Minda Penn

Nipper & Youth Awards finalists for 2026 announced.

The Surf Life Saving WA Nipper & Youth Awards presented by the Scottish Masonic Charitable Foundation of Western Australia are a way to recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements of our nipper and youth members across Western Australia. Now in its seventh year, the event remains a highlight on the annual calendar, as…

Summer coastal drowning report released: One coastal drowning death every two days over summer

Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) has today released the 2025/26 Summer Coastal Drowning Report, with one coastal drowning death every two days over summer, serving as an urgent reminder of the need for continued vigilance and safer behaviour on Australia’s coastlines. Despite this tragic loss of life, the report revealed a welcome decrease…

Surf Life Saving descends on Albany for massive weekend of sports action

West Australian surf lifesavers will descend on Albany this weekend as Surf Life Saving WA’s annual Fuel to Go & Play WA Country Championships and Carnival return to Middleton Beach for the first time since 2017. Over two days, more than 830 athletes from 21 WA surf life saving clubs…

Locations and dates for Country Championships confirmed

Locations for the Fuel to Go & Play WA Country Championships and Country Carnival have been confirmed, with a return to Bunbury for the 2027 event, before heading south to Denmark in 2028, and Esperance in 2029. The annual event, traditionally held over the Australia Day long…

Restart a heart. Learn to be a lifesaver with the lifesaving experts

You’re at home, at work, or even just walking down the street, when a person suddenly collapses. They’re not breathing, and they’re unresponsive. It’s a cardiac arrest (opens in a new tab). In that terrifying moment, would you know what to do? Unfortunately, this isn’t…

Multiple incidents at WA beaches prompt safety warning

Following one of their worst seasons on record, Surf Life Saving WA is pleading with beachgoers to exercise caution as they head back to the coast following multiple incidents that have resulted in swimmers needing rescuing. “With the arrival of warmer weather and the school holidays, we’re seeing people heading…

Heroes recognised at awards ceremony

Last Friday, Surf Life Saving WA recognised 37 individuals for their acts of bravery performed on the West Australian coast. Held every two years, the Coastal Bravery Awards pay tribute to the individuals who place themselves in harm’s way in response to a call for aid. Amongst the nearly 200…

Volunteers’ efforts celebrated at annual awards

Surf Life Saving Western Australia (SLSWA) capped off another successful year, recognising the hard work and commitment of its thousands of volunteer members at the annual Awards of Excellence on Saturday night. Joined by SLSWA Chief Patron, His Excellency, the Honourable Chris Dawson AC APM, Governor of Western Australia, more…