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Surf Life Saving bracing for busy beaches as heli services return to the skies

Surf Life Saving WA’s (SLSWA) state government funded Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopters will return to the skies this Saturday, 5 September as SLSWA predict an increase in beachgoers due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. “When COVID-19 restrictions were first introduced in March, we saw people flock to our beaches as…

WA’s surf lifesavers recognised in online awards ceremony

New jet ski to patrol local beaches this summer

Trigg Island Surf Life Saving Club is gearing up for the coming patrol season as they took possession of their first jet ski this week. Trigg Island Surf Life Saving Club President Dan Humble said the new jet ski was a fantastic asset not just for the club but for…

Shark sightings up as helicopter patrols finish for the season

With a 16% increase in shark sightings and a resulting 20% increase in beach closures, Surf Life Saving WA’s (SLSWA) Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service (opens in a new tab) (WLRHS) continues to demonstrate the vital role it plays in protecting beach goers and…

Fishermen swept off rocks in Margaret River

At approximately 8.30 am on Saturday 25 April, Surf Life Saving WA’s south west Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter (WLRH) was contacted by the WA Police advising they had received a report that two fishermen had been swept off rocks near Contos Beach, approximately ten kilometres south of Margaret River.

Surf Life Saving WA announces new facility in Margaret River

Surf Life Saving WA (SLSWA) has announced the acquisition of property in Margaret River which will see them establish an operational base and development centre in the south west. Surf Life Saving WA President, Craig Smith-Gander said the approximately 1 hectare property located on Railway Terrace will provide the ideal…

Beach sense urged ahead of Easter long weekend

With warm weather forecast over the coming Easter long weekend, Surf Life Saving WA is urging West Australians to be sensible and heed state government advice if heading to the beach over the coming days. “We are fortunate that our beaches are still open, but that will only remain the…

Beach patrols to continue amidst Coronavirus crisis

Surf Life Saving WA have announced that beach patrols will continue across WA beaches to maintain public safety and prevent drownings as the state comes to grips with the growing Coronavirus crisis. While many people are self-isolating and public gatherings of more than 500 people in outdoor spaces have been…