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The Bondi Surfer1 June 2018 – Edition 66 Intro & WelcomeWe are now a few weeks into the off-season and while we shiver in our last days of Autumn, Jacob has headed to warmer climates for a few weeks of well deserved rest and relaxation. Renewal notices were sent out a week or so ago and fees are now due. Our Early Bird discount has encouraged many to renew already. If you have not done so yet, please remember the discount only applies to renewals completed by 15 July 2018. Please take the time to check your details are current when paying online and that you remember to pay for locker, board storage and gym fees if they apply. Bondi nominees attended the Branch Awards of Excellence Presentation Dinner on Saturday. The event celebrates the outstanding achievements and contributions to Surf Life Saving made by the many talented members from the Sydney Branch. Congratulations to all our nominees. Full details are below. Finally, a quick and sincere best wishes to Siobhan O’Toole who will be taking some time out from her many roles at the Club. Siobhan, you have the whole Club behind you and we look forward to seeing you on the beach again very soon. Wishing all our members a safe, warm and peaceful off-season. Helen Jenkinson Events & RemindersKey Dates
Find more information on the club Facebook page. Boatie’s End of Season LunchJoin us on Saturday, 2 June at 4:30pm on the Back Deck of the Club Guy Leech Presentation and BBQWe are proud to welcome Coolangatta Gold legend Guy Leech to Bondi Surf Club on Sunday, 10 June at 10:00am. Guy won the first Coolangatta Gold in 1984 and again in 1985. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear his story and pick up racing and training advice. We’ll have a BBQ afterwards. All club members are welcome. 2018/19 Season Membership FeesMembership fees are due and should be paid before our AGM on Sunday, 22 July 2018. Please note, any memberships not renewed by 31 July 2018 will be archived and access tags deactivated. This Season, fees for 2018/19 have been reviewed, allowing for reduced gym fees for active members. There has been a slight incremental increase for SLSA membership. To alleviate some of the burden, the Club will subsidise part of the cost, provided you renew your membership on or before 15 July 2018. Please click on the button below for details of our Early Bird pricing and a guide to the renewal process. Marketing & SponsorshipOur sponsors at the Royal Oak have a DJ competition running for 6 weeks. Aspiring DJ’s in the Club’s membership might still be able to get into later heats. Get in touch with Kylie at the Royal Oak for more information on entry: 02 9363 3935.
Member Benefits
The Feelgood StudioFeel great with a 10% discount on One to One Therapy (does not include retreats). Local business owner? Join our Member Benefits program. Director of Marketing, Sponsorship and Merchandise Surf SportsUpcoming pool rescue eventsThe NSW State Pool Rescue Championships are coming up on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 July at the Peninsula Leisure Centre in Woy Woy. Pool rescue is a growing part of Surf Life Saving and is prominent in international competition. Pool rescue events, as well as surf and beach events, will be part of the World Championships in Adelaide in November. Events are available from U11’s through to Masters. Competitors’ life saving skills are tested with events involving obstacles, mannequin tows, and towing ‘patients’ (mannequins). Lifesavers who are proficient and have met their competition eligibility for the 2017-18 season can compete. Age groups include: U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U17, U19, Open, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+. We will be holding training sessions in June. Check the Facebook training page for dates and times. 2018 NSW Pool Rescue Championships Australian Pool Rescue Championships EducationSwim Test for Season 2018-19A swim test will be run on Sunday 3 June to let you see if you would pass the entry swim (400m in under 9 minutes) for Bronze Medallion this coming season (details on Bronze courses here). The water will still be quite warm (around 19 degrees at present). And if you don’t make the time, it will give you lots of time to develop before our first course in September. Next Higher Awards CoursesFirst Aid Does your First Aid expire next Season? Get it done over winter. All Patrol members should have this. It’s also great for parents, or anyone seeking first aid and resuscitation skills. Tuesday 24 July (Full day) Silver Medallion Beach Management Looking to step up next Season on Patrols and manage the beach? Aiming to complete your Gold Medallion? Get this course done in the off season. Date TBC August We need your interest and registration now for courses over winter and next summer, so book now below! Book Now for Winter and Summer Courses
Life Member Allan Scott receives Waverley Council awardWe are pleased to inform members that Honorary Life Member Allan Scott (a.k.a. The Bondi Blogger) was recently awarded a Mayoral Commendation in the Community Volunteer category of the 2018 Waverley Council Local Hero Awards. This followed a personal nomination initiated by member John Turner, an early morning swimmer associate of Allan, which was endorsed by the Club Executive. The nomination focused on Allan’s 50-year plus continuous contribution to our Club’s operations by his organizing of various fundraising efforts, large and small, and support for Club activities. The award was accepted on Allan’s behalf by two of his children, Harriett and Duncan, in a ceremony at Easts Leagues Club on 23 May 2018. Allan has not been in good health of late and was unable to attend the awards function. Deputy President Pep Font represented the Club. – Rod Harvey Members may have noticed the absence of the Bondi Blogger’s ‘Unreliable History’ segments in the Bondi Surfer over recent months. Unfortunately our Blogger mate, Allan Scott, is currently unwell. We send our best wishes to him and his family. Sydney Branch Awards of Excellence recipientsBondi Surf Club celebrated a great season at the Annual Sydney Branch Awards of Excellence, coming away with many Awards.
A well deserved award. Congratulations!!
Brett Pattinson and George Sabados, the masterminds behind Clean Oceans Australia and former Nipper parents, Age Managers and huge supporters of Bondi Nippers, received an award for the ‘Initiative of the Year’ for the Clean Oceans project. CONGRATULATIONS 🍾 Clean Oceans
Bondi won Branch Rescue of the month after a textbook team effort to safe a life in April. Congratulations to everyone involved. Days after the awards of excellence we were delighted to hear the same rescue has now been recognised as the NSW rescue of the month. Congratulations also Laura Thurtell, for taking out Sydney Branch Masters Athlete of the Year and to the Education team for winning the Most Awards per operational area.
Finally, congratulations to all our nominees:
Community News
The NSW Australian Lifeguard Service (ALS) is recruiting for the 2018/19 seasonThe ALS encourages Club members to apply. There will be more than 330 positions available across all contract areas:
Information regarding all positions & qualifications is available online at the Australian Lifeguard Service website. Applications close Friday, 10 August 2018. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Australian Lifeguard Service on (02) 9471 8000 or via email: info@australianlifeguards.com.au Find Available Positions and Forms OfficeOffice HoursThe Office is operating a winter timetable, with Sunday dates and opening times to be confirmed. Tuesday 9.00am-3.00pm Wednesday 9.00am-3.00pm Thursday 9.00am-3.00pm Friday 9.00am-3.00pm ARTICLES FOR THE SURFERIf you have an interesting article concerning a member, past or present, please direct them to digital Photo submissions: photos Phone: +61 2 9300 9279
Office Bearers 2017-2018
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