This is a great issue for Elouera SLSC members as it contains information and links for the start of Season 2023-24, including how to register for Nippers and Registration and Pool Proficiency dates; Patrol roster for Elouera’s 12 Surf Life Saving Patrols; details for the club’s 24 Hour Row for Mental Health and handy lists of dates for Education Courses and Skills Maintenance in 2023-24.
I’m keen to get feedback on Elouera’s monthly newsletter to members and would love to hear your suggestions, and content ideas, for future issues.
Please feel free to contact me, Tim Benson, Director of Marketing, Elouera SLSC on marketing@elouera.com or 0402900402.
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WELCOME TO PREPARATIONS FOR THE 2023-24 ELOUERA SLSC SEASON
By Cameron Simpson, President Elouera SLSC
NIPPERS SEASON REGISTRATION AND POOL PROFICIENCY DAYS FOR 2023-24
By Brian Gunner, Nippers Secretary, Elouera SLSC
CHECK YOUR PATROL HOURS FOR ELOUERA’S 2023-24 SURF LIFE SAVING SEASON
By Andrew McKellar, Director Lifesaving, Elouera SLSC
ELOUERA SLSC COMMUNITY 24 HOUR ROW FOR MENTAL HEALTH
By Lauren Thomas, Director of Major Events, Elouera SLSC
EDUCATION COURSES AND SKILLS MAINTENANCE DATES FOR 2023-24
By Stephen Urquhart, Director of Education, Elouera SLSC
By Cameron Simpson, President Elouera SLSC
president@elouera.com
As we edge closer to the start of the 2023/24 lifesaving season, on behalf of Elouera’s Board of Management I’d like to welcome everyone back, I have no doubt that we’ll continue to grow and achieve following the extremely successful previous season. We have many returning, and a number of new directors, a list of names and positions were distributed in early August (Your Elouera Team For 2023-24) . As always, if you see any of us around the Club, or have any ideas, or concerns please don’t hesitate to speak with us, we are always open to suggestions and feedback on ways to make the environment a more enjoyable place for members.
As always, Elouera’s Board of Management has been extremely busy in the offseason, planning education course and proficiency calendars, surf sports programs, activities for our youth, nippers’ format and camps, and of course our patrol roster. We hope to finalise these timetables in the very near future.
I’d strongly encourage every member to try something new this season, whether that be undertaking an advanced course, joining a committee, or participating in the surf sports section, no matter what area you’re considering there will definitely be an opportunity for you, and we are more than happy to support you.
After a couple of challenging years due to COVID-19 restrictions, and last season being our first season being back to normality, Elouera’s Board of Management will be developing, and executing ways in which we can retain and continue to grow our membership base across all sections of the Club. Some of these exciting activities will include, the return of the Sunday 11AM swim, Elouera social nights, some incredible activities and competitions for our youth, and so much more.
I look forward to seeing you on the beach in the coming months.
By Brian Gunner, Nippers Secretary, Elouera SLSC
secretary@eloueranippers.com.au
We are very excited that preparations are well underway for the 2023-24 Nippers season at Elouera SLSC.
We would like to welcome back all the returning Nippers, and their parents and carers, and encourage you to spread the word amongst friends of the benefits of being involved in Elouera Nippers!
We look forward to letting you know about exciting new changes to the Nippers Program.
Save the following dates for Registration Days and Pool Proficiency:
1. Saturday 16th September 2023 (1.00pm – 3.00pm)
2. Sunday 17th September 2023 (9.00am – 11.00am)
Registration Day and Pool Proficiency will be held at Caringbah Pool (5-9 Jacaranda Rd, Caringbah NSW 2229).
How to register for Elouera Nippers
More info about registration can be found here: https://www.eloueranippers.com.au/the-club/how-to-join/ .
Pool proficiency
All Nippers have to complete their pool proficiency prior to getting into the water at Nippers.
This is not a pass/fail test. It is about ensuring that the appropriate resources are allocated to ensure a safe yet challenging environment for all Nippers.
Please ensure that you bring your children to one of these days and learn more about Elouera Nippers this year.
By Andrew McKellar, Director Lifesaving, Elouera SLSC
lifesaving@elouera.com
Preparations have been underway for the season start with IRB driver and crew training including the pre gear inspection of all Elouera rescue equipment.
Gear inspection on Saturday 2nd September and we were almost ready for this with rescue boards back from repair and first aid, oxygen and defibrillators having undergone there restock, calibration and certification.
The new patrol roster hours have not been finalised and is still in negotiation with Branch and State for the Elouera Lifesaving Agreement.
The dates are confirmed for each patrol (see below) and your Patrol Captain will have shared these by now:
2023-24 Elouera Patrol Roster:
As soon as the hours are confirmed the patrol roster will be finalised and published on the Elouera website.
Elouera patrol rules will also be finalised once the patrol LSA is finalised.
The Lifesaving team are trying to have equity with patrol member strength as there is a large disparity across the 12 Elouera patrols.
As a result, some members may be required to move from their existing patrol to a new patrol.
Volunteers have been called for and I hope that some put up their hand for this.
Myself, and others, have had to leave original patrols to maintain equity in patrol numbers and awards.
Let's have a safe season on the beach and in the water.
By Lauren Thomas, Director of Major Events, Elouera SLSC
majorevents@elouera.com
On the 9th and 10 th September Elouera Surf Life Saving Club (Elouera) will be taking part in the ‘24 Hour Row for mental health ’.
This is a Gotcha4Life initiative, whose mission is to inspire and enable Australians to take action to build their mental fitness and promote the importance of social connection.
Elouera encourages all members and their guests to get involved by registering to row, donate to the cause or head down to the Washington Lounge to support the event.
Rowing
Get involved and sign up as an individual or team by e-mailing info@elouera.com. All rowers will go in the draw to win some great prizes from Bianchini’s, Stretch Lab, Tooheys and recoverie.
Donating
You can donate to this great cause and support Elouera members taking part, here:
https://24hourrow.com.au/t/eloueraslsc
Club Support
You can also support the event by joining us in the Washington Lounge. Thanks to More than Meat there will be food available, the bar will be open and there will be live music for you to enjoy. Bring along your family and friends during these opening times:
Saturday 9th September 6pm – 10pm
Sunday 10th September 11am – 4pm
We can’t wait to see you there!
By Stephen Urquhart, Director of Education, Elouera SLSC
education@elouera.com
If you would like to undertake any of these courses or skills maintenance, then email an expression of interest to deputylifesaving@elouera.com :
The Washington lounge is a beautiful beachfront space to enjoy and celebrate with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Offering spectacular 180-degree uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean, make sure you book your next event at the Washington Lounge.
Our experienced Functions Manager will assist you every step of the way with plenty of helpful advice, vendor recommendations, and all the support you’ll need to make your event a special one.
For more information, call Nicole Burns our Functions Manager or email us.
We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to our partners and sponsors for their support.
Thanks to your generosity, dedication, and investment in our programs, we are able to train and equip our volunteers with the necessary skills and tools to save lives in our community.
Your contribution does not only help us save lives but also helps us raise awareness of the importance of water safety and preparedness.
We cannot thank you enough for your valuable support and look forward to continuing our partnership for many years to come.
