Annual Report

Ballina Lighthouse and Lismore Surf Life Saving Club

Ballina Lighthouse and Lismore Surf Life Saving Club

BALLINA LIGHTHOUSE & LISMORE SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB'S MISSION IS TO WORK WITH THE COMMUNITY AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT TO PROVIDE SAFE BEACHES AND AQUATIC ENVIRONMENTS THROUGHOUT BALLINA.

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Surf Life Saving

75th

Far North Coast

Anniversary

Ballina Lighthouse and Lismore Surf Life Saving Club Major Sponsors and Supporters Ballina RSL Limited Ballina Lions Club Westpac ; Lismore & Ballina Branches

Sponsors and Supporters Ritchie's IGA Ballina ; Community Benefits Scheme Ballina on Richmond Rotary Club The Professionals Real Estate Ballina Nestle National Foods – Dare Iced Coffee Ballina Shire Council Paradise 101.9 FM Radio Woollam Constructions

Life Membership Vigilance and Service. These 2 words have been the touchstones of surf life saving in Australia from the earliest days of the Surf Life Saving movement in Australia. We would like to acknowledge our life members who this year were also acknowledged by Far North Coast Branch and SLS NSW for their substantial service to life saving over many years and presented with Life Membership. Many of our newer members will know Darcy Morrow, as Darcy still patrols, competes, trains and is a branch assessor. Wilson Cregan has been a loyal member of the Club over many years also, though in recent years his focus has been on branch administration and the Jet Rescue Boat Service. Elton Cummings Elton Cummings joined Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore SLSC in 1972. Elton has been actively involved in surf lifesaving administration at a Branch level and also with the Jet Rescue Boat Service, which was originally formed by Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore SLSC, and SurfCom in recent years. For services to SLS NSW, Elton was awarded Life Membership by our State Council this year also. Wilson Cregan Wilson joined the Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore Surf Life Saving Club during the 1962-1963 Season. He gained his Bronze Medallion with the Club in December 1962. Since that time Wilson was an active member of the Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore Surf Life Saving Club until the 1998-1999 Season (completing 36 seasons as a lifesaver). He participated in the training of new lifesavers by gaining his instructors certificate in 1972. Over the years Wilson has proved himself to be a fine lifesaver, competitor and administrator taking on various positions at a Club, Branch, State and most recently Support Service level. Today Wilson is actively involved in the Ballina Jet Rescue Boat and he remains one of the most experienced administrators in the Far North Coast Branch. Wilson served as Branch President for 11 seasons, and was this year re-appointed Branch President for the 2010/11 season. Wilson is the 3rd longest serving Branch President behind other Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore SLSC stalwarts, Pop Denison and Jim Flanagan. Darcy Morrow Darcy Morrow first joined Surf Life Saving at the age of 12 completing nippers at the Sawtell Surf Life Saving Club on the New South Wales Mid North Coast. In January 1965 he stepped up into the senior ranks, qualifying under the rules of Surf Life Saving Australia to obtain his Bronze Medallion. Later that year, Darcy transferred his membership to the Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore SLSC where over the years he became a prominent competitor and surf lifesaver. Since 1965 and up until this present day (equalling 44 years), Darcy has remained a proficient lifesaver within the Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore Surf Life Saving Club and the Far North Coast Branch, volunteering hundred of hours on patrol. His dedication, skill and knowledge are evidence to the fact that 39 of those years had been served as a patrol captain, including six of those years as Club Captain of his Club. Darcy to this day remains one of the most senior, most experienced patrolling members in the Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore Surf Life Saving Club and indeed the Far North Coast Branch. Darcy has served Far North Coast Branch as an official, assessor and trainer for over 30 years. To all gentlemen – congratulations.

Darcy & Helen Morrow taken at the SLSFNC Branch Annual Dinner

Ballina Lighthouse and Lismore Surf Life Saving Club Ballina Lighthouse and Lismore Surf Life Saving Club Inc. Affiliated to Surf Life Saving Australia Limited, Surf Life Saving New South Wales Inc. and Surf life Saving Far North Coast Branch Inc. Contact Details: Post Office Box 590, Ballina NSW 2478 www.ballinasurfclub.com.au Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore SLSC Inc. is a Registered Deductible Gift Recipient ABN 64 923 973 436 Our Mission Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore Surf Life Saving Club's mission is to work with the community and local government to provide safe beaches and aquatic environments throughout Ballina.

2009/2010 Office Bearers President Kris Beavis, Senior Vice President Joe Keane, Vice Presidents Warren Lusted, Darcy Morrow, Ron Shepherd, Secretary/Registrar Sharon Balkin, Treasurer Rob McArthur, Club Captain Brent Manieri (to 15/1/2010) and Andrew Dougherty (from 16/1/2010), Junior Club Captain Angela Jones, IRB Captain Damon Jones (assisted by Steve McNabb), Chief Instructor Rod Balkin, Junior Activities Committee ( JAC) Chairperson Damon Meaney, Boat Captain Darcy Morrow, Public Officer Brian Crouch, Gear Steward Warren Lusted, First Aid Officer Damian McDonald, Branch Delegate Ron Shepherd, Trauma Officer - Appointed on a needs basis, Medical Officer Appointed on a needs basis, Solicitor Somerville Laundry & Lomax, Auditor Blackburn & Prior

Patrons Don Page MP State Member for Page, FNC Branch President Wilson Cregan, Mayor of Ballina Shire Council, Cr Phillip Silver, Mayor of Lismore City Council, Cr Jenny Dowell, Max Sidney, Brian Sidney.

Committees Executive Management Committee ( in accordance with the Constitution ) Kris Beavis (President), Sharon Balkin (Secretary), Rob McArthur (Treasurer), Damon Meaney ( JAC Chairperson), Brian Crouch (Public Officer), Rod Balkin (Chief Instructor), Brent Manieri/Andrew Dougherty (Club Captain)

Junior Activities Committee: Damon Meaney(Chairperson), Leanne Truman (Secretary), Jane Murphy (Treasurer), Helen Meaney ( JAC Registrar), Gary Murphy (Gear Steward) Supporters of the Junior Activities Committee ( JAC) Bakers Delight Ballina Fair, The House of Golf (Matthew & Tracey Smith), Blue Ribbon Meats Lismore, Techton Building Services, Bonds, Wollongbar Parmacy, Ballina Fair Centre Management, Lismore Shopping Square, Discount Chemist Goonellabah Stephen Perris from Byron Photo Magic ( thanks for taking great photos at our Annual Presentation ) These can be viewed and purchased on-line at www.photomagic.com.au – On-Line Photo Album.

President s Report

Ballina Lighthouse and Lismore Surf Life Saving Club

President s Report I'm sitting here on the afternoon of Anzac Day, reflecting on the special relation our club has to the Anzac Day traditions and those young men who had spent their pre-war years patrolling Lighthouse Beach to provide a safe beach experience for the public. At this morning's Dawn Service there were quite a few Surf Club members in the crowd and I wonder if their thoughts moved in that direction also. This year has been very challenging for our Club, with the first issue to be resolved being where we needed to patrol this season. The extreme weather event we experienced in late May placed considerable pressure on the Committee to quickly develop a contingency plan for patrolling activities. After considerable discussion, we determined that we could not take the risk that the gravel beach would return enough sand to allow us to effectively patrol the beach over the summer. With the Branch Director of Lifesaving, I held discussions with Ballina Shire Council and Surf Life Saving NSW resulting in the Club's primary patrolling area being moved back to our original home beach of Lighthouse Beach. I am the first to accept that this was not without challenges either, though through the support of Ballina Shire Council and Woollam Constructions, we were able to establish effective patrolling facilities. I would stress that the facilities are effective, not desirable and we continue to battle for appropriate clubhouse facilities for our members through Ballina Shire Council, State and Federal Government agencies. We understand the good humour that our nippers particularly have accepted our conditions, though I am also conscious this is not sustainable. We have notified the Branch we cannot host the Branch Junior and Senior Championships for 2011 as the facilities we have are stretched to accommodate our nipper mornings already. At the time of writing this report, the development application has been preliminarily assessed by the Joint Regional Planning Panel, and Ballina Shire Council is responding to planning issues identified in the preliminary assessment. We have received

strong verbal support, particularly from Mayor Phillip Silver and Federal MP for Page, Janelle Saffin of the priority that new clubhouse facilities should be given. My thanks to the Building Committee of Andrew Dougherty, Craig Nowlan, Gary Murphy, Ron Shepherd and Joe Keane for their work and guidance in helping us move the club building project forward. The 2478 postcode featured tragically in 2 separate drowning events this season. The first drowning occurred outside the flagged area of Lighthouse Beach on Boxing Day. At the time of writing, we are still awaiting the final report into the incident. A little over 3 weeks later, a second (multiple) drowning occurred at South Ballina beach when a family went for a quiet early evening swim. The second event captured considerable national and international media attention as the three children of Joseph and Carole Sherry witnessed the tragedy on the unpatrolled beach. At the time of the first drowning, I wrote to members reflecting that the base case at any location is an unpatrolled beach. Our members chose to contribute positively to our community by making a dangerous situation less dangerous by patrolling our local beaches. I want to thank all members for the responsibility they accept in contributing to our patrolling base. A success of the season has been the strong engagement by our junior activity community, and the view from the Lighthouse lookout carpark of nippers in full swing is magnificent. I would like to thank the JAC Chairperson Damon Meaney and his committee for the hours they have invested in the youngest members of the Club over the past season. Similarly, to the age managers for their willingness to give up their time to give kids in our local area the opportunity to develop essential life skills in regard to surf safety and awareness.

I would like to take a moment to highlight and note my thanks to the value Andrew has brought to our club, with his involvement through nippers, the Building Committee and most recently stepping into the Club Captain role after Brent Manieri moved to Sydney to take up a role with Surf Lifesaving NSW.

It is also evident in the younger members “hanging out”, despite no facilities, around the surf club precinct and is particularly evident in the 15-18 year groups. I have recently had the experience of completing a swap with one younger member and then found him on the substituted patrol with me as “he still wanted to do his patrol” also. Of all our patrolling members; these members, together with the 13-15 age groups really are the future of our Club and their input into our strategic plan review (due for the start of next season), is also critical. We had identified last season the need for structured activities for our members, and considered some beach activities for all members would assist. This season saw a return to regular Sunday competition for our members, with Andrew Dougherty establishing a Sunday morning handicap swim. The consistency of numbers has illustrated that our members are keen to take part in these type of organised activities, and I wish to record my thanks to Andrew for his enthusiasm to have this part of our club calendar.

Joe Keane remains heavily involved at a branch level as Director of Life Saving and I congratulate him for taking on this executive position in the branch. To Rod Balkin and Darcy Morrow, I would also like to convey my thanks for the work undertaken outside the club boundary through their involvement as branch assessors. All of these engagements raise our profile within the Branch. Whilst members are aware of the presence of a Club Committee, the extent of the time the Committee Members spend of their own time in the interests of the club is substantial. To our committee of Sharon Balkin, Rob McArthur, Joe Keane, Andrew Dougherty (Brent Manieri), Rod Balkin, Damon Meaney, Darcy Morrow, Damon Jones, Steve McNabb, Brian Crouch, Angela Jones, Ron Shepherd, Warren Lusted and Damian McDonald – my substantial thanks for the manner that you approach the role.

Kris Beavis Club President

This year has been very challenging for our Club, with the first issue to be resolved being where we needed to patrol this season

Ballina Lighthouse and Lismore Surf Life Saving Club

Treasurer s Report

This season has been an important one for the Club in that we took a very large step toward recognising the corporate structure of the Club through our financial reporting. Our auditor has identified this as a positive initiative and it is pleasing that the Junior Activities Committee ( JAC) Executive recognised that the move does not compromise its capacity to acquire equipment as and when it is required. Whilst bank accounts have been amalgamated, we are still able to report financial performance of sections of the Club individually. The Club has moved to electronic payment options where available. Whilst the technology has existed for some time, by activating this option it has allowed us to ensure our creditors are paid within trading terms more easily and without the need to chase signatories around town. The Club financial position continues to steadily build through prudent management. I would like to make special note of the work Jane Murphy has undertaken in managing the JAC accounts in recent seasons, and her support in the amalgamation of bank accounts – it has certainly made my job easier. Rob McArthur

Rhys Balkin, Angela Jones, Georgia Linton, Sarah Jones, Amelia Perris ( all members of Patrol 9 ) getting ready to patrol the streets of Ballina for the Club’s Annual Door Knock appeal

Container Photos from SLSFNC Report

Ballina Lighthouse & Lism

Secretary s Report Congratulations to all of our members for your contribution this season – which was not without its challenges. From our volunteer lifesavers to those who repair equipment, stock the first aid kits, organise the Sunday morning BBQ, co-ordinate junior activities, assist with water safety duties, officiate at carnivals, collect at our Annual Doorknock or just help out when needed – thank you. We enjoy a strong membership base with almost 500 members. Our junior members (aged between 5 years and 13 years) represent 40% of our total membership. I believe this confirms that the future of surf lifesaving, and our club, is bright. I must acknowledge Helen Meaney's valuable contribution with respect to the Junior Activities Committee ( JAC) memberships. The processing of memberships is a massive job, and Helen's work in the role of JAC Registrar has been appreciated. Membership development is an important facet of modern surf lifesaving. A group of our Under 13 and Under 14 juniors capably represented our Club at the Branch Member Development Camp held in January. Four members aged 15 to 18 enjoyed the Junior Leadership Development Camp at Fingal, held in April. These development initiatives, supported by the Far North Coast Branch, provide valuable opportunities for our younger members and identify possible future leaders. Through a variety of physical activities focusing on teamwork, communication and planning, participants gain valuable skills and benefit their lifesaving careers. At a national level, Joe Keane was one of only a handful of recipients of the 2009 Sir Adrian Curlewis Scholarship. The Scholarship, running over a twelve month period, is awarded to members who have been identified by their states as the leaders of the future. Club Captain Andrew Dougherty was successfully nominated to attend the 2010 SLSA Leaders' Conference in June 2010. The National Conference provides an opportunity for 20 participants to undertake a high-level leadership development program. During the season, communication to members was enhanced through electronic newsletters and our updated web site generated positive feedback from members. Regular communication is certainly made easier (and more cost effective) with modern technology. Our partnership with Paradise FM radio continued with our Patrol Captains again crossing live to Paradise FM radio each Saturday morning for an up-to-date beach report on conditions. Thanks to

Sandra Jackson and the Paradise FM Crew for their continued support. In conjunction with sponsorship support, the Club was successful in receiving grant monies through the Telstra Assistance Fund and Dept. of Sport and Recreation Grant Programs for rescue gear, patrol hats and uniforms. Thanks to Peter Carmont from the Professionals Real Estate Ballina for funding the purchase of new patrol rash shirts for our IRB drivers and crew. A highlight was the purchase of a new ATV early in the season, made possible largely through a generous donation by the Ballina Lions Club. The funds were the proceeds from the 2009 Ballina Lions Club FunRun event. Our heartfelt thanks to John Grant, Ken Leo and all the Ballina Lions Club members for their support. The Westpac Branches at Lismore and Ballina joined forces to fund the major renovation of our patrol shelter. The Lismore Branch staff also worked with us to fundraise over $400 for Boardies Day in November. Decked out in the familiar red and yellow, the Westpac Lismore Branch hosted a fabulous display promoting the work our club and volunteers do. It certainly inspired the Westpac customers to give generously. Sincere thanks to all our sponsors and supporters. Your generosity ensures our volunteer surf lifesavers are equipped with the most up-to-date skills and training, and given access to the best gear and equipment. Each annual report time it is difficult to summarise the myriad of events, skills and talents of all our members into one publication. I guess you could say Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore SLSC is many things. A business - looking after the bottom line to support our volunteer lifesavers, an educator – teaching surf safety to our juniors and first aid and rescue skills to our volunteer lifesavers so they can provide a community service, a sporting club – promoting fitness and providing an opportunity for all our members to train and compete at all levels, the source – of many long lasting friendships, a big family – where a group of people with a common interest can volunteer their time and skills for the benefit of Ballina Shire residents and visitors. Sharon Balkin

Captain s Report It was halfway during the season that I stepped into the Club Captains role after the departure of Brent Manieri to Sydney. My thanks to Brent for doing a great job for the Club as captain and for his service over many years. Brent has taken a role with Surf Lifesaving NSW so it will not be the last we hear of him. This season our volunteer surf lifesavers rescued 30 people in distress, administered first aid on 61 occasions and carried out 833 preventative actions. Compared with the previous season's statistics, we performed less rescues (effective prevention) and slightly less preventative actions – mainly due to more favourable conditions this season - while first aid cases increased significantly (largely due to the rise in marine sting injuries). We had a major move back to Lighthouse Beach which took a lot of time and effort from a number of members and the assistance of sponsors Woollam Construction. I believe the move has been welcomed by the Ballina community and the service provided gratefully acknowledged. Lighthouse Beach can be challenging at the best of times and the dangers posed by the surf were no more apparent than with the tragic drowning(s) at Lighthouse and South Ballina beach this season. Our deepest condolences go to the families involved on their tragic loss. We also had the loss of one our own – Saxon Bird – at the Australian Titles and our hearts go out to his family and club mates. I would like to acknowledge the work of Rod Balkin as Chief Instructor ( along with our other assessors ) and Sharon Balkin as Secretary. Their work in training and administration are the backbone of the Club and it is only when it is carried out effectively that a Club can offer a proper service to the community. Their roles extend not just during the patrolling season but are a year round commitment. Our members demonstrated extensive knowledge and skill in the assistance offered to the Ballina Community in all manner of situations. To these exceptional individuals, thank you for the professional manner in which you conducted yourselves. Your efforts are

valued by your Club and community. I am proud to submit the patrol and rescue statistics for the 2009 / 2010 season later in this report. To all our Patrol Captains – your efforts during the season are essential for the Club to function and you have provided an example to all members on the standards required to ensure the safety of the public. I must thank the Club's Management Committee for their leadership and guidance which in turn ensures our Club continues to move forward. The proposed new club house plans are taking shape and when finalised will give the Club a new momentum and further level of interest and support. I would also acknowledge the assistance of the many Support Operations that contributed to the high level of service we provided this season. To Joe Keane in his role of Director of lifesaving (FNC), the Ballina Jet Rescue Boat, Lifeguards and Surfcom volunteers – thank you for your assistance during the season. We have started a couple of initiatives this season with a weekly surf swim (well done Eoin Johnston for taking out the point-score) and Junior training Tuesday & Thursday afternoons continued to develop with the assistance of Will Keane. The junior ranks competed at a number of carnivals this season and achieved a high level of participation due largely to the efforts of Damon & Helen Meaney. Senior competition this year has not been as serious but there will be some initiatives in 2010 /2011 to encourage more participation. As we end the season all members should be thinking about maintaining a level of fitness during winter and aiming for an even more successful 2010 / 2011 season. Finally, most of all, I wish to acknowledge all our members for contributing towards the most vital volunteer organisation in Australia. It is great to see in Ballina we have a number of families that have joined as a group and participate at both junior and senior level – the work you do is important and an example to others - thank you! Yours in lifesaving Andrew Dougherty

Our members demonstrated extensive knowledge and skill in the assistance offered to the Ballina Community in all manner of situations.

Chief Training Officer Congratulations to those new and existing members who successfully achieved a number of education awards across many disciplines in Season 2009-2010. Training and education in surf lifesaving is now a twelve months a year activity often resulting in a year round commitment to surf lifesaving by our volunteer lifesavers. I'd like to acknowledge the Club's small band of current qualified trainers and assessors, Joe Keane, Darcy Morrow and Steve McNabb for their continued commitment. In addition to their patrol duties, these members dedicate many hours to training and assessing ( both at our beach and other Branch clubs ). Thanks also to the assessors from other clubs, particularly Larry Platt and the Lennox Head Team and Geoff Horsey from Evans Head, who assist us with assessments and proficiencies when required. The contribution made by Brian Lewis, FNC Branch Director of Education, should also be recognised. Brian's guidance ( and patience ) with respect to the computer / paperwork component, now an even bigger part of training, is appreciated. Members Damian McDonald, Carl Virtue, Angela Jones, Paul Shepherd and Damon Jones have all got involved in training IRB and / or Bronze Awards over the past twelve months. Each is well on the way to achieving their trainer qualifications. Within the Junior Activities area, the age managers have utilised the SLSA Junior Development Resource Kit to ensure consistency in the delivery of surf education for our nippers. Tracey Smith has co-ordinated this with the Age Managers, resulting in a large contingent of juniors achieving the relevant Surf Smart, Surf Safe and Surf Play Awards. Each of the Age Managers certainly plays an important role in surf education for our younger members. A warm welcome to our newest patrolling members - those who have gained their Bronze Medallion and/or Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC) during the season. From a trainer's perspective, it is rewarding to see candidates' skill and confidence gain momentum over the several weeks of training, as well as the camaraderie that develops amongst each group. Special mention to our Club Treasurer, Rob McArthur, who capably gained his bronze medallion in December – well done Rob! The Bronze / SRC training provides a broad range of knowledge and establishes the required competency levels. An important dimension is what our new lifesavers can learn from our experienced members on the beach. The best form of education is practice and the knowledge shared by our longer serving members is a vital resource. On a personal note, thanks to my Season 2009-2010 Patrol Team of Steve McNabb, Steve Brown, Angela Jones, Georgia Linton, Amelia Perris, Sarah Jones, Nathan Stelzer and Rhys Balkin for your commitment to our Club and surf lifesaving during the season. I think it is fair to say we had a great mix of age and youthful enthusiasm! Rod Balkin.

Ballina Lighthouse and Lismore Surf Life Saving Club Bronze Medallion / Certificate II in Public Safety ( Aquatic Rescue ) David Mortimer, Will Nowlan, Harry Bourke, Craig Worling, Benjamin Stokes, Jake Magri, David Milnes, Brodie Wright, Jane Boardman, Ryan Boardman, James Britton, William Coulter, Phillip Leadbeatter, Robert McArthur, Joel Staude, Timothy Trevillian, Camila Violante ( Rotary Exchange Student ) Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC) Ryan Staude, Nathan Stelzer, Connor Bourke IRB Crew Certificate Zulema Buchanan, Jeremy Cape, Sam Cook, Anne Currey, Chris Mason, Carl Virtue Senior First Aid Certificate Robert McArthur, Rhys Balkin, Nicholas Simpson, Nicholas Patton, Jeremy Cape, Anne Currey, Carl Virtue, Kris Beavis Advanced Resuscitation Certificate Stuart Wright, Gayle Patton, Sam Cook, Kathleen Bourne, Sandra Baker Spinal Management Certificate Tarren Lynch, Kris Beavis, Zulema Buchanan Silver Medallion IRB Driver Sam Cook, Carl Virtue, Chris Mason Silver Medallion Basic Beach Management (Patrol Captain) Carl Virtue Silver Medallion Advanced Emergency Care Carl Virtue, Kris Beavis Training Officer Advanced Resuscitation Techniques Rod Balkin, Darcy Morrow Assessor Advanced Resuscitation Techniques, Spinal Management and Defibrillation Rod Balkin, Darcy Morrow Facilitator Advanced Resuscitation Techniques Rod Balkin Radio Operator's Certificate Sharon Balkin, Rhys Balkin, Nathan Stelzer, Ryan Staude

Surf Rower s Report

This season has been a lean one with no competing crews.

Whilst no crews competing, we did have the opportunity to share a love of surf rowing with a new group -the women's' crew of Debbie Pickering, Jackie Hinrichsen, Jo McIntosh, Michelle Bourke, Kate Bourne, Helen Kirk and Dale Parker . Each crew member was a novice to begin with, however, each learnt to row in every position in the boat - a feat which is not achieved by many male crews. I would like to thank the girls for their efforts and good humour whilst learning to row. Geoff Marshall and myself coached this team. A male crew of Graeme Gordon, Nathan Gordon, Dean French, James Rix, Brad Lyons, Tim French started training, with the intent of competing at carnivals, though through injury and other circumstances did not continue. We had the benefit of a social crew that rowed for fun – thanks to John Harvey, David Dirou, Shon Trim, Peter Rodziewicz, Geoff Marshall and Darcy Morrow. I would like to thank our sponsors for their ongoing support. National Foods, who have their Dare Iced Coffee logo featured on our newest boat and Nestle who sponsored our competition tent. I'd also like to acknowledge support from Ballina Car Wash, Singhs Tyre & Mechanical, Trade Angle (Shon Trim) & Caltex Australia. The Senior Australian Carnival at Kurrawa was cancelled due to the cyclonic sea conditions – I think this is a first. Also, the Branch Championships at Lennox Head was postponed due to big seas. A strong lesson that whilst we can compete in the ocean, we cannot control the conditions. Thanks to my wife Helen and Geoff Marshall for their friendship & support. A special mention to the women's' crew also for reminding us that it is not all about competition. Lastly, my thanks to the Committee for their support.

Darcy Morrow

Rhys Balkin, Phillip Leadbeatter, Stuart Wright and Nicholas Patton who attented the Far North Coast Leadership Camp at Fingal Rovers SLSC

First Aid Report This year the Club moved it main first aid functions from Shelly Beach to Lighthouse Beach where we have a temporary first aid room in use while a new club house is being planned and built. New first aid facilities are eagerly awaited! The Club has invested some thousands of dollars in first aid supplies and equipment. The Club participated in the “Guidelines for Safer Surf Clubs” initiative rolled out by Surf Life Saving Australia. Members were invited to participate in audits and made aware of a range of health and safety policies and codes for members involved in surf lifesaving. . Health and safety always comes first and a commitment to wellbeing is the responsibility of all members. The newest item of equipment the Club has purchased is a RES-Q-Vac hand suction pump introduced through the new ARTC course. The suction pump is now available and is located with the oxy viva. A thorough audit of the first aid equipment has been completed at the end of the season, ready for winter training and the new season. Accurate recording of first aid incidents in the Patrol and Incident Logs confirms supplies used and assists with restocking. Well done to all our Season 2009-2010 members. Damian McDonald

IRB Report Thanks to all our IRB Drivers and Crewpersons for their work over the season. Congratulations also to those members who trained during last winter and received their IRB Driver and/or Crew qualifications and were able to take on these roles actively during the season. The equipment has performed well and is currently in for major services prior to the start of winter 2010 training. Just a reminder that this rescue equipment is the most expensive life saving gear on the books. It should also be operated in accordance with the IRB Code of Conduct to ensure the safety of members and the public. Whilst storage space is at a premium in the sheds, please remember not to use the IRB hulls as orange storage containers. This can cause major damage (and expense) to the hull. For those members with an interest in gaining their IRB qualifications, don't hesitate to contact Rod Balkin or myself for further information. The more drivers and crew persons we have, the more patrol groups we can field on the roster. Steve McNabb / Damon Jones

Junior s Report

This season has again been one full of enthusiasm and fun. Moving to Lighthouse Beach brought its own challenges but with almost 200 nippers and great weather the juniors were able to spend many Sundays developing their surf confidence and board skills. When surf conditions were not favourable, Shaws Bay provided a great alternative. The Club purchased a number of new boards this season which has enabled more children greater access to boards and paddling skills practice. A big thank you to our Age Managers - Tracey , Neil, Craig, Troy, Andrew, Kim, Glen, Justine, Brad, Anne , Dan and Kate, Kellie & Stephen and to all the other wonderful parents who stepped in to help out whenever asked. Our Club was well represented at carnivals this season, with many medals brought home across all age groups. It was great to see our Nippers attempt and complete some events for the very first time. It soon became a unwritten rule that the Age Manager would buy an ice cream for each first time event completed, needless to say they were out of pocket quite a few dollars this year. A great incentive which was taken in good fun by everyone. Thanks again to our Coach Will Keane for the time, knowledge and skills passed, particularly with respect to board and surf skills training. The number of Nippers turning up each Tuesday & Thursday to Will's training sessions illustrates how valuable this training is. Will's time, together with the efforts of those parents who assist Will each week, is greatly appreciated. Thank you to the those parents who stepped up and took on an active role this year, everything from water safety and administration, to our Sunday Sauage Sizzle and end of season Wet N Wild Trip. Without this active participation we would not be able to provide Nipper Activities. A special thanks to Al Petty, Gary Murphy , Leanne Truman, Jane Murphy, Angela Dyer, Helen Meaney, Kim Green, Stan Brown, Kerrilee McIntyre, Matt Smith, Julie Jones, Karen & Jason Flanagan, and every parent who helped, many thanks to you all. Our recent Presentation Day and Meeting to appoint JAC positions for next season was very positive, with a number of willing parents offering their services. I encourage each parent/carer to become actively involved to ensure the continued success of our nipper program and the continued development of the future surf lifesavers of our Club.

Our Club was well represented at carnivals this season, with many medals brought home across all age groups.

Damon Meaney

Congratulations to the following who attained awards for the Season: Age Champions U8 Age Champion Boy : Jayden Whittle U8 Age Champion Girl : Jasmine McIntyre U9 Age Champion Boy : Bailey Flannagan U9 Age Champion Girl : Ruby Driscoll-Dyer U10 Age Champion Boy : Jayden McIntyre U10 Age Champion Girl : Saskia Dyer U11 Age Champion Boy : Jordan Taylor U11 Age Champion Girl : Shana Povey Hyatt U12 Age Champion Boy : Harrison Murphy U12 Age Champion Girl : Isabella Jones U13 Age Champion Boy : Nick Meaney U13 Age Champion Girl : U14 Age Champion Boy : Nathan McIntyre U14 Age Champion Girl : Heidi Wright Age Managers Awards U8 Age Manager Award : Sophie Petty, Zane Rogers Lilly Murphy, Liam Worling U9 Age Manager Award : Giaan Peiti, Jack Callaghan Encouragement Award Erica Truman, Zackary Magri U10 Age Manager Award : Xanthe Rogers, Josh Green Gracie Barnes, Lachlan Mackie U11 Age Manager Award : Tegan Whittle, Sam Limpenny-Fawcett Encouragement Award : Isabelle Zveglic U12 Age Manager Award : Kelsey Wheatland, Tom Moore U13 Age Manager Award : Mikayla Maclean, Daniel Boardman Encouragement Award : Georgia Taylor U14 Age Manager Award : Morgan Smith Most Improved : Sarah Jones

100% Participation Awards - Lilly Murphy, Bailey Flannagan, Tara Meaney, Cooper Murphy, Daniel Boardman, Morgan Smith, Nathan McIntyre Club Champions Awards Sub Junior Boy Champion : Bailey Flannagan Sub Junior Girl Champion : Saskia Dyer Junior Boy Champion : Harrison Murphy Junior Girl Champion : Isabella Jones Senior Boy Champion : Nick Meaney Senior Girl Champion : Heidi Wright JAC President's Trophy : Andrew Dougherty.

Surf Life Saving Far North Coast has 5,512 members across 10 Clubs and 1 Support Service who perform in excess of 170 rescues, 10,000 preventative actions and attend over 2,200 first aid cases each season. The Awards of Excellence evening for Season 2009-2010 was held at Byron Bay on 19th June 2010. Our Club was well represented, picking up a number of awards. Life Membership FNC Branch was awarded to two of our Club's Life Members : Darcy Morrow, Wilson Cregan. Cadet Lifesaver of the Year Rhys Balkin Training Officer of the Year , Highly Commended Rod Balkin Administrator of the Year Sharon Balkin Administration Club of the Year , Equal 2nd Place Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore SLSC Competition Club of the Year , Most Improved Ballina Lighthouse & Lismore SLSC

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Surf Life Saving

75th

Far North Coast

Anniversary

Far North Coast Branch Awards

This year's Annual Presentation and Awards evening was well held at the Ballina RSL Club on Saturday 29th May 2010.

Sunday Handicap Swim Competition Winner: Awarded to the member who topped the competition point score. The swims were held from the 15th November 2009 until the end of the season - 11th April 2010 over a 400 metre course (Depending on conditions and how Andrew was feeling on the day) 1st : Eoin Johnston (119 Points), 2nd : Joanne McIntosh (92 Points), 3rd : Raz Burtonwood (90 Points) Surf Sports Award: Commendable achievement by a team, individual or coach in relation to lifesaving surf sports, training or coaching WILL KEANE Most Patrol Hours Female: Outstanding service in accumulating the most voluntary hours of patrol service by a female member in a season ANGELA JONES Most Patrol Hours Male : Outstanding service in accumulating the most voluntary hours of patrol service by a male member in a season CARL VIRTUE Patrol of the Year: Outstanding performance and conduct of a rostered patrol – based on patrol attendance, number of new lifesaving awards undertaken, participation in club fundraising and other events and membership renewals /proficiencies. PATROL NINE Rod Balkin – Patrol Captain, Patrol Members, Steve McNabb (IRB Driver), Stephen Brown (Bronze), Angela Jones (Bronze), Georgia Linton (Bronze), Rhys Balkin(SRC), Amelia Perris (SRC), Sarah Jones (SRC), Nathan Stelzer (SRC). The following awards recognize outstanding service, performance and conduct a cadet, junior and senior lifesavers in many aspects of surf life saving at a club level. This recognises members who have consistently gone “above and beyond” the normal and expected duties they fulfil during their role at the Club. Cadet Club Person of the Year RHYS BALKIN Junior Club Person of the Year ANGELA JONES Senior Club Person of the Year – The Pop Denison Award ANDREW DOUGHERTY [Note: A.G. (POP) Denison was the founding President of our Club and the Senior Club Person of the Year Award is named in honour of the first Club President]. Con Asmussen Award: Outstanding service, performance and conduct in relation to any aspect of surf life saving at a national and/or state and/or branch level by a member of our club ROD BALKIN

ONE HUNDRED PERCENT PATROL ATTENDANCE Sandra Baker Rhys Balkin Rod Balkin Kris Beavis Jane Boardman Neil Boardman Stephen Brown Raz (Lyn) Burtonwood Jeremy Cape Anne Currey David Dirou

Andrew Dougherty Richard Finigan John Harvey Eoin Johnston Angela Jones Damon Jones Sarah Jones Joseph Keane William Keane Helen Kirk Phillip Leadbeater

Garry Lee Jake Lee Brent Manieri Rob McArthur Damian McDonald Joanne McIntosh Steve McNabb Damon Meaney Richie Miles Damon Maloney Darcy Morrow

Gary Murphy Elodie Murray Craig Nowlan William O'Donnell David Paredes Brandon Patton Gayle Patton Graham Patton Nicholas Patton Mathew Pieti Amelia Perris

Tony Rushton Paul Shepherd Nicholas Simpson Morgan Smith Joel Staude Nathan Stelzer Carl Virtue Duncan Wright

Member s Awards Life Patrons * Alfred (Pop) Denison, * Herb Bulwinkle, Jack Trevan Life Governor Jack Trevan Life Members *Alfred (Pop) Denison, *Kevin Leonard, *Herb Pearson, *Herb Bulwinkle, *Jim Flanagan BEM, Jack Griffith, *Gordon Rivers, Clarrie Turner, Elton Stone, Eddie Newton, Max Sidney, Jack Trevan, Brian Sidney, *Laurie Maria, Wilson Cregan, Ron Shepherd, Harvey Kay, Gary Davis, Darcy Morrow, Elton Cummings, Graeme Gordon, Eoin Johnston, Con Asmussen MBE Australian Sports Medal Con Asmussen MBE, Garry Meredith Australian National Service Medal Darcy Morrow, Paul Shepherd, Garry Meredith, Tony Rushton, David Dirou, Eoin Johnston, Patrick O'Connor, Elton Cummings, Paul Albertini SLSA Hall of Fame Bob Newbiggin inducted March 2004 Con Asmussen MBE inducted March 2004 1967, 1968 and 1969 Australian Champion Open Boat Crew (Max Sidney, Lance Goldsmith, Cec Denny, Brian Sidney, Warren Tulk) inducted March 2007 Life Members of Surf Lifesaving Australia Alfred (Pop) Denison, Jim Flanagan BEM, Con Asmussen MBE, Life Members of Surf Lifesaving NSW Alfred (Pop) Denison, Jim Flanagan, BEM, Con Asmussen MBE, Laurie Maria, Ron Shepherd, Elton Cummings Life Members Surf Lifesaving Far North Coast Alfred (Pop) Denison, Jim Flanagan BEM, Darcy Morrow#, Wilson Cregan# 70 Years Service Award Con Asmussen MBE 60 Years Service Award Ron Shepherd, Jack Trevan 50 Years Service Award *Jim Flanagan BEM, Brian Sidney, Max Sidney 45 Years Service Award Eoin Johnston 40 Years Service Award Wilson Cregan, Darcy Morrow 30 Years Service Award Graeme Gordon, Warren Lusted, Geoff Marshall, Elton Cummings

25 Years Service Award Laurie Maria, Doug Menger, Gary Davis, Peter Sobels, John Goodin, Peter Yager, Paul Albertini, Rose Bradley, Carmen de Vlieger, Gregory Flynn, Garry Meredith, Paul Shepherd 20 Years Patrolling Service Award Lyn (Raz) Burtonwood, John Harvey, Patrick O'Connor, Tony Rushton, Kris Beavis 15 Years Patrolling Service Award John Watson, Harry Monk, Alex McLeay, Michael Evans, Gary Dardengo, Ross Trease, Chris Terlich, Richard Steel, Paul Kelly, Richard Grant, David Dirou, Will O'Donnell 10 Years Patrolling Service Award Terry Croft, Richard le Cornu, Mark Fisher, David Hoskin, Craig Spencer, Gerry Coffeey, Samantha Albertini, Andrew Scott, Rod Balkin, Al Barrett, Will Keane, Steve McNabb, Joe O'Connor, Peter Rodziewicz Meritorious Bravery Awards Len Brunning, William Heugh, Ray Burniston, Ray Ditton, Robert Joblin, Robert Sargent, Jack Trevan, George Wittleton, Dennis Magnay, Elton Cummings, Harvey Kay, Ross Trease, Andrew Knight, Surf Lifesaving Course Facilitators [Certificate IV – Training & Assessment] Joe Keane, Rod Balkin Surf Life Saving Examiners Max Sidney, Ron Shepherd, Elton Cummings, Paul Albertini, Ross Trease, Darcy Morrow, Geoff Smith, Michael Pontefract, John Jones, Carmen Flynn, Joe Keane, Rod Balkin Surf Lifesaving Instructors Elton Cummings, Paul Albertini, Samantha Albertini, Patrick O'Connor, Tony Rushton, John Harvey, Rose Bradley, Geoff Smith, Garry Meredith, Greg Flynn, Carmen Flynn, Michael Pontefract, John Jones, Darcy Morrow, Ron Shepherd, Toni Sales, Rod Balkin, Joe Keane, Steve McNabb (IRB) Sir Adrian Curlewis Scholarship Samantha Anderson (1988), Peter Baird (1991), Joseph Keane (2009-2010)# SLSA National Leadership Forum Kris Beavis ( 2008/2009), Andrew Dougherty (2009/2010) NSW Junior Lifesaver of the Year Carmel Killingback (1998) 25 Year Officiating Service Certificate Dave Hutton 30 Year Assessing Service Certificate Darcy Morrow 30 Year Officiating Service Certificate Darcy Morrow *denotes deceased #Honour gained during the 2009-2010 Season

Competition Representatives Overseas Tour Representatives 1968-69 Australian Team Tour South Africa: Max Sidney 1991-1992 NSW IRB Team Tour New Zealand: Tony Rushton ( Team Member) 2004-05 NSW Country Team Tour New Zealand: Robby Miles Australian Championships 1947-48 1st Open Surf Race: Bob Newbiggin 1965-66 3rd Open Surf Boat Race: Max Sidney, Brian Sidney, Lance Goldsmith, Warren Tulk, Cec. Denny 1966-67 1st Open Surf Boat Race: Max Sidney, Brian Sidney, Lance Goldsmith, Warren Tulk, Cec. Denny 1967-68 1st Open Surf Boat Race: Max Sidney, Brian Sidney, Land Goldsmith, Warren Tulk, Cec Denny 1968-69 1st Open Surf Boat Race: Max Sidney, Brian Sidney, Lance Goldsmith, Warren Tulk, Cec Denny 1969-70 2nd Open Surf Boat Race: Max Sidney, Brian Sidney, Lance Goldsmith, Warren Tulk, Cec Denny 1991-92 3rd IRB Rescue Event: Tony Rushton (Driver), Dean Hill (Crew Person), Cindy Morrow (Patient) 2001-02 3rd Board Riding: Tahnee Anderson Australian Surfboat Championships 1965-66 1st Open Surf Boat Race: Max Sidney, Brian Sidney, Lance Goldsmith, Warren Tulk, Cec Denny 1966-67 3rd Open Surf Boat Race, Max Sidney, Brian Sidney, Lance Goldsmith, Warren Tulk, Cec Denny Australian Masters Championships 1998-1999 - 3rd 180 Year Surf Boat Race: Graeme Gordon (s), Wilson Cregan, Gerry Coffey, Geoff Marshall, Paul Albertini 2002-03 2nd 160 Years Surf Boat Race: Richard Grant, Steve Spark, Kris Beavis, Paul Kelly, Geoff Marshall, Coach: Darcy Morrow 2003-04 1st 120 Years Surf Boat Race: Raana Campbell, John Harvey, Shane Hill, Al Barrett, Geoff Marshall NSW Champions 1963-64 3rd Open Surf Boat Race: Max Sidney, Brian Sidney, Lance Goldsmith, Warren Tulk, Cec Denny 1975-76 1st Open Surf Boat Race, Max Sidney, Wilson Cregan, Warren Tulk, Gary Davis, Darcy Morrow 1977-78 1st Reserve Surf Boat race: Max Sidney, Warren Tulk, Eoin Johnston, Lance Goldsmith, Bob Clay NSW Masters Champions 1993-94 1st 40-44 Years Surf Boat Race: Geoff Marshall, Darcy Morrow, Graeme Gordon, Gary Davis, Tom Sivewright 1993-94 2nd 50-54 Years Single Ski Race: John Goodwin 1994-95 3rd 40-44 Years Surf Boat Race: Geoff Marshall, Darcy Morrow, Graeme Gordon, Gary Davis, Gerry Coffey

1998-99 2nd 140 Years Surf Boat Race: Geoff Marshall, Jeff Loy, John Huegill, Al Barrett, Richard Grant 2003-04 2nd 160 Years Surf Boat Race, Richard Grant, Steve Spark, Kris Beavis, Paul Kelly, Darcy Morrow 2006-07 3rd 180 Years Surf Boat Race: Richard Grant, Stuart Thompson, Kris Beavis, Paul Kelly, Geoff Marshall QLD Master Championships 1998-99 1st 140 Years Surf Boat Race, Geoff Marshall, Jeff Loy, John Huegill, Al Barrett, Richard Grant 2002-03 2nd 160 Years Surf Boat Race: Richard Grant, Steve Spark, Kris Beavis, Paul Kelly, Geoff Marshall, Coach: Darcy Morrow Rescue 2004 World Masters Championships (Italy) 2004 2nd 160 Years Surf Boat Race: Richard Grant, Peter Rodziewicz, Steve Spark, Kris Beavis, Aaron Everett Rescue 2000 World IRB Championships 1999-2000: 3rd Rescue Teams Event: Michael Pontefract, Geoff Smith, Tony Rushton, Dion Wenzel, Matthew O'Connor, Amy Loddington NSW IRB Championships 1983: 1st – Craig Spencer, Paul Albertini, Elton Cummings, Gary Dardengo, Tony Meredith, Terry Dardengo, Andrew Knight 1984: 2nd – Craig Spencer, Paul Albertini, Elton Cummings, Gary Dardengo, Paul Knight, Terry Dardengo, Rodney Hoskins 1986: 1st – Craig Spencer, Paul Albertini, Elton Cummings, Gary Dardengo, Samantha Anderson, Paul Knight, Mark Newstead, Richard Steel, Jason Rush, Dean Hill 1987: 2nd – Craig Spencer, Paul Albertini, Elton Cummings, Gary Dardengo, Samantha Anderson, Paul Knight, Mark Newstead, Richard Steel, Jason Rush, Dean Hill 1988: 2nd – Craig Spencer, Paul Albertini, Elton Cummings, Gary Dardengo, Samantha Anderson, Patrick O'Connor, Tony Rushton, Richard Steel

Membership Life Members Con Asmussen MBE, Wilson Cregan, Elton Cummings, Gary Davis, Graeme Gordon, Eoin Johnston, Harvey Kay, Darcy Morrow, Ronald Shepherd, Brian Sidney, Max Sidney, Elton Stone, Jack Trevan Long Service Members Kris Beavis, Lyn (Raz) Burtonwood, David Dirou, John Harvey, Eoin Johnston, Geoff Marshall, Garry Meredith, Darcy Morrow, Paul Shepherd, Warren Lusted, Ross Trease Active Members - Sandra Baker, Gavin Baker, Rodney Balkin, Kathleen Bourne, Zulema Buchanan, Jaclyn Beer, Jane Boardman, Neil Boardman, James Britton, Stephen Brown, Jeremy Cape, Elizabeth Couch, William Coulter, Anne Currey, Andrew Dougherty, Anthony Eames, Richard Finnigan, Dean French, Tim French, Nathan Gordon, Andrew (Drew) Green, Darren Henderson, Jacqueline Hinrichsen, Angela Jones, Damon Jones, Joseph Keane, William Keane, Helen Kirk, Garry Lee, Georgia Linton, Taren Lynch, Brad Lyons, Brent Manieri, Jake Magri, Chris Mason, Rob McArthur, Damian McDonald, Steve McNabb, Jenna McNabb, Leslie McGuire, Joanne McIntosh, Damon Meaney, Garry Meredith, Richie Miles, Heidi Miller, Robert Miller, David Milnes, Damon Moloney, David Mortimer, Gary Murphy, Craig Nowlan, Joseph O`Connor, William O`Donnell, Dale Parker, Timothy Paskins, Gayle Patton, Graham Patton, Matthew Peiti, Allen Petty, Deborah Pickering, Josh Pollard, James Rix, Peter Rodziewicz, Michael Rupnick, Tony Rushton, Rick Sandeberg, Nicholas Simpson, Benjamin Stokes, Troy Taylor, Shon Trim, Tim Trevillien, Carl Virtue, Dean Wager, Karen Wesseling, Craig Worling, Duncan Wright, Ian Zilm ( 15-17 Years ) Active Members Ryan Boardman, Leroy Connery, Sam Cook, Nicholas Green, Claudia Jambor, Phillip Leadbeatter, Annabelle McIntosh-Smith, Nicholas Patton, Bryce Woollett, Stuart Wright, Brodie Wright Cadet Members - Rhys Balkin, Connor Bourke, Harry Bourke, Jack Connery, Jordie Green, Sarah Jones, Jake Lee, Nathan McIntyre, Jay Meaney, Will Nowlan, Elodie Murray, David Paredes, Brandon Patton, Amelia Perris, Riley Sandeburg, Morgan Smith, Joel Staude, Ryan Staude, Nathan Stelzer, Heidi Wright Junior Activities Member (5-13 Years): Under 14s – Jack Connery, Jordie Green, Nathan McIntyre, Kaela McRae, Morgan Smith, Lara Tsikleas, Zac Yi Wang Under 13s -Daniel Boardman, Mikayla Maclean, Nick Meaney, Madison Muller, Dakota Sidnell, Georgia Taylor Under 12s -Gabrielle Buttenshaw, Rachel Doheny, Breanna Gollan, Elke Howell, Isabella Jones, Lisa Mackie, Thomas Moore, Harrison Murphy, Jasmine Sandeberg, Kelsey Sheatland Under 11s – Michael Cameron, Ethan Lewis, Samuel LimpennyFawcett, Benjamin Limpenny-Fawcett, Asher Magnay, Lachlan McGeary, Sam McRae, Mackenzie Muller, Shana Povey-Hyatt, Tara Reed, Xanthe Rogers, Daniel Sawyer, Jayde Shipway, Jordan Staude, Jordan Taylor, Tegan Whittle, Dean Wright, Isabell Zveglic Under 10s – Ben Allen, Gracie Barnes, Mahli Borham, Matthew Buttenshaw, Lachlan Campbell, Montana Davis, Georgia Davis, Tayla Doheny, Quinn Dougherty, Saskia Dyer, Gene Grant, Joshua Green, Max, Matthew Job, Lachlan Mackie, Mia McGuire, Jayden McIntyre, Jake McRae, Tara Meaney, Daniel Moore, Cooper Murphy, Sascha O'Halloran, Karina Perris, Jake Petty, Benjamin Rupnik, Madelyn Sivewright, Connor Spatz, James Swain, Georgia Wheatland, Amy Whittle, Norika Wright Under 9s Hannah Adcock, Riley Benson, Jack Callaghan, Ellie Campbell, Alex Chapman, Jenna Collinge, Darcy Drinkwater, Ruby Driscoll-Dyer, Jacob Dwyer, Bailey Flanagan, Mason Hilyard, Taylah Home, Evie Howell, William Jones, Daniel Kelly, Zachary Magri, Isobella O'Connell, Kylie Paskins, Giaan Peiti, John Rooney, Zahri Sidnell, Eric Truman, Ethan Walsh

Under 8s - Lara Adcock, Joe Barnes, Liam Cameron, Tarnie Hilyard, Elke Hinrichsen, Chelsea Joynson, Laura King, Daniella Knight, Damon Lovejoy, Max Maiden, Chloe Mason, Heidi McGuire, Jazmyn McIntyre, Mia McRae, Lily Murphy, Dove O'Halloran, Sophie Petty, Wesley Poole-Hilton, Jayden Puglisi, Emily Roach, Luke Roberts, Zane Rogers, Lachlan Shirley, Thomas Spatz, Lachlan Taylor, Lara Truman, Jayden Whittle, Leila Wigan, Liam Worling, Emerald Wykes Under 7s –Allie Baldwin, Lewis Bennetts, Kennedy Benson, Jazman Beresford, Max Bolton, Annika Borgeest, Flynn Cairns, Giorgia Campbell, Noah-Jay Cluff, Jack Collinge, Blake Davis, Jye Davis, Natasha Flanagan, Samuel Green, Sapphire Halliday, Lachlan Hassey, Cooper Ivey, Flynn Jones, David Kearney, Hunter Magnay, Jack McIntosh, Harrison McMaster, Douglas Moore, Joshua Mueller, Stephen Paskins, Aeryn Peiti, Zac Poulton, Thomas Quinn, Leilani Robins, Oliver Rupnik, Francis Rupnik, Ashley Ruston, Jessica Sawyer, Edan Seymour, Harry Sivewright, Alahna Thomson, Miles Tomkins, Josef Tomkins, Cadyn Worling Under 6s – Eve Barnes, Joshua Buttenshaw, Bailey Cairns, Olivia Driscoll-Dyer, Kialia Etuati, Lily Evers, Jayce Harvey, Micah Hope, Ryan Jobb, Hugo Matthews, Chloe McGuire, Chayse McKay, Lydia Mueller, Joel Roach, Charlotte Roberts, Ashlee Rogers, Sinovai Rooney, Joe Rutledge, Hayley Rushton, Miles Seibold, Georgia Shirley, Ari Slattery, Pyper Spatz, Kaylah Tyrrell, Annie Wigan. Award Member Sharon Balkin Associate Members Simon Adcock, Cherie Adcock, Carmel Allen, Jan Backhouse, Ross Baines, Kylie Baldwin, Jim Barnes, Colin Bennetts, Matthew Benson, Melinda Beresford, Daniel Bolton, Katie Bolton, Chad Borgeest, Scott Borham, Nerissa Brown, Michelle Bourke, Stanley Brown, Kelly Buttenshaw, Robert Buttenshaw, Cherrie Cairns, Bayden Cairns, Scott Callaghan, Stephanie Cameron, Sally Campbell, Bek Campbell, Kelli Chapman, Peter Charlton, Kirby Cluff, Trina Collinge, Erica Crawford, Brian Crouch, Pamela Dart, Michael Davis, Jamie Davis, David Drinkwater, Justine Driscoll, Angela Dyer, Brett Dyer, Kath Egan, Rebecca Evers, Jason Evers, Jason Flanagan, Kerry Fraser, Karryn Gavenlock, Leanne Gollan, Riley Gollan, Richard Grant, Kim Green, Steven Halliday, Cameron Harvey, Tim Hassey, Kim Hedges, Kate Higgins, Jocelyn Hilyard, Duncan Hope, Chad Home, Greg Howell, Vaughn Hyatt, Nathan Job, Craig Jones, Julie Jones, Daralyn Jones, Glen Joynson, Louise Kearney, Diana King, Chris Knight, Annette Law, Ingrid Limpenny, Gina Lockton, Cherrie Lovejoy, Denise Mackie, Kathy Maclean, Tamara MacRae, Bronwyn Magri, Michelle Maiden, Ralph Matthews, Carmen McCosker, Rodney McGeary, Daniel McIntosh, Kerrlie McIntyre, Adele McKay, Gina McMaster, Jodie McRae, Gregory McRae, Helen Meaney, Sandy Meredith, Karen Moore, Lindzi Moore, Karen Moore-Evans, Paul Moosberger, Ross Muller, Jane Murphy, BradleyO'Connell, Coral O'Donnell, Catherine O'Halloran, Karen Paskins, Debbie Pastor, Sam Peiti, Marcia Palazzi, Karen Perris, Anne Petty, Abby Poole, Alison Poulton, Julieann Povey, Geraldine Puglisi, Brett Quin, Jack Rawlings, Leanne Riordon, Stuart Roach, Tonya Roach, Emma Roberts, Michael Roberts, Michael Robins, Blake Rogers, Ryan Rooney, Mark Ross, Jeremy Rutledge, Tim Sawyer, Chris Seibold, Tim Seymour, Paul Shipway, Skye Shirley, Julia Sidnell, Mark Sivewright, Paul Slattery, Matthew Smith, Sharyn Staude, Jodie Swain, Diana Taylor, Mark Thomson, Sophia Tomkins, Malcolm Tomkins, Leanne Truman, Matt Tyrrell, Kim Wheatland, Greg Whittle, Glen Wright, Robert Wykes, Audrey Zambelli, Jun Yu Zhou. Junior Activities Committee ( JAC) - Life Membership - Terry Croft, Marlene Croft, Alan Sampson, Rose Bradley, Cliff Moore

Patrol Hours Carl Rodney Damian Garry Elton Steve Joseph Damon Rhys Gary Andrew Angela Darcy Elodie Brent Graham Joseph David Joanne Morgan Sandra William Brandon Gayle Neil David Craig Sarah Damon Nicholas Stephen Lyn (Raz) William Amelia Richard Tony Helen Garry

Virtue Balkin McDonald Meredith** Cummings** McNabb Keane Jones Balkin Murphy Dougherty Jones Morrow Murray Manieri Patton O'Connor** Dirou McIntosh Smith Baker O'Donnell Patton Patton Boardman Paredes Nowlan Jones Moloney Patton Brown Burtonwood Keane Perris Finnigan Rushton Kirk Lee

89.25 87.75 78.5 78 72.75 71.75 64.75 52.75 52 51.5 50 48.75 48.25 48 46.5 44.24 44 43.25 43.25 43.25 42 42 42 42 41.25 41.25. 41 40.75 40.75 40.75 40.5 40.5 40.25 40.25 40 40 40 40

Heidi Jake Nicholas Kris Anne Jeremy Heidi Richie John Geoffrey Damon Rick Shon Ian Jacqueline Nathan Maz Troy Stuart Chris Ryan Robert Sam Allen Jay Annabelle Andrew Karen Riley Jordie Philip Bradley Sharon Joel Peter Jack Leroy Ethan

Wright Lee Simpson Beavis Currey Cape Miller Miles Harvey Marshall Meaney Sandeberg Trim Zilm Hinrichsen McIntyre Pentecost Taylor Wright Mason Parmenter Miller Cook Petty Meaney McIntosh-Smith Green Wesseling Sandeberg Green Leadbeatter Lyons Balkin ** Staude Rodziewicz Connery Connery Shaw

40 39.5 39.5 39 39 38.25 38.25 37 36.75 36.75 36.5 36.5 36.25 36.25 36 36 36 36 34.5 33 32.75 32.5 32.25 32 31.25 30.5 30.25 29.5 28.5 28.25 28 28 27.5 25 24.75 24.5 24.5 24.25

Taren Claudia Gavin Jane Nicholas Matthew Deborah Nathan Timothy Dean Leslie Kathleen Eoin William Jenna Darren James Tim Duncan Rob Dale Tim Ryan Brodie James Ryan Josh Bryce Jaclyn Elizabeth Glen Amelia Jordan Anrielle Allan Dean Shaun

Lynch Jambor Baker Boardman Green Peiti Pickering Stelzer Paskins French McGuire Bourne## Johnston## Coulter McNabb Henderson Rix Trevillien Wright## McArthur Parker French Staude Wright Britton Boardman Pollard Wollett Beer Couch McIntyre Thompson Frost Hunt Noble## Wager Ellis

Season Statistics Beach attendance First aid Preventative actions Rescues No Gear Rescue Tube Rescue Board IRB Other Total

23.75 23.5 21.75 20.5 20.25 20.25 20.25 19.75 19.5 19 19 17.5 17.5 16.5 16.25 16 16 16 16 12.75 12.5 12 12 12 11.5 11 10.5 10.5 8 8 7 6 4 4 4 4 3.5

22378 61 833

13 5 2 9 1 30

** Hours accumulated with Support Services ( Surfcom, Jet Rescue Service ) ## Leave of absence from roster during patrol season

President A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison A.G. Denison C.W. Turner C.W. Turner C.W. Turner R.E. Pilling R.E. Pilling R.O.S. Waters K. Sharpe K. Sharpe K. Sharpe E.J. Stone E.J. Stone E.J. Stone D. Johnston D. Johnston J.H. Trevan J.H. Trevan J.H. Trevan J.H. Trevan J. H. Trevan J. H. Trevan W. D. Cregan W.D. Cregan W. D. Cregan W. D. Cregan E. Cummings W. D. Cregan H. Monk H. Monk H. Monk D. Hoskin D. Hoskin R. Larsson R. Larsson R. Larsson R. Larsson R. Larsson / P. West P. West P. West / I. Anderson I. Anderson I. Anderson G. Gordon G. Gordon G. Gordon R. Shepherd R. Shepherd R. Shepherd R. Shepherd R. Shepherd R. Shepherd / P. Kelly P. Kelly P. Kelly P Kelly K. Beavis K Beavis

Secretary K.C. Leonard K.C. Leonard K.C. Leonard K.C. Leonard D.P. Jones D.P. Jones D.P. Jones D.P. Jones D.P. Jones A.W. Garrett A.W. Garrett A.W. Garrett K. Sharpe K. Sharpe K.Sharpe K.Sharpe P.Rice P.Rice J.Bindon J.Bindon/H.Bush J. O'Mara J.H. Trevan R.J. Watson R.J. Watson J.H. Trevan J.H. Trevan J.H. Trevan J.H. Trevan J.H. Trevan J.H. Trevan J.H. Trevan J.H. Trevan J.H. Trevan I.Byrne I.Byrne I. Byrne D.R. Mackay D. R. Mackay / S. Hajjar B. Regan G. O. Davis G. O. Davis G. Gordon G. Gordon H. Monk G. Gordon G. Geaghan R. Le Cornu R. Le Cornu R. Le Cornu S. Anderson S. Anderson S. Anderson S. Anderson S. Anderson S. Anderson I. Anderson P. Albertini P. Albertini P. Albertini P. Albertini P. Albertini P. Albertini P. Albertini P. Albertini / K. Beavis K. Beavis K. Carey K. Carey N. Epplett S. Balkin S. Balkin J. S. Balkin/Driscoll S. Balkin S Balkin

Treasurer H.A. Pearson H.A. Pearson H.A. Pearson H.A. Pearson C.S. Harris C.S. Harris S.G. Roberts J.J. Mallon N. Melville A. Bulwinkel/R. Bellamy A. Bulwinkel/R. Bellamy A. Bulwinkel/K. Sharpe A.W. Garrett J.P. Rice J.P. Rice J.P. Rice J.B. Griffin J.B. Griffin L.J. Tippett L.J. Tippett W. Munn L. Edwards R.S. Graham G. Murphy R.Robson L. Goldsmith L. Goldsmith L. Goldsmith D. Hoult D. Hoult R. Felsch R. Ditton R. Ditton H.Kay H.Kay H. Kay H. Kay H. Kay H. Kay H. Kay R. Le Cornu G. Davis G. Davis B. Harding M. Perkins M. Perkins M. Perkins M. Perkins C. Steel C. Steel J. Watson J. Watson E. Cummings E. Cummings E. Cummings P. Albertini B. Crouch B. Crouch B. Crouch B. Crouch B. Crouch B. Crouch B. Crouch B. Crouch B. Crouch B. Crouch B. Crouch B. Crouch/K. Beavis K. Beavis K. Beavis K. Beavis R. McArthur R McArthur

Club Captain W. Whitehead C. Stranger J. O'Grady / G.Wray P. Hooper E. Budnick R. Fenwick R. Burniston J. Flanagan J.J. Mallon/J. Flanagan R. Bellamy F. Chilcott G. Wittleton L. Maria E. Budnick J. Le Cornu J. Le Cornu E. Flanagan D. Chidgey D. Chidgey J. Le Cornu J. Le Cornu P.Pilling D. Mould K.Kerr B.Sidney B. Sidney B. Sidney B. Sidney B. Sidney B. Sidney D. Menger I. Byrne I. Byrne W. Onslow P. Webber R. Dalgleish B. Trotter G.O. Davis G. O. Davis E. Cummings / A. McLeay E. Johnston E. Cummings R. Le Cornu E. Johnston / P. Albertini P. Albertini P. Albertini P. Albertini P. Albertini C. Terlich C. Terlich P. Albertini P. Albertini / D. Morrow D. Morrow D. Morrow D. Morrow J. Willems / D. Morrow J. Geaghan/P. O'Connor P. O'Connor P. O'Connor / C. Sands G. Coffey P. O'Connor P. O'Connor P. O'Connor A. Barrett A. Barrett W. Keane W. Keane W. Keane/J. Keane J. Keane J. Keane J. Keane P. Shepherd B Manieri/A Dougherty

Club Management History

Season 1933-1934 1934-1935 1935-1936 1936-1937 1937-1938 1938-1939 1939-1940 1940-1941 1941-1942 1942-1943 1943-1944 1944-1945 1945-1946 1946-1947 1947-1948 1948-1949 1948-1950 1950-1951 1951-1952 1952-1953 1953-1954 1954-1955 1959-1960 1960-1961 1961-1962 1962-1963 1963-1964 1964-1965 1965-1966 1966-1967 1967-1968 1968-1969 1969-1970 1970-1971 1971-1972 1972-1973 1973-1974 1974-1975 1975-1976 1976-1977 1977-1978 1978-1979 1979-1980 1980-1981 1981-1982 1982-1983 1983-1984 1984-1985 1985-1986 1986-1987 1987-1988 1988-1989 1989-1990 1990-1991 1991-1992 1992-1993 1993-1994 1994-1995 1995-1996 1996-1997 1997-1998 1998-1999 1999-2000 2000-2001 2001-2002 2002-2003 2003-2004 2004-2005 2005-2006 2006-2007 2007-2008 2008-2009 2009-2010

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