Functional Area / Department Service, Activities and Programs Status Current Advice and Information
Lifesaving and Emergency Operations Club Patrols ✅ Active Club patrols commence 11 October 2025. Club Emergency Response Teams remain on standby.
Emergency Operations Group (EOG) ✅ Active Ready to respond 24/7; capable of deploying to incidents as required.
Surf Sports Trainings ✅ Active Continue to follow latest advice provided by State Government.

Current advice: beaches remain open, and surf sports training is permitted to continue.

As always, a risk assessment must be completed prior to any training activity using the Surf Risk Rating app.

In addition to assessing the overall risk rating, please avoid training in areas where the water appears discoloured or foamy, as this may indicate unsafe conditions.

Participants should also be monitored closely for any signs or symptoms of illness following exposure.
Carnivals and Events ✅ Active Proceeding as planned; situation is being monitored closely and we continue to follow the latest advice from the State Government.

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Nippers Nippers ✅ Active Proceeding as planned; situation is being monitored closely and we continue to follow the latest advice from the State Government.

CLICK HERE to find out more about the iconic Nippers program.
Community Programs VACSWIM ✅ Active Enrolments for the 2025/26 program open September 1.

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Community Surf Rescue Courses ✅ Active Currently available.

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CALD Water Safety Programs ✅ Active Proceeding as planned; situation is being monitored closely and we continue to follow the latest advice from the State Government.
Surf Babies ✅ Active Enrolments to open in late 2025.

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Surf Education ✅ Active Currently available. If you would like to inquire about having a Surf Education program at your school, email Craig Potgieter or call 8354 6900.
Member Training and Assessment Awards and Training ✅ Active Continue to follow latest advice provided by State Government.

Current advice: beaches remain open, training and skills maintenance activities can continue, however Clubs are encouraged to limit in-water training activities during winter due to water temperature.

As always, a risk assessment must be completed prior to any training activity using the Surf Risk Rating app.

In addition to assessing the overall risk rating, please avoid areas where the water appears discoloured or foamy, as this may indicate unsafe conditions.

Participants should also be monitored closely for any signs or symptoms of illness following exposure.

CLICK HERE for more information on Members Education.
Proficiencies ✅ Active Proceeding as planned; situation is being monitored closely and we continue to follow the latest advice from the State Government.
Club and Member Development Lifesaving Development Camp ✅ Active Scheduled as planned for 14th - 19th December 2025.
Youth Development Camp ✅ Active Scheduled as planned for 20th - 22nd April 2026.