CLUB NEWSLETTER SEPT 25
- Amaryllis Quill
- Sep 10
- 7 min read
Updated: Sep 23
Strap in its a big one! The season is kicking off and we have the dates and deets you need for a smooth start to the season!
WHAT'S ON;
CLUB
CLUB BUSY BEE AND SOCIAL FRI 26 SEPT 4PM
(PATROL INFO SESSION 6PM)
As the saying goes many hands makes light work so it would be great to see as many people as possible head down to the club and tidy up a bit, and enjoy a Club Social afterwards!
Fri 26 Sept 4pm
All members welcome, bring a friend!
Any time you can spare will be appreciated
BYO Drinks, Picnic Blankets and Chairs
CLUB AGM
THANK YOU MEMBERS!
We enjoyed some casual mingling and delicious platters after the 2024/25 Annual General Meeting and we are very grateful to members for braving the weather to have their say at this important event, and thank our dedicated outgoing 2024-25 Executive Committee.
Special mention and sincere congratulations to long standing club member Thomas (Tom) Polinelli on his 15 year National Service Award and induction as a Mandurah SLSC Life Member. Tom has devoted many hours to the club and to his extensive service as a lifesaver and we are very grateful for his dedication. Well done Tom!
CLUB GEAR
WEBSITE ORDERS OFF SEASON
We are currently operating in Off Season at the Merch Store.
Please contact us on merchandise@mandurahslsc.asn.au prior to placing new orders.
VACANCIES
VOLUNTEER CALL OUT
Want to get involved and make a difference at the Club?
Whether you can take on a whole role, help with part of it, or have a specific skill set that could benefit the Club — we’d love to hear from you!
Here are some of the roles and duties you can contribute to;
Administration Officer
Age Group Managers
Communications Officer
Education Officer
Events Coordinator
First Aid Officer
Gear Shed Officer
General Club Volunteers
Grants Officer
Life Saving Officer
Marketing Coordinator
Member Engagement Officer
Sausage Sizzle Team
Shop Volunteers
Sponsorship Officer
Starfish Nippers Helper
Surf Sports Helper
Swim/Surf Sports Coaching
Trainers and Assessors
Volunteer Officer
Water Safety Officer
Water Safety Team Member
For all volunteer opportunities register your interest to chat to our friendly Team!
AWARDS
Thank you for a wonderful evening at the Mandurah Surf Life Saving Club 2024/2025 Club Awards Evening!
We were joined by valued members and supporters to celebrate successful and enjoyable season, none of which would have been possible without the generous help from our amazing club volunteers and member base.
We truly are grateful and hope that you enjoyed your season!
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR AWARDS WINNERS
AWARDS NIGHT PHOTOS - All Awards Evening pics will be available soon.
WOODSIDE NIPPERS
Get ready for the 2025/26 season!
Join us for the season starters and have your Membership and Registration questions answered.
We will have a Team ready to assist at Come and Try Day and Registration Day.
COME AND TRY DAY POSTPONED NEW DATE BELOW
Sun 21 Sept
Nippers Come and Try Day
9am - 10am
San Remo
- All Welcome, bring a buddy
- Being your hat, water bottle and smiles for some out of the water fun!
- See what being a Nipper clubbie is all about
- Tasty treats and hot cuppas available for purchase at Tides Cafe!
REGISTRATION DAY
Sun 21 Sept
Registration Day
10am - 1pm
San Remo
What to bring:
- WWCC Card ***IF YOU ALREADY HAVE ONE***
- Drivers License
✨ Our Volunteers are busy preparing for a bumper season! Please only contact us online if you are not able to attend Come and Try or Registration Day to talk to us in person.
NIPPER SWIM EVALUATIONS
Sun 5 Oct
Swim Evaluations
10.30am - 12.30pm
MARC
All Nippers who are signing up for the season will need to complete a short swim evaluation, even if they have participated previously.
This ensures the safety of all participants during sessions and gives our Age Group Manager volunteers a chance to determine swim skill levels for their group.
PREREQUISITES
- Swimmers are asked to please pay and Register for their 25-26 club memberships at Registration Day prior to attending
*No Registrations will be processed at Swim Evaluations
- MARC Entry Fee for swimmers only
What to bring:
Towel
Goggles
Drink Bottle
Something warm for afterwards!
LIFE SAVING
A message from Clayton Moseley, Director of Life Saving:
"Hi All,
We’re having a Patrol catch up on Friday 26th at 6pm and a social sundowner after. We just want to catch up and throw some ideas about before the new season starts.
It’s also a chance to grab some new uniform.
(There will be a BBQ and Drinks)
There is also a busy bee at the club from 4pm if you have any spare time it would be appreciated. we could do with a hand sorting the gear shed so we are all ready for the start of the season.
Hope to see you all there!! 😁💪💪
PATROLS
Rosters and Voluntary Patrols are open for the 25-26 season. You can find your Patrol information in the SLS Hub after you have registered for the season.
PATROL INFO SESSION
Fri 26 Sept 6pm
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Training Courses are Open
Our NRC, SRC and Bronze Requals and Courses will be starting in September.
Upskill and help your community!
Sharpen your skills with a Requal or level up to your next Award.
Here's what you need to know;
If you do not have an active Water Safety Award (NRC, SRC or Bronze) you are not permitted to assist in the Water at any club activities.
Any Awards from last season (24/25) will be valid until 31st Dec 2025.
We can not confirm course dates for 2026 at this stage, so register now to keep your award up to date.
You will be notified ASAP when the Course dates are updated. We want to get you certified!
Want to help out? Keep your eyes peeled for Trainer and Assessor courses on offer through SLSWA.
Please follow the links below to sign up for the courses on offer this season.
SURF SPORTS
A message from Director of Surf Sports Sunita Gaby:
"Hi Team,
Our competition dates & training schedule will be finalised in September. In the meantime the social
swim and runs are still on.
🚨Call out for youth/adult coaches to assist with swimming sessions during October and Little Nippers surf sports during the competition season.
First comp is Endurance Champs 11 Oct.
2025/26 Competition calendar dates are in the Team Stack App, search; ‘Mandurah SLSC Surf Sports’
Qs? Ask Sunni or Chris at the club socials or social runs and swims. We are always happy to chat and answer your questions 😀😀😀"
SOCIAL CLUB FITNESS
Come train with your fellow clubbies!
Every week, members of mixed age groups and all skill levels come together for enjoyable and fulfilling exercise in a safe and welcoming environment.
It's time to practice your wave riding and work on endurance. Local beaches are great for board practice check out Town Beach and Golden Bay. Chat to Suni about borrowing a board and get paddling!
If you prefer to stay on land, Social Club Run is 6.30am Mondays and Wednesdays for approx. 30min, simply meet at the club and run or walk along the shore pathway. To check if your clubbies are going, download the Strava App - Groups - Mandurah Surf Life Saving Club - Event - then RSVP.
Whether you're preparing for your next Iron event or just looking to stay active, come along and be part of the community...and bring a friend!
Find everything you need to know HERE
Keep and eye on the Strava App group for locations, details and any schedule changes.
TRIDENT YOUTH GROUP
MEET OUR YOUTH CAPTAINS — ZARA, RUBY & LEXIE!
We’re excited to introduce the powerhouse trio leading our Mandurah SLSC Tridents Youth Group (U14 - U18) this season — Zara, Ruby, and Lexie!
These three bring energy, leadership, and passion to everything they do. As Youth Captains, they are the voice for our youth members, working to create a space that’s inclusive, supportive, and full of opportunity — both on and off the beach. Not only have they been active in building a fun and safe environment for all members, they’re also constantly developing themselves — undertaking training in lifesaving, first aid, leadership, and wellbeing through the Club and SLSWA.
You’ll see our youth in action across the Club — on patrol, helping out with Nippers, leading at Surf Sports, supporting club events, and guiding younger members. With the support of our Director of Youth, these Captains help drive camps, training, and other exciting pathways for our teens.
We are super proud of the talent and dedication of our youth — they’re not just the future of Surf Life Saving, they’re leading it right now!
Want to get involved or learn more about Youth Pathways?
Courses are starting soon! Register and find out more here: https://www.mandurahslsc.asn.au/youth
If you have an opportunity to share with our Youth Group, please let Director of Youth, Stacey, know: youthcoordinator@mandurahslsc.asn.au
STARFISH NIPPERS
Starfish Nippers is a lifesaving skills program designed for children and young adults with a disability 6 years and older.
This important program relies on Volunteers. We endeavor to accept as many members as we can, however, to keep all Nippers safe in and out of the water, spaces for the program are limited.
Our Starfish Coordinators are always on the lookout for assistance in and out of the water during sessions. If you would like to help in any way next season please sign up for one of our Training Courses and get in touch!
Expressions of Interest for Starfish Nippers will be open soon.
GET OUT YOUR CALENDARS!
MANDURAH SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB
WHAT'S ON
FOR CHANGES, SIGN-UPS AND UP TO DATE INFO PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND SOCIALS, OR SPEAK TO YOUR CLUB COORDINATOR.
Have you Mastered our club dance moves!
To promote safety in the surf we are getting down and lifting our hands up!
Practice at home and show us your stuff at the next Woodside Nippers!
Bonus points...do you know what these signals mean and why they are important? Test your family at home and see if you know how to be safe at the beach this summer!
Thank you Supporters
