The inflatable rescue boat (IRB) has been the workhorse of rescuing and string-line setting work for since the 70’s and not a lot has changed recently. The two-stroke engines commonly used by SLSCs on their IRBs are now banned from sale in Australia, due to their polluting performance. SLS has an exemption of some sort,… Continue reading
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Line in the sand: No future for fossil fuel sponsors in surf lifesaving
In the other parts of our website you can read about why climate change is a threat to surf lifesavers, our clubrooms and beachgoers. There are now over 5000 surf lifesavers, nipper parents and supporters who have signed our petition demanding Woodside get off our children’s bodies! SIGN THE “Free the Nippers” PETITION HERE Surf… Continue reading
Climate Action Motions for your AGM & Director Duties
AGM Motions Annual General Meetings are coming up and it’s time to get involved in your club committee. One other important action can be proposing motions for your club to pass at the AGM. A motion can provide the incoming committee with a mandate to act and advocate in regard to climate change. Some ideas… Continue reading
Electric ATV on patrol?
Electrification of mobility is a essential step in reduction of carbon emissions and will have benefits for surf life saving members and beachgoers. Electric vehicles have much fewer moving parts and less maintenance requirements. An electric ATV will simply be plugged in to a 10 amp power point overnight to charge. Whilst they may have… Continue reading
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