Is Surf Life Saving not for profit?

Is Surf Life Saving not for profit?

Surf Life Saving is a unique not-for-profit community cause that exists through community donations, fundraising, corporate sponsorship and government grants. Since Surf Life Saving was established in 1907, over 660,000 people have been rescued by our surf lifesavers.

Which bank supports Surf Life Saving?

Westpac has been proudly partnering with Surf Life Saving Australia for over 40 years through their support of the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service including NSW bases in Cape Banks and Moruya.

Is Surf Life Saving an emergency service?

On the 18th October the NSW Government passed the Emergency Services Legislation Amendment Bill, which recognises Surf Life Saving NSW as an Emergency Services Organisation under the State Emergency and Rescue Management Act 1989.

Who pays surf lifesaver?

Surf Life Saving Australia also operates Australia’s largest lifeguard service, contracting to local government and other coastal land managers. Additional income is sourced through community donations, fundraising and corporate sponsorship. SLSA is a foundation member of the International Life Saving Federation (ILS).

What qualities are required to be a good surf life saver?

Surf lifesaving is about having fun, being physically fit, learning teamwork and aquatic safety skills, competing in surf sports, and providing a safe beach and aquatic environment for the community..

How many members do Surf Life Saving have?

75,000 members
Membership. Our 75,000 members are core to Surf Life Saving NSW, our history and our future.

Who started Surf Life Saving?

The origins of Surf Life Saving New South Wales, and indeed Australia, can be traced back to the actions of Mr William Gocher at Manly Beach in September 1902, defying the law of the time by bathing during the prohibited hours. As surf bathing grew in popularity, its dangers just as rapidly became apparent.