Minda Penn

Beach patrols to continue amidst Coronavirus crisis

Surf Life Saving WA have announced that beach patrols will continue across WA beaches to maintain public safety and prevent drownings as the state comes to grips with the growing Coronavirus crisis. While many people are self-isolating and public gatherings or more than 500 people in outdoor spaces have been…

Athletes descend on Denmark for weekend of championships

The recent February/March long weekend saw more than 600 athletes from 23 clubs descend on Ocean Beach, Denmark to contest the 2020 SunSmart WA Masters & Country Surf Life Saving Championships. Bunbury athletes were once again out in force looking to bag their 26th consecutive country champs title while in…

Surf Life Saving WA receives abalone fisher safety grant

With abalone fishing recognised as the most dangerous coastal recreational activity in WA, with 5 fatalities since 2012, the 3 year, $300,000 grant will support the activity undertaken by Surf Life Saving WA (SLSWA) and its affiliated clubs to sustain abalone fisher safety. Surf Life Saving WA (SLSWA) General Manager,…

Diligent lifesavers to thank for a successful abalone season

Surf Life Saving WA credits the dedication of it’s clubs and members as the 2019/20 west coast zone abalone fishing season closes out fatality free. Despite a final session which proved challenging, with overcast weather and increased wind and swell catching out a number of fishers, overall the season saw…

Conditions put youth athletes to the test

Twenty of WA’s emerging surf sports athletes headed to Alexandra Headlands earlier this month to contest the SLSA Youth Pathway Cup. Run alongside the annual SLSA Interstate Championships, for many of the U14 and U15 athletes this was their first taste of national competition and an exciting opportunity to test…

SunSmart Country Carnival hits Smiths Beach

Over 1,100 competitors representing 20 clubs made the trek to beautiful Smiths Beach for the annual SunSmart Country Carnival held over the Australia Day long weekend. Competition kicked off on Saturday with near perfect conditions for the Little Nippers and Nippers, with early comers greeted by the Smiths’ Beach resident…

Beach safety urged ahead of Australia Day

With hot summer days coming for the Australia Day long weekend it is expected many will choose to take their celebrations to the beach. “Spending time at the beach is an iconic Australian past time,” said Surf Life Saving WA General Manager Chris Peck. “While we love people recreating on…

Toadies build teamwork and leadership skills at TOAD Camp

Last week, 71 youth members from 27 clubs set sail to Rottnest Island for TOAD (Teamwork, Opportunities and Development) Camp! It was a fantastic four days for the Toadies, the beautiful weather was an absolute treat when…