News & Events

Surf Life Saving WA announces new development centre

With the current Coronavirus situation dictating the recent tone of news and announcements, on behalf of the Board of Surf Life Saving WA (SLSWA) I am delighted to be able to share some news that is both exciting and strategically…

Beach sense urged ahead of Easter long weekend

With warm weather forecast over the coming Easter long weekend, Surf Life Saving WA is urging West Australian’s to be sensible and heed state government advice if heading to the beach over the coming days. “We are fortunate that our beaches are still open, but that will only remain the…

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…

MEMBER ALERT: Cancellation of this weekend’s SunSmart WA Nipper Surf Life Saving Championships

MEMBER ALERT: Cancellation of this weekend’s SunSmart WA Nipper Surf Life Saving Championships Since the outbreak and escalation of the COVID-19 virus (coronavirus), Surf Life Saving WA has been keeping up to date with health advice from the Australian Government and considering our options in regards to our upcoming events,…

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…

Little Nippers hit the Sorrento sand

Sorrento Beach was a sea of nippers this morning as nearly 500 of our youngest athletes descended onto the sand for the 2020 SunSmart WA Little Nippers Surf Life Saving Championships. Eighteen clubs were represented as the U8 and U9 athletes hit the sand and water to contest the Beach…

Finalists in 2020 nipper & youth awards announced

The Surf Life Saving WA Nipper & Youth Awards recognise the outstanding achievements of nipper and youth members across Western Australia. In its inaugural year, we are delighted to have received an influx of nominations across categories such as Youth Official of the Year, U15 Lifesaver of the Year, Nipper…

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,…