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Rip Currents
Aussies 2012
Beach to Bush
Kathryn Schuback
Have you ever been caught in a rip current?
SLSA and the University of New South Wales are undertaking ground-breaking research into rip currents - and they need your help. If you've ever been caught in a rip current, take this short survey. Read more >>

2012 Aussies entries opening next week
Entries for the 2012 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships will open on Tuesday, 6 December! The 2012 Aussies will take place from March 26 to April 1 at Kurrawa Beach on the Gold Coast.  Read more >>

Win a trip to Sydney at attend a nipper activity day!
Telstra is offering the chance for two lucky young people to come to Sydney, along with a parent or guardian! The winners will get to enjoy two days experiencing Sydney and participate in nippers on a Sunday.  Read more >>

Kathryn Schuback named the voice of Surf Life Saving
Coogee's Kathryn Schuback has been chosen as the voice of Surf Life Saving! Kathryn will provide the voice prompts for SLSA's new voice response system. A big thanks to everyone who entered and congratulations to Kathryn.  Read more >>


Other News

Enter in the 2012 Aussies and WIN the ultimate Aussies Xperience!
To mark the opening of Aussies entries we're giving competitors the chance to live it up on the Gold Coast during the 2012 Aussies! Up for grabs is a package including return flights, accommodation at the Mantra Hotel in Broadbeach, theme park vouchers, VIP marquee access and more, for you and three guests! To enter all you need to do is enter the 2012 Aussies and then tell us in 25 words or less why you love the Aussies? 

The competition opens on Tuesday 6th December, stay tuned and find out more at sls.com.au/aussies next week. Read more >>
 

SLSQ recognised at 2011 Queensland Multicultural Awards
Surf Life Saving Queensland have been recognised by the Queensland Government for their efforts in educating multicultural communities about beach safety - congratulations to everyone involved in the program. Read more >>
 

Time to show you’re a leader at the National Leadership College
Applications are now open for the National Leadership College 2012 to be held from 29 Jan to 4 Feb at St Paul’s College, Sydney University. This is a program for the future leaders of SLS. If you’re ready to show you're a leader and want to develop your potential, apply today. Open to active members between 20-30 years. Read more >>
 

Rescue 2012 - One year to go!
With under one year to go until Rescue 2012, the World Lifesaving Championships, takes place in Adelaide, South Australia, preparations are well under way to welcome over 4000 lifesavers from around the world. Register your interest here. Read more >>
 

SLS Environmental Vulnerability and Adaptation Working Group.
Surf Life Saving Australia is now calling for Expressions of Interest from those individuals who wish to be considered for a position on the SLS Environmental Vulnerability and Adaptation Working Group. Read more >>
 

Apply today for the DHL Beach Swap!
Swap your thongs for jandals and eskies for chilly bins as you and two club mates head over to Piha Beach in Auckland, to take part in the DHL Beach Swap. If you're interested in taking part, apply online today! Read more >>
 

How does Surf Life Saving contribute to the local community?
This survey will help us to understand this contribution to local communities. It has been distributed via email to members aged 18 years and over in the 2010/11 season. A few minutes of your time will make a big difference! Please help us by taking the time to complete the survey to share your views.  

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Raise money for your club with a fundraising screening of Alvin and the Chipmunks 3. Chipwrecked! Contact your local Event Cinema to organise your fundraising event between Saturday, December 17 and Friday, December 23. The movie will be released in cinemas on January 1. //edm.ahl.com.au/Web/html_mail.jsp?params=1523918+ This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it +3+pmgq00e7bi000h3g">Read more >>
 

Subscribe to the Australian Lifeguard Magazine!
Now every passionate lifeguard, lifesaver or SLS member can subscribe to the Australian Lifeguard Magazine for only $9.95/year. Find out how to subscribe and what benefits you'll receive here. Read more >>
 

Introducing the NAVY ASRL Facebook game
The ASRL has a proud history of working with the Navy to promote local surf clubs. Now we’ve created a fun Facebook game and we’re giving people the chance to win $20k makeover for their club! Read more >>
 

Competition Westpac Helicopter

Following November's second annual Rip Current Awareness Day, we have ten copies of the highly-informative Dr Rip’s Essential Beach Book by Dr Rob Brander to give away.

All you have to do is watch a short video and answer one question! Enter here!

With up-to-date mission details, educational resources and news, the new Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter website has everything you need to know about the service. 

Visit the new Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter website at lifesaver.org.au.

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