Murray Bridge Life Saving Club endorsed to be a “Club” affiliated with SLSSA

In exciting news, the Board of SLSSA have endorsed the Murray Bridge Life Saving Club to be a “Club” affiliated with SLSSA under the category of Probationary Affiliation, the first of its kind here in South Australia.

This is an important first for our organisation as we look to achieve our vision of zero preventable drowning deaths in South Australian waters. Importantly this step helps us to realise the strategic ambitions we have to achieve zero preventable drowning deaths, grow our active membership, enable every child across the state to access training, education and water safety and move to be the most trusted brand in SA.

The River Murray is an identified blackspot for drowning, but was also recently part of the widespread flooding through a lot of our State. The significance of the establishment of this Club not only allows us to fiercely pursue our vision and agreed strategy, but it allows us to be better prepared as an Emergency Service to have increased capability and capacity at times of flooding and natural disasters. The Murray is open and flowing water and so the qualification framework and awards are as per our existing policies and frameworks.

The Murray Bridge LSC demonstrated they had far exceeded the requirements for probationary affiliation, some of which included;

• Establishing and endorsing a Club Constitution

• Having an active and effective Board of Directors

• Registered their business name and ABN, achieved Incorporated Status and registered with ACNC

• Established bank accounts

• Generating income, including fundraising and sponsorship

• Having the full support of the Council and elected Members to establish this Club and be a critical part of their community going forward

• Successfully delivered rippers to 75 children in their first summer and 87 in their second year

• A Membership list of approximately 100 members

• Volunteer members holding a number of SLS awards (BM, SRC, Trainer, etc) with another 12 to undertake training

• Identified and negotiated a space to utilise as their “clubrooms” as needed

• Were the inaugural winners for the inland State Championships with 35 competitors travelling to Lake Bonney

Probationary Affiliation at this stage of the Murray Bridge Life Saving Club journey gives them the greatest chance of success and sustainability. Importantly, the Board and membership base includes surf life savers, old and current members and so they have a good sense of what is needed and when.

We know you will join with us in congratulating the Murray Bridge Life Saving Club and their dedicated team of volunteers, they have achieved so much in a short period of time.

Surf Life Saving SA team up with Revo Fitness in new landmark partnership

Surf Life Saving South Australia and Revo Fitness announce landmark partnership unveiling new “Revo Nippers” program

Surf Life Saving South Australia (SLSSA) and Revo Fitness have announced a landmark partnership, with Revo to become the naming rights partner of the SLSSA Nippers program and presenting partner of the Junior State Championships for the next three years.

Launching in July 2025 and running until at least 2028, Revo Fitness will contribute nearly half a million dollars over the next three years towards supporting SLSSA and the next generation of surf lifesavers through the Revo Nippers program.

With nearly 9,000 members, SLSSA provides critical emergency response and surf safety education to communities across the state, alongside the Nippers program which equips young Aussies aged five to thirteen with crucial beach safety skills and confidence in the water.

The funding will support almost 3,000 nippers currently enrolled across the 22 different surf lifesaving clubs in South Australia and bring new gear, including nipper boards, club marquees, and water safety clothing, to South Australia’s future lifesavers.

SLSSA CEO Damien Marangon said the partnership marks a significant investment into the future of beach safety and surf lifesaving across the state.

“We’re thrilled to announce our major partnership with Revo Fitness, whose substantial contribution will allow us to keep South Australian beaches safe by nurturing the next generation of surf lifesavers,” said Mr Marangon.

“For many years, the iconic Nippers program has been instrumental in empowering children with essential beach safety skills and knowledge while fostering an active and inclusive community. This partnership enables us to expand and strengthen the Nippers program by providing our clubs with increased resources and new equipment to support its continued success.

“We’re proud to join forces with an organisation that shares our values and supports our mission of zero preventable deaths in South Australian waters. Together, we’re investing in a healthier, safer future for our communities.”

Revo Fitness Founder and Managing Director Andrew Holder said that the decision to partner with SLSSA was driven by the synergies between both organisations’ commitment to giving back to the local South Australian community.

“This partnership was an easy decision for us. We’re all about making fitness accessible, inclusive, and safe for the community and SLSSA has the same vision but at the beach and in the water,” said Mr Holder.

“Revo Nippers is more than just a partnership, it’s a real commitment to our local community, providing support where we can and creating meaningful social impact.

As a dad, I also understand the importance of teaching our kids essential water safety skills so we can all enjoy the great beaches and waterways we have – the Nippers program provides that vital service.”

Revo Fitness and SLSSA are committed to ensuring the continued growth of the Nippers program in South Australia, providing children across the community with access to high quality surf safety education and training.

Revo Nippers will officially roll out in season 2025-26, commencing in October 2025.