec Crawford Brian Dolly Debbie Doyle Deborah Murdoch Edward Warner Jason Guildea Julian Clarkson Kriss Carpenter Lenka McPherson Peter Gard Robyn Humphrey Rod Knapp Scott Rylands Sophie Tyner Susan Scott Timothy Cuthbert Tony High Anthony Tier Frances Brenchley Judy Tier Andrew Furniss Cecil John Singleton Cynthia Alley Ernesto Calderon Hilary Ingle Melanie Thomas Scott Breakwell Scott Easton Simone Hill Terence Boardman OAM Andrew Thomas Andrew Short Donald Gain Kathryn Watts David Morgan Mona Vale Brett Beuzeville Monica Lerpiniere Noel Moran Lindsay Paton OAM Beata Bray David Spencer Gerry Quinn Kim Backer Bryce Munro Hugh Monnock Kristyn Monnock Michael Wasley Paula Tocquer Ron Saggers Alainya Zollinger Andrew Smith Anthony Hilliger Brett Murray David Moreton Edwina McKinnon Jillian Macintyre Laura Vander Straaten Lexie Leblang Matt Rich Michael Scicluna Michelle Fry Sarah Hinton Sean Avedissian Stephen Miles Steven Halpin Suzie Shrivell Tieu Rich Tom Paltridge Rhonda Lycett Anna Sicinska Danie Lowe Lisa Dene Tina Naylor Wayne Higgs Rebecca Davies Richard Garay Narrabeen Beach Gary Foster Andrew Bain Craig Schweikert Matthew Price Cayley Smith Douglas Lucas Kaz Marks Ross Tester David Price 44 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

45 Newport Karen Burns Katie Edwards Matthew Edwards Monica Epiniere Colin Maclean Darren Warrener Gillian Hough John Ringrose John Sherman Mark Thornton Wendy Taurins Bernard Howard Gavin Simmonds Guyren Smith Ian Crutch Ian Storey Leanne Pate Lee Van Dam Mark Hayward Megan Hayward Paul Ducker Richard Cox Gary Cook Karen Hennessy Katharine Raffles Kieran Menzies Matt Halakas Michael King Scott Newey Greg Howard Anissa Upton Avona Cox Lyndal Flynn Phoebe Savage Emma Links Steven Jaffrey Hayley Malone Peter Finch North Curl Curl Andrew Stuart Darren Armitage Sue Milner Ann Barlow James Gagen Jason Lovell Richard Smith Matthew Spencer Ross Lambert Victoria Howell Clare Hagon Gary Beauchamp Louis Tassone Joanna Bushby Martin Gurtata Julie Harvey Rohan Connors Alex Sanbrook North Narrabeen Andrew Cross Severine Delerue Bart Snel Michael Gencher Gordon Coburn Steve Haggett Maureen Worth Alan Rose North Palm Beach Geoff Raper Kim Spicer North Steyne Danny Gompes David Cowell Deborah Foote Brett Patrick Joe Mastrangelo Peter Rogers Shannon Job Timothy Laurence Bernard Burrows Damian O'Shannassy Joanne Cooper Rebecca Chapman Robyn Humphrey Chris Dooley Keith Abraham Henning Muller Gordon Lang Leslie Wait Thomas Wait Jodie Frazer Neil Purcell OAM Palm Beach Eve McBean Nathan McCullum Scott Mathers Richard Goswell Jemma Dudley-Smith Kenneth Stanton Matthew Giblin Peter Spence Simon Wiadrowski Stephanie Spence Gordon Lang Queenscliff Carmel Demery George Prescott Nathan McCullum Suzanne Brown Malcolm Flew Adrian Walding Allan Tier Bob Newton Jeannette Isaacs Mark Clare-Nazer Paul Schott Peter Rogers Raymond Isaacs Robyn Holt Rodger Whiteman Ian Miller Craig Susans Raymond Williams Brian Dolly David Torevell John Davis Kay Lyall Kevin Harris Michael Gedz Alan Butler Colin White Gary Cook Gregory Heard Roy Anderson Elizabeth Osborne Kiersten Jones Madeleine Perkins Narelle Clarke Paul Taylor Talia Mason Robert Daniel Brian Ward Terence Boardman OAM Barry Antella OAM South Curl Curl Bryn Russell Elton Mckay Graham Smith Janice Russell John P White Michael Berry John Cassidy Peter Rogers Jeffrey Hewitt Jennifer Drury South Narrabeen Anthony Haven AM Kylie Ryder Marnie Gordon Thecla Haven Warriewood Shaun Taylor Cameron Powell Adam Kibble Catherine Milliken Virginia Waite Ron Pomering Whale Beach David Maguire TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 45

46 SNB INTER BRANCH TEAM Sydney Northern Beaches Branch team showed great teamwork and their class prevailed to regain the NSW Interbranch trophy from fierce rivals Sydney Branch at Stockton Beach in Newcastle. SNB finished 44 points clear of Sydney Branch to win the title for the third time in four years. Nutri Grain ironman and captain Max Brooks led from the front and was one of the real stars as SNB racked up 1220 points over the two days. Sydney Northern Beaches Branch was able to field a much stronger team for the championships on December 9 and 10, 2017 in comparison to the previous year when a number of our top athletes were unavailable for selection. That, together with the addition of former Australian team captain, Chris Allum as the new Branch coach, put SNB in a strong position prior to the commencement of the championships. The team arrived at One Mile Beach in Port Stephens on the Friday and were greeted with beautiful weather and splendid water conditions, which proved to be a blueprint for conditions over the weekend. Competition commenced on Saturday morning and, as expected, racing was very tight. We got off to a very solid start and so did the Sydney and Hunter Branch representative teams. Conditions for the beach competitors could have been better. They were racing against a rising tide and a track that was certainly not level. However, the conditions were the same for everyone so our team just got down and did their work and performed extremely well. After the first day s competition, SNB had a lead of 35 points on the overall point score from Sydney Branch. Highlights of the day were our six wins and two second placings in the sprint arena and our six wins and three second placings in the ironman/ironwoman events. Sunday morning arrived and our team felt confident they could go on with the job and win back the trophy. Go on with it they certainly did and there were great performances in the Cameron, Taplin and relay events. We were confident we had done more than enough in the team events to secure victory. And we won in style by a margin of 44 points from Sydney and Hunter, who broke a 14 year podium drought to finish third. Congratulations to all our competitors, especially the debutants who raced brilliantly and gained such valuable experience. I would like to thank all of our coaches, managers, selectors, the chaperones and parents who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make the weekend such enjoyable and successful. David Rees (High Performance Manager) 46 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

47 SYDNEY NORTHERN BEACHES INTERBRANCH TEAM (2017) Under 12 Conner Maggs (Manly), Braden Crichton-Browne (North Curl Curl), Georgina Prowse (North Curl Curl), Ashleigh Windsham (Manly), Artie Leiper (Freshwater), Nina van der Reyden (Manly) Under 13 Mitchell Morris (Newport), Jake Morris (Newport), Kimberley Doyle (Manly), Katelynn Doyle (Manly), Josh Gedz (Manly), Stefanie Fejes (Freshwater). Under 14 Joel Piper (Newport), Isaac Crews (North Curl Curl), Jodie Louw (Newport), Charlotte Ward (Manly), Dylan Calderon (Manly), Zoe Couzens (Bilgola). Under 15 Oscar Smith (Newport), Mitchell Stuart (North Curl Curl), Piper Harrison (Manly), Alex Lefevre (Newport), Aiden Helu (Manly), Madeleine Wallace (Collaroy). Under 17 Zach Morris (Newport), Taylor Gabb (Newport), James Finn (Newport), Madison Louw (Newport), Jami Prowse (Newport), Emily Doyle (Manly), Reuben Sharma (Newport), Bailee Radford (Newport). Under 19/Open Isaac Smith (Newport), Max Brooks (Newport) Captain Jay Furniss (Manly), Naomi Scott (Manly), Taylar Puskaric (Manly), Lara Moses (Newport), Blake Drysdale (Newport), Laura Shorter (Newport) Captain Head Coach Chris Allum OAM Assistant Water Coach: Tim Hayes. Beach Coach: Michael Gedz. Team Manager: Greg Heard.

48 Alan Fitzgerald Combined Branch Point Score Newport 1 Manly 2 Freshwater 3 North Curl Curl 4 Mona Vale 5 Queenscliff 6 Palm Beach 7 Collaroy 8 Avalon Beach 9 Dee Why 10 North Narrabeen 11 North Steyne 12 Long Reef 13 Warriewood 14 South Curl Curl 15 Bilgola 16 Narrabeen Beach 17 South Narrabeen 18 Whale Beach 19 Lionel McDonald Shield Branch Handicap Mona Vale Newport North Narrabeen Freshwater North Curl Curl Avalon Beach Long Reef South Narrabeen Bilgola Whale Beach Dee Why North Steyne South Curl Curl Palm Beach Warriewood Narrabeen Beach Manly Collaroy Queenscliff Bennett Board Competition Newport Manly Whale Beach Bilgola Narrabeen Beach Palm Beach Warriewood Freshwater South Curl Curl North Narrabeen Long Reef South Narrabeen Avalon Beach Dee Why North Steyne Mona Vale North Curl Curl Queenscliff Collaroy CLUB OPENS MASTERS JUNIORS TOTAL PLACING Newport Manly Freshwater North Curl Curl Mona Vale Queenscliff Palm Beach Collaroy Avalon Beach Dee Why North Narrabeen North Steyne Long Reef Warriewood South Curl Curl Bilgola Narrabeen Beach South Narrabeen Whale Beach EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

49 WESTFIELD WARRINGAH MALL JUNIOR BRANCH CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS UNDER 8 BOYS Wade: Milo Dacis (North Curl Curl), Tom Tyson (Narrabeen Beach), Rory Pinnie (North Steyne), Tom Shrivell (Mona Vale), Samuel Chan (Collaroy) Wade Relay: Manly A, Freshwater, Mona Vale A, Collaroy, North Steyne, Manly B Beach Sprint: Jake Quailey (Queenscliff), Tobias Woolnough (Mona Vale), Finn Williams (Freshwater), Cooper Evans (Collaroy), Kurt Sombrook (North Curl Curl), Tristan Ravesteijn (Manly) Beach Relay: Freshwater (Howson/Williams/Garnett/Charlton), Mona Vale (Shrivell/Woolnough/Smith/Webster), Collaroy (Woolford/Halliwell/Everleigh/Armstrong), North Steyne (Crofton/Burrows/Pennie/Pipi), Manly A (Keam/Ravesteijn/Martin/McMurtry), Manly B (Nicholson/Sasikin/Barth/Ahearn) Beach Flags: Jack Woodrow (Newport), Noah Kearn (Manly), Isaac Smith (Mona Vale), Carter Howison (Freshwater), Samuel Chan (Collaroy), Blake Woolford (Collaroy) UNDER 8 GIRLS Wade: Sadie Maggs (Manly), Taylah Flynn (Newport), Zara Cunningham (Mona Vale), Taya Shaw (Dee Why), Chloe McGregor (North Narrabeen), Eve Kiely (North Narrabeen) Wade Relay: Manly A, Freshwater, North Narrabeen, Mona Vale A, Mona Vale B, Manly B Beach Sprint: Sadie Maggs (Manly), Sofia Ehnbom (North Curl Curl), Grace Egan (Freshwater), Hannah Hushman (Manly), Jacona Symonds (Mona Vale), Ruby High (Manly) Beach Relay: Mona Vale (Symonds/Cunningham/Coleman/ Wyatt), Manly A (Hughes/Maggs/Coleman/Huisman), North Narrabeen (Glover/Liely/McGregor/Ryan), Manly B (Lim/Patfield/Rylands/Berry), Manly C, Mona Vale Beach Flags: Sadie Maggs (Manly), Madison Glover (North Narrabeen), Pip Quarrell (Freshwater), Kayla Davies (Freshwater), Abbie Dunstan (North Curl Curl) UNDER 9 BOYS Surf Swim: Connor Ward (Long Reef), Eli Mork (Queenscliff), Lian Jordan (Manly), Tyler Brown (North Curl Curl), Sebastian Ellens (Freshwater), Tom Northcote (Freshwater) Surf Teams: Manly, Freshwater, North Curl Curl Board: Tyler Brown (North Curl Curl) and Liam Jordan (Manly) DH, Luka Gordon (Manly), Mitchell Bradley (North Curl Curl), Kaeleb Wasley (Mona Vale), Joe Warren (Newport) Board Relay: North Curl Curl (Bradley/Brown/Kins), Manly A (Gordon/Emmett-Bennett/Jordan), Freshwater A (Pinnuck/Garnett/Northcote), Mona Vale (Easley/Bene/Chapman), Manly White (Young/Wong/Schikora), Manly Black (Hawkins/Kwan/Evans) Beach Sprint: Kayvon Scott (Freshwater), Oliver Sanbrook (North Curl Curl), Eli Mork (Queenscliff), Beau Patterson (Freshwater), Connor Ward (Long Reef), Harvey Joyce (Manly) Beach Relay: Freshwater (Scott/Patterson/Hole/Garnett), Queenscliff (Mork/Fullarton/Jessop/Jessop), Manly (Schikora/Lamond/Clarke/Young) Mixed Beach Relay: Freshwater (Scott/Moles/Veitch/Patterson), North Curl Curl (Nero/Muxlow/Smith/Sanbrook), Freshwater (Lombardini/Guerin/Garnett/Stephens), Manly (Gedz/Stacker/Kelly/Joyce), Queenscliff A (Mork/Fullarton/Sachs/Rounsley), Queenscliff B (Jessop/Jessop/Henley/Maslen) Beach Flags: Oliver Sanbrook (North Curl Curl), Kai Muxlow (North Curl Curl), Ezaiah Garnett (Freshwater), Riley Mansfield (Collaroy), Kaeleb Wasley (Mona Vale), Kayvon Scott (Freshwater) 1km Run: Connor Ward (Long Reef), Elio Bezzola (Dee Why), Kaeleb Wasley (Mona Vale), Taylor Brown (North Curl Curl), Liam Reilly (North Curl Curl) UNDER 9 GIRLS Surf Swim: Kaya Punter (Manly), Jessica Oakhill (Manly), Holly Smith (North Curl Curl), Sophie Stacker (Manly), Kasey Bolt (North Narrabeen), Annabel McKinnon (Mona Vale) Surf Teams: Manly, Freshwater Board: Jessica Oakhill (Manly), Zahli Smith (North Narrabeen), Charli Barbour (Collaroy), Gracie Moles (Freshwater), Kasey Bolt (North Narrabeen), Abi Capell (Newport) Board Relay: Manly (Smith/Stacker/Oakhill), Freshwater (Killen/Lombardini/Moles), North Narrabeen (Smith/Burton/Bolt), Collaroy (Barbour/St Clare/Wilson) Beach Sprint: Ruby Nero (North Curl Curl), Bonnie Joergensen (North Narrabeen), Zahli Smith (North Narrabeen), Florence Veitch (Freshwater), Kasey Bolt (North Narrabeen), Alessandra Rounsley (Queenscliff) Beach Relay: Freshwater (Veitch/Moles/Guerin/Lombardini), North Narrabeen (Smith/Wright/Joergensen/Bolt), North Curl Curl (Armitage/Nero/Lowe/Smith), Manly (Stacker/Punter/Mathieson/Kelly), Warriewood (Wigglesworth/Berry/Muir/Muir), Queenscliff (Sachs/Henley/Maslen/Rounsley) Beach Flags: Bonnie Joergensen (North Narrabeen), Casie Burton (North Narrabeen), Olivia Lombardini (Freshwater), Florence Veitch (Freshwater), Charli Barbour (Collaroy), Stella Muir (Warriewood) 1km Run: Zahli Smith (North Narrabeen), Charli Braund (Freshwater), Olivia St Clare (Collaroy), Kasey Burton (North Narrabeen), Olivia Lombardini (Freshwater), Jessie Robinson (Avalon Beach) UNDER 10 BOYS Surf Swim: Noah Maggs (Manly), Campbell Conna (Manly), Sam Davis (North Curl Curl), Luke Higgs (North Curl Curl), Archie Ferguson (Dee Why), Lachlan Davies (Freshwater) Surf Teams: Manly Blue, North Curl Curl, Freshwater, Collaroy, Manly White, Mona Vale Board: Noah Maggs (Manly), Sam Davis (North Curl Curl), Rex Dennehy (North Curl Curl), Toby Hughes (Manly), Sam Chaffer (Collaroy), Archie Ferguson (Dee Why) Board Relay: North Curl Curl A (Davis/Dennehy/Collela), Manly A (Maggs/Weir/Conna), North Curl Curl B (Higgs/Bradley/Brown), Manly B (Wood/Martin/Hughes), Manly C (Easton/Van Rijswijk/Lee), Newport (Woodrow/Blackley/Jeffrey) Beach Sprint: Charlie Easton (Manly), Sebastian Lill (North Curl Curl), Olly McDonald (Freshwater), Cooper Williams (Freshwater), Noah Maggs (Manly), Jack Munro (Mona Vale) TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 49

50 Beach Relay: Manly A (Easton/Maggs/Marsters/Glass), Freshwater (Davies/Williams/McDonald/Gardner), Mona Vale (Munro/Muller/Lowe/Wasley), Manly B, Collaroy Mixed Beach Relay: North Curl Curl (Lame/Lill/Ashby/Dunstan), Manly A (Easton/Maggs/Coulter/Marsters), Freshwater (Williams/McDonald/McGettigan/Nitz), Queenscliff and Manly B DH Beach Flags: Liam Worne (Narrabeen Beach), Charlie Easton (Manly), Toby Marsters (Manly), Noah Maggs (Manly), Lachlan Davies (Freshwater), Harrison Woodrow (Newport) 1km Run: Noah Maggs (Manly), Sam Chaffer (Collaroy), Charlie Easton (Manly), Fynn Gardner (Freshwater), Toby Reardon (Manly), Archie Ferguson (Dee Why) UNDER 10 GIRLS Surf Swim: Zara Kasprowcz (North Curl Curl), Jaya Lilienthal (North Curl Curl), Macey Beuzeville (Mona Vale), Pipi Te Pania (Manly), Coco Marsters (Manly), Riley Allsop (North Curl Curl) Surf Teams: Manly Blue, North Curl Curl, Manly White, Mona Vale, Freshwater A, Freshwater B Board: Jaya Lilienthal (North Curl Curl), Zara Kasprowicz (North Curl Curl), Elisha Cuthbert (Manly), Eryn Ronge-Smith (Dee Why), Amelie Chan (Collaroy), Macy Beuzeville (Mona Vale) Board Relay: North Curl Curl (Lilienthal/Allsop/Kaspowicz), Manly A (Tepania/Cuthbert/Harrison), Mona Vale Green (Davies/Beuzeville/Garay), Freshwater A (Jacobs/Nitz/Nunura), Manly B (Marsters/McGee/Curll), Manly C (Coulter/Dooney/Ravesteijn) Beach Sprint: Montana Laime (North Curl Curl), Gemma McIntosh (Mona Vale), Serin Korucu (Mona Vale), Avalon Coulter (Manly), Coco Marsters (Manly), Brioney Clarke (Queenscliff) Beach Relay: Manly A (Furniss/Marsters/Coulter/Short), Mona Vale (Shrivell/Korucu/Bosnjak/McIntosh), Manly B (Fisher/Morgan/Curll/High), Collaroy, Avalon Beach Beach Flags: Montana Laime (North Curl Curl), Shala La (North Narrabeen), Kate Melbourne (North Narrabeen), Luana Da Rocha (Queenscliff), Serin Korucu (Mona Vale), Eden Melham (Dee Why) 1km Run: Georgie Nitz (Freshwater), Elouise Stephens (Freshwater), Macy Beuzeville (Mona Vale), Indie Price (Narrabeen Beach), Eryn Ronge-Smith (Dee Why), Ella Dunstan (North Curl Curl) UNDER 11 BOYS Surf Swim: Sam Higgs (North Curl Curl), Matthew Harris (North Curl Curl), Toby Dorahy (Warriewood), Keaton Ronge-Smith (Dee Why), Finlay McMurtry (Manly), Braith Harrison (North Curl Curl) Surf Teams: North Curl Curl, Dee Why, Manly A, Freshwater, Mona Vale A, Collaroy Ironperson: Finlay McMurtry (Manly), Sam Higgs (North Curl Curl), Keaton Ronge-Smith), (Mona Vale), Zach Walsley (Mona Vale), William Riddington (Manly), Rishi Shankar (Dee Why) Mixed Cameron Relay: North Curl Curl B, North Curl Curl A, Manly A, Newport, Manly C, Manly B Board: Jordi Tocquer (Mona Vale), Ashton Thomas (North Curl Curl), Max Lechner (Manly), Zach Wasley (Mona Vale), Rishi Shaskar (Dee Why), Angus Lechner (Manly) Board Relay: Manly A (McMurtry/Lechner/Riddington), North Curl Curl (Higgs/Thomas/Dacic), Mona Vale A (Dene/Tocquer/Wasley), Dee Why (Ronge-Smith/Molinia/Shankar), Collaroy (Hart/Barbour/Monnock), Manly B (Mathieson/Rylands/Lechner) Board Rescue: Mona Vale (Wasley/Tocquer), Manly A (McMurtry/Lechner), Manly B (Riddington/Rylands), Freshwater A (Rebecchi/Killen), Dee Why (Ronge-Smith/Molinia), Collaroy (Monnock/Barbour) Beach Sprint: Cooper Elkins (Queenscliff), Isaac Sheriff (North Narrabeen), Josh Lowe (North Curl Curl), Toby Dorahy (Warriewood), George Mirabelli (Mona Vale), Harvey Monnock (Collaroy) Beach Relay: Queenscliff (Elkins/Rowland/Nathanael/Leiper), Manly (Stacker/Warburton/Lamond/Breakwell), Collaroy (Monnock/Barbour/Ostryn/Mansfield) Mixed Beach Relay: Freshwater (Scott/Jordi/Bright/Mori), Manly A (Stacker/Warburton/Young/Davies), Collaroy (Monnock/Ostryn/Fountain/St Clare), Dee Why (Cunningham/Molinia/Stevenson/Ronge-Smith), Manly B (Garrett/Hirose/Breakwell/Lamond) DH Beach Flags: Cooper Elkins (Queenscliff), Isaac Sheriff (North Narrabeen), Hugh Breakwell (Manly), Truth Nathanael (Queenscliff), Michael Molinia (Dee Why), Jessie Mathieson (Manly) 1km Run: Toby Dorahy (Warriewood), Finlay McMurtry (Manly), Isaac Sheriff (North Narrabeen), Zach Rowland (Queenscliff), Masato Mori (Freshwater), Noah Rylands (Manly) UNDER 11 GIRLS Surf Swim: Dominique Melbourn (North Curl Curl), Arabella Cox (Newport), Olivia Clues (North Curl Curl), Ruby Lovell (North Curl Curl), Phoebe Lechner (Manly), Ava Garrett (Manly) Surf Teams: North Curl Curl, Manly A, Manly B, Dee Why, Freshwater, Collaroy Ironperson: Dominique Melbourn (North Curl Curl), Olivia Clues (North Curl Curl), Ava Garrett (Manly), Arabella Cox (Newport), Ruby Lovell (North Curl Curl), Phoebe Lechner (Manly) Board: Olivia Clues (North Curl Curl), Dominique Melbourn (North Curl Curl), Arabella Cox (Newport), Ava Garrett (Manly), Phoebe Lechner (Manly), Ruby Lovell (North Curl Curl) 50 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

51 WESTFIELD WARRINGAH MALL JUNIOR BRANCH CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS Board Relay: North Curl Curl (Melbourn/Clues/Lovell), Manly A (Garrett/Lechner/Emmett-Bennett), Manly B (Hirose/Smith/Taylor), Collaroy (Walton/Fountain/Tombs), Avalon Beach (Patterson/Holden/Watton), Mona Vale (Rich/Halpin/Peasland) Board Rescue: North Curl Curl A (Clues/Melbourn), Dee Why (Derz/Stevenson), Manly B (Emmett-Bennett/Smith), Manly A (Garrett/Lechner), Collaroy (Walton/Fountain), Newport (Cox/Warren) Beach Sprint: Leela Scott (Freshwater), Noa Davies (Manly), Nara Jurdi (Freshwater), Charlotte Watton (Freshwater), Olivia Martin (Manly), Frankie Small (Avalon Beach) Beach Relay: Manly (Davies/Young/Hirose/Garratt), Collaroy (Fountain/Ravid/Walton/St Clare), Mona Vale (Sim/Sim/Korucu/Rich) Beach Flags: Leela Scott (Freshwater), Noa Davies (Manly), Olivia Morton (Manly), Charlotte Watton (Freshwater), Nara Jordi (Freshwater), Hannah Stevenson (Dee Why) 1km Run: Madison Perry (Bilgola), Carissa Smyth (North Narrabeen), Hanna Stevenson (Dee Why), Marlena Letts (Avalon Beach), Talia St Clare (Collaroy), CJ Ward (Long Reef) UNDER 12 BOYS Surf Swim: Kai Lilienthal (North Curl Curl), Conner Maggs (Manly), Levi Smith (North Curl Curl), Jacob Crews (North Curl Curl), Braden Crichton-Browne (North Curl Curl), Miller Manson (Manly) Surf Teams: North Curl Curl A, Manly A, Newport A, Manly B, Freshwater Ironperson: Conner Maggs (Manly), Joshua Kerr (Avalon Beach), Miller Manson (Manly), Harry Underhill (Manly), Logan Bartlem (Newport), Levi Smith (North Curl Curl) Mixed Cameron Relay: Manly A, North Curl Curl A, Manly B, North Curl Curl B, Manly C, Avalon Beach A Board: Conner Maggs (Manly), Miller Manson (Manly), Duncan Cowan (Manly), Levi Smith (North Curl Curl), Harry Underhill (Manly), Joshua Kerr (Avalon Beach) Board Relay: Manly A (Maggs/Cowan/Underhill), North Curl Curl A (Smith/Crichton-Browne/King), Manly B (Manson/McPherson/Rylands), Newport A (Capell/Bartlem/Blackley), Avalon Beach (Calleja/Kerr/Trinder), North Curl Curl B (Waddington/Browne/Armitage) Board Rescue: North Curl Curl B (Crichton-Browne/King), Manly A (Cowan/Manson), Newport A (Bartlem/Capell), North Curl Curl A (Lilienthal/Smith), North Curl Curl C (Brown/Waddington), Avalon Beach (Calleja/Kerr) Beach Sprint: Oscar Scheel Gamborg (North Curl Curl), Dylan Mackenze (Dee Why) and Artie Leiper (Freshwater) DH, Joshua Kerr (Avalon Beach), Will Humel (North Curl Curl), Dylan King (North Curl Curl) DH Beach Relay: North Curl Curl (Scheel Gamborg/King/Armitage/ Humel), Dee Why (Soin/Mackenzie/Molinia/Ronge-Smith), Avalon Beach, Freshwater (Leiper/Orr/Nunura/McLean), Avalon Beach Mixed Beach Relay: Manly A (van der Reyden/Windsham/ Ryland/Maggs), Mona Vale (Lowe/Munro/Korucu/Shirdon), Avalon Beach (Roberts/Kerr/Robinson/Calleja), Freshwater, Avalon Beach, Manly B Beach Flags: Ethan McGreal (Collaroy), Sam Clancy (Freshwater), Artie Leiper (Freshwater), Rio Nunura (Freshwater), Aidan Armitage (North Curl Curl), Will Rylands (Manly) 1km Run: Conner Maggs (Manly), Casey Brown (North Curl Curl), Aiden Armitage (North Curl Curl), Dylan Mackenzie (Dee Why), Alejandro Briones (Collaroy), Thea Reardon (Manly) UNDER 12 GIRLS Surf Swim: Maddie Davis (North Curl Curl), Tia Emmett-Bennett (Manly), Georgie Prowse (North Curl Curl), Ashleigh Windsham (Manly), Ella Warner (Manly), Imogen Grey (Freshwater) Surf Teams: Manly A, North Curl Curl, Mona Vale A, Freshwater A, Manly B, Avalon Beach Ironperson: Georgie Prowse (North Curl Curl), Tia Emmett-Bennett (Manly), Ashleigh Windsham (Manly), Ella Warner (Manly), Alex Murray (Mona Vale), Jessica Colbran (Manly) Board: Tia Emmett-Bennett (Manly), Georgie Prowse (North Curl Curl), Ashleigh Windsham (Manly), Elise Wallace (Collaroy), Zoe Shirdon (Mona Vale), Ella Warner (Manly) Board Relay: Manly A (Warner/Windsham/Emmett-Bennett), Mona Vale (Shirdon/Muller/Murray), North Curl Curl (Prowse/Elboz/Howison), Avalon Beach A (Dixon/Roberts/Robinson), Freshwater A (Howison/Bourgeois/Pendray), Freshwater B (Stephens/Grey/Jordie) Board Rescue: Manly (Windsham/Emmett-Bennett), North Curl Curl A (Prowse/Elboz), Manly B (Colbran/Warner), Mona Vale A (Shirdon/Smith), Freshwater (Grey/Stephens), Avalon Beach (Dixon/Roberts) Sprint: Nina van der Reyden (Manly), Ava Roberts (Avalon Beach), Jasmine Lowe (Mona Vale), Zoe Shirdon (Mona Vale), Sophie Muller (Mona Vale), Keeley Holmes (North Narrabeen), Abigail Hamilton (Warriewood) Beach Relay: Manly (van der Reyden/Windsham/Weir/Kelly), Warriewood (Hamilton/McDonald/Frazer/Byrne), Mona Vale (Shirdon/Miller/Lowe/Le Blanc), Avalon Beach, South Curl Curl Beach Flags: Ava Roberts (Avalon Beach), Nina van der Reyden (Manly), Keeley Holmes (North Narrabeen), Ashleigh Windsham (Manly), Jasmin Robinson (Avalon Beach), Jasmine Kibble (Newport) 1km Run: Elizabeth Tyson (North Narrabeen), Keeley Holmes (North Narrabeen), Jasmin Robinson (Avalon Beach), Ashleigh Windsham (Manly), Brooke Frew (Dee Why), Mary Mulvey (South Curl Curl) UNDER 13 BOYS Surf Swim: Mitch Morris (Newport), Bailey Clues (Newport), Jake Morris (Newport), Lee Melbourn (Newport), Henry Curll (Manly), Noah Lynch (Mona Vale) Surf Teams: Newport, Mona Vale and Manly DH Ironperson: Mitch Morris (Newport), Jake Morris (Newport), Bailey Clues (Newport), Lee Melbourn (Newport), Toby Jacobs (Freshwater), Max Einspinner (Mona Vale) Mixed Cameron Relay: Newport (Doyle/Morris/Morris/Doyle), Manly (Baker/Garrett/Harrison/Curll), North Curl Curl (Harvey/Bradley/Crews/Morris), Manly B, Mona Vale, North Curl Curl A TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 51

52 Board: Mitch Morris (Newport), Jake Morris (Newport), Bailey Clues (Newport), Henry Curll (Manly), James Euers (Mona Vale), Lee Melbourn (Newport) Board Relay: Newport (Morris/Morris/Clues), Mona Vale (Einspinner/Lynch/Evers), Manly (Harrison/Curll/Bedingfield), Avalon Beach (Lane/Lehman/Molloy), Freshwater (Clancy/Jacobs/Kite) Board Rescue: Newport A (Morris/Morris), Newport B (Clues/Melbourn), Mona Vale A (Euers/Einspinner), Mona Vale B (Lynch/Tate), Freshwater A (Jacobs/Clancy), Avalon Beach (Lehman/Lane) Beach Sprint: Josh Gedz (Manly), Will Collinson (Mona Vale), Sam Ferguson (Dee Why), Mitch Morris (Newport), Bailey Clues (Newport), Evan Neal (Collaroy) Mixed Beach Relay: Manly (Hindmarsh/Gedz/Baker/Clarkson), Collaroy (Yeandle/Ostryn/O Shea/Neal), Avalon Beach (Bell/Hume/Lehman/Lang) Beach Relay: Newport (Morris/Clues/Melbourn/Morris), Manly (Hindmarsh/Gedz/Hume/High), Collaroy (Fountain/Briones/O Shea/Neal) Beach Flags: Evan Neal (Collaroy), Louis Paltridge (Mona Vale), Will Collinson (Mona Vale), Oscar Lane (Avalon Beach), Liam Ferguson (Dee Why), Ryan O Shea (Collaroy) 1km Run: Sam Ferguson (Dee Why), Osker Lane (Avalon Beach), Mitch Morris (Newport), Gabe High (Manly), Lee Melbourn (Newport) UNDER 13 GIRLS Surf Swim: Kimberley Doyle (Newport), Katelynn Doyle (Newport), Talia Allsop (North Curl Curl), Charlotte Block (Freshwater), Kiahni Scott (Manly), Sophie Lennon (Warriewood) Surf Teams: North Curl Curl, Freshwater, Manly, Avalon Beach Ironperson: Kimberley Doyle (Newport), Katelynn Doyle (Newport), Talia Allsop (North Curl Curl), Tilla Garrett (Manly), Kiahni Scott (Manly), Gabrielle Bradley (North Curl Curl) Board: Kimberley Doyle (Newport), Tara Harvey (North Curl Curl), Gabrielle Bradley (North Curl Curl), Katelynn Doyle (Newport), Tilla Garrett (Manly), Talia Allsop (North Curl Curl) Board Relay: North Curl Curl (Allsop/Harvey/Bradley), Manly (Garrett/Scott/Colbran), Freshwater A (Nitz/Block/Paterson), Freshwater B (Coates/Smart/McGettigan), Mona Vale. Avalon Beach A Board Rescue: Newport (Doyle/Doyle), Manly A (Garrett/Scott), North Curl Curl (Allsop/Harvey), Freshwater A (Block/Patterson), Freshwater B (Coates/McGettigan), Mona Vale (Jackson/Lerpiniere) Beach Sprint: Stefanie Fejes (Freshwater) and Mila McGettigan (Freshwater) DH, Camille Baker (Manly), Zara Ostryn (Collaroy), Tasma Patterson (Freshwater), Ruby Stanley-Jones (Avalon Beach) Beach Relay: Freshwater (Green/Patterson/McGettigan/Fejes), Avalon Beach (Bell/Brennan/Small/Stanley-Jones), Manly (Burgon/Baker/Clarkson/Weir), Collaroy (Marshall/Herriot/Ostryn/Weir), Queenscliff (Smith/Johnston/Townsend/Leihn) Beach Flags: Mila McGettigan (Freshwater), Zara Ostryn (Collaroy), Stefanie Fejes (Freshwater), Stella Clarkson (Manly), Charli Nero (North Curl Curl), Tasma Patterson (Freshwater) 1km Run: Chelsea Smyth (North Narrabeen), Stefanie Fejes (Freshwater), Indi Watson (South Narrabeen), Hanneke Wegenaar (North Curl Curl), Gabrielle Bradley (North Curl Curl), Lucy Bell (Avalon Beach) UNDER 14 BOYS Surf Swim: Brandon Bartlem (Newport), Joel Piper (Newport), Isaac Crews (North Curl Curl), Keith Allen (Manly), Nathaniel Riddington (Manly), Ryan Thomas (Freshwater) Surf Teams: Newport A, Manly A, Newport B, Mona Vale, Freshwater, Dee Why Ironperson: Joel Piper (Newport), Brandon Bartlem (Newport) DH, Isaac Crews (North Curl Curl), Keith Allen (Manly), Massimo Vezzola (Dee Why), Nathaniel Riddington (Manly) Mixed Cameron Relay: Newport A (Piper/Blackley/Newling/Louw), Newport B (Bartlem/Cox/Kibble/Flynn), Manly A (Worner/Allen/Ward/van der Reyden), North Curl Curl, Manly B. Freshwater Board: Joel Piper (Newport), Luka Monnock (Mona Vale), Brandan Bartlem (Newport), Jack Roberts (Avalon Beach), Massimo Vezzola (Dee Why), Isaac Crews (North Curl Curl) Board Relay: Mona Vale (Monnock/Marshall/Bray), Newport A (Piper/Bartlem/Taurins), Manly A (Allen/Sharma/Riddington), Avalon Beach A (Calleja/Boaler/Roberts), Newport B, Freshwater Board Rescue: Newport (Bartlem/Piper), Manly B (Riddington/McDonagh), Mona Vale A (Monnock/Marshall), Avalon Beach C (Rose/Roberts), Newport B (Cox/Taurins), Mona Vale B (Kelly/Bray) Beach Sprint: Dylan Calderon (Manly), Cooper Kent (Long Reef), Joel Piper (Newport), Lachlan Marshall (Mona Vale), Joe Yoshita (Freshwater), Kai Shimakage (Collaroy) Beach Relay: Newport (Piper/Bartlem/Morris/Clues), Manly (Jack/Calderon/Hindmarsh/Hume), Mona Vale (Bray/Monnock/Marshall/Ball), Collaroy, Avalon Beach Mixed Beach Relay: Mona Vale (Marshall/Saggers/Paltridge/Monnock), Collaroy (Shimakage/Towson/Ingram/Walton), Avalon Beach A (Toll/Scott/Roe/Schault) DH, Avalon Beach B, Freshwater Beach Flags: Dylan Calderon (Manly), Cooper Kent (Long Reef), Lachlan Marshall (Mona Vale), Indy Rose (Avalon Beach), Massimo Vezzola (Dee Why), Luca Monnock (Mona Vale) 2km Run: Joel Piper (Newport), Thomas Hamilton (North Steyne), Thomas Dorahy (Warriewood), Lachlan Marshall (Mona Vale), Harrison Schaut (Avalon Beach), Massimo Vezzola (Dee Why) 52 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

53 WESTFIELD WARRINGAH MALL JUNIOR BRANCH CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS UNDER 14 GIRLS Surf Swim: Jodie Louw (Newport), Charlotte Ward (Manly), Mia Paltridge (Mona Vale), ikila Newling (Newport), Lauren Bourgeois (Freshwater), Jayme Saggers (Mona Vale) Surf Teams: Newport, Manly, Mona Vale, Freshwater, Avalon Beach Ironperson: Jodie Louw (Newport), Olivia Donoghue (Manly), Charlotte Ward (Manly), Mia Paltridge (Mona Vale), Lauren Bourgeois (Freshwater), Charli Munro (Mona Vale) Board: Jodie Louw (Newport), Charli Munro (Mona Vale), Charlotte Ward (Manly), Mia Paltridge (Mona Vale), Lauren Bourgeois (Freshwater), Pia Robinson (Avalon Beach) Board Relay: Newport A (Louw/Kibble/Doyle), Mona Vale (Paltridge/Saggers/Munro), Newport B (Newling/Flynn/Doyle), Manly A, Avalon Beach, North Curl Curl Board Rescue: Mona Vale A (Munro/Beuzeville), Manly A (Ward/Donoghue), Newport A (Louw/Kibble), Mona Vale B (Paltridge/Saggers), Newport B (Newling/Flynn), Avalon Beach A (Robinson/Johns) Beach Sprint: Zoe Couzens (Bilgola), Tegan Scott (Avalon Beach), Miah Ingram (Collaroy), Emily Hicks (Freshwater), Georgia Grey (Freshwater), Emma Spencer (Collaroy) Beach Relay: Avalon Beach, Mona Vale, Collaroy, Freshwater, North Curl Curl Beach Flags: Zoe Couzens (Bilgola), Miah Ingram (Collaroy),Tegan Scott (Avalon Beach), Tyella Toll (Avalon Beach), Mia Paltridge (Mona Vale), Nina McGuffog (Avalon Beach) 2km Run: Jessica Tyson (North Narrabeen), Charli Munro (Mona Vale), Bella Vincent (Avalon Beach), Jayme Saggers (Mona Vale) MIXED EVENTS All Age Beach Relay: Manly, Freshwater, North Curl Curl, Collaroy, Newport, Mona Vale All Age Board Relay: Manly A, Newport A, North Curl Curl A, Manly B, North Curl Curl B, Mona Vale March Past: Collaroy 13, Mona Vale 23, Manly 24, Freshwater 27, Queenscliff 39 Handicap March Past: Collaroy, Mona Vale U14 5 Person R&R: Collaroy (11) U Person R&R: Collaroy Red (14), Collaroy Warriors (14), Collaroy (Black) U Person R&R: Manly Pink (8), Manly Blue (10), Queenscliff (11) TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 53

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55 BILL BUCKLE SUBARU OPEN BRANCH CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS OPEN MALE SWIM: Freddie Brown (Newport), Max Brooks (Newport), Jackson Borg (Newport), Ollie Signorini (Newport), Kendrick Louis (Manly), Thomas Doyle (Manly) SWIM TEAMS: Newport, Manly, Freshwater IRONMAN: Max Brooks (Newport), Jackson Borg (Newport), Isaac Smith (Newport), Ollie Signorini (Newport), Jay Furniss (Manly), Charlie Brooks (Newport) TAPLIN: Newport A (Brooks/Brooks/Trim/Rees/Borg/Signorini), Manly (Stone/Bruce/Doyle/Furniss/Louis/O Reilly), Newport B (Smith/Davies/Brown/Morris/Bell/Alston), Freshwater (Kirkby/Malm/Thomson/Blakeney/Kirkby/Doyle) BOARD: Harrison Stone (Manly), Charlie Brooks (Newport), Max Brooks (Newport), Isaac Smith (Newport), Lochie O Reilly (Manly), Jon Kelly (Manly) BOARD RELAY: Newport A (Borg/Brooks/Brooks), Newport B (Rees/Davies/Bell), Manly B (Coghlan/Louis/Kelly), Manly A (Stone/Bruce/Furniss), Freshwater (Kirkby/Thomson/Doyle), Manly C (O Reilly/Kelly/Doyle) BOARD RESCUE: Newport A (Rees/Brooks), Freshwater (Blakeney/Kirkby), Manly B (Stone/O Reilly), Manly A (Bruce/Singleton), Manly, Newport B (Borg/Hill) SKI: Kendrick Louis (Manly), Mitchell Trim (Newport), Max Brooks (Newport), Jackson Borg (Newport), Chris Allum (Queenscliff), Jayke Rees (Newport) DOUBLE SKI: Newport (Trim/Alston), Newport (Brooks/Davies), Freshwater (Kirkby/Kirkby), Newport (Smith/Rees), Collaroy (Armstrong/Garland), Mona Vale (Munro/Morrison) MIXED DOUBLE SKI: Newport (Heaton/Trim), Freshwater (Kirkby/Jander), Queenscliff (Custance/Allum), Mona Vale (Munro/Morrison), Newport (Gurr/Rees), Queenscliff (Owen/Slennett) SKI RELAY: Newport A (Rees/Trim/Brooks), Manly (Furniss/Louis/Viecelli), Newport B (Alston/Borg/Bell), Freshwater (Kirkby/Malm/Crozier), Collaroy (O Shea/Garland/Garland) BEACH SPRINT: William de Vries (Newport), Josh Tyrrell (Newport), Finnian Kelleher (Newport), Ben Ambrose (Newport), Rubin Ruzicka (Newport), Steve Hatch (Newport) BEACH RELAY: Newport A (Hatch/Tyrrell/Ambrose/de Vries), Newport B (van der Wallen/Kelleher/Blackley/Ruzicka) MIXED BEACH RELAY: Newport (Hatch/Ruzicka/Platt/Shorter) FLAGS: William de Vries (Newport), Ben Ambrose (Newport), Reuben Sharma (Newport), Finnian Kelleher (Newport), Martin Lynch (Newport), Thomas Bedingfield (Manly) 2KM RUN: Quentin Reeve (Palm Beach), Kyle Wong (North Steyne) LIFESAVER RELAY: Newport A, Newport B MIXED FIRST AID: Freshwater White (Dobrow/White), Freshwater A (Baker/Dearden), Dee Why A (Buckle/Lakeman), Newport Team Benbee (Savage/Matthews), Manly A (Mason/Costello) PATROL COMPETITION: Freshwater (78), Newport (44.66) CHAMPION LIFESAVER: Lucas Phillips (Freshwater) OPEN FEMALE SWIM: Georgia Miller (Newport), Maddie Spencer (Newport), Taylar Puskaric (Manly), Maddie Louw (Newport), Emily Doyle (Newport), Lara Moses (Newport) SWIM TEAMS: Newport, Manly, Mona Vale IRONWOMAN: Georgia Miller (Newport), Taylar Puskaric (Manly), Lara Moses (Newport), Maddie Spencer (Newport), Olivia Heaton (Newport), Emily Doyle (Newport) TAPLIN: Manly, Newport A, Newport B, Newport C, Newport D BOARD: Olivia Heaton (Newport), Alex Fleming (Manly), Georgia Miller (Newport), Maddie Spencer (Newport), Lara Moses (Newport), Taylar Puskaric (Manly) BOARD RELAY: Newport A, Manly, Newport B, Newport C BOARD RESCUE: Manly B, Manly A, Newport A, Newport B, Mona Vale SKI: Georgia Miller (Newport), Grace Gurr (Newport), Rachel Dodwell (Manly), Maddie Spencer (Newport), Taylar Puskaric (Manly), Yanda Morrison (Mona Vale) DOUBLE SKI: Newport (Miller/Gurr), Manly (Crerar/Dodwell), Freshwater (Douglas/Jander), Queenscliff (Custance/Owen), Collaroy (Bowyer/Yeates), Mona Vale (Stevenson/Morrison) SKI RELAY: Newport A, Manly, Newport B, Newport C, Newport D, Newport E BEACH SPRINT: Macy Carrothers (Newport), Chloe Platt (Newport), Bailee Radford (Newport) FLAGS: Macy Carrothers (Newport), Bailee Radford (Newport) CHAMPION LIFESAVER: Clare Freakley (Freshwater) 112, Phoebe Savage (Newport) , Tahlia Dearden (Freshwater) UNDER 19 MALE SWIM: Freddie Brown (Newport), Thomas Doyle (Manly), Isaac Smith (Newport), Hugh McAlpine (Newport), James Thomson (Freshwater), Dan Ferreira (Freshwater) SWIM TEAMS: Newport, Freshwater IRONMAN: Isaac Smith (Newport), Thomas Doyle (Manly), Hugh McAlpine (Newport), Ben Blakeney (Freshwater), Dan Ferreira (Freshwater) TAPLIN: Newport (Smith/Smith/McAlpine), Manly (Doyle/Singleton/Curll), Freshwater (Blakeney/Thomson/Doyle) BOARD: Isaac Smith (Newport), Ben Blakeney (Freshwater), Thomas Doyle (Manly), James Curll (Manly), Hugh McAlpine (Newport), Dan Ferreira (Freshwater) BOARD RELAY: Newport (Smith/McAlpine/Morris), Manly (Curll/Doyle/Singleton), Freshwater (Blakeney/Thomson/Doyle), Freshwater BOARD RESCUE: Freshwater (Werasko/George), Freshwater (Thomson/Ferreira), Freshwater (Blakeney/Doyle) BELT RACE: Ben Blakeney (Freshwater), Dan Ferreira (Freshwater) SKI: Isaac Smith (Newport), Hugh McAlpine (Newport), Thomas Doyle (Manly), Finn O Shea (Collaroy), Keelan Smith (Newport), Dylan Garland (Collaroy) DOUBLE SKI: Newport (Smith/Smith), Newport (Morris/Finn), Collaroy (O Shea/Garland) SKI RELAY: Newport (Smith/McAlpine/Smith) BEACH SPRINT: William de Vries (Newport), Josh Tyrrell (Newport), Finnian Kelleher (Newport) BEACH RELAY: Newport (Tyrrell/de Vries/Kelleher/Blakeley) FLAGS: Josh Tyrrell (Newport), William de Vries (Newport), Finnian Kelleher (Newport) TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 55

56 MIXED FIRST AID: Manly B (Costello/Gobee), Newport Cloven (Chloe/Smith), Manly A (Curulli/Wacher) CHAMPION LIFESAVER: Christopher Curulli (Manly) 106, James Wacher (Manly) 103, Max Moon (Manly) 96.5, Marvin Smith (Newport) 96.5 UNDER 19 FEMALE SWIM: Olivia Heaton (Newport), Isabella Ward (Manly), Natalie Jander (Freshwater) IRONWOMAN: Olivia Heaton (Newport), Bella Ward (Manly), Natalie Jander (Freshwater), Jess Douglas (Freshwater), Grace Gurr (Newport) TAPLIN: Newport A, Newport B, Newport C, Manly, Mona Vale BOARD: Grace Gurr (Newport), Olivia Heaton (Newport), Grace Owen (Queenscliff), Sam Wilcox (Newport), Bella Ward (Manly), Amber Moran (Newport) BOARD RELAY: Newport A, Newport B, Freshwater, Manly, Mona Vale BOARD RESCUE: Freshwater SKI: Natalie Jander (Freshwater), Olivia Heaton (Newport), Amber Moran (Newport), Sam Wilcox (Newport), Bella Ward (Manly), Janice Quin (Newport) DOUBLE SKI: Newport (Gurr/Heaton), Newport (Quinn/S.Wilcox), Newport (C.Wilcox/Moran), Manly (Ward/Ward), Queenscliff (Owen/Broe), Mona Vale (Day/Stevenson) SKI RELAY: Newport A, Newport B, Manly CHAMPION LIFESAVER: Molly Parker (Manly) UNDER 17 MALE SWIM: Zach Morris (Newport), Logan Kaye (Newport), Harry Crowley (Manly), Ryan Singleton (Manly), Zac George (Freshwater), Daniel Gabb (Newport) SWIM TEAMS: Newport A, Manly, Newport B, Whale Beach IRONMAN: Zach Morris (Newport), Harry Crowley (Manly), Ryan Singleton (Manly), Daniel Gabb (Newport), Logan Kaye (Newport), Zane Tullett (Newport) TAPLIN: Newport A (Gabb/Morris/Finn), Newport C (Pearson/Warrener/Tullett), Newport B (Newling/Kaye/Gabb) BOARD: Zach Morris (Newport), Ryan Singleton (Manly), James Finn (Newport), Braden Newling (Newport), Zane Tullett (Newport), Ryan Pearson (Newport) BOARD RELAY: Newport A (Finn/Gabb/Morris), Manly (Singleton/Crowley/Guildea), Newport B (Tullett/Pearson/Gabb), North Curl Curl (Blakie/Prowse/Milner), Newport C (Newling/Kaye/Warrener) BOARD RESCUE: Newport (Morris/Panguin), Newport (Pearson/Warrener) BELT RACE: Zac George (Freshwater) SKI: Taylor Gabb (Newport), James Finn (Newport), Zach Morris (Newport), Ryan Pearson (Newport), Bradon Newling (Newport), Lachlan Warrener (Newport) SKI RELAY: Newport A (Finn/Gabb/Morris), Newport B (Newling/Gabb/Pearson) BEACH SPRINT: Thomas Bedingfield (Manly), Reuben Sharma (Newport), Hugo Blackley (Newport) FLAGS: Reuben Sharma (Newport), Hugo Blackley (Newport), Thomas Bedingfield (Manly) MIXED FIRST AID: Manly A (Shaw/Walker), Freshwater A (Hurrell/Bruwel), Newport Lindly (Leck/Tancred), Manly B (Thorpe/Curulli) CHAMPION LIFESAVER: Joe Jenkins (North Steyne) , Ewan Cooper-Frater (North Steyne) 99, Hamish Thorpe (Manly) 89.5 UNDER 17 FEMALE SWIM: Emily Doyle (Newport), Maddie Louw (Newport), Jamie Prowse (Newport), Maddie Ward (Manly), Georgia Singleton (Manly), Jordan Lefevre (Newport) SWIM TEAMS: Newport, Manly, Mona Vale IRONWOMAN: Maddie Louw (Newport), Emily Doyle (Newport), Georgia Singleton (Manly), Maddie Ward (Manly), Eliza Monnock (Mona Vale), Keely Allsop (North Curl Curl) TAPLIN: Manly, Newport A, Newport B, Mona Vale BOARD: Maddie Ward (Manly), Madde Louw (Newport), Emily Doyle (Newport), Jamie Prowse (Newport), Georgia Singleton (Manly), Eliza Monnock (Mona Vale) BOARD RELAY: Newport A, Manly, Newport B, Mona Vale BOARD RESCUE: Newport A, Manly A, Newport B, Newport C, Manly B, Mona Vale BELT RACE: Tasmin Curley (Freshwater) SKI: Emily Doyle (Newport), Eliza Monnock (Mona Vale) Jamie Prowse (Newport) DH, Sascha Taurins (Newport), Maddie Louw (Newport), Maddie Ward (Manly) SKI RELAY: Newport A, Newport B, Mona Vale, Manly TUBE: Maddie Ward (Manly), Georgia Singleton (Manly), Maddie Louw (Newport), Jordan Lefevre (Newport), Jazmine Lerpiniere (Mona Vale), Jennifer Grant (North Steyne) BEACH SPRINT: Macy Carrothers (Newport), Bailee Radford (Newport) FLAGS: Macy Carrothers (Newport), Bailee Radford (Newport) 2KM RUN: Sascha Taurins (Newport) CHAMPION LIFESAVER: Emily Thornton (North Steyne) , Geordie Smith (Newport) 98.5, Victoria Cuthbert (Manly) 96.25, Monique Curulli (Manly) 93.75, Rose Richardson (North Steyne) 82.50, Mackenzie Walker (Manly) UNDER 15 MALE SWIM: Mitch Morris (Newport), Bailey Clues (Newport), Isaac Crews (North Curl Curl), Brandon Bartlem (Newport), Jake Morris (Newport), Joel Piper (Newport) SWIM TEAMS: Newport A, Newport B, Manly, Freshwater, Newport C, Newport D IRONMAN: Mitch Morris (Newport), Joel Piper (Newport), Jake Morris (Newport), Bailey Clues (Newport), Isaac Crews (North Curl Curl), Oscar Smith (Newport) CAMERON: Newport C (Cox/Morris/Morris/Van Dam), North Curl Curl (Stuart/Crews/Baker/Gagan), Newport D (Clues/Simmonds/Donoghue/Melbourn), Newport B (Bartlem/Taurins/Gale/Donoghue), N ewport A (Piper/Hall/Smith/Brennan), Collaroy (Dose/Vesis/Fountain/Shimakage) BOARD: Mitch Morris (Newport), Joel Piper (Newport), Luka Monnock (Mona Vale), Jake Morris (Newport), Cooper Robinson (Manly), Oscar Smith (Newport) BOARD RELAY: Newport C (Morris/Morris/Clues), Newport D (Donoghue/Donoghue/Gale), Newport A (Bartlem/Piper/Smith), Mona Vale (Monnock/Bray/Marshall), Freshwater (Miller/Noakes/McLean), Newport B (McCabe/Hall/Van Dam) BOARD RESCUE: Newport (Piper/Bartlem), North Curl Curl (Crews/Stuart), Newport (Smith/Gale), Newport (Morris/Morris), Newport (Melbourn/Clues), Manly (Robinson/Osbon) 56 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

57 BILL BUCKLE SUBARU OPEN BRANCH CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS BEACH SPRINT: Aiden Helu (Manly), Miles Weir (Manly), Thomas Kerr (Avalon Beach), Cooper Robinson (Manly), Dylan Calderon (Manly), Cooper Kent (Long Reef), Brad Fountain (Collaroy) MIXED FIRST AID: Manly (Mille/Jasmine) CHAMPION LIFESAVER: Luca White (Manly) 112 UNDER 15 FEMALE SWIM: Alex Lefevre (Newport), Jodie Louw (Newport), Kimberley Doyle (Newport), Piper Harrison (Manly), Katelynn Doyle (Newport), Analiese Melbourn (Newport) SWIM TEAMS: Newport, Manly A, Manly B, North Curl Curl A, North Curl Curl B IRONWOMAN: Piper Harrison (Manly), Alex Lefevre (Newport), Kimberley Doyle (Newport), Jodie Louw (Newport), Katelynn Doyle (Newport), Sophie Walters (Manly) CAMERON RELAY: Newport, Manly A, Mona Vale, Manly B, North Curl Curl BOARD: Alex Lefevre (Newport), Katelynn Doyle (Newport), Piper Harrison (Manly), Kimberley Doyle (Newport), Roxy Beuzeville (Mona Vale), Jodie Louw (Newport) BOARD RELAY: Newport A, Manly A, North Curl Curl, Manly B, Mona Vale, Newport B BOARD RESCUE: Manly (Harrison/Walters), Newport (Louw/Lefevre), Manly (Garrett/Carpenter), Newport Doyle/Doyle), Manly (Ward/Donoghue), Mona Vale (Beuzeville/Munro) BEACH SPRINT: Madeleine Wallace (Collaroy), Gracie Carpenter (Manly), Hannah Williams (Manly), Mackenzie Davie (Long Reef), Roxy Beuzeville (Mona Vale), Chelsea Tattersall (Collaroy) BEACH RELAY: Collaroy (Ingram/Spencer/Towson/Wallace) FLAGS: Madeleine Wallace (Collaroy), Hannah Williams (Manly), Chelsea Tattersall (Collaroy), Roxy Beuzeville (Mona Vale), Mackenzie Davie (Long Reef), Zoe Dagassan (Long Reef) 2KM RUN: Rebecca Harvey (North Curl Curl) and Roxy Beuzeville (Mona Vale) DH, Amelia Wegenaar (North Curl Curl), Mackenzie Davie (Long Reef), Zoe Dagassan (Long Reef), Chelsea Tattersall (Collaroy) CHAMPION LIFESAVER: Sarah Murdoch (Manly) BOATS OPEN MEN: Palm Beach Pidgeons, Mona Vale Rocks, South Curl Curl Deathriders, North Steyne Nomads, Newport Hellfish, Collaroy Garricks OPEN WOMEN: North Narrabeen Broadbeans, Palm Beach Patriots, Queenscliff All Butt One, Palm Beach Pumas, Avalon Beach Amigos, Dee Why A RESERVES MALE: Queenscliff Mudguts, North Narrabeen Smokos, Newport Sea Cucumbers, South Curl Curl Sneaky Nuts, Bilgola Older, Collaroy Dominos RESERVES FEMALE: Avalon Beach Bandits, Palm Beach Pineapples, Palm Beach Part Timers, Collaroy Knickers, North Narrabeen Baguettes, Whale Beach Flying Fish UNDER 23 MEN: South Curl Curl Echidnas, Palm Beach Paperclips, Palm Beach Peppers, Mona Vale Rude Dudes, Long Reef Lords, Queenscliff Reality Kings UNDER 23 FEMALE: Newport Whiprays, Palm Beach Peas, Avalon Beach Avocados, North Narrabeen Nuggets, South Curl Curl Girlys, Palm Beach Pussycats UNDER 19 MALE: Palm Beach Pickles Ricks, Queenscliff 10 Dollar Steaks, Newport Vipers, South Curl Curl Stickers, Avalon Beach Puddlemakers, Freshwater Fighters U19 FEMALE: Avalon Beach Chanel s, South Curl Curl B s, Queenscliff Red Rockets, Mona Vale Assisted Drifters, North Curl Curl A BOAT RELAY: South Curl Curl, Palm Beach, Collaroy, Queenscliff, Avalon Beach, Mona Vale R&R: 6 PERSON R&R: Freshwater (2.5), Collaroy (6.42) OPEN WOMEN 5 PERSON R&R: Freshwater (5) OPEN MIXED 5 PERSON R&R: Freshwater (3), Collaroy (5.8) OPEN MEN 5 PERSON R&R: Freshwater (4.5) U15 5 PERSON R&R: Queenscliff (12) U PERSON R&R: Queenscliff Red (7), Queenscliff Blue (14) MARCH PAST: OPEN: Collaroy Bears, Collaroy Ladies, Freshwater, Queenscliff OPEN HANDICAP: Queenscliff, Collaroy Bears, Collaroy Ladies, Freshwater OPEN PREMIERSHIP: Collaroy Bears, Collaroy Ladies,Freshwater, Queenscliff TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 57

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59 BILL BUCKLE SUBARU MASTERS BRANCH CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 59

60 BILL BUCKLE SUBARU MASTERS BRANCH CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS SURF SWIMS: Male: 30-34: Ayman Haggag (Dee Why), Glenn Coltman (North Curl Curl) 40-44: Sigi Hill (Freshwater), Jamie Ryan (North Narrabeen) 45-49: Ashley Brown (Avalon Beach), Chris Tyrrell (Freshwater), Josh Ferrett (Queenscliff), Jeremy Ferguson (Dee Why), Simon Harper (Mona Vale) 50-54: Andrew de Vries (Freshwater), Darren Warrener (Avalon Beach) 55-59: Mark Houston (Manly), Ross Birch (North Steyne) 60-64: John Platt (Manly), Phil Bird (Queenscliff) 65-69: Alan Burns (Freshwater) 70+: Danny White (Queenscliff), Doug Ferris (Palm Beach) Female: 30-34: Trina Evans (Manly) 35-39: Jen Spencer (Warriewood), Kim Henderson (North Curl Curl), Melanie Thomas (Manly) 50-54: Linda Wiadrowski (Freshwater) 55-59: Lisa Critoph (Mona Vale), Di Van ooi (Palm Beach) SURF TEAMS: Male: 110 Years: Queenscliff 130 Years: Freshwater, Mona Vale A, Dee Why, North Narrabeen, Mona Vale B 150 Years: Avalon Beach, Newport, Manly, Palm Beach 170 Years: Manly, Queenscliff, Dee Why Female: 130 Years: Manly, Mona Vale 150 Years: Mona Vale, Freshwater 170 Years: Palm Beach, Newport IRONMAN: 30-34: Glenn Coltman (North Curl Curl), 40-44: Sigi Hll (Freshwater), Peter Wells (Narrabeen Beach) 45-49: Ashley Brown (Avalon Beach), Simon Phin (Freshwater), Saul Brown (Palm Beach), Craig Manning (Mona Vale) 50-54: Anthony Viecelli (Manly), Peter Ingles (Manly), Adriaan van der Wallen (Palm Beach), David Spencer (Mona Vale), David Jones (North Curl Curl) 55-59: Nick Carroll (Newport) 60-64: Chris McGuckin (Avalon Beach), Paul Storman (Freshwater), Phil Bird (Queenscliff), Tim Platt (North Steyne) 70+: Danny White (Queenscliff) IRONWOMAN: 35-39: Kim Henderson (North Curl Curl), Melanie Thomas (Manly) 40-44: Mel Brock (Manly) 45-49: Kris Monnock (Mona Vale) 55-59: Linda Wiadrowski (Freshwater), Karen Begg (Palm Beach) 60+: Annabel Chapman (Palm Beach) TAPLIN Male: 130 Years: Manly (Gibb/Ellison/Busse), Queenscliff (Bird/Maker/Allum), North Curl Curl (Coltman/Slater/Stuart), Freshwater (Kirkby/Phin/Tyrell), Mona Vale (Spencer/Munro/Sims), North Narrabeen (Ryan/Byrnes/Marshall) 150 Years: Queenscliff A (Dean/Nankervis/Hart), Queenscliff B (Henderson/Hayes/Ferrett), Manly A (Hood/ Edmonds/Ingle), Manly B (Morgan/ McGrath/Joyce), Narrabeen Beach (Wells/ Townsend/ Grimes) 170 Years: Newport (Carroll/Flood/Ansiewicz), Dee Why A (Marshall/Crittle/Wiley), Manly (Houston/Viecelli/Platt), Avalon Beach (Warrener/ McGuckin/ Richardson), Queenscliff (White/Stennett/Lai), Dee Why B (Sharkey/Quinn/Hannam) Female: 110 Years: Manly (Macleod/Moon/Brockwell) 130 Years: Mona Vale A (Monnock/Tocquer/Stokes), Mona Vale (Bray/Layard/Critoph) 150 Years: Manly (Watts/Ingle/Davies), Freshwater (McConnell/Dyer/Wiadrowski) 170 Years: Palm Beach (Begg/Chapman/Van ooi), Newport (Alston/Hopton/Nailler) SKIS: Male: 30-34: Chris Allum (Queensciff), Glenn Coltman (North Curl Curl) 35-39: Jim Morrison (Mona Vale) 40-44: Bryce Munro (Mona Vale), Sam Hart (Queenscliff), Chris Maher (Queenscliff) 45-49: John Thomson (Manly), Simon Phin (Freshwater), Nick Edmonds (Manly), Nick Williams (Manly), Claude Busse (Manly) 50-54: Anthony Viecelli (Manly), Dave Slennett (Queenscliff), Chris Morgan (Manly), Michael McGrath (Manly), Grant Henderson (Queenscliff), Jeremy Lai (Queenscliff) 55-59: Mark Byrnes (North Narrabeen), Geoff Crittle (Dee Why), Nick Carroll (Newport), Peter Grimes (Narrabeen Beach), Joseph Badoui (Manly) 60-64: Steve Bennett (Freshwater), Kevin Flood (Newport), Marty Quinn (Dee Why), Tony Way (Palm Beach), Steve Davis (Freshwater) 70 +: Peter Sledge (Palm Beach), Rob Berry (Palm Beach) Female: 35-39: Kim Henderson (North Curl Curl), Mel Thomas (Manly), Jen Spencer (Warriewood) 40-44: Mel Brock (Manly), Sophie Stokes (Mona Vale) 45-49: Kris Monnock (Mona Vale), Paula Tocquer (Mona Vale) 50-54: Lisa Layard (Mona Vale) 55-59: Chris Hopton (Newport), Karen Begg (Palm Beach) 60-64: Annabel Chapman (Palm Beach) DOUBLE SKIS: Male: 30-34: Chris Allum/Sam Hart (Queenscliff) 35-39: Munro/Morrison (Mona Vale) 40-44: Thompson/Gibbs (Manly), Maher/Halliday (Queenscliff), Carey/Whittaker (Queenscliff), Morton/Wegenaar (North Curl Curl) 45-49: Slater/Heaton (North Curl Curl), Phin/Kirkby (Freshwater), Van der Wallen/Brown (Palm Beach), Edmonds/Williams (Manly), Byrnes/Marshall (North Narrabeen) 50-54: Viecelli/Ingle (Manly), Henderson /Slennett (Queenscliff), Lai/Clare-Nazer (Queenscliff) 55-59: Crittle/Hatfield (Dee Why A), Sharkey/Wylie (Dee Why B) 60-64: Bennett/Davis (Freshwater), Quinn/Marshall (Dee Why) 60 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

61 Female: 40-44: Crawford/Davies (Manly) 45-49: Tocquer/Monnock (Mona Vale) SKI RELAY: Male: 110 Years: Queenscliff (Allum/Carey/Clare-Nazer), Mona Vale (Munro/Morrison/Sims), North Curl Curl (Heaton/ Slater/Coltman) 130 Years: Manly (Gibbs/Ingle/Ellison), Queenscliff (Maher/Hart/Halliday), Manly (Thomson/Edmonds/ Morgan), North Narrabeen (Byrnes/Tyson/Marshall) 150 Years: Queenscliff (Slennett/Henderson/Lai), Manly (McGrath/William/Viecelli), Freshwater (Kirkby/Phin/ Bennett), Manly (Badoui/Busse/Boris), Narrabeen Beach (Grimes/Wells/Townsend), Palm Beach (van der Wallen/ Wiadrowski/Brown) 170 Years: Dee Why A (Crittle/Hatfield/Wylie), Newport (Carroll/Flood/Borg), Dee Why B (Marshall/Quinn/Sharkey), Queenscliff (Townsend/Bird/Whittaker), Manly (Bochner/Haskins/Platt), Palm Beach (Webster/Sledge/ Way) Female: 110 Years: Manly (Crawford/Davies/Brock) 130 Years: Mona Vale (Tocquer/Monnock/Stokes) 170 Years: Palm Beach (Chapman/Nelson/Begg) BOARDS: Male: 30-34: Glenn Coltman (North Curl Curl) 40-44: Peter Wells (Narrabeen Beach), Laurence McCoy (Newport), Kurt Wegenaar (North Curl Curl), Tim Woolnough (Mona Vale), Andrew Webster (Palm Beach) 45-49: Peter Ingle (Manly), Ashleigh Brown (Avalon Beach), Chris Pendray (Freshwater), Glenn Slater (North Curl Curl), Matt Heaton (North Curl Curl), Saul Brown (Palm Beach) 50-54: Michael Kirkby (Freshwater), Adriaan van der Wallen (Palm Beach), David Spencer (Mona Vale), Warren Hannam (Dee Why), Glen Borg (Newport), Grant Salmon (Avalon Beach) 55-59: Nick Carroll (Newport), Andrew Stuart (North Curl Curl), Craig Hood (Manly), Peter Sharkey (Dee Why), Mark Anciewicsz (Newport), Ross Bidencope (Avalon Beach) 60-64: Kevin Flood (Newport), Phil Bird (Queenscliff), Chris McGuckin (Avalon Beach), Marty Quinn (Dee Why), Steve Davis (Freshwater), Tim Platt (North Steyne) 65-69: Bob Richardson (Avalon Beach) 70+: Doug Ferris (Palm Beach), Danny White (Queenscliff) Female: 35-39: Kim Henderson (North Curl Curl), Jen Spencer (Warriewood), Melanie Thomas (Manly), Beata Bray (Mona Vale) 40-44: Sophie Stokes (Mona Vale), Mel Brock (Manly) 45-49: Kris Monnock (Mona Vale) 50-54: Lise Layard (Mona Vale), Hilary Ingle (Manly), Jane McLeod (Manly) 55-59: Gina McConnell (Freshwater), Karen Begg (Palm Beach), Linda Wiadrowski (Freshwater), Chris Hopton (Newport), Lisa Critoph (Mona Vale) 60-64: Annabel Chapman (Palm Beach) BOARD RESCUE: Male: 40-44: Freshwater (Hill/Kirkby),North Curl Curl (Wegenaar/ Stuart), Mona Vale (Munro/Manning) 45-49: Freshwater (Deurics/Tryrell), Avalon Beach (Brown/ Warrener), Palm Beach (Van der Wallen/Brown), North Curl Curl (Slater/Heaton), Manly (Busse/Haskins) 50-54: Manly (Viecelli/Ingles), Dee Why (Wylie/Hannam) 55-59: Newport (Carroll/ Anciewicsz), Manly (Hood/Houston), North Steyne (Neighbour/Birch) 60-64: Freshwater (Davis/Storman), Avalon Beach (McGuckin/Richardson) 70+: Queenscliff (Kwanten/White) Female: 35-39: Mona Vale (Bray/Critoph) 40-44: Mona Vale (Monnock/Stokes) 55-59: Palm Beach (Chapman/Begg), Freshwater (McConnell/Wiadrowski) BOARD RELAY: 130 Years: North Curl Curl (Stuart/Heaton/Coltman), Manly (Thomson/Busse/Williams), D/H Queenscliff (Lai/ Allum/Nankervis) Mona Vale (Spencer/Manning/Munro), Freshwater (Hill/Tyrell/ Block), Narrabeen Beach 150 Years: Freshwater (Phin/Kirkby/Pendray), Manly (Viecelli/Edmonds/Ingle), Avalon Beach (Brown/Pinhero/Salmon), Newport (Flood/McCoy/Carroll), Dee Why, North Curl Curl 170 Years: Manly (Hood/Platt/Haskins), Queenscliff (Bird/Hayes/Dean), Dee Why (Quinn/Sharkey/Hannam), Avalon Beach (McGuckin/Richardson/Warrener), Palm Beach (Way/Van der Wallen/Wiadrowski), North Steyne (Birch/ Mathew/Platt) Female: 110 Years: Manly (Moon/Brock/Davies) 130 Years: Mona Vale A (Monnock/Stokes/Layard), Mona Vale B (Gipoph/Tocquer,/Bray) 150 Years: Manly (Ingle, McLoud, Watts) 170 Years: Freshwater (McConnell/Gamble/Wiadrowski), Palm Beach (Begg/Van ooi/chapman), Newport (Maille/Alston/Hopkins) TUBE RACES: Male: 30-34: Ayman Haggag (Dee Why) 40-44: Sigi Hill (Freshwater), Andrew Webster (Palm Beach), Jamie Ryan (North Narrabeen), Bob Richardson (Avalon Beach) 45-49: Chris Tyrell (Freshwater), Glenn Slater (North Curl Curl), Ashley Brown (Avalon Beach), Saul Brown (Palm Beach), Simon Phin (Freshwater), Jeremy Ferguson (Dee Why) 50-54: Andrew de Vries (Freshwater), Adriaan van der Wallen (Avalon Beach), Warren Hannam (Dee Why) 55-59: Cam Wylie (Dee Why), Mark Anciewicsz (Newport), Mark Houston (Manly), Ross Birch (North Steyne) 60-64: Paul Storman (Freshwater), John Platt (Manly), Tim Platt (North Steyne) 70+: Dany White (Queenscliff) TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 61

62 Female: 35-39: Kim Henderson (North Curl Curl), Trina Evans (North Narrabeen), Beata Bray (Mona Vale) 45-49: Kris Monnock (Mona Vale), Lisa Critoph (Mona Vale) 55-59: Gina McConnell (Freshwater), Karen Begg (Palm Beach), Di Van Ooi (Palm Beach) 60+: Annabel Chapman (Palm Beach) BEACH SPRINTS: Male: 35-39: Steve Hatch (Newport), Joseph Lemma (Queenscliff), Mark Lancaster (Palm Beach), Ben Anderson (Palm Beach) 40-44: Rubin Ruzicka (Newport), Ben Hargy (Warriewood), Andrew Webster (Palm Beach), Jayson Elkins (Queenscliff), Gero Farruggio (Queenscliff) 45-49: Adam Gee (Warriewood), James Leggett-Budden (Warriewood) 50-54: Michael Gedz (Queenscliff), Brian Dolly (Queenscliff), Steve Hoy (Queenscliff), Glen Bauder (Warriewood), Greg Gardner (Queenscliff), Simon Dorahy (Queenscliff) 55-59: Nigel Kassulke (Manly), Steve Nelson (Queenscliff), Ross Collins (Queenscliff), Greg McHugh (Newport), Ian Johnston (Queenscliff), Mark Neighbour (North Steyne), Tim Gates (Palm Beach) DH David Shearsby (Queenscliff), Paul Mathew (North Steyne), Tim Platt (North Steyne), Tony Way (Palm Beach) 65-69: Ted Smithies (Newport), Martin Lynch (Newport) Female: 35-39: Katrina Evans (North Narrabeen), Melanie Thomas (Manly) 40-44: Sophie Stokes (Mona Vale), Karen Ingram (Mona Vale), Gemma Eastwood (Newport), Sarah Sherlock (Palm Beach) 45-49: Kris Monnock (Mona Vale), Annabel Nelson (Queenscliff), Gabrielle Davis (Queenscliff) 50-54: Robyn Henderson (Queenscliff), Philippa Wight (Collaroy), Michelle Hoy (Queenscliff), Lise Layard (Mona Vale), Suzanne Brown (Queenscliff), Melissa Way (Queenscliff) 55-59: Merrilee Linegar (Queenscliff), Linda Burrell (Queenscliff), Carol Forlonge (Bilgola), Karen Begg (Palm Beach), Caroline Yarnell (North Steyne) 60-64: Kathryn Watts (Manly), Kerry Armstrong (Collaroy), Annabel Chapman (Palm Beach) BEACH RELAYS: Male: 140 Years: Queenscliff (Lemma/Johnston/Dorahy/Elkins) 170 Years: Warriewood (Gee/Hargy/Bauder/Leggatt-Budden), Queenscliff (Dolly/Bird/Hoy/Collins) 200 Years: Queenscliff (Gardner/Gedz/Shearsby/Nelson), Newport, Palm Beach (Gates/Anderson/Way/Webster) Female: 140 Years: Queenscliff (Brown/Way/Hoy/Burrell) 170 Years: Mona Vale 200 Years: Queenscliff (Linegaar/Nelson/Henderson/Davies), Palm Beach (Sherlock/Begg/Chapman, Ray), Collaroy (Kawasaki/Armstrong/Wight/Hart) BEACH FLAGS: Male: 35-39: Mark Lancaster (Palm Beach), Ben Anderson (Palm Beach) 40-44: Ben Hargy (Warriewood), Andrew Webster (Palm Beach), Jayson Elkins (Queenscliff), Gero Farruggio (Queenscliff) 45-49: Adam Gee (Warriewood), James Leggett-Budden (Warriewood) 50-54: Michael Gedz (Queenscliff), Greg Gardner (Queenscliff), Brian Dolly (Queenscliff), Glen Bauder (Warriewood) 55-59: Steve Nelson (Queenscliff), Greg McHugh (Newport), Ian Johnston (Queenscliff), Tim Gates (Palm Beach), Mark Neighbour (North Steyne) 60-64: Tim Platt (North Steyne), Paul Mathew (North Steyne) 65-69: Martin Lynch (Newport), Ted Smithies (Newport) Female: 35-39: Katrina Evans (North Narrabeen), Melanie Thomas (Manly) 40-44: Karen Ingram (Mona Vale), Gemma Eastwood (Newport), Sophie Stokes (Mona Vale), Sarah Sherlock (Palm Beach) 45-49: Kris Monnock (Mona Vale), Annabel Nelson (Queenscliff), Gabrielle Davis (Queenscliff) 50-54: Robyn Henderson (Queenscliff), Philippa Wight (Collaroy), Lise Layard (Mona Vale), Miho Kawasaki (Collaroy), Fiona Rae (Palm Beach), Melissa Way (Queenscliff) 55-59: Merrilee Linegar (Queenscliff), Karen Begg (Palm Beach), Carol Forlonge (Bilgola), Linda Burrell (Queenscliff) 60-64: Annabel Chapman (Palm Beach), Kerry Armstrong (Collaroy) 2KM RUN: Male: 30-34: Quentin Reeve (Palm Beach) 35-39: Ben Anderson (Palm Beach) 40-44: Kurt Wegenaar (North Curl Curl), Gero Farruggio (Queenscliff), Andrew Webster (Palm Beach) 55-59: Tim Gates (Palm Beach) Female: 35-39: Melanie Thomas (Manly), Katrina Evans (North Narrabeen) 40-44: Sarah Sherlock (Palm Beach) 50-54: Hilary Ingle (Manly), Miho Kawasaki (Collaroy), Suzanne Brown (Queenscliff), Melissa Way (Queenscliff) 55-59: Caroline Yarnell (North Steyne) 1KM RUN: Male: 60-64: Tim Platt (North Steyne), Tony Way (Palm Beach) Female: 60-64: Kathryn Watts (Manly), Kerry Armstrong (Collaroy), Annabelle Chapman (Palm Beach) 62 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

63 BILL BUCKLE SUBARU MASTERS BRANCH CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS BOATS: Male: 160 Years: Avalon Beach Towballs, Manly Ferries 180 Years: North Narrabeen Darts, North Curl Curl Team A 200 Years: Bilgola Older, North Steyne Tigers, Avalon Beach Clogs, Avalon Beach Clown Show 220 Years: Queenscliff Mouldy Muffins, Warriewood Crustys, Freshwater 240 Years 260 Years: Long Reef Vets 240 Years Mixed: North Steyne Pacemakers Female: 120 Years: Queenscliff All Butt One 160 Years: Avalon Beach DBs, Long Reef MS Mits 200 Years: Avalon Beach Antiques, Warriewood Rustys CHAMPION LIFESAVER: Male: 40-49: Guyren Smith (Newport) 109, Timothy Cuthbert (Manly) 101 Female: 30-39: Melanie Thomas (Manly) , Rhani-lee Payne (Manly) : Janet Proudfoot (Newport) : Deborah Foote (North Steyne) TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 63

64 CHAMPIONSHIPS PHOTO GALLERY 64 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

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66 OUR SPECIAL BRANCH CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS Junior Boys Flags: Joshua Law, Jordan Ramirez, Cameron Davidson Junior Boys Sprint: Joshua Law, Cameron Davidson, Oscar Jessup Junior Boys Wade: Joshua Law, Carson Cunha, Oscar Jessup Girls Flags: Leela Kidd, Sophia Law, Isabella Law Girls Sprint: Leela Kidd, Isabella Law, Sophia Law Girls Wade: Leela Kidd, Sophia Law, Olivia Berton Girls Bucket Team: Oliva Berton/MacKenzie Beverage, Sophia/Isabella Law, Bridie Tobin/Leela Kidd Senior Boys Sprint: Ryan Murphy, Zac Fry, Jessie Stuart Senior Boys Flags: Ryan Murphy, Jessie Stewart, Mitch Byrne Senior Boys Wade: Ryan Murphy and Zac Fry, Max Kneebone, Matt Phelan 66 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

67 FINANCIAL REPORT 2017/18 LANCE BARNES DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Our positive profit result this year was excellent given the reduction in revenue due to the lower sponsorship income and the fact that we didn t have the major fundraising raffle that we did last year. I would like to congratulate the Branch team and Executive who were able to offset this shortfall by finding a number of alternate revenue options and delivering savings in our expenses. I would like to express our gratitude for the continuing support of our sponsors, council and local businesses whose continuing generosity assists the Branch in delivering a high level of beach safety and offering other services to our members. Our Surf Life Saving School s activities have continued to grow, delivering increased profitability over the previous year and we endeavour to continue this trend. The Branch has done a great job building the base of schools that use our programs and we have continued to enhance the offering. Cash flow continues to be a key focus for us. The Branch team did a great job managing our commitments particularly in the August-October period in a timely manner and we continue seeking opportunities to improve the timing of revenues. That said, our cash position is much more positive at year-end. Next Year We welcome a new major sponsor in ICMS and have renegotiated a supply agreement with Unilever that puts the Branch in a stronger financial position in the coming year. Long-term financial sustainability will be the primary focus for the coming year. We have commenced a dialogue with SLSNSW to investigate opportunities that will allow our Branch and other Branches to be more self-reliant. Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Inc. ABN For the year ended March 31, 2018 Contents Committee s Report 68 Statement of Financial Position 70 Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income 71 Statement of Changes in Equity 72 Statement of Cash Flows 73 Notes to the financial statements 74 Members of the Committee s declaration 91 Independent Audit Report 92 Our budget for the coming year reflects the improvement in sponsorship income which allows us to continue to deliver our wide range of services and invest in key areas. Earlier this year we organised a workshop on the fiduciary duties for club directors. This workshop was well received and we plan to run further workshops in the next 12 months I would like to thank the Branch team and the other members of the Executive for their support in the past year and I look forward to working with them to help deliver another successful year. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 67

68 Committee s Report Your Committee members submit the financial accounts of Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated (SLSSNB) for the financial year ended 31 March Members of the SLSSNB Executive Committee are: Branch President Deputy President Director of Finance Director of Lifesaving Director of Education Director of Surf Sports Director of Member Services Chief Executive Officer Principal Activities Douglas Menzies (Newport) Shannon Job (North Steyne) Lance Barnes (Newport) Glenn Tolan (Mona Vale) Adrienne Lowe (Dee Why) Darren Warrener (Avalon Beach) Tracey Hare-Boyd (North Steyne) Steven McInnes (Narrabeen Beach) The principal activities of the Association during the financial year were to provide, maintain and promote a safe beach and aquatic environment and be a valued Surf Lifesaving 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 surplus/(deficit) from operating activities amounted to: Long Term Objectives: Year ended Year ended 31 March March 2017 $ $ 1,174 53,010 To provide a professional and consistent volunteer lifesaving service on Sydney s Northern Beaches. Short-term objectives: To deliver the outcomes of the SLSSNB Strategic Plan including: 1. Providing a valued lifesaving service 2. Being best in class with our member education programs 3. Supporting our Clubs through efficient processes and education 4. Maximizing participation by our members in sport and other events 5. Engaging the community and our key stakeholders through collaborative partnerships Meeting Attendance: Executive Name Position Executive Meetings BoM Meetings Held Attended Held Attended Doug Menzies President Shannon Job Deputy President Lance Barnes Director of Finance Glenn Tolan (Elected May 17) Director of Lifesaving Adrienne Lowe Director of Education Tracey Hare- Boyd Director of Member Services Darren Warrener Director of Surf Sports Steven McInnes Chief Executive Officer EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

69 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Post Balance Date Events There were no matters or circumstances that have arisen since the end of the financial year which have or may significantly affect the operations of the Association future financial years. Future Developments The Association will continue to pursue its principal activities as stated. The Committee members do not anticipate any changes in the operations of the Association which will affect the results in subsequent years. Environmental Issues The Association operations are not regulated by any significant environmental regulation under a law of the Commonwealth or of a State or Territory. Indemnifying Officers and Auditor The Association has maintained insurance policy to cover all current Board members, advisers, auditor, employees or agents against liabilities for cost and expenses incurred by them in defending legal proceedings arising from their conduct while acting in the capacity of Officers of the Association. Legal Proceedings No person has applied for leave of Court to bring proceedings on behalf of the Association or intervene in any proceedings to which the Association is a party for the purpose of taking responsibility on behalf of the Association for all or any part of those proceedings. Contribution in winding up The Association is incorporated under the Associations Incorporation Act 2009 and has limited liability. If the Association is wound up, the constitution states that each member s liability is limited to the amount, if any, unpaid by the member in respect of membership towards meeting any outstanding obligations of the Association. Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Members of the Committee: Douglas Menzies President Date: Lance Barnes Director of Finance Date: TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 69

70 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Statement of Financial Position For the year ended 31 March 2018 Note $ $ CURRENT ASSETS Cash assets 7 180,972 52,731 Receivables 8 52, ,173 Other 9 39,860 15,780 TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 273, ,684 NON-CURRENT ASSETS Property, plant and equipment , ,573 Other TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 950, ,391 TOTAL ASSETS 1,224,167 1,324,075 CURRENT LIABILITIES Payables 11 37,530 68,638 Current tax liabilities 12 23,950 27,181 Provisions 13 69,306 58,777 Finance Liabilities 14 7,397 7,397 Others 15 37, ,555 TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 175, ,548 NON CURRENT LIABILITIES Finance Liabilities 16 19,323 23,540 TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 19,323 23,540 TOTAL LIABILITIIES 195, ,088 NET ASSETS 1,029,161 1,027,987 ACCUMULATED FUNDS Accumulated funds at the end of the financial year 17 1,029,161 1,027,987 TOTAL ACCUMULATED FUNDS 1,029,161 1,027,987 This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements CLUBS EQUIPPED - RIDING AND THE PREPARED SAME WAVE

71 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income For the year ended 31 March 2018 Note $ $ Grants 6 98,902 62,201 Revenue 6 1,200,633 1,192,257 Other Income 6 0 4,513 Depreciation (75,833) (71,822) Employment expenses 24 (847,337) (788,453) Other expenses (375,191) (345,686) Operating Surplus/(Deficit) 17 1,174 53,010 Other comprehensive Income Other comprehensive Income for the period 0 0 Total comprehensive income/(loss) 1,174 53,010 This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. TO KEEPING YOU OUR SAFE BEACHES AT THE BEACH SAFE 71

72 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Statement of Changes in Equity For the year ended 31 March 2018 Notes Reserves Accumulated Surplus/(deficit) Total Members fund $ $ $ Balance at 1 April 2016 (36,921) 1,011, ,977 Other comprehensive income Surplus for the year 0 53,010 53,010 Balance at 31 March (36,921) 1,064,908 1,027,987 Other comprehensive income Surplus for the year 0 1,174 1,174 Balance at 31 March (36,921) 1,066,082 1,029,161 This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements CLUBS EQUIPPED - RIDING AND THE PREPARED SAME WAVE

73 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Statement of Cash Flows For the year ended 31 March 2018 Notes $ $ Cash flows from operating activities Receipts from operating activities 1,522,272 1,014,954 Payments to suppliers and employees (1,342,890) (1,024,253) Interest received Borrowing costs 0 (845) Net cash inflow from operating activities ,668 (9,703) Cash Flows from investing activities Payment for property, plant and equipment (44,557) (112,903) Proceeds from disposal of plant & equipment 0 41,500 Net cash inflow / (outflow) from investing activities (44,557) (71,403) Cash Flows from financing activities Proceeds from borrowings 0 259,931 Repayment of borrowings (6,870) (229,945) Net cash inflow / (outflow) from financing activities (6,870) 29,986 Net increase / (decrease) in cash held 128,241 (51,120) Cash at the beginning of the financial year 52, ,851 Cash at the end of the financial year ,972 52,731 This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. TO KEEPING YOU OUR SAFE BEACHES AT THE BEACH SAFE 73

74 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Notes to the financial statements Note 1: Nature of operations Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated principal activities to provide, maintain and promote a safe beach and aquatic environment and be a valued Surf Lifesaving service to the community of Sydney Northern Beaches. Note 2: General information and statement of compliance These financial statements are general purpose financial statements that have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards Reduced Disclosure Requirements and the Australian Charities and Not-for profits Commission Act Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Ltd is a not-for-profit entity for the purpose of preparing the financial statements. The financial report covers Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated (Association). Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated is an Association incorporated in (NSW) under the Association Incorporations Act The following is a summary of the material accounting policies adopted by the Association in the preparation of the financial report. The accounting policies have been consistently applied, unless otherwise stated. Note 3: Changes in accounting policies A number of new and revised standards became effective for the first time to annual periods beginning on or after 1 January Information on the more significant standard(s) is presented below. AASB Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards Extending Related Party Disclosures to Not-for-Profit Public Sector Entities AASB amends AASB 124 Related Party Disclosures to extend the scope of that Standard to include not-for-profit public sector entities. Key disclosures required under the amendments for notfor-profit public sector entities include: Identification of key management personnel (KMP); KMP compensation; and Identification of related parties and transactions with those related parties This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements CLUBS EQUIPPED - RIDING AND THE PREPARED SAME WAVE

75 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN AASB is applicable to annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 July The adoption of these amendments has not had a material impact on the Association. AASB Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards Fair Value Disclosures of Not-for-Profit Public Sector Entities AASB makes amendments to AASB 13 Fair Value Measurement to exempt not-for-profit public sector entities from certain requirements of the Standard. The amendments were made to provide relief for not-for profit public sector entities from making certain disclosures about the fair value measurement of assets within the scope of AASB 116 Property, Plant and Equipment which are primarily held for their current service potential rather than for the purpose of generating future cash flows. AASB is applicable to annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 July The adoption of these amendments has not had a material impact on the Association. AASB Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards Disclosure Initiative: Amendments to AASB 107 AASB amends AASB 107 Statement of Cash Flows to require entities preparing financial statements in accordance with Tier 1 reporting requirements to provide disclosures that enable users of financial statements to evaluate changes in liabilities arising from financing activities, including both changes arising from cash flows and non-cash changes. AASB is applicable to annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January The adoption of these amendments has not had a material impact on the Association. AASB Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards Recoverable Amount of Non-Cash-Generating Specialised Assets of Not-for-Profit Entities This Standard amends AASB 136 Impairment of Assets to: remove references to depreciated replacement cost as a measure of value in use for not-for-profit entities; and clarify that the recoverable amount of primarily non-cash-generating assets of not-for-profit entities, which are typically specialised in nature and held for continuing use of their service capacity, is expected to be materially the same as fair value determined under AASB 13 Fair Value Measurement, with the consequence that: This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. TO KEEPING YOU OUR SAFE BEACHES AT THE BEACH SAFE 75

76 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN AASB 136 does not apply to such assets that are regularly revalued to fair value under the revaluation model in AASB 116 Property, Plant and Equipment and AASB 138 Intangible Assets; and - AASB 136 applies to such assets accounted for under the cost model in AASB 116 and AASB 138 AASB is applicable to annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January The adoption of these amendments has not had a material impact on the Association. AASB Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards Deferral of AASB 15 for Not-for- Profit Entities AASB amends the mandatory effective date of AASB 15 for not-for-profit entities so that AASB 15 is required to be applied by such entities for annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2019 instead of 1 January AASB is applicable to annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January The adoption of these amendments has not had a material impact on the Association. AASB Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards Further Annual Improvements Cycle This Standard clarifies the scope of AASB 12 Disclosure of Interests in Other Entities by specifying that the disclosure requirements apply to an entity s interests in other entities that are classified as held for sale, held for distribution to owners in their capacity as owners or discontinued operations in accordance with AASB 5 Non-current Assets Held of Sale and Discontinued Operations. AASB is applicable to annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2017 The adoption of these amendments has not had a material impact on the Association. This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. 76 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

77 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Note 4: Statement of Significant Accounting Policies (A) Basis of Preparation The financial report has been prepared on an accruals basis and is based on historical costs modified by the revaluation of selected non-current assets, and financial assets and financial liabilities for which the fair value basis of accounting has been applied. (B) Accounting Policies Taxes Income Tax: Fringe Benefits Tax: Capital Gains Tax: No provision for income tax has been raised as the Group is exempt from income tax under Div 50 of the Income Tax Assessment Act The Association, as a Public Benevolent Institution, was exempt from fringe benefits tax under Section 57A, Fringe Benefits Tax Assessment Act Grossed up value of specified fringe benefits to individual employees has been included on each employee s Statement of Earnings as required by law. From 1 April 2001 this exemption ceased for certain fringe benefits paid to employees in excess of $30,000 grossed up value for each employee. The Association, as a Public Benevolent Institution, is exempt from capital gains tax under Section 50-5, Income Tax Assessment Act Property, Plant and Equipment Each class of property, plant and equipment is carried at cost or fair value less, where applicable, any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. a) Property Freehold land and buildings are shown at their fair value (being the amount for which an asset could be exchanged between knowledgeable willing parties in an arm s length transaction), based on periodic, but at least triennial, valuation by external independent valuer, less subsequent depreciation for buildings. Any accumulated depreciation at the date of revaluation is eliminated against the gross carrying amount of the asset and the net amount is restated to the revalue amount of the asset. This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. TO KEEPING YOU OUR SAFE BEACHES AT THE BEACH SAFE 77

78 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN b) Plant and equipment Plant and equipment is measured on the cost basis less depreciation and impairment losses. The carrying amount of plant and equipment is reviewed annually to ensure it is not in excess of the recoverable amount from those assets. The recoverable amount is assessed on the basis of the expected net cash flows that will be received from the assets employment and subsequent disposal. The expected net cash flows have not been discounted to present values in determining the recoverable amounts. The cost of fixed assets constructed within Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated includes the cost of materials, direct labour, borrowing costs and an appropriate proportion of fixed and variable overheads. Subsequent costs are included in the asset s carrying amount recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that the future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All other repairs and maintenance are charged to the income statement during the financial period in which they are incurred. Increases in the carrying amount arising on revaluation of land and buildings are credited to a revaluation reserve in shareholders equity. Decreases that offset previous increases of the same asset are charged against fair value reserves directly in equity; all other decreases are charged to the income statement. Each year the difference between depreciation based on the revalue carrying amount of the asset charged to the income statement and depreciation based on the assets original cost is transferred from the revaluation reserve to retained earnings. c) Depreciation The depreciable amount of all fixed assets including buildings and capitalised leased assets, but excluding freehold land, is depreciated on a straight line basis over their useful lives to Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated commencing from the time the asset is held ready for use. Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the shorter of either the unexpired period of the lease or the estimated useful lives of the improvements. The depreciation rates used for each class of depreciable asset are: Class of Asset Depreciation Rate % Buildings 2.5% Plant and equipment 13 23% Other furniture and equipment 10 40% Motor vehicles 18% Other 20% This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements CLUBS EQUIPPED - RIDING AND PREPARED THE SAME WAVE

79 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN The assets residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at each balance sheet date. An asset carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset s carrying amount is greater than its estimated recoverable amount. Gains and losses on disposal are determined by comparing proceeds with the carrying amount. These gains or losses are included in the income statement. When revalue assets are sold, amounts included in the revaluation reserve relating to that asset are transferred to retained earnings. Leases Leases of fixed assets, where substantially all the risks and benefits incidental to the ownership of the asset, but not legal ownership, are transferred to Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated are classified as finance leases. Finance leases are capitalised recording an asset and a liability equal to the present value of the minimum lease payments, including any guaranteed residual value. Lease payments are allocated between the reduction of the lease liability and the lease interest expense for the period. Leased assets are depreciated on a straight line basis over their estimated useful lives where it is likely that Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated will obtain ownership of the asset or over the term of the lease. Lease payments under operating leases, where substantially all the risks and benefits remain with the leaser, are charged as expenses in the periods in which they are incurred. Lease incentives under operating leases are recognised as a liability and amortised on a straight - line basis over the life of the lease term. Financial Instruments a) Recognition Financial instruments are initially measured at cost on trade date, which includes transaction costs, when the related contractual rights or obligations exist. Subsequent to initial recognition these instruments are measured as set out below. b) Financial assets at fair value through profit and loss A financial asset is classified in this category if acquired principally for the purpose of selling in the short term or if so designated by management and within the requirements of AASB139: Recognition and Measurement of Financial Instruments. Derivatives are also categorised as held for trading unless they are designated as hedges. Realised and unrealised gains and losses arising from changes in fair value of these assets are included in the income statement in the period in which they arise. This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. TO KEEPING YOU OUR SAFE BEACHES AT THE BEACH SAFE 79

80 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN c) Loans and receivables Loans and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market are stated at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method. d) Held-to-maturity investments These investments have fixed maturities, and it is the company s intention to hold these investments to maturity. Any held-to-maturity investments are stated at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method. e) Available-for-sale financial assets Available-for-sale financial assets include any financial assets not included in the above categories. Available-for-sale financial assets are reflected at fair value. Unrealised gains and losses arising from changes in fair value are taken directly to equity. f) Financial liabilities Non-derivative financial liabilities are recognised at amortised cost, comprising original debt less principal payments and amortisation. g) Derivative Instruments Derivative instruments are measured at fair value. Gains and losses arising from changes in fair value are taken to the income statement unless they are designated as hedges. h) Fair Value Fair value is determined based on current bid prices for all quoted investments. Valuation techniques are applied to determine the fair value for all unlisted securities, including recent arm s length transactions, reference to similar instruments and option pricing models. i) Impairment At each reporting date, the Committee members assess whether there is objective evidence that financial instrument has been impaired. In the case of available-for-sale financial instruments, a prolonged decline in value of the instrument is considered to determine whether an impairment has arisen. Impairment losses are recognised in the income statement. Inventories Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Costs are assigned on a first-in first-out basis and include direct materials, direct labour and an appropriate proportion of variable and fixed overhead expenses. This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements CLUBS EQUIPPED - RIDING AND PREPARED THE SAME WAVE

81 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Impairment of Assets At each reporting date, the Committee members review the carrying values of its tangible and intangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have been impaired. If such an indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset, being the higher of the assets fair value less costs to sell and value in use, is compared to the asset s carrying value. Any excess of the assets carrying value over its recoverable amount is expensed to the income statement. Impairment testing is performed annually for goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite lives. Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, an estimate is made of the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs. Employee Benefits Provision is made for the liability for employee entitlements arising from services rendered by employees to balance date. Employee entitlements expected to be settled within one year have been measured at the amount expected to be paid when the liability is settled, plus related on-costs. Employee entitlements payable later than one year have been measured at the present value of the estimated future cash out flows to be made for those entitlements. Provisions Provision are recognised when Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated has a legal or constructive obligation, as a result of past events, for which it is probable that the outflow of economic benefit will result and that the outflow can be measured reliably. Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash and Cash Equivalents includes cash on hand, deposits held at call with banks or financial institutions, other short term highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within short term borrowings in current liabilities on the balance sheet. Revenue Revenue from the sale of goods is recognised upon the delivery of goods to customers. Interest revenue is recognised on a proportional basis taking in to account the interest rates applicable to the financial assets. Dividend revenue is recognised when the right to receive a dividend has been established. Dividends received from associates and joint venture entities are accounted for in accordance with the equity method of accounting. Revenue from the rendering of a service is recognised upon the delivery of the service to the customers. All revenue is stated net of the amount of goods and services tax (GST). This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. TO KEEPING YOU OUR SAFE BEACHES AT THE BEACH SAFE 81

82 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Grants A number of the Branch s programs are supported by grants received from local government and nongovernment institutions. If conditions are attached to a grant which must be satisfied before the Association is eligible to receive the contribution, recognition of the grant as revenue is deferred until those conditions are satisfied. Where a grant is received on the condition that specified services are delivered, to the grantor, this is considered a reciprocal transaction. Revenue is recognised as services are performed and at year-end until the service is delivered. Revenue from a non-reciprocal grant that is not subject to conditions is recognised when the Association obtains control of the funds, economic benefits are probable and the amount can be measured reliably. Where a grant may be required to be repaid if certain conditions are not satisfied, a liability is recognised at year end to the extent that conditions remain unsatisfied. Where the Association receives a non-reciprocal contribution of an asset from a government or other party for no or nominal consideration, the asset is recognised at fair value and a corresponding amount of revenue is recognised. Borrowing Costs Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of assets that necessarily take a substantial period of time to prepare for their intended use or sale, are added to the cost of those assets, until such time as the assets are substantially ready for their intended use of sale. All other borrowing costs are recognised in income in the period in which they are incurred. Goods and Services Tax (GST) Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST, except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Taxation Office. In these circumstances, the GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of the expense. Receivables and payables in the balance sheet are shown inclusive of GST. Cash flows are presented in the cash flow statement on a gross basis, except for the GST component of investing and financing activities, which are disclosed as operating cash flows. Disposal of Surplus Annual Surplus: The Associations Incorporations Act prohibits the distribution of any surplus to Members. All income must be applied solely towards the promotion of the objects of the Association. Surplus on Liquidation: As required by the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991, the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 and Tax Ruling TR 2000/12 and Rule 35 of the Constitution, any assets remaining upon the winding up of the Association must be applied to the objects or purposes for which they were raised. This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements CLUBS EQUIPPED - RIDING AND PREPARED THE SAME WAVE

83 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Comparative Figures Where required by Accounting Standards comparative figures have been adjusted to conform to changes in presentation for the current financial year. a) Critical accounting estimates and judgments The Committee members evaluate estimates and judgments incorporated into the financial report based on historical knowledge and best available current information. Estimates assume a reasonable expectation of future events and are based on current trends and economic data, obtained both externally and internally. Key estimates - Impairment The Committee members assess impairment at each reporting date by evaluating conditions specific to the group that may lead to impairment of assets. Where an impairment trigger exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is determined. Value-in-use calculations performed in assessing recoverable amounts incorporate a number of key estimates. Note 5: Financial risk management objectives and policies The Association s principal financial instruments are comprised of cash, receivables and payables. The Association manages its exposure to key financial risks in accordance with its financial risk management policy. The objective of the policy is to support the delivery of the Association s financial targets while protecting future financial security. The main risks arising from the Association s financial instruments are: Market risk Credit risk Liquidity risk. The Association uses different methods to measure and manage the risks to which it is exposed. These include: Monitoring levels of exposure to interest rates Monitoring assessments of market forecasts for interest rates Ageing analysis and monitoring of specific credit balances to manage credit risk Liquidity risk monitoring through the development of future rolling cash flow forecasts. The Committee reviews and agrees on policies for managing each of these risks. The policies are summarised below. This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. TO KEEPING YOU OUR SAFE BEACHES AT THE BEACH SAFE 83

84 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Market risk is the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market prices. The main component of market risk to the Association is interest rate risk. Interest rate risk refers to the risk that movements in variable interest rates will affect financial performance by increasing interest expenses or reducing interest income. Interest rate risk arises from financial assets and liabilities that are subject to floating interest rates. The Association s exposure to market interest rates relates primarily to: Cash and cash equivalents Financial Risk Principal subjected to floating rate Non-interest bearing Total 2017 Financial assets Cash and cash equivalents 52, ,731 Trade and other receivables 0 275, ,173 Total financial assets 52, , ,904 Financial liabilities Trade and other payables 0 68,638 68,638 Borrowings 30, ,937 Total financial liabilities 30, ,638 99, Financial assets Cash and cash equivalents 180, ,972 Trade and other receivables 0 52,437 52,437 Total financial assets 180,972 52, ,408 Financial liabilities Trade and other payables 0 37,530 37,530 Borrowings 26, ,720 Total financial liabilities 26,720 37,530 64,250 This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements CLUBS EQUIPPED - RIDING AND PREPARED THE SAME WAVE

85 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN $ $ Note 6 Revenue Sponsorship 302, ,468 Government Grants 90,120 50,400 Non government grants 33,781 34,001 Fundraising 0 22,884 Fees for services 872, ,481 Donations Interest received ,299,535 1,254,458 Other Income Profit/(Loss) on disposal of assets 0 4,513 1,299,535 1,258,971 Note 7 Cash Assets Current Cash at bank and on hand 180,972 52, ,972 52,731 Note 8 Receivables Current Account receivable 52, ,098 Other receivables 0 84,075 52, ,173 Note 9 Other Assets Current Prepayments 22,933 8,635 Inventory 16,927 7,145 39,860 15,780 This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. TO KEEPING YOU OUR SAFE BEACHES AT THE BEACH SAFE 85

86 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Note 10 Property, Plant and Equipment Plant and equipment - at cost 280, ,050 Less: Accumulated Depreciation (220,205) (179,104) 59,997 90,946 Office Furniture & Equipment 222, ,366 Less: Accumulated Depreciation (165,170) (152,678) 57,783 34,688 Motor Vehicles - at cost 112, ,659 Less: Accumulated Depreciation (46,161) (34,156) 66,114 77,503 Other Assets - at cost 31,560 31,560 Less: Accumulated Depreciation (31,560) (31,560) 0 0 Buildings at valuation 847, ,765 Less: Accumulated Depreciation (81,579) (71,329) 766, ,436 Total 950, ,573 Formation expenses Other Assets Note 11 Payables Unsecured Trade creditors 27,445 54,987 Other creditors 10,085 13,651 37,530 68,638 Note 12 Tax Liabilities Current GST payable 20,777 21,178 Amount withheld from salary and wages 3,173 6,003 23,950 27,181 This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. 86 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

87 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Note 13 Provisions Current Employee entitlements 69,306 58,777 69,306 58,777 A provision has been recognised for employee entitlements relating to annual and long service leave for employees. In calculating the present value and future cash flows in respect of long service leave, the probability of long service leave being taken is based upon historical data. The measurement and recognition criteria for employee benefits have been included in Note: Statement of Significant Accounting Policies. Note 14 Finance Liabilities Current Chattel mortgage Toyota Finance 7,397 7,397 7,397 7,397 Note 15 Others Current Deferred revenue 37, ,555 37, ,555 Note 16 Finance Liabilities Non-Current Chattel mortgage Toyota Finance 19,323 24,617 CBA business line of credit 0 (1,077) 19,323 23,540 The finance facility of $200,000 with Commonwealth Bank of Australia is secured against 9/1 Vuko Place, Warriewood. It is a principal and interest revolving facility. During the year, the facility has been paid down and redraws regularly to meet ongoing cash flow requirement. This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 87

88 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Note 17 Accumulated Funds Accumulated funds at the beginning of the year 1,027, ,977 Operating surplus/(deficit) 1,174 53,010 Other comprehensive income/(loss) 0 0 Accumulated funds at the end of the year 1,029,161 1,027,987 Note 18 Reconciliation of Cash For the purposes of statement of cash flows, cash includes cash on hand and in banks and investments in money market instruments, net of outstanding bank overdrafts. Cash at the end of the year as shown in the statement of cash flows is reconciled to the related items in the Balance Sheet as follows: CBA Cheque Account 181,040 52,731 Credit Cards (68) 0 180,972 52,731 Note 19 Reconciliation of Net Cash Provided By/Used In Operating Activities To Operating Surplus Operating surplus/(deficit) 1,174 53,010 Profit/(Loss) on sale of non current assets 0 (4,513) Depreciation 75,833 71,812 Interest charged Changes in assets and liabilities, net of the effects of purchase and disposal of subsidiaries (Increase)/decrease in receivables 222,735 (147,044) (Increase)/decrease in other assets (24,080) 8,056 Increase/(decrease) in payables (38,608) 1,754 Increase/(decrease) in tax liabilities (3,231) (18,751) Increase/(decrease) in provisions 10,529 9,573 Increase/(decrease) in other liabilities (65,555) 15,555 Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities 179,668 (9,703) Note 20 Interest Income Cash management account th July th July This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. 88 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

89 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Note 21 Insurance Cover General 1,781 2,311 Workers Compensation 2,699 2,936 4,780 5,247 Note 22 Commitments Operating leases payable Within one year After one year but not later than five years 1,824 1,824 After five years 5,586 6,042 7,866 8,322 The Association has entered into a lease agreement with the NSW State Government for a period of 21 years expiring in 2035 for its Fisherman s Beach Radio Room. Increases in lease commitment may occur in line with market rental reviews in accordance with the agreement. Note 23: Capital Commitments There are no capital commitments that the Committee members are aware of that will have material effects to the financial reports. Note 24 Employment Expenses Branch Employment Expenses 611, ,820 Club Employment Expenses 235, , , ,453 Note 25: Contingent Liabilities There are no contingent liabilities that the Committee members are aware of that will have material effects to the financial reports. Note 26: Contribution in winding up The Association is incorporated under the Associations Incorporation Act 2009 and has limited liability. If the Association is wound up, the constitution states that each member s liability is limited to the amount, if any, unpaid by the member in respect of membership towards meeting any outstanding obligations of the Association. Note 27: Events Subsequent to Reporting Date There are no events subsequent to reporting date that the Committee members are aware of that will have material effects to the financial reports. This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 89

90 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Note 28: Financial Instruments Loans and receivables Financial liability measured at amortised cost Total 2017 Current financial assets Cash and cash equivalents 52, ,731 Trade and other receivables 275, ,173 Total current financial assets 327, ,904 Current financial liabilities Trade and other payables 0 (68,638) (68,638) Borrowings 0 (7,397) (7,397) 0 (76,035) (76,035) Non-current financial liabilities Borrowings 0 (23,540) (23,540) Total financial liabilities 0 (23,540) (23,540) Net financial assets/(liabilities) 327,905 (99,575) 228, Current financial assets Cash and cash equivalents 180, ,972 Trade and other receivables 52, ,437 Total current financial assets 233, ,409 Current financial liabilities Trade and other payables 0 (37,530) (37,530) Borrowings 0 (7,397) (7,397) 0 (44,927) (44,927) Non-current financial liabilities Borrowings 0 (19,323) (19,323) Total financial liabilities 0 (64,250) (64,250) Net financial assets/(liabilities) 233,409 (64,250) 169,159 This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. 90 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

91 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN Members of the Committee s declaration The committee has determined that the association is a reporting entity and that this general 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: 1. The financial report which comprises of the statement of financial position as at 31 March 2018, and the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income, statement of changes in equity and statement of cash flows for the year then ended, a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory notes is on accordance with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012 (Cth) and a) complies with Australian Accounting Standards as set out in Note 1; and b) gives a true and fair view of the financial position of Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Inc as at 31 March 2018 and its performance for the year ended on that date 2. The accompanying statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income is drawn up so as to give a true and fair view of the profit (or loss) of the association including fundraising appeals for the last financial year; 3. The statement of financial position is drawn up so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the association including fundraising appeals as at the end of the financial year; 4. The provisions of the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 (NSW), the regulations under the act, and the conditions attached to the fundraising authority have been complied with by the association; 5. The internal controls exercised by the association are appropriate and effective in accounting for all income received and applied by the organisation from any of its fundraising appeals; 6. 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 all of its debts as and when they fall due and payable; 7. The accounts and associated records have been properly kept during the year; 8. Money received as a result of fundraising appeals conducted during the year has been properly accounted for, and; 9. The principal activities of the association during the financial year were the provision of lifesaving services and no significant change to these activities has occurred. The accounts of the Association have been made out in accordance with applicable Accounting Standards, other mandatory professional reporting requirements, the provisions of the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission Act 2012 (Cth), the Associations Incorporation Act 2009 (NSW) and the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 (NSW). This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Committee and is signed for and on behalf of the Committee by: This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 91

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93 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Incorporated ABN This statement should be read in conjunction with the notes to the financial statements. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 93

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95 MANLY LSC Unfortunately, I have to start this report with the very sad news that a life was lost at our beach during the past patrolling season. On Easter Saturday (March 31, 2018), a man had a medical situation while swimming. The club s afternoon patrol was called into action, the council lifeguards and then the ambulance officers tried in vain to revive the swimmer. Sadly, a life lost. The council lifeguards and the ambulance officers commended our patrol for their response and professional actions. The past season for me was an interesting one. I was last club president in the 2007/2008 season, and before that in the 2001/2/3 period. Technology, the internet, ing, social media is now the club s operational mode of just about everything, which of course is both good, but for an old school fella, not so good. I am really just referring to the loss of the personal contact, the club chat aspect. Yes, I know times have changed, sometimes not wholly for the best in my opinion. During the past season, I found our old club bell in a garage in Brookvale and, after 40 years, she now hangs proudly once again in our club. I have also been able to bring all our honour boards up to date, along with our WW1 Honour Boards, so I am very pleased that our members can honour those members that should be accorded such recognition. Our club has also decided to establish an in-house merchandise shop, moving the gym space upstairs and utilising the downstairs area for the shop. The shop will have the title of The Manly Heritage and Memorabilia shop. Our treasurer, Craig Haskins, has done a sensational job with our club s finances, moving us into a healthy situation, covering all aspects of our club, plus depositing money into our Trustees Account. There was a strong commitment to our club s competitive programs, while the Trainers, coaches and parents have been dedicated to their tasks. The JAC was on fire. I thank and applaud Andrean Duffy for her leadership. Our nipper program is the envy of most clubs, with Nipper Nats being the highlight and also attractive to other clubs throughout the state. effort by the men s open ski relay team of Sam Speer, Kendrick Louis and Nick Dawe to win gold at Aussies. Nick s finish was just incredible. Amongst our fantastic women competitors, I would like to mention Naomi Scott for her sterling efforts. She has great moments ahead of her. Both Kendrick Louis and Naomi Scott will represent Australia at the Lifesaving World Championships in Adelaide in late November. Of course, there are many Manly club members I would like to single out for what they have done so I will just personally thank all Manly LSC members for their sense of duty to our club, and the fun moments. Our club sponsors are vital to us, and I thank them all for their desire to be with the Sky Blues. I would also like to thank SNB Branch, the directors and friends in the office. Also, the Branch sponsors who keep the lights on there, URM, Bennett Boards, Westfield Warringah Mall, NSW Government, DHL, plus many more, for their continuing support. Tony Bonner AM - President Huge congratulations to Aussie open ironman champion Kendrick Louis. He was the club s first open champion in the history of the ironman event. Also, what a great TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 95

96 SURF LIFE SAVING NEW SOUTH WALES 110 YEARS / 1907 ~ 2017 Presented to North Steyne SLSC Celebrating 110 years of Vigilance and Service Presented by DAVID MURRAY President SURF LIFE SAVING NEW SOUTH WALES 4th November, th Anniversary 96 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

97 NORTH STEYNE SLSC Our 110 th anniversary season was exceptional. Importantly, there were no lives lost during patrols. Nor has there been in any season in our remarkable history. There were many highlights a gala dinner, visit by the Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, display of our heritage, a lot of media promoting surf life saving and volunteering, recognition for our members, support for a world surf board riding competition, our 20 th annual ocean swim, hosting a carnival, nine per cent increase in membership and a life saving rescue. The rescue occurred at Shelly Beach on January 5, 2018, out of hours, away from our beach. The rescue, involving Tracey and Trae Hare-Boyd, was awarded SNB Branch and SLSNSW Rescue of the Month and was mentioned in the NSW Parliament by James Griffin MP, Member for Manly. Our 110 th Anniversary Black and Gold Dinner at St. Patrick s Estate, Manly on November 4, 2017 was a standout event. Some 200 people, including James Griffin, Michael Regan Mayor of Northern Beaches Council, Presidents David Murray, SLSNSW, Tony Bonner AM Manly LSC and Craig Susans, Queenscliff SLSC attended. On November 5, our celebrations continued with a visit by the Premier. She met with nippers and members and, along with Stephen Pearce CEO of SLSNSW, awarded the National Medal for Service to three members. We gave up our club and beach from February 9 to March 8, 2018 to support the Vissla Surf Pro world surf board riding competition. The event attracted large crowds. The surf was up. The weather almost perfect. Our 20 th ocean swim held on March 25, 2018 was one of our best, thanks to our large contingent of water safety and helpers. The sun was out and the numbers were up. We also spent time reflecting on our proud history and honouring North Steyne s most famous member Cecil Healy - at our gala dinner on November 4, at the naming of the John Devitt AM and Cecil Healy pool on February 22, at the book launch of Hell and High Water on April 22, at Anzac Day commemorations and at Heritage Day on May 5, 2018 where Rochelle Nicholls was our guest speaker. Several other members were honoured during the season. Tracey Hare-Boyd, a finalist for Rotary International Inspirational Woman of Year and David Cowell, NSW Government Volunteer of Year, Sydney North. Tracey and David were also awarded Outstanding Community Service at the Northern Beaches Council Australia Day ceremony. Six extraordinary life members were featured on Channel 9 Today Show for a combined 400 years and Neil Purcell OAM for 75 years of volunteer service to surf life saving. Our nippers had a strong season. They hosted Wet n Wild nippers again. The development of the under 8 s was especially noteworthy as was our new nipper directors. Our competition team ran a successful Branch beach only junior carnival with increased numbers. Our masters boat crew and Joe Jenkins did us proud by competing at Aussies with Joe winning a bronze medal. Our youth once again did the Steyn d Challenge. Redlands and Riverview returned. Frank Traugott President Our education team also had a good season training about the same number of SRC, bronze and higher awards as last year. Our Assessors were well represented at Central Venue assessments. We also trained a number of community groups in CPR. We had an increase in ripper nipper numbers to 36 this past season and they held their first presentation at Balgowlah RSL. Thanks to our beach friends at Manly LSC and Queenscliff SLSC as well as to all our members and sponsors that made it happen. It has been an endless summer of North Steyne SLSC proudly serving the community on North Steyne Beach for 110 years. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 97

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99 QUEENSCLIFF SLSC We are a Family Club, one that strives to foster and enrich our members, whilst providing a safe environment for all to participate and become the best that they can be in competition, life and lifesaving. In our 95 th season, we are proud to once again report that no lives were lost under our watch whilst patrolling Queenscliff Beach, as has been the case since we started patrols in To achieve this our members clocked up 6,376 hours on patrol. At the completion of this past season, several Patrol Captains and long serving patrol members announced their retirement from active patrol duty, to them and to all our ongoing active patrol members we say thank you for a job well done. Through the efforts of our lifesaving Trainers, led by Garry Fox, we saw an additional 51 members gain awards, allowing them to complete their first patrol and ensuring we can continue to meet our prime objective in patrols next season and for the years to come. In competition, we came sixth in the Sydney Northern Beaches point score with a strong showing in Masters and the Boat Section, fourth in the Masters and 18 th in Opens at the NSW Surf Life Saving State Championships and 10th in the Masters and 33 rd in the Opens at the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships in Perth. Our nippers competitive numbers are on the rise again, thanks to our Masters beach and water teams for their efforts in taking charge of activities at Sunday nippers. No longer are Sundays at Queensie about play activities and ball games, as a club, we have refocussed on teaching surf and beach skills and surf safety across all ages. Some 10 months ago at the club s AGM, I nominated Damien Daley (DD) to become the youngest ever Life Member of Queenscliff SLSC. In that nomination, I suggested that DD would go on to be the future of surfboat rowing at Queenscliff, following his years of service in the board and ski section. If only I d put some money on that statement! Eight months later, we honour DD s achievements and those of his U19 boys and girls crews and the boat section in general. What an outstanding season. In carnivals, we successfully conducted Round 1 of the Ocean6 and Nutri Grain Ironman Series in conjunction with the Paul Hammond Nippers Beach Carnival in November and then hosted our traditional Open Boat Carnival in January. Our building, under the guidance of Alan Butler, continues to evolve with new members showers and toilets being completed before the season started. In November came news that we had received funding to partially allow the next big phase, in creating a mezzanine level in the community hall. Our thanks go to our local political representatives, James Griffin and Tony Abbott, for their support and guidance along with the Northern Beaches Council. We are but a short step away from obtaining a lease over the whole pavilion which will give us the confidence to push ahead with the next phase of our building work. No surf club can survive without volunteers, donations and sponsors alike, so to all those that help in some small way we sincerely say thanks. Thank you also to our major sponsors: Cunninghams Property Balgowlah RSL Community First Credit Union Peppercorn Meats Throughout May I had the pleasure to attend: Nippers Presentation at the club, Lifesaving Awards and Presentation Night. What struck me at all of these functions Craig Susans - President was the sense of family, not only with the nippers, but also in the parents of the U13 s receiving their SRC s, through to the overall feeling of the speakers and awardees on Presentation Night. On a typical Sunday at Queensie, I see so many faces, who became involved at our club through their kids or parents. We must never lose that awareness of being a family club. It s our DNA, it s what defines us at Queensie. We must also continue to recognise our lifesaving Trainers, your interaction with the SRC and younger Bronze awardees each season continues to set a benchmark for everyone especially regarding communication with our youth. Our youth are our future and we must continue to strive to interact with them and provide a safe and inviting space for them to grow. To my Executive Group: Kathryn, Grant, Col, Barry and Deputy Ken Prior together with the active members of the Board and Life Members, thank you for your efforts and support. Another year, another fantastic season on Queenscliff Beach. I trust I have served all members well, I ve certainly enjoyed myself. Finally, to Lee, thanks again for allowing me the indulgence of our time being spent as president of Queenscliff SLSC. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 99

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101 FRESHWATER SLSC What another great season we enjoyed here at Freshwater and, most importantly, I can confirm that since our inception in 1908, there still have been no lives lost by anyone swimming between the flags during patrolled hours. What a great record and one I hope we maintain well into the future. Our membership this past season remained consistent with last year at 1776 members and I d like to think it s because we are viewed as a progressive and successful club, a club to which people just want to belong. Of course, the most important section in our club is the patrol members and this year we saw 16 patrol teams, involving some 381 active patrolling members. We successfully completed 112 recorded rescues and 226 recorded First Aid incidents and when you consider that we officially welcomed around 300,000 visitors to the beach during the season, our safety record is even more impressive. We saw an increase in our club s commitment to one of our core activities - that of Education and, under our Director of Education, John Goldrick s direction, this area of our club has gone from strength to strength. We now have 21 Trainers and 12 Assessors with an additional four probationary Trainers and two probationary Assessors. Our club members amassed an incredible 205 new awards and the education team participated in 517 proficiency tests for existing awards. Certainly an extraordinary result. Last season we promised to focus our attention on the IRB section and what a success that has been. Under our IRB Captain, John Lo Schiavo s leadership, we ve seen a further 11 crew qualified. Given the importance of this section to the safety of beachgoers and to our carnival competition obligations, the executive committee will continue its decision to waive membership fees for IRB drivers and additionally, the burden of responsibility of Patrol Captains is also recognised by waiving their membership fees. As with all organisations today, technology is playing an increasing role and this year saw the re-design of our website. It now features a central point of information for members by linking all the social media and communication applications in the one central location. We also installed three WIFI access points throughout the club providing free access to the internet for all members and it is amazing the number of members seen working from home on the club balcony during the week. Our Member Services portfolio continues to expand in its scope and its value to all members. This portfolio Director Claire de Paoli s perseverance and enthusiasm in organising club wide activities and events is infectious and I m hopeful that more members will avail themselves of her invitations next season. As always, she is willing to listen to any ideas members may have to increase participation in and use of the club facilities, as well as increasing our clothing range. The competitive side to our club continues to grow in numbers and our medal tally from the NSW and Australian titles was again impressive. We had some very pleasing results at the Aussie titles held in Scarborough, Perth, in April. John de Mestre (two) and Mike Kirkby won gold medals in masters events and in the Open Championships, we won our first ever gold medal in the Open Women Rand R with the team of Libby Murphy, Lysa and Bec Kiely, Jane and Clare Freakley. The Open Mixed R and R team of Seb di Sano, Hugo Weston and Bec, Pat and Gracie Kiely won gold also. Alan Burns - President To have three Kiely siblings win a gold medal in opens in the same event has not been done before in our club history and the fact that it was done on Gracie s 16 th birthday was an added bonus. To see Steve Davis and Steve Bennett winning a bronze medal in the 60/64 years double ski after 15 years of trying was truly pleasing and reminds us all that there is much in the saying never, ever, ever give up. I ve said on many occasions how thankful we are to have the kind of sponsors we have, both large and small. Thanks doesn t really seem to be enough and certainly to John Thorpe AM and his son-in-law, Sean King of the Harbord Hotel, after 40 consecutive years of being our major sponsor, we are deeply indebted to them for their continuing generosity. Similarly to the Harbord Diggers Club and the entire Board of the Mounties Group, to the Board and the Harbord Branch of the Community Bank - the Bendigo Bank and to James Smyth of Smyth Estate Agency (SEA), we say a collective thank you for your involvement and support of our club. Thanks to all the members of the executive committee and various club members who have provided me with support during the season and I look forward to seeing you all on the beach for the 2018/19 season. KEEPING YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 101

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103 SOUTH CURL CURL SLSC South Curl Curl SLSC was founded in 1918, so this year we celebrate our 100 th anniversary. I completed my first season as club president in the 2017/18 season so I am proud to represent South Curl Curl for such a significant milestone. We may be seen as a small club, but South Curly has a real sense of community and inclusion. It has a great balance on all aspects of surf life saving, with strength of patrols, sound education, active nippers, involved cadets, and some fiercely competitive seniors. This is especially true in surf boats. I follow on from past presidents who also progressed from being a nipper parent to become a long-term committee member and now president. What I like most about South Curl Curl is that I can always run into familiar and friendly faces at the beach, stop for a chat and sometimes a coffee. Our club places a high emphasis on training and patrols. This past season we again had 26 patrols, which meant that each patrol only had to complete five or six half-day patrols for the season. This actually presents a challenge for our competing members to achieve their hours of service each season. They can t afford to miss any patrols, or need to do make-up patrols. I would like to personally thank everyone who put in the hours and kept our beach open and safe. In terms of education, I would like to commend our CTO Mike Le Geyt for being awarded Trainer of the Year in 2017 and Facilitator of the Year in Mike has been instrumental in raising our standards and getting as many members proficient as possible. He seemed to be present almost every weekend throughout the season, and always pointed out areas for improvement. We had a fairly typical influx of new bronze holders, and many members increased qualifications by completing additional awards such as advance resuscitation, spinal management, IRB crew and driver certifications. Most patrols now have two certified drivers, which means less dependence on specific individuals during patrols. We had 400 junior members, and 40 cadets. We recognise the importance of progression from juniors though to the adult years, both for the youth and for the retention of parents into active patrolling members and committee members. We have also focussed on working proactively with council lifeguards to ensure safety is always demonstrated, and so that our beach can remain open as much as possible on event days. As in past years, our cadets had an annual start of season trip up north to Treachery at Seal Rocks. By all accounts this was a successful venture and helps to motivate this group to be involved while doing the activities they enjoy. Our club was proud to be involved with the Branch Junior Lifesaver of the Year program, and for one of our own Douglas Carroll; to win the Branch award. Our Ripper Nipper program continued, and it s great to see how much fun these kids have during their program. Many thanks to the dedicated parents and helpers who make this so successful. For a small club, South Curl Curl always punches above its weight when it comes to surf boats. This past season was no exception, with six competing male and female crews. Our men s A crew won the honour of representing Australia in the Trans-Tasman international event at Elouera Beach on February 17, The Graeme Dominish - President competition was fierce just to win the right to represent Australia, and all Australian crews were successful in retaining the title. Each year South Curl Curl hosts an Ocean Swim from South Curl Curl to Freshwater. This year, a last-minute change of course - due to conditions; became a swim out and back at Freshwater only. Everyone was impressed with the way the course was quickly altered, and the racing commenced within the hour from the revised start. I would like to commend all involved in organising this event for their great work, and the event contributed well to the club s bottom line. Our club was rocked by a tragedy during the season when a long-term club family member took his own life. This has highlighted the issue of mental health more significantly for many of us. In one respect this tragedy has brought many of us closer together, and asking what we can do to help. An inaugural Swim for Toby organised by Barry Farrell took place on May 19, 2018, from Shelly Beach back to South Curl Curl. We are keen to see this event opens up to the public, and grows into a significant event to raise awareness and funding for mental health. Every five years we celebrate with a Ball, so this September will be the 100 th Anniversary Ball. We will also be publishing a 100 th Anniversary Book, and are planning a 100 th Anniversary Carnival for late October, Finally, I thank our sponsors, who have been instrumental not just in helping purchase essential equipment but also in being involved in and around our club. The most significant of these is Freshwater Community Bank, a Branch of Bendigo Bank. They now have their name proudly displayed on a new Thundercat IRB purchased with their assistance. Also contributing is Allan Hall Business Advisors who sponsor the Ocean Swim, Sydney Beach Homes, and Seven Miles Coffee whose product can be sampled in Gusto on the Beach at South Curly. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 103

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105 NORTH CURL CURL SLSC North Curl Curl SLSC once again had another fantastic season in our various sections of activity and maintained their proud record of no loss of life in the patrolled flagged areas of North Curl Curl Beach. The 2017/18 season started with significant changes to the club s Board of Management with new faces stepping into Director of Marketing, Director of Members services, Director of Finance and president. For me as first-year president, it goes without saying we (newcomers) had a very steep learning curve to overcome, but we generally managed a business as usual season operationally. This fact was reinforced with annual figures showing a continued steady growth in membership as it has been for the past six seasons. Now with approximately 1,200 members, including some 250 being patrolling members, we are providing a better and more than ever professional service for our local community and beachgoers to North Curl Curl. Albeit, some cheek associated with the inverted call above, there is little doubt that our patrolling members are providing a great service to the community and that service is due in no small way to the excellent work the club s Trainers and Assessors have been continually putting in through proficiencies to increasing award qualifications of existing patrol members. Whilst surf sports is not specifically mentioned in our club s objectives, it has always been a proud and important part of the club s activities and culture. The pride of competing in the green and gold has somehow seen NCC as a club generally punching above our weight with some great results being achieved. Season 2017/18 was no exception with an exceptional outcome of sixth place in the State Age (nippers) Championships. The club s three major fundraisers were once again quite successful with our 3 Points Challenge held on the first Saturday in December, our Golf Day held in the Christmas / New Year break and finally our Motown night held late December. Special mention and thanks to Glenn Slater, Danni Petkovic and Louis Tassone who were the individual champions respectively for the staging of these events. Fundraising achieved at these events goes a long way in meeting our obligations but I also take this opportunity on behalf of North Curl Curl SLSC to extend our sincere appreciation and thanks to both Federal and State Governments, as well as our National and State bodies and their partners for their continued funding assistance. Our club supporters and sponsors are also acknowledged, for without their funding we would undoubtedly fall short in the maintaining of the level of community service that is expected. Our major supporters are John Huston, Vivid Property Dave Wymer - President Services, Freshwater Community Bank, Dee Why RSL, Ian Westmore, L J Hooker Dee Why, G J Gardner Homes, Curl Curl Plumbing and Channel 9. Thank you individually and collectively. In closing, I would like to thank SLSNSW President David Murry, Branch President Doug Menzies, Branch CEO Steve McInnes and Branch support staff for their assistance during the season as well as all the other club presidents who offered guidance and help to North Curl Curl. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 105

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107 DEE WHY SLSC Three events were highlights in the Dee Why SLSC calendar during the 2017/18 season. Social Sunday to celebrate women in our club was held on December 3, 2017, the visit to Dee Why SLSC by eight young members of the Tateyama SLSC in Japan and Cam Wiley achieving 50 years of service to surf life saving. Social Sunday consisted of morning beach activities, rescue demonstrations followed by a lunch for the women and girls. The event was a great success with special guest speaking about the role of women in surf life saving and the huge contribution they make. Dee Why is lucky to have a strong representation of women and girls in the club and I see many of them being future leaders and critical to the future success of the club. Thank you to Robynann Dixon, Sue Cheney, Tony Ingram and all involved with organising the day which was a great occasion. In 2016, club members Steve and Chelsea Haggett visited the Tateyama SLSC in Japan. Dee Why sent costumes and clothing with Steve as gifts to their members. Steve and Chelsea spent two weeks in Japan, doing patrols and attending training sessions with their junior, senior and national team members. Through fundraising, eight junior members were selected and given the opportunity to come to Australia and spend five days experiencing the hospitality of Steve and Robyn and the Dee Why SLSC. The visitors experienced some board paddling and training with the club and picked up some skills and knowledge from coaches Warren Hannam and Matt Molinia. The afternoon finished with an Aussie BBQ and the exchanging of gifts. Our Japanese friends also visited several other surf clubs (North Narrabeen SLSC) and other sights of the Sydney northern beaches, an experience they will remember for many years to come. Cam Wiley joined the surf life saving movement in the 1968/69 season as an under 8 nipper. As Cam travelled a lot, his membership did not stay with one single club or state or even country. Over the past 50 years, he has moved between Alexandra Headland in Queensland, Clifton in Capetown, Perrinporth Cornwall, England, Lacanau in France and finally settling in Dee Why in NSW. In his first season in competition at the state titles in Caloundra, Queensland, Cam managed a gold medal in the surf race and has never looked back. He has continued to compete for several Branches, states and even countries at all levels, from local club and Branch championships to National and World Championships, and was in the ironman series before Uncle Tobys or Nutri Grain series became well known. Cam was actively involved for more than 13 years with nippers as a water coach and age manager and, even though he has not had any children involved in nippers for at least five years, he still attends all nipper Sunday morning events to assist and impart his vast and extensive knowledge of surf and assists in coaching during the week. Hugh Long - President He has stayed proficient in all of his awards for no other reason but to keep his knowledge and skills current and make himself a useful surf lifesaver on the beach. Cam even did his Gold Medallion award in March, 2015, not for his own benefit, but to encourage others to do the award. He has dedicated his time over 50 years to surf life saving and its improvement and sustainability. Congratulations Cam from everyone at Dee Why SLSC. We had another successful patrolling season and the club is pleased to report that there was no loss of life on Dee Why Beach during the season. On behalf of the Dee Why SLSC, I would like to express my appreciation to everyone involved with and supporting our club, the committee, the members and their families, the sponsors, Branch staff, the council lifeguards and all those who supported us throughout the year. It was a very successful year and I look forward to seeing you all again next season. KEEPING YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 107

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109 LONG REEF SLSC Firstly, I would like to thank all my fellow members of Long Reef SLSC who once again have shown that the spirit of volunteering is alive and well and flourishing in our slice of paradise. Together we have once again provided an excellent standard of beach management and rescue services delivering more than 5,000 man-hours of patrolling in season 2017/2018. Secondly, I would like to thank my fellow Management Committee members for their tireless work throughout the season and manage professionally our club s activities with a minimum of fuss. The season was not without controversy, with the issue of our new ATV, the ARGO being prohibited from use over the Christmas period by SLSSNB. Fortunately, this matter has now been comprehensively put to bed and the ARGO is now in full operation and comfortably doing work that our previous ATV s were unable to do because of Mount Long Reef, the ever increasing sand dune between our clubhouse and the ocean. I would especially like to mention the contribution of Long Reef SLSC member Matt Piper who is an inspiration to us all. Matt is blind, but despite this he enjoys bodysurfing and time at the beach with his friends and family. He is and we hope remains a very important member of the Longy family. Although not able to do his Bronze Medallion, Matt obtained his Radio Operator s Certificate and with that qualification he plays an important role on our patrols. Well done and, on behalf of myself and all members, thank you Matt. We must also recognise and congratulate Hamish Christie who was selected as one of the two NSW representatives to travel to New Zealand to participate in a five-day intensive surf lifesaving development camp at Bethells Beach on the west coast. I now turn to our 400-plus nippers who will hopefully continue to grow and develop with the club after they leave nipper age. I would like to thank Deb Smith and Euan Fisher, in particular, for their tireless work in co-ordinating the team who organise our nippers program. It would naturally be remiss of me also not to thank parents, friends, cadets and regular club members who also give up their time in making Saturday afternoon nippers at Longy such a success. It is also great to see so many of the nipper parents doing their Bronze Medallion. It is not only a great achievement for them but also assists the club generally in increasing the number of our patrolling members. Now to the ongoing challenge of the new Long Reef SLSC clubhouse and associated community facilities. A small dedicated Long Reef team has been actively working with Northern Beaches Council to move the project forward but, as is unfortunately sometimes the case, it is going at a much slower pace than we had hoped. There are varying views in some sectors of the community as to the nature and size of the facilities that are appropriate for the new Long Reef facility but I am pleased to report that there is now a healthy breeze in the sails of the project and a concept design for wider public comment is expected to be available by the time this report goes to print. We look forward to council, State and Federal Government providing funding assistance for the project and will continue (and in this respect I wish to personally thank Rob Pearson for leading the charge) to liaise with council in order to achieve what we need as a fit for purpose surf life saving club. I must also thank Justin Utteridge and the other Trainers (once again) for the dedicated and hard work they have put in during the season to encourage and support 72 members to successfully achieve their Bronze Medallion, SRC qualifications and other awards which included achieving many advanced surf life saving awards. Overall an outstanding effort from the education team and all our dedicated and enthusiastic Trainers and Assessors. In relation to the competition front, again it was in the surf boats where most action took place in the open and masters over the season although I am pleased to say that we did have competitors and success in nippers and cadets. In the nippers, Connor Ward won gold in the under 9 surf race and 1km run at the Sydney Northern Beaches Branch Championships and Connor was in the top 10 at the State Championship carnival in the under 9 surf race. Cooper Kent won silver in the under 14 beach sprint and beach flags at the Branch Championships. Peter Kinsey - President Not to be outdone in the cadets, we had Lochie Adams win gold in the under 15 2km run and Lochie also won bronze in the under 15 mixed beach relay with Mackenzie Davie, Zoe Dagassan and Cooper Kent. In the boats, I would like to congratulate our Open Men s George Bass Marathon crew for bringing home silver in the 190km row from Batemans Bay to Eden. It is certainly a gruelling event as I know from experience. Congratulations also to our Vets crew who won gold at the Branch, State and Australian Championships. At the Branch Championships the Vets, rowing in the over 260 s division, were required to row against the crews in the 220 s and 240 s divisions and beat them all. The Vets will be travelling to Adelaide in November to fly the Longy flag at the World Lifesaving Championships. It would be remiss of me not to mention our MsFITs crew made up almost entirely of nipper mums, who in their first competitive row, got silver at the Branch Championships and are regularly seen in the gym and out on the water. Of course, our achievements are facilitated by our partners and sponsors for without their generous involvement it would be very difficult for the club to financially survive. We thank the generosity of The ArtHouse Hotel, Channel 9, United Resource Management, Wilderness Wear, Mountain Fresh, Long Reef Surf, Beachlife Physiotherapy, Nomad Brewery, Finz, Wade Oldham, and Domain for their continued support. The support of SNB Branch, SLSNSW and SLSA and their dedicated staff is very much appreciated. Long Reef SLSC is in a stable and healthy financial position, and the club is approaching 900 members. We have an expanding active patrolling membership coupled with excellent quality nipper and cadet programs. The club looks forward to the coming season and continuing its role as a vibrant and active voluntary community service organisation, hopefully with a new clubhouse! KEEPING KEEPING YOU SAFE OUR BEACHES AT THE BEACH SAFE 109

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111 COLLAROY SLSC Once again we can report a successful 2017/18 season at Collaroy which included a fantastic SNB Branch Championships. Our plans to continually improve premises, rescue equipment and standards of our patrols moves forward and through the dedication of a number of members all our preseason objectives were met. We set out to rebuild our ground floor ladies and men s bathroom/shower facilities and with thanks to the NSW State Government capital works grants we were able to complete this project. Other funding from Surf Life Saving NSW ensured completion of electrical upgrades with our annual costs of running the club mostly met by our generous sponsors and donors. And more projects are in the pipeline for next season. In addition, the upgrading of rescue gear such as boards, resuscitation equipment, tubes, medical kits, training aids and IRB motors allows us to give both our patrols and swimming public at Collaroy the confidence that their provision of services and safety are first class. The competition area was again impressive with success across the disciplines of boats, R and R, beach masters, board and ski and who can deny the accolades due to our Ladies March Past team winning their second consecutive Australian title in Perth. Our nippers section is well managed and all involved had a successful fun season. Thanks go to all our coaches and managers who make all these successes happen. This past season saw the renewal of one of the great sponsorship stories in surf life saving. McWilliam s Wines had a 50 year relationship with the Collaroy boat section from the 1940 s to the 1990 s. The McWilliam s family and company rekindled that relationship with a donation towards a new surf boat. A relationship that we hope continues for another 50 years. The success of any organisation is the sum of its volunteers and at Collaroy we have no shortage. This was evident during the SNB Branch Championships where our work parties toiled on all areas at all hours. Many thanks to them and a special thanks to North Narrabeen SLSC for allowing us to run the beach events there. A great example of clubs working together to ensure success for all. The Collaroy area continues to grow and has been heavily affected by infrastructure works and traffic congestion. We all on the northern beaches see the impact of population growth and the strain it puts on the community in regard to parking and the use of popular facilities such as beaches. Volunteer life savers struggle to park to attend patrols, parks and beaches are full early in the day but important infra structure such as parking (particularly for surf club patrols) gets overlooked leading to much frustration amongst those wanting to enjoy our beautiful northern beaches. Clubs such as ours only survive due to the good will and hard work of volunteers. I would like to thank our committee and members for making this so. Thank you also to the Branch elected officials and office staff for their support over the season. Greg Broome - President KEEPING OUR BEACHES SAFE KEEPING YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 111

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113 SOUTH NARRABEEN SLSC The past year was really significant for our club in many ways. We celebrated our 95th anniversary in 2017 and held a dinner in March, 2018 which was well attended by members, old and new. We fulfilled our lifesaving commitment with another year of no lives lost. Whilst our patrol numbers were slightly lower than the previous season, we contributed more hours patrolling the beach, despite significant pressure on our patrol teams. To each member of our patrols, on behalf of your club and community, I would like to say a big thank you and a job well done. Club membership had a slight increase over the previous season, but we saw the biggest increase in nippers membership in a decade. We had 91 registered nippers, which consisted of more than 20 new families joining the club. Thanks to everyone on our Nippers Committee for their hard work in making South Narrabeen such a welcoming, safe and inclusive club to be a part of. It is pleasing to report that we ve experienced one of the best financial positions we have seen. Income up, expenses steady and helped by: The OVR bookings well up and reached new cost efficiencies Cabana Beach Kiosk enjoying strong patronage and was recently filmed for a Getaway episode Success in grants Honours and Awards Congratulations to Charles Longley and Ken Passmore, recipients of Honours Blazer. Mike Rennie for Distinguished Service. In April, we held the Annual Honours Awards breakfast. We acknowledged our sponsors. We presented members with the five, 15 and 20-year National Patrol Service Certificate Awards and also 15-year Competition Official Certificate. 95 th Anniversary In March, we held the club s 95 th Anniversary. During the evening, it was my honour to present our two longest standing members with their 70-year service: Congratulations to Life Members Chika O Reilly and Peter Clarke. The OVR again has gone from strength to strength with increased hall hirings, income and maintaining expenses. A big thanks to Nicole Prestinenzi who, with the support of Charles, has increased revenue again. Well done Nicole. Club events provide much needed funds such as: The Club Golf day in February, now in its third year, was a success and we thank Sarah and Matt Oaten for organising this. Club Sponsorship To our main club sponsors we are very grateful for your ongoing support Reilly and Sons Food Services Black Build Projects Pty Ltd MS Interiors Jewel Finance Integrite Pty Ltd Patrols The club is indebted to our eight patrols who were rostered on for full day patrols. The Patrol Captains leadership, teamwork, dedication and water skills were essential in keeping the beach safe and proudly represented the club each weekend. Martin Hayward - President To Richard Dowling, Mike Bojko, Sam Warner, Grant Shapcott, Peter Madden, Rohan Fisher, Sarah Oaten and Martin Hayward, also to Warwick Blackman, who works out of Surfcom, well done. A special mention goes to Thecla Haven, who provides much needed clerical support with Surfguard and compliance. Also to Brian Grundy, First Aid officer and Grant Shapcott IRB captain, Mike Rennie Fuel officer, Andrew Irving Equipment officer, Brian Grundy and Mike Rennie for IRB training support to Grant, a big thanks. Finally, to all our volunteers from the patrolling members, the Nippers Committee, parents, club committee, sub committees and friends of South Narrabeen, I thank you for your dedication and support during the season. We have together served our community well by keeping them safe and I look forward to seeing you again in September for the start of the 2018/19 season. KEEPING YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 113

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115 NARRABEEN BEACH SLSC The 2017/18 season saw 121 patrolling members from Narrabeen Beach SLSC spend 4,958 hours volunteering on the beach where they carried out 10 rescues, 125 first aid treatments and 735 preventive actions. Thank you to all our hard-working club members for their ongoing dedication and service to the community, as well as the ongoing support provided by Sydney Northern Beaches Branch during the 54 th year of Narrabeen Beach SLSC. Lifesaving As the season got underway, our lifesaving patrol roster was maintained at our desired strength of 12 experienced patrols, thanks to the efforts of our Director of Lifesaving, Greg Gillespie. Greg has volunteered 20 years of patrol service at Narrabeen Beach, and this was his first year on the Board of Management. Combined with Rob Cook moving into the Director of Education role, we saw our members increase their skillset by achieving 54 new awards, covering all aspects of surf lifesaving. Some highlights include: One Gold Medallion - the second ever Medallion gained by a volunteer at Narrabeen Beach. Well done Pete Wells! A huge input yet again by our Narra Water Rats transitioning from SRC cadets into Bronze Medallion holders - with even further progress toirbc, nine ARTC awards and an SMBM award, indicating a healthy outlook for our senior patrolling roles of the future. Two of our members deserve special mention, having reached outstanding milestones during their committed lifesaving careers: Greg Gillespie for 20 years continuous patrolling service. Life Member Bob Chidgey, who has been a Narrabeen Beach member for an impressive 50 years, and actively patrolling for more than 35 years. An outstanding achievement and two of the finest men in surf lifesaving who continue to give of their time. Congratulations and long may you continue to serve. Narra Water Rats An ongoing highlight for us at Narrabeen Beach is the growth of our Narra Water Rats youth lifesaving program where numbers yet again grew to 45 dedicated young lifesavers. This membership category now contributes a healthy 45 per cent of our patrolling strength. This group of very enthusiastic members also provided patrol assistance at Sydney s Wet N Wild in January 2018, followed by a patrol relief weekend at Garie Beach SLSC in Sydney Branch. Nippers Narrabeen s 123 junior members also had a great season. I congratulate our Director of Youth Development, Brett Worne, along with all those nippers who participated each week and attained their relevant junior participation and competition skill evaluation awards. Narrabeen also nominated two club members for Junior Lifesaver of the Year at SNB level - Callum Fitzgibbon and Olivia Gillespie. By all accounts they were outstanding representatives for our club. Surf Sports In Surf Sports our members competed with distinction in club, Branch and State Championships. We also hosted our annual Ocean Swim event at the commencement of the season, along with our traditional Junior Carnival in January Special thanks to those members who again made outstanding contributions as carnival officials: Stephen Price, Matt Price, Ross Tester, Gary Foster, Kaz Marks and Andrew Bain, as well as all those members (and friends) whose efforts made all these events possible. A very special thanks also to Wayne Schwebel for again organising and running our Ocean Swim last year. Narrabeen Beach thanks its members contributing outside their own club at SNB Branch level including: Club Assessors - Rob Cook, Kaz Marks, Matt Murphy, Paul O Keefe and Richard Whipp. Membership Development years Youth Advisor Ella Cook. SNB Duty Officers - Rob Cook. PWC Operators - Alex Buckton and Josh Buckton. TIPS Support Team members - Skye Storey and Kaz Marks. Recognition A special mention to Narrabeen s SLSSNB Young Lifesaver of the Year nominee, Bridie Ryan, a fine young lifesaver who has progressed from SRC to bronze and obtained four new awards this past season alone. Tracey Lake - President Will McInnes was nominated in the SLSSNB Patrol Captain of the Year category, and this, coupled with Will being recognised as our own Club Person of the Year, deserves recognition for his outstanding contributions. Matt Price and Sean Townsend, both lifesaving stalwarts who have made an extensive contribution to Narrabeen Beach SLSC over the years, have now each been recognised for their exceptional commitment with an Outstanding Service Award. Last, but certainly not least, I would also like to acknowledge the extraordinary contribution that has been made by Tammy Cook over the years. Tammy has been instrumental in driving positive change in a number of key areas within the club and has now been recognised for her outstanding efforts by the Board with a Distinguished Service Award nomination for the upcoming AGM. Financials Narrabeen s financial position remains very sound with stewardship of the club s commercial activities in the capable hands of our Director of Finance, Bob Chidgey. The club is also thankful for additional assistance by way of grants, such as the Federal Government Beach Equipment Safety Fund (BESF), and 7NEWS both have contributed much needed funds to purchase vital IRB motors. Sponsors Narrabeen Beach would like to thank our major club sponsors - Dee Why RSL, 7NEWS, Bakers Delight-Warriewood and the Commonwealth Bank. We also thank club sponsors, ICR Design and City to Surf Property, two local businesses that help provide much-needed support thanks to cadet member parents, Mike Besley and Mark Gavagna. Without the support of our major club sponsors and club sponsors we could not provide such an outstanding community service. My personal thanks also to fellow Board of Management members who have done a magnificent job over the past 12 months. TO KEEP KEEPING YOU SAFE OUR BEACHES AT THE BEACH SAFE 115

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117 NORTH NARRABEEN SLSC Our members demonstrated a terrific attitude and attention whilst doing our main job and that is patrolling North Narrabeen Beach during the 2017/18 season. Our beach is unique with a huge 2km stretch, but of a bigger concern is our treacherous lake entrance. We continually patrol this area along with the council lifeguard. It is our job to protect the public, and we do pay particular attention to those new to our beach. Thanks to Dean Dallwitz and his band of patrolling clubbies. You are our backbone. Over the season we made 27 rescues, administered first-aid 81 times, carried out four searches and took 924 preventative actions. We also had 27 members achieve 100 per cent patrol status. Quite an achievement! We reached a new high as far as club membership, topping 1,000. This kept Gordy Coburn, Dale Ferrington, Steve Haggett, Angie Thorpe, Andy Cross, Jarna More and John Perry busy training and upskilling our patrolling members with our strong education program. We had 28 new Bronze Medallion recipients and 12 SRC awards. Our gym junkies were also a happy lot with daily training sessions. Our club hosted a First Aid Carnival and the Inter Branch Boat Carnival was moved twice and ended up at Fishermans Beach. We also hosted the Branch Championship beach events. We are a club on the rise and that comes with hard work and a good social and work ethic. Our bar continues to be our flagship and without Greg Kelly and Brian Blackmore s tireless work our club would not be in the financial position we find ourselves in. Our café also continues to grow in popularity, adds security but most of all gives us a place to meet. Thanks also to Kathleen and her merry team of Brazilians. Our nippers again grew in numbers. Led by John Perry and Dave Johnson, they have enjoyed success both on our beach and also in interclub competition. It is a great view on Sunday mornings from the deck. They, too, have a hard working committee and excellent age managers, so well done. The boat arena was also a big improver this past season. We purchased a new boat and competition tent. Led by John Beaumont and Lee Phillips. we had eight crews competing. With the return of Don and Carol McManus to the White Caps our rowers, led by our open women, served with distinction. Are the glory days of North Narrabeen about to return? The funds we raised resulted in the upgrade of the kitchen, office and lifesaving Steve Maxwell - President equipment we purchased. Our club is in good hands with Graeme Jephcote s tireless work improving our club s appearance for us to enjoy. With New Year s Eve celebrations, Campers nights, (thanks Rod), and our Sunday afternoons bands with Blatchford s Kitchen, we are a good place to be. To our sponsors, supporters, associate members and those who patronise our club, we at North Narrabeen SLSC, thank you. Last, but not least, our committee. These people work hard and give up their time so we can all be proud to call our club home. I know I have missed a few to say thank you for your efforts but you know who you are. We look forward to an even bigger growth in the coming years. KEEPING KEEPING YOU SAFE OUR BEACHES AT THE BEACH SAFE 117

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119 WARRIEWOOD SLSC Warriewood successfully provided professional lifesaving services to the community during the 2017/18 season, including vigilant prevention that contributed to no major incidents on our beach. This was mainly due to the vigilance and experience of our patrols and their exceptional understanding of our beach surrounding, environment, conditions and preventative measures during patrols. We had new committee members, including our Director of Life Saving, Simeon Haddad, who made a significant impact to effectively delivering on our lifesaving commitment to the community. Our Trainers and Assessors were outstanding and received commendation from Branch Assessors on the quality of graduates during their assessments. Thanks to all Trainers who are invaluable to our ability to maintain our patrolling requirements on the beach. We had another year of growth in nippers with outstanding numbers and attendance throughout the season. The junior surf sports program was well received and encouraging in the levels of attendance. We aim to retain these kids through to the next chapter of surf lifesaving, thus providing an invaluable learning experience in their younger years and depth in our current membership. Well done to our Nippers President Mark O Connell and the junior committee for their commitment and time in developing this vital area of the club for our future. The Cadet Program, led by Anthony Dean, gained momentum with more than 30 young adults attending our annual boot camp at Shoal Bay. These cadets had the opportunity to run the headland, do outdoor gym sessions, board paddling, swimming and surf boat rowing. Many are also choosing to come along this year to help out and share their knowledge with the next youngsters and just have fun! We held two sporting events during the season. Our annual boat carnival was supported by Pinnaroo Wines and Eco Downunder. There were challenging conditions and a great spectacle was on for young and old. The KeySun Chieftain Challenge was our final hooray for the season in May. This race, which is open to the public, is a series of runs and swims from Mona Vale Basin to Warriewood Beach. This was our third year delivering the event and was again well received and well attended and in near perfect conditions. We hope for bigger numbers next year. Our surf sports competitors had some amazing results in all areas during the season. The highlight coming from our masters group, with the 170 years beach relay team achieving for a third year the gold medal at the State and Aussies Championships. Our Masters Athlete of the Year Adam Gee also won individual gold at these carnivals. Jen Spencer - President Our women s 200 years boat crew also took gold at the State and Aussie Championships. Thank you to the committees who gave their time to create the fantastic club environment that we all enjoy. Thank you to all our members for your commitment to Warriewood, making it the inclusive and relaxed club we all love. Feeling a sense of belonging is invaluable with the breadth of our membership, especially our young adults. We encourage and value participating in surf lifesaving, maintaining long and lasting friendships and keeping health and fitness as part of our lives. To all our sponsors we thank you again for your generous support with funding or goods and services. We rely on your support to help provide such and amazing environment and facility and we greatly appreciate your support and involvement with our club as a community resource. Thank you to the SNB Branch Directors and staff for your support and assistance during the season. KEEPING YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 119

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121 MONA VALE SLSC Once again our dedicated volunteer members provided a safe environment for the public to enjoy our beach during the 2017/18 season. I am pleasantly amazed and proud of the unbelievable commitment from all members and their willingness to always help out. My most important and enjoyable task is to thank all my members. Our third place for Most Outstanding Club at the Branch Awards of Excellence is just reward for effort and commitment. Lifesaving is our core business. I have a team of patrol members, life saving committee members, Trainers and Assessors who do an amazing job. Thank you to all of the team for your efforts. Our club has continued to increase social activity. This past season we started to encourage and welcome the wider local community to enjoy our facilities. It was exciting to see so many locals keen to pop in and experience a small part of our club. Furthermore, the Mona Vale executive committee is very proud to have provided our venue complimentary for other local charities to host events. Recently, alongside Northern Beaches Council, we displayed our concept plans for a new clubhouse. I worked with council staff and a group of locals on the working group to develop these plans. This process was extremely well run and a productive use of resources and the outcome was a worthwhile and enjoyable experience for all involved. We are all really proud of the design and look forward to a new clubhouse soon. Thank you to Northern Beaches Council and staff for your help and support. Our presentation night was a fine example of the involvement and success of the youth and young people within our club. Many of our important perpetual awards were presented to members under 21. These great members are a result of a successful well run nippers and an engaged junior membership team continuing the interest in surf life saving. Our membership numbers remain strong. However, the increase of engaged youth and young members is very pleasing and exciting for the future of our club. Mona Vale is a small but proud club when competing in surf sports. At this year s Aussies, we had medallists in all three carnivals, youth, masters and open. While our nippers and board/ski team continue to grow, our rowers continued their high standard by winning another medal. Our rowers have now won a medal at every Aussies since 2011, an extraordinary achievement. Thank you and well done to all our coaches, water safety and carnival officials. Once again, winning the Branch Handicap point score and Most Outstanding club in surf sports is a reward for all involved. This winter, for the first time in many years, we have an IRB racing team. I look forward to keeping an eye on their results. Bryce Munro - President Mona Vale SLSC and SLS Sydney Northern Beaches have wonderful and supportive sponsors. Thank you all sincerely, your ongoing dedication to our organisation ensures we can continue to provide a safe environment for the public at all beaches which is delivered by extremely competent and professional volunteers. Finally, thank you to my club executive committee for their fantastic effort and contribution. We acknowledge we are not perfect. However, we do try and that is our goal. Also, thank you to the executive and staff at Branch. We sincerely appreciate your help and support. See you on the beach in September, TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 121

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123 BUNGAN BEACH SLSC It gives me great pleasure to report on the 2017/18 season at Bungan Beach SLSC. The past season has probably been the best on the beach for a number of years both in terms of patrolling performance and the kind warm weather which ran right to the end of the season. It was very pleasing for me to be able to have fantastic support from a great mix of experience and youth on the Board of Directors of our club. Thanks to our directors and club officers for their diligence and service over the past season. On the beach, it was another successful year, with all patrols well attended and no major incidents during patrols. Congratulations to all who earned their life saving awards this past season and special thanks to the training team, led by our Education Director Sara Robinson who has done an outstanding job, supported by the training team in the club and at Barker College. Once again our partnership with Barker College has been a great success. This year we are entering our 30 th year of partnership with the school. Bungan and Barker continue to work closely together in training and competition and I thank the Surf Life Saving staff at Barker, particularly Matthew Lloyd for their support and for the ongoing financial sponsorship provided by the school. The introduction of younger years to surf lifesaving this past season has seen our first batch of Surf Rescue Certificates being awarded, which was exciting for all. Thanks must also go to our sponsors - Barker College and Pittwater RSL Club and Bunnings for their support. Also to the Branch sponsors, we say thank you for your support on behalf of the club. On the competition front this year, Bungan were in the medals at the NSW IRB Championships and Premiership, which was an awesome result. I watched them in action during the IRB premiership and it was fantastic to see them doing well, but more importantly to see the camaraderie of the group. The team did us proud. Rod McGibbon - President Finally, in a new and exciting move for the club, we have taken our first steps towards developing a nippers program. A number of local young families have been coming to Bungan most Sundays through the summer to trial nippers and it has grown in a small but successful group. I will be looking forward to seeing this build into a full nippers program next season. I look forward to another successful season in 2018/19. KEEPING OUR BEACHES SAFE KEEPING YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 123

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125 NEWPORT SLSC It was another exceptional time for Newport SLSC during the 2017/18 season. There were many highlights. However; without doubt, again the most significant one was the magnificent record of no lives lost at Newport Beach during a Newport patrol that remains intact for the 109 th season that our club has been providing patrols. Other highlights were that our club s membership remains strong and our wellresourced patrols, coordinated by our club captain, have been conducted to a very high standard on Newport Beach throughout the entire season. Also, very pleasing was the substantial number of Bronze Medallions, Surf Rescue Certificates and other awards completed during the season by our members through the highly regarded work of our chief instructor and his large team of skilled Trainers. Again, under the guidance of the club s nippers committee, the Newport junior program continues to be successful with almost 400 Newport nippers having fun and learning about surf safety and surf life saving each Sunday on Newport Beach. Our Newport competitors of all ages performed very well again and achieved outstanding results for Newport SLSC and several of our members were also fortunate to gain selection within Branch, State and Australian teams. Some of the competition highlights included: First place in the club point score of the televised Ocean6 Series. Newport achieved first place in the overall point score at the Branch Championships for the first time in our club s history. First place in the State Championships open point score for the fifth consecutive year and our nippers team finished second in the State Age Championships point score. This was an outstanding result for this relatively small team. Newport achieved second place in the open point score at the Australian Championships and won the coveted Handicap point score. Off the beach, Newport SLSC also contributed strongly to our local community and further afield. The implementation of the club s initiative to commence a Rob Emerson - President scholarship program to send two of our young Trainers to East Timor to assist the village of Soibada in CPR and First Aid training and the organising of the second Newport Barefoot Ball held on the beach that raised more than $35,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Community Care and the valuable work that they undertake were two of my highlights. I would also again like to take this opportunity to thank the staff at the Branch office for their patience and assistance they provided our club over the past season, as without their valued assistance we would never have achieved the success we had. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 125

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127 BILGOLA SLSC This is my fifth year as club president and I find every season different, from the rescues, surf conditions, competition, celebrations and farewells. We celebrated the wonderful service of Bruce Robertson, Australia s oldest lifesaver and retiring lifesaver Tony White. We also sadly farewelled Tony Rollo Bland, Richard Mr Bean Crayfourd and Peter O Gready. We had a good 2017/18 season when it came to lifesaving, with more than 7,000 lifesaving volunteer hours, no major incidents, great beach conditions and a very active club. The senior committee focussed on maintaining membership and financial sustainability. We have been successful with both. With regard to what we are here for lifesaving, I cannot speak highly enough about our patrols and Patrol Captains, captured by s we received during the season from Branch. The first stated: I was Duty Officer on Sunday and visited Bilgola in the morning, just after nippers finished. I met Richard (Hardwick) the Patrol Captain (Patrol 13) and was very impressed by the standard of the beach set up (equipment) and branding of the patrol - everyone in full uniform, so I wanted to write to you and let you know. It is always a proud and rewarding moment to see a patrol like that. Over the past few seasons, we have been focussing on increasing the number of women who have their Silver Beach Management Certificate. This is required if you want to be a Patrol Captain, Vice Patrol Captain or Acting Patrol Captain. I am pleased to say the number of women who act in these roles is increasing with now nearly a third of our members with this award. Our training has once again been overseen by Pete Fenley with support by Trainers this year Isabelle Schmidt, Craig Poppleton, Kaz Marks, Rowan Jacobs (SRCs), Rob Farr and Richard Hardwick and in the IRBs; Nigel Penn, Bill Hawkins, David Madew and Marc Bernard. Our cadet program continues to get stronger and develop. Watching our cadets grow from nippers, undertake with their SRC and Bronze and the hours they contribute to patrolling and water safety is inspiring. They amaze me with their maturity, especially when being involved in difficult rescues. It was great to see one of our younger members Lucille Moore attend the Youth Opportunity Makers (YOM) program run by Surf Life Saving NSW. Our nippers program this past season was fantastic - the junior committee can be proud of the engagement by both the kids and parents. Watching this younger generation learning about surf safety, surf conditions, lifesaving and competition is not only fun but a privilege. Their enthusiasm is contagious. Our IRB area continues to grow, thanks to Piet Poelmann (IRB Captain), Bill Hawkins and David Madew. We have 25 proficient drivers and more than 35 proficient crew. Training happens all year especially now we have a number of crews competing in IRB racing. Romilly Madew - President It is also wonderful to see the increasing number of females involved from teenagers to mums. Thanks to Marcus and Caroline Blackmore, Blackmore Foundation, we launched the Westpac Little Ripper Lifesaver drone at the Blackmores Billy Ocean Swim in December and the Bruce Robertson IRB Thundercat Gen3 at his farewell celebration in April. Over many weekends the Little Ripper could be seen flying over the beach as pilots trained at the southern end of the beach. This illustrates how lifesaving is moving with technology, supporting our lifesaving efforts. The Blackmores Billy Ocean Swim was held in December with clear skies. Competitors swam in either the 800m and/or 1500m ocean swim. Our swimmers ranged in age from 13 right up to 77 years old. Our numbers were close to our entrants last year at almost 300 swimmers across both events. The Annual Boat Carnival was held in November. The weather was not pleasant. It was cold and windy, surf was up enough to make it uncomfortable but still, crews came from afar to shake off the winter hiatus and race in the first of the summer s surfboat carnivals at Bilgola. It was a successful day. Many thanks to carnival organiser Norm Pounder and congratulations to our own Nigel Penn for his first major appointment as the carnival referee, for running an efficient and successful event. We couldn t run the club and all the programs and initiatives without the support of our many sponsors, starting with our major sponsor - Blackmores. Marcus and Caroline Blackmore continue to be active members of the club as do many of the Blackmores team. Other sponsors include Northern Beaches Council and United Resource Management (URM). KEEPING KEEPING YOU OUR SAFE BEACHES AT THE BEACH SAFE 127

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129 AVALON BEACH SLSC Surf lifesaving inspires ordinary people to do extraordinary things. It is inspiring to see ordinary people who are members of Avalon Beach SLSC knowingly put themselves in danger to save the life of a complete stranger, or spend countless hours on a beach looking out to sea just in case someone gets into trouble, or push themselves way out of their comfort zone because they are a young nipper who is pretty scared of the big waves but they go out anyway, or spend days and weeks organising a free event that unites our whole community. Also, give up their nights and weekends to teach others how to save a life because they know that it just might make the difference to someone, somewhere, or are a young boat crew who drive themselves beyond what they thought they could achieve and endure and win an Australian title. This past season we again achieved our primary mission with no lives lost at Avalon Beach during patrol hours. Our patrol attendance was well up from the previous season, and this is reflected in the total patrol hours of 8,787, compared to last year s figure of 6,495. By any measure, that is a lot of hours spent by members keeping our beach safe. Our nippers were a tremendous success, with a well organised team, great spirit on the beach and the best ever results at the State Championships. Our surf sports team also returned from the Aussies with the best ever results including two gold medals to the Bandits and Chanel s female surf boat crews in the open division, and a silver and bronze in the female Masters for the Antiques and DB s. With the Avocados representing Australia in the Trans-Tasman Cup and extraordinary results from State, Branch and ASRL, it was a stand-out year for our boaties. Most importantly, it was our biggest ever team who went all the way to Perth for the Aussies and there is a terrific momentum and spirit to all their endeavours. Our small but dedicated masters team also had a solid year with some inspiring new members who will hopefully draw in more new talent. We ran some wonderful community events. including and our first ever Gala Day was a tremendous success which really brought the club together. This is something that we can all be proud of. It is wonderful to see all the divisions of our club supporting each other and being stronger as a result. It is terrific to see the club being in a position to be able to provide support to other community organisations such as OneEighty and supporting the response to important community issues such as youth mental health. Financially, we are in good shape. Our revenue is up significantly from last year, our venue hire is up 100 per cent, and our membership is steady. We have a very talented and committed management team and all indicators point towards a bright future. Training new education awards and remaining proficient in them is vital to this continual improvement of our skills and rescue capabilities. There was a record number of both SRC s and Bronze Medallions trained this year and a total of 166 awards which is very close to the most ever in a single year. Thank you and congratulations to all our dedicated Trainers for the huge amount of time and effort put into this extremely important aspect of our club. Richard Cole - President During the season we lost one of our finest members, our former Club Captain Steve Parkes. Steve had a terrible motorcycle accident in 2014 and never recovered. Steve was a wonderful Trainer and leader, and he led by example. He tirelessly served his community and gave his time willingly. Steve s ashes were scattered at Avalon Beach and there was a celebration of his life at the clubhouse on August 19, Steve will be greatly missed but never forgotten. In October 2017, 10 Avalon Beach Surf Club members, including some of our newest Bronzies, demonstrated CPR and rescue techniques at the International Convention Centre s Grand Ballroom in Darling Harbour, entertaining 900 doctors of Haematology. Mike Stanley-Jones led the team in planning and preparing for the event and coordinated with the event organiser. The team raised more than $4,000 for the club. Congratulations to Patrol B3 who won SLSSNB Rescue of the Month in November, This patrol was made up largely of new Bronze Medallion holders who demonstrated their skills by successfully rescuing four Asian men caught in a rip after Market Day. This remarkable newly formed team demonstrates that an excellent Trainer and leader can take a group with no lifesaving experience whatsoever and create a fully formed, capable, operational patrol team within one year. Thank you once again to all our sponsors who have supported us throughout the year. I would like to thank SNB President Doug Menzies, CEO Steve McInnes and all the team at Branch for their tremendous support over the past season. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 129

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131 WHALE BEACH SLSC Revived and headed in the right direction, the business of running the club gets easier each year. We have recorded three seasons of membership growth at Whale Beach SLSC. At 448, membership was the highest in 10 years. We are in a sound financial position. The clubhouse is in good repair and continues to be enhanced. The calibre of leadership in the club has lifted. Whale Beach SLSC grew and flourished throughout the 2017/18 season. September The season opened with a Captain s Patrol. We celebrated Club Captain Lara Boyle being awarded Surf Life Saving New South Wales Lifesaver of the Year. The new Master of Aquatic Sports at Knox Grammar School, Nicholas Warby, has revived the Knox Surf Life Saving Program. A review of our logo and club colours resulted in a refreshed brand. October In support of our community, the Palm Beach Community Kindergarten held their annual art auction in the club s lounge. We introduced two pieces of technology to improve efficiencies: Swapsea and G Suite. The first aid room was upgraded with new fixtures and fittings, lifting our capability to provide medical treatment. November A Whale Beach SLSC contingent attended the National Awards of Excellence in support of Club Captain Lara Boyle s quest for Lifesaver of the Universe. December Sue Kearney hosted her very popular Little Rippers program which received an astonishing amount of positive feedback. Patrol 9 rescued two people, resuscitating an unconscious patient, who made a full recovery. January Another major incident occurred on patrol, we aided a patient who suffered a stroke in the surf. More than 250 people attended our annual Neighbours Night, a wonderful evening of great food and socialising on the barbecue deck. In its second year, the Midget Farrelly Memorial Surf Competition was staged. Andrew Pearce - President On Australia Day, Life Member Chris Hendrikson hosted his eight legged roast lamb and a keg. Our major fundraiser, The Big Swim, went off without a hitch, despite the alleged sighting of an underwater visitor or two. February Member Laura Mears of Belle Property, Avalon donated her time commencing monthly workshops to help our club officers develop their management skills. March / April The season closed with a Captain s Patrol. Pleasingly, we did not breach our Lifesaving Service Agreement. May Our fabulous tenants, Moby Dicks, hosted our Awards Night with the generous support of Belle Property, Avalon. Boatshed renovations commenced. New lighting was installed, fresh paint applied and the flooring resurfaced. We are pursuing funding to replace the roller doors. June Sydney Northern Beaches Branch Awards of Excellence where we were recognised for Rescue of the Year (Patrol 9) and Young Volunteer of the Year (Sophie Rothery). July Club Captain Lara Boyle, Chief Training Officer Georgia Roberts, Lifesaver Christina Mayne and myself attended the Surf Life Saving NSW State Conference along with representatives from the 129 NSW clubs. Thank you to all our volunteers, members, officers, friends, patrons, Pymble Ladies College, Knox Grammar School, Sydney Northern Beaches Branch, SLSNSW, Surf Life Saving Australia, all government bodies, our generous sponsors and donors. All these groups contribute in making Whale Beach SLSC the amazing volunteer organisation that we all know and love. Indeed we are in safe hands KEEPING YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 131

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133 PALM BEACH SLSC The 2017/18 season was one we are very proud of at Palm Beach on a number of fronts. We set ourselves an ambitious agenda across lifesaving, training, competition, and social and thanks to the huge contributions of so many of our members, leaders and committees we are very pleased with what has been achieved. We welcomed a fabulous group of new members at the start of the season who have been put through a rigorous program of training and surf skills development. We now have 60 fit and fabulous new active members on patrol and fully engaged in all aspects of club life. This has created a huge load for our training team who have not only delivered record numbers of IRB awards and Gold Medallions on top of approximately 60 new bronze and other awards but have done so in a way that has made in training the place to be at Palm Beach. We brought a renewed focus to our patrol standards this past season and made excellent progress with this. Patrol captains and vice captains led the charge and all members responded to our challenge to be more proactive and better at preventative actions. Our season statistics point to a great outcome with increased preventative actions (1400) and fewer rescues (down 75 per cent on 10-year average) and patrol audit scores well above benchmark. Following a drowning incident at Easter, 2017 in the unpatrolled middle section of Palm Beach, our roving patrols have been active along our whole stretch of beach and we have been working very closely with our neighbouring club at North Palm Beach. To enable this lift in standards we have worked hard to support our patrols and patrol leaders with new equipment and a range of new support initiatives that have been well received. Pre-season we implemented a leadership day and a patrol mentor program that better leverages some of our most experienced surf life savers to share knowledge and support, particularly with our newer patrol leaders. The feedback on these initiatives has been very positive with lots of good lessons learned and we will continue to evolve these into next season. A highlight of the season was being able to recognise our patrol captains for their above and beyond efforts with a new all-weather patrol jacket each. A huge thanks to all of our excellent patrol leaders and mentors! Peter Spence and our amazing Palm Beach rowing team were back to their best this past season and our members have been closely following their local, state and national title winning efforts after the disappointment of a cancelled Aussie Championships the previous season. Our crews returned from Perth with two Australian gold medals and two bronze this year which is just phenomenal, our eighth and ninth Australian golds in Palm Beach club history. Our masters team continues to punch above its weight, including at our own Sir Adrian Curlewis twilight carnival, which just seems to grow and grow under Gordon Lang s expert organising. We have had the beginnings of an ocean swimming group, too as well as our regular Sunday morning club races which are always hotly contested. We endeavour to promote a range of opportunities for members to get involved in surf sports - as serious competitor, enthusiastic participant, or even nervous first-timer, and it has been great to see so many getting involved. Saul Brown - President Our entertainment committees delivered their usual amazing calendar of events for all members and guests. A lot of work goes into developing and refining the mix of events to make sure there is something for everyone - members young and old, families and guests. It has been particularly good to welcome members from other clubs to enjoy the Palm Beach hospitality at the twilight masters carnival and other events. Please join us again next season! It is pleasing to be able to announce the renewed commitment of our two major sponsors. LJ Hooker Palm Beach recommitted to their generous support at the start of the season and Cadence & Co have recently recommitted to a further three years of support. We continue to enjoy the strong and ongoing support of Jason Falinski and Rob Stokes our dynamic and ever available federal and state members. We were particularly excited to have some of our season s efforts and achievements recognised at the Branch Awards of Excellence and would like to thank Doug Menzies, Steve McInnes and all of the Branch team and committee for their ongoing support and encouragement as well as all of the generous sponsors of Branch. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 133

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135 NORTH PALM BEACH SLSC Graham Howard - President The 2017/18 season was another successful one for North Palm Beach SLSC. While conditions were generally mild throughout the past season, we experienced short periods of dangerous ocean and beach conditions. Our patrols are responsible for approximately 2km of Palm Beach and this past season, as in all seasons, our patrols conducted a number of rescues well outside the flagged area. Our roving patrols are to be commended for their vigilance. There was an increase in the number of rescues outside the flagged area during the season with one patrol carrying out 19 rescues on a day with a large number of people spread across the beach. Our patrols are very professional when it comes to managing the beach and their focus on preventive actions and managing how the public use the ocean means we do not have to perform as many rescues as may otherwise be the case. With thanks to our club patron, Jeff Conen, who has supervised all aspects of the renovations, the members look forward to the official opening of the clubhouse in the 2018/19 season. I would also like to commend a couple of members who volunteer to work in the canteen/kiosk and keep it open most days throughout the year. The canteen/kiosk has become a major source of funds to the club. I would like to acknowledge the support and partnership from our adjoining club Palm Beach SLSC for their assistance in supporting our patrolling members throughout the season. In closing, I would also like to acknowledge the support of our sponsors and patrons, SLSNSW and Sydney Northern Beaches Branch. In particular, I would like to thank the Branch office staff for their help and support throughout the season. Finally, after many years of renovations and construction work on the surf club building, we are nearing the completion of the project. This project has been largely carried out by members of the club and the final aspects of the technical conditions to the fire engineered alternate solutions are underway. TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 135

136 EXECUTIVE HISTORY Officers to Season President Deputy Secretary Treasurer Superintendent Deputy President Superintendent A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Clark H Rodgers H McDonald L McDonald A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Clark L Paton H McDonald L McDonald A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Hopper L Paton H McDonald C Wills A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Hopper L Paton H McDonald C Wills A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Hopper L Paton H McDonald A May A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Hopper L Paton H McDonald A Slevin A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Smiles L Paton H McDonald A Slevin A E Fitzgerald L McDonald J Smiles J McCrory H McDonald A Slevin J Smiles L McDonald A W Castleman J McCrory H McDonald A Slevin J Smiles L McDonald AW Castleman/ J McCrory H McDonald/ A Slevin/ G Anderson A Slevin D Romain J Smiles A Fitzgerald G Anderson L Paton A Slevin R Goodfellow A E Fitzgerald J Smiles G Clark L Paton L McDonald N Montgomery A E Fitzgerald J Smiles B E Pitt P Day L McDonald N Montgomery A E Fitzgerald J Smiles H Ragan P Day/B E Pitt N Montgomery M Byrnes A E Fitzgerald J Smiles H Ragan/L Paton B E Pitt N Montgomery M Byrnes A E Fitzgerald MBE G McNaughton L Paton I Wright N Montgomery M Byrnes G McNaughton P Day M E Bartlett I Wright N Montgomery M Byrnes G McNaughton P Day M E Bartlett E Davis N Montgomery M Byrnes G McNaughton P Day D Piper E Davis N Montgomery I Wright P Day M E Bartlett D Piper E Davis/ I Wright C White G McNaughton P. Day M E Bartlett D Piper K Priest I Paton C White P Day G McNaughton J Smiles K Priest L Paton C Laws P Day G McNaughton R C Parkhill K Priest I Wright C Laws P Day B Burke R C Parkhill S Miles I Wright C Laws P Day B Burke R C Parkhill June King I Wright M Edwards P Day C Laws R C Parkhill June King I Wright M Edwards B Johnston B King R C Parkhill June King I Wright R Matthews B King J Andrew June King T Fraser R Matthews G Howard B King J Andrew M Fitzhardinge/ T Fraser G Howard T. Boardman June King D Piper J Andrew June King W J Goodman G Howard T Boardman/ C Rae H McDonald L Johnson W J Goodman W J Goodman G Howard C White H McDonald OAM L Johnson W J Goodman W J Goodman G Howard T Boardman H McDonald OAM L Johnson/ W J Goodman W J Goodman T Boardman C Rae T Boardman H McDonald OAM T Boardman/ G R Causon W J Goodman C Rae B Kinsey D Olsen J Andrew G Howard G R Causon W J Goodman C Rae B Kinsey 136 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

137 Directors to Season President Deputy Admin Finance Rescue Examination/ Competition/ Club BJA President Services Education Coaching Rep Chaiman J Andrew G Howard G R Causon W Goodman OAM B Kinsey A Chubb P Gard S Moriarty P O Dwyer J Andrew R Lytham G R Causon W Goodman OAM B Kinsey A Chubb P Gard S Moriarty/ P O Dwyer T Boardman/ B Worth R Lytham W J Worth G R Causon B E Pitt B Kinsey A Chubb R Jorgensen Peter Daley P O Dwyer R Lytham W J Worth G R Causon/ B E Pitt B Kinsey B Smith J Hewitt P Daley/ P O Dwyer P Daley W Young R Lytham W J Worth E Davis OAM B E Pitt B Kinsey G Langley J Hewitt P Daley P O Dwyer R Lytham W J Worth E Davis OAM B E Pitt B Kinsey G. Langley J. Hewitt P Daley P O Dwyer W J Worth T Haven E Davis OAM B E Pitt B Kinsey G Langley J Hewitt P Daley R Tester W J Worth T Haven T Burns D Fisher B Joyce M Troop (Ms) J Hewitt G Langley R Tester Directors 2002 to 2003 Season President Deputy Administration Finance Rescue Examination/ Competition/ Youth Junior Sponsorship/ President Services Education Coaching Development Development Marketing T Haven J Hewitt T Burns D Fisher B Joyce M Troop R Lytham J Woods R Tester P O Dwyer Directors 2003 to 2004 Season President Deputy Administration/ Rescue Examination/ Competition/ Youth Junior Sponsorship/ President Finance Services Education Coaching Development Development Marketing T Haven J Hewitt T Burns R Andjelkovic G Langley R Lytham J Woods R Tester P O Dwyer Directors 2004 to 2015 Season President Deputy Administration/ Rescue Education/ Surf Sports Youth & Sponsorship / President Finance Services Assessment Membership Marketing Development T Haven R Tester T Burns R Andjelkovic N Cummins M Bate G Langley P O Dwyer T Haven R Tester T Burns G Langley N Cummins C Susans J Jones-Billington T Bonner T Haven R Tester T Burns G Langley J Isbill/K Levy M Bate M Rae G Lang G Lang D Menzies P Cullis S Faddy R Tester M Bate A Traugott A Mason G Lang D Menzies P Cullis S Faddy R Tester M Bate A Traugott A Mason D Murray (Jan 09) M Wasley (Aug 08) R Tester (Aug 08) G Lang D Murray P Cullis S Faddy M Wasley M Bate R Tester A Mason G Lang D Murray P Cullis S Faddy M Wasley R Tester G Langley A Mason G Lang D Murray P Cullis S Faddy M Wasley R Tester G Langley R Berry S Job (Jan 12) J Fahey (July 11) D Murray C Hopton P Cullis S Faddy S Job J Fahey G Langley R Berry L Barnes (Nov 12) M Kirkby (Feb 13) D Murray C Hopton L Barnes G Raper S Job M Kirkby G Langley R Berry D Menzies (June 13) T Hare-Boyd (June 13) D Menzies S Job L Barnes G Raper A Lowe D Warrener T Hare-Boyd R Berry Directors 2015 to 2017 Season President Deputy President Finance Lifesaving Education Surf Sports Member Services D Menzies S Job L Barnes G Raper A Lowe D Warrener T Hare-Boyd D Menzies S Job L Barnes G Raper A Lowe D Warrener T Hare-Boyd D Menzies S Job L Barnes G Tolan A Lowe D Warrener T Hare-Boyd TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 137

138 BRANCH HISTORY Manly Warringah Branch - Sydney Northern Beaches Inc Board of Examiners officers were elected in December in anticipation of a new Branch Manly Warringah Branch was formed on May 1, Until then, all surfing activities in this area came under the supervision of the Sydney Branch. Alan Fitzgerald, President of the North Steyne SLSC was elected first President and held office for 13 years. At the first Annual Meeting, Lindsay Paton was elected Treasurer The first Branch Championships were staged at Newport Beach in January. In October 1961, the Avalon Lions Club made necessary finance available to construct the prototype of the Torpedo Rescue Tube. It was later adopted by SLSA. 1965/66 Inshore Rescue Boat [rubber duckie] introduced by Avalon SLSC and now used around Australia Branch team toured South Africa Juveniles Association formed. The first President was David Lawler. 1973/74 Installation of radio system connects surf clubs through Northern Command to Power Boats and Helicopter. Introduction of new handbooks on examination for Bronze Medallion and Competition. Introduction of the Wales Helicopter Service. Use of oxygen with Oxy-Vivas. 1978/79 Philippines Instruction Tour conducted by the Branch. 1992/93 Name changed to Sydney Northern Beaches Inc South Curl Curl SLSC celebrates 75 years of Surf Life Saving Traumatic Incident Peer Support (TIPS) formed Palm Beach SLSC celebrates 75 years of Surf Life Saving Mona Vale SLSC celebrates 75 years of Surf Life Saving South Narrabeen SLSC celebrates 75 years of Surf Life Saving North Curl Curl SLSC celebrates 75 years of Surf Life Saving Queenscliff SLSC celebrates 75 years of Surf Life Saving Bilgola SLSC celebrates 50 years of Surf Life Saving Warriewood SLSC celebrates 50 years of Surf Life Saving Long Reef SLSC celebrates 50 years of Surf Life Saving Avalon Beach SLSC celebrates 75 years of Surf Life Saving The Branch launched Australian first with the introduction of an all encompassing club and member management database, which significantly eased the burden on clubs administration Bungan Beach SLSC celebrates 50 years of Surf Life Saving The Branch launched another 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 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches becomes the largest Branch in Australia. 2004/05 NSW Branch of the Year Opened Surf Life Saving School. Board of Examiners split to Board of Surf Sports and Board of Education and Assessment. 2005/06 NSW Branch of the Year Traumatic Incident Peer Support 10-year Anniversary NSW Inter Branch Champions SLSNSW Communication Education Program of the Year North Steyne SLSC, oldest club in Sydney Northern Beaches, celebrates 100 years SLSA Centenary Year. 2007/08 North Steyne SLSC receives Surf Life Saving Australia Club of the Year Award Freshwater SLSC celebrates 100 years of Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Branch celebrated 50 years Sydney Northern Beaches purchases own premises at Warriewood Official Opening of Sydney Northern Beaches office and training facility at Warriewood Manly Life Saving Club celebrates 100 years of Surf Life Saving Collaroy SLSC celebrates 100 years of Surf Life Saving Dee Why SLSC celebrates 100 years of Surf Life Saving Whale Beach SLSC celebrates 75 years of Surf Life Saving North Narrabeen SLSC celebrates 100 years of Surf Life Saving. 2013/14 A record five female Club Presidents in the Branch Christine Hopton (Avalon Beach SLSC), Kate MacDonald (Palm Beach SLSC), Romilly Madew (Bilgola SLSC), Janice Wordley (North Narrabeen SLSC) and Tracey Hare-Boyd (North Steyne SLSC) Narrabeen SLSC celebrates 50 years of Surf Life Saving year lease secured on Warringah Surf Rescue Building at Fisherman s Beach Years, 100 Boats celebration of Anzac Day at Collaroy Beach SNB Rowers (Queenscliff, Bungan Beach, South Curl Curl) participate in 100-Year Anzac Day commemorations in Gallipoli 2015 New SNB Constitution and Regulations approved by members, replacing the rules from Surf Life Saving School operations transfer from separate company back into the Branch NSW Inter Branch Champions NSW Branch of the Year NSW Inter Branch Champions Use of ipads for all carnival judging 2017 New format for Branch Championships 2017 New format Patrol Audit 2018 NSW Inter Branch Champions 2018 New major sponsorship with ICMS 2018 Trial drones at SNB Beaches 138 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

139 FUNDRAISING GOLF DAY Raising Funds for the Interbranch Team TO KEEP YOU SAFE AT THE BEACH 139

140 VALE Richard (Ritchie Burke) SNB Life Member Ritchie Burke loved Dee Why SLSC so much that he was prepared to serve in any capacity. He joined the club as a 15-year-old junior member in After gaining his Bronze Medallion in the 1942/43 season, it wasn t long before he was competing in R and R competition. His passion for surf life saving and Dee Why SLSC, in particular, was evident by the numerous positions he held on the management committee, including four years as treasurer, a term as vice-president and taking on the big job as president in He became the longest serving president of Dee Why serving a staggering 11 years. Ritchie was also instrumental in the formation of the nippers in 1965, starting with 22 boys and growing to 225 junior members within two seasons. member Cameron Copeland, Dee Why hosted the Australian Championships in In later years, Ritchie became the club s historian. Hence, his wealth of knowledge and collection of material (photos and recorded notes) was invaluable when the club produced their highly impressive 100- year history book. Ritchie was bestowed Life Membership of Dee Why SLSC in 1964 and awarded Life Membership of Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Branch in Apart from surf life saving, Ritchie s other sporting love was rugby league. He was a pioneer of Manly s original team in the NSW Rugby League competition in Ritchie played as a second rower and was also used as a winger because of his speed. Ritchie s long innings ended when he died on August 3, He was aged 90. Under his leadership as the then president and with the enthusiasm and drive of Avalon Beach Steve Parkes Bilgola Anthony Rollo Bland Richard Crayfourd Peter O Gready Newport George Phelps OAM Bungan Beach Stuart McNeill a.k.a London Jones. Warriewood Lachlan Ridley Narrabeen Beach Warren Slater South Narrabeen Shirley Clarke Collaroy Don McWilliam AM Mitsuru Shimakage Ross Arico Maureen Bousfield Peter Stuart Dee Why Ritchie Burke Dannealle Hannam Joe Wyer Freshwater Don Lees Mark Hazell Pat Gill Marie Griffin Queenscliff Carys Bradshaw Steve Worrall Ritchie Hunter Brian Edwards Noel Ferry Barry Temple. Manly Albert Adams (Bert) OAM 140 EQUIPPED AND PREPARED

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142 Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Inc. Unit 9/1 Vuko Place, Warriewood NSW 2102 T: F: E: