BROULEE SURFERS SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB

LAST EDITED SATURDAY 4th FEBRUARY 2012

Notice January 31, 2012: Club Revamp a Huge Success

Thanks to the efforts of the Tooheys New Crew, and with a massive helping hand from the local community,
our club has had a huge facelift.
A new coat of paint, plus new posts, bearers and railings on the deck has done wonders.
Thank you all so much.
What a wonderful community we have.
Many who helped out were not members of the club - they just came forward in our hour of need.
Thank you to the tradies who left their various jobs to help the club out.
Thank you to the BMPCA for rallying support for this project and for many of you coming down and lending a hand.
Thank you to all the businesses who gave their support with services and materials.
Thank you all!!!

Notice January 31, 2012: Businesses Who Gave the Club a Hand

I am compiling a list of Businesses who gave their services or materials free or at cost to help out the Club last week.
Can you all send me your contact details please - correct name of the business, web link, email address and phone numbers.
I would like to include them in a forthcoming Notice to members.

Notice January 31, 2012: Cause For Concern

After such a positive week, it is disappointing to have to broach this next subject.
However, I have been very concerned and disappointed with the manner in which our club equipment
and facilities are treated by some members.
My concerns are shared by others and the issue came to a head recently.
I would like to share with you exerts from an email from a club member that I received recently.

"I need to voice an opinion on the way all the club gear is being treated.
I had patrol this morning and taking gear down to the beach in the ATV and looking for rescue boards that don't have something missing
on them or smashed tails or dings is becoming a joke to say the least, the gear shed itself looked like a bomb hit it with wetsuits
lying on the ground, hats, shorts you name it and it looks very unprofessional. .............
I am not a whinger at all and I don't like being the one to cause a storm but if we as the seniors of the club
don't stand up and bring this to a halt, the clubs future will be in jeopardy.
My family and..[others]... are enjoying every minute we spend at the club and away events and we are all prepared to put a lot of time
and effort into the club to see it grow and become a club of the future, but when you open the doors of the shed and see crap all over
the place and trashed boards in the racks, or the patrol trailer with gear just thrown in on top of one another, one of the new rescue
bodyboards with a little hole from a sign thrown on top of it ...............
Sponsors will be].... very reluctant ... to spend the money on something that will be neglected.......
I [and others] can back you 110% in bringing much needed discipline back to Broulee Surfers SLSC. .............
ATV incidents could [be]....prevented by people who do have the accreditations to stand up and say NO TICKET NO DRIVE ...........
It should not matter what your last name is or who he or she is if you break a rule to these extents then you should be dealt with
seriously so as other people in the club don't think its ok to destroy very expensive life saving equipment. I am very very annoyed about the gear and the way it is being neglected and I know I have the support from other members to help you
Geoff as the president to turn this disrespect around and make our club a very well respected club."

All Active Club Members
* I agree 100% with the comments raised in this email.
Please, all of you - LOOK AFTER OUR GEAR!
* Our Clubhouse has just had a huge facelift - SO PLEASE LOOK AFTER IT!

Patrol Captains - it is up to you to ensure that equipment is looked after properly, that it is washed down and stored properly
after patrol, that the IRB is washed down properly and refuelled ready for the next patrol or call out, that the ATV is washed down
properly (including removing and washing under the seats) and refuelled if necessary.
It is also up to you to ensure that no one drives the ATV or the IRB if they are not qualified to do so.
You have been placed in a position of responsibility because of your maturity, experience and training - please use it!

Notice January 31, 2012: Club Captain Steps Down

Owing to family and work pressures, Gabi Smith has decided to step down as our Club Captain.
Thank you Gabi for the work you have done in this difficult and demanding club executive position. Gabi will remain on the Committee as Vice Club Captain and Anthony Griffiths will step up to the role of Club Captain.
Thanks Anthony.

Notice January 31, 2012: Joint Branch Mollymook Carnival, Saturday / Sunday 11th and 12th February.

The first senior carnival of the season will be held on Saturday afternoon 11th February at Mollymook Beach.
All are welcome to come and compete, the more the merrier!
The Junior Carnival will be held the following morning Sunday 12th February.

Notice January 31, 2012: Record Numbers In the Sunday Swim Handicap - Every Sunday 9.30am Sharp

A record field of 34 swimmers competed in last Sundays Swim Handicap in perfect swimming conditions.
Anita Doughty has shot to the lead on the point score, but the handicapper might add some extra weight for the next meet.
Because of increasing numbers (which is great) - for safety reasons - can every swimmer please ensure they register with Barb
before the start.
We must have you ticked off before the start so that we know everyone has finished.
Come on down for a swim, every Sunday, all welcome (for insurance reasons all swimmers must be a member
of a SLSC - note BSSLSC Associate membership is just $25).

Notice January 31, 2012: Broulee Bay to Breakers Ocean Swim 11th March 2012.

Get your entries in now!!!
Free T-Shirt to the first 100 entries.
Do you know a swimmer who might be interested?
If so, send them the link.
http://oceanswim.brouleesurfersslsc.org.au/

Notice January 31, 2012: Reminders

• 2012 SLS NSW State Championships, Friday 9th March - Sunday 11th March. Cudgen Headlands.
  If you are interested in competing please email Scott Elliott (simone@netspeed.com.au).
• Upcoming Local Carnival Dates - The Keep Jack At Broulee Campaign Begins Soon
  
  • 11th / 12th February 2012 Sat/Sun FSC / SC Branch Carnival Mollymook
  • 19th February 2012 Sunday Senior Carnival Pambula
  • 4th March 2012 Sunday Senior Carnival Batemans Bay
  • 18th March 2012 Sunday Senior Branch Championships Carnival Tathra
  • 1st April 2012 Sunday Junior Carnival Narooma

Notice January 19, 2012: Nippers to restart Sunday 29th January

Nippers to restart Sunday 29th January

Notice January 19, 2012: 2012 Sunday Summer Surf Swim Series (Handicap)

Every Sunday 9.30am Sharp.
21 swimmers enjoyed a little more challenging swim last Sunday.
Those who managed to crack a wave had a good ride back to the beach.
New boy Dan Jones swam at a cracking pace and hauled in the improving Emma Grayson & Mal Mann, but couldn't catch first timers
Sue Lindsay, Greg Sparrius, Anita Doughty and Emma Kennedy.
The Handicapper will bring them all back to the field next Sunday.
Congratulations to all those first timers - great effort.
This Sunday should be an opportunity to clock up good points as many regulars will be away in Tathra for the Wharf to Waves.
Results & Handicap Attached Here:

Notice January 19, 2012: Bronze Medallion Course Commencing Soon

BSSLSC will be holding another Bronze Medallion Course over coming weeks.
If you are interested, or know someone who would like to complete this course,
please contact either our Training Coordinator, Shane Madden at sgmmossy@yahoo.com.au
or our Chief Instructor, Mick Lambert at m.lambert@aapt.net.au (ASAP).

Notice January 19, 2012: Casey's Beach Swim

Roz Odgers (who swam in our handicap last season) and a small group of swimmers regularly swim at Casey's Beach from 7.30 am.
The distance is around 1k.
If any one would like to train at Batemans Bay, they are most welcome to join in.

Notice January 19, 2012: Assessor Course and a Training Officer Course

Michelle Bootes is planning to run an Assessor Course (min age 18yrs)
and a Training Officer Course (min age 16yrs) if there is enough interest.
If you would like to do either or both courses or just find out more about them please contact me on 64953375
or via email at fsceducation@gmail.com

Notice January 12, 2012: George Bass News

A great effort from both crews - well done.
Congratulations!
See attached reports.
Broulee GB 2012 (.pdf, 42Kb)
Broulee GB Summary (.pdf, 1254Kb)

Notice January 12, 2012: Bistro News

Spread the word - the Bistro is open every Friday night through summer.
Sue & Claudia, and their team of willing workers, are putting together some wonderful salads
- add a steak or a piece of salmon and what a meal.
No better value in town!

Notice January 12, 2012: Bronze Medallion Course Commencing Soon

BSSLSC will be holding another Bronze Medallion Course over coming weeks.
If you are interested, or know someone who would like to complete this course, please contact (ASAP)
either our Training Coordinator, Shane Madden at sgmmossy@yahoo.com.au
or our Chief Instructor, Mick Lambert at m.lambert@aapt.net.au.

Notice January 12, 2012: 2012 Sunday Summer Surf Swim Series (Handicap)

The summer swim handicap series began last Sunday with 19 swimmers enjoying perfect conditions.
Who will get their name on the trophy this year?
The handicapper has struck hard in some cases, and given others a 'leg up', so we should see some close finishes this Sunday.
New swimmers are welcome, however for insurance purposes, you must be a financial club member of a SLS Club (Active or Social.
- BSSLSC Social Membership is just $25).

Notice January 12, 2012: Roman Dance night at the Surf Club with the Nashberries

The Roman Dance night at the Surf Club with the Nashberries was a huge success last Saturday night.
Well done Social Committee.
Thank you!

Notice January 12, 2012: Broulee Mossy Point Community Association News

Attached Email "Broulee Mossy Point Updates & Thanks".
See attached email: Broulee - Mossy Point Updates(.pdf, 565Kb)

Notice January 4, 2012: Reminders

• Broulee Bay to Breakers Ocean Swim.
  Get your entries in now.
  Entries can be made on the swim website: Ocean Swim Website
• SLSNSW Country Championships - South West Rocks Friday 13th and Saturday 14th January.
  If you are interested in competing please forward your details to Scott Elliott
  (simone@netspeed.com.au).
• 2012 SLS NSW State Championships, Friday 9th March - Sunday 11th March. Cudgen Headlands.
  If you are interested in competing please email Scott Elliott (simone@netspeed.com.au).

Notice December 29, 2011: 2012 Allphones Surf Life Saving NSW State Championships, Friday 9th March - Sunday 11th March

The NSW State Championships will be held at Cudgen Headlands.
If you are interested in competing please email Scott Elliott (simone@netspeed.com.au).
We need to know numbers as soon as possible so we can nominate officials as required.

Notice December 29, 2011: Broulee Bay to Breakers Ocean Swim

Get your entries in now.
Entries can be made on the swim website: Ocean Swim Website

Notice December 23, 2011: Big Switch

ActewAGL, who just recently contributed $5000 for the club redevelopment project, have representatives in the Broulee area
promoting their current electricity offer, the "Big Switch".
The Big Switch offers any NSW residential customer who switches their services to ActewAGL
a saving of $100 each year for the next two years!
This is a tremendous offer well worth considering!!!
For more information and contact details, see the pdf flyers attached.
ActewAGL Switching (.pdf, 126Kb)
ActewAGL Big Switch (.pdf, 950Kb)

Notice December 23, 2011: Broulee Bay to Breakers Ocean Swim

Entries are starting to flow in for the inaugural Broulee Bay to Breakers Ocean Swim on 11 March 2012.
The cost of entry is $40 and includes a shirt, silicon swim cap and great prizes.
Entries can be made on the swim website: Ocean Swim Website
Prizes of $300 for the first place in the open and $100 for winners in other age sections.
These sections include under 16, under 19, open, over 30, over 40, over 50 and over 60.
There are lots or random gift vouchers and prizes to give away.
There is a prize for the fastest Broulee patrol person to complete the swim.
We are still looking for sponsors for the event and you can get sponsors for yourself to cover entry fees.
I am also seeking a current or former marquee swimmer to swim in the event
and if you know someone that fits this category please let me know.
Enter now and don't miss out on your age group filling up.
Gary J Pettigrove, Coordinator
gjpettigrove@live.com.au
Mobile: 0417 069 826

Notice December 23, 2011: Nippers Win Bermagui Carnival

Congratulations to our Nippers for their great performance at Bermagui.
Well done!

Notice December 16, 2011: Please Lock The Gate

A reminder to all - Council have requested that the gate to the club grounds be kept closed and locked at night.
Can all Patrol Captains, Trainers & Coaches ensure the gate is closed & locked
(not just the chain dangling through the latch) after you have completed your activities please.

Notice December 6, 2011: Five Broulee Crews Make the Finals at Corrimal

See report here: Corrimal SCBS (.pdf, 81Kb)

Notice December 3, 2011: Thankyou to 'Surf The Bay'

Special thanks to Tim Lassau and 'Surf the Bay' Surf School for their donation of a new Nipper Board to the club.
Our Nippers have grown in number enormously this summer and we are in need of many new boards.
This contribution helps us on our way.

Notice December 3, 2011: Broulee U19 Crew Win At Mollymook

See report here: Broulee Under-19 Surfboat Win (.pdf, 54Kb)

Notice December 3, 2011: Update from Katherine Waterhouse - Our BSSLSC Girl In Vietnam

"I was asked by my Austraining program managers to start blogging on their website...
and they've just uploaded my first few offerings...in case you're short of material in a newsletter in future,
or just for amusement's sake, feel free to include!
http://volunteering.austraining.com.au/blog/katherine
Hope all is going well.
Sounds like the club's deck is a major headache - am keeping fingers crossed all goes smoothly with its resurrection!"
(Love hearing from you Kat - your blog is an interesting and amusing read)