Latest News & Updates

Written by Sawtell SLSC on March 28, 2021

Congratulations to everyone who participated in, and contributed to, this year’s event, organised by Sawtell Surf Life Saving Club. It was a glorious morning, met with blue sky and sun, and followed by lots of smiles and healthy fun for […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on March 26, 2021

The Coffs Ocean Swims event will be going ahead as planned this Sunday, 28th March. It’s not too late to enter – online entries close at 3pm on Saturday (27th March). Enter HERE. And enjoy a morning at the beach […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on February 26, 2021

Congratulations to Arla Aspden and Angus Waugh in being awarded Sawtell Junior Lifesaver of the Year for 2021. See the article in the local news newspaper – News of the Area https://www.newsofthearea.com.au/sawtell-junior-lifesavers-of-the-year-announced-64817

Written by Sawtell SLSC on July 6, 2020

All members please note that the AGM will be on Sunday 12 July 20 at 10am, at the Club.

Written by Sawtell SLSC on June 16, 2020

Update: Sawtell SLSC is now a COVID19-safe Business. All members and visitors, please note that Mr Peter Hirth has accepted the role of Covid19 Coordinator.  We ask that all members and visitors heed his instructions where provided. Your cooperation and patience […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on March 18, 2020

Unfortunately, the Beachside Radiology Coffs Ocean swims have been cancelled for 2020, due the coronavirus pandemic. As of Monday, March 16, 2020 the Federal Government has issued a warning advising people to avoid mass gatherings of 500+ people in an […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on February 3, 2020

When Sunday 9am, 9th February 2020; Course duration is 8 weeks. Where At Sawtell Training Room. Cost $175, includes 2 years membership, manual, patrol uniform and certificate/medallion. Notes Candidates must do 400m swim unaided for 9 minutes; Must be 15 or […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on January 29, 2020

Thank you to Andy Manning and Ruth Phillipou from Willaid Healthcare Solutions for supplying our new first aid room with this ‘Comfort Chair’ for providing first aid. Willaid provide high quality heathcare equipment and daily living aids to assist people […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on January 26, 2020

This year the event is being organised by Sawtell Surf Lifesaving Club. Support the Club and your local community by entering here. Or if you’re not participating in the Swims but are willing to assist on the day in any capacity […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on January 23, 2020

Written by Sawtell SLSC on December 27, 2019

Sawtell SLSC’s Sheena McTackett and Leanne Stuart recently worked with a group of CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) women and talked to them about beach safety & water awareness.  It was a powerful & rewarding experience for the women; being […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on December 8, 2019

Sawtell Surf Club and Off Harbour City Council have collaborated to trial the placement of six rescue-tube stations along Sawtell Beach to enable willing-and-able members of the public to perform a rescue in the event of seeing a swimmer in trouble.    The […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on November 4, 2019

Its on again!    Sawtell Summer Sessions begin on Saturday 09 Nov 19 kicking off a season of street parties, music, entertainment and community fun.

Written by Sawtell SLSC on November 4, 2019

Coffs Harbour’s Jetty Beach again hosted the first carnival of the season and Sawtell Nippers and parents were very happy to use the new BCU-sponsored shade tents for protection from the sun.   It was a little windy on the beach […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on September 28, 2019

Girlfit recently celebrated  its 10th Birthday with a Gala Ball held in the Princess Room at Sawtell RSL.    Over $3000 was raised on the evening with a raffle and silent auction – these proceeds were donated to Sawtell Surf […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on September 23, 2019

The Coffs Coast Dragon Boat Club has very generously donated $600 to Sawtell SLSC following their recent regatta where Sawtell SLSC provided IRB support.   Thank you Dragon-boaters and what a fabulous logo! Heres a blurb from the Coffs Coast Dragon Boat […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on September 5, 2019

Congratulations Sean Golding SLSNSW 2019 Coach of the Year

Written by Sawtell SLSC on August 27, 2019

Club committee members Sheena Mctackett and Leanne Stuart were recently presented with a cheque for $1000 from the Sawtell Team from McGrath Real Estate. This is part of their community benefit program – working together to create great communities. Thankyou McGrath […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on July 20, 2019

Sawtell SLSC wishes to advise both members and visitors to our beach that Due to construction of a new rescue room, commencing Monday 22nd July 2019 at Sawtell SLSC, there will be no  access from Fourth Ave onto the beach […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on July 8, 2019

Sawtell Amateur Deep Sea and Beach Rock and Estuary Fishing Club president Geoff Britten presenting Sawtell SLSC member Leanne Stuart with a cheque for $1650. They are a family orientated fishing club and donate funds they have raised from selling […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on April 28, 2019

Thank you to our Junior Lifesavers of the Year Mia McKeon & Mitchell Hickey proudly representing our club at the Sawtell RSL ANZAC day service. ‘Remembering all who have served and died in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations and […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on April 10, 2019

Venue: SAWTELL RSL CLUB Date: Saturday 18 MAY 2019 Time: 6.00 pm for a 6.30 pm start   SEAFOOD BUFFET DINNER: $25 Per Head MEMBERS,   $40 Per Head NON MEMBERS CHILDREN (U14) $20 Per Head RSVP by 12 May […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on March 12, 2019

Surf Life Saving NSW is pleased to offer places in the upcoming Training Officer Certificate (TOC) course at Port Macquarie to members interested in becoming training officers in their clubs and branches. Members who may be interested in becoming a certified Training […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on March 13, 2018

From 02 – 11 March 18, Surf Life Saving NSW, with support from Your Local Club, hosted the NSW State Championships – again at Swansea Belmont’s Blacksmith’s Beach.  The event attracted over 6000 competitors, many of whom were either chasing medals, beating […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on October 13, 2017

The Coolangatta Gold is an annual surf-sports event hosted at Queeensland’s Coolangatta SLSC.   The event is “one of the most challenging endurance races in surf sports”.   The entire event however comprises 3 separate races: The ‘Short Course’ – […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on October 9, 2017

Sawtell Surf Club is very fortunate to receive tremendous support from the Sawtell RSL.   The grant from the RSL, almost $10 000, funds essential training and rescue equipment to enable the Club to provide lifesaving services to the community.   Thank […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on July 21, 2017

Please refer to the Education and Training page under ‘Lifesaving’.

Written by Sawtell SLSC on July 7, 2017

Below is a copy of the letter of congratulation from SLSNSW to Sawtell SLSC, for meeting the operational and administrative requirements of the Quality Club Program to Bronze level.  Special thanks to Steve Foster.     Letter to Sawtell SLSC […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on June 28, 2017

  Sawtell winners at Branch Presentation with awards for: Patrol Efficiency, Point-score Competition, Gear Inspection; Rookie of the Year – Kate Murray (overall point-score); Coach of the Year – Greg Russell; U19 Female Champ – Grace Foster; U15 Female Champ – […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on June 28, 2017

Sawtell’s Scott Rayson presented with certificate of appreciation for contribution in the search for missing swimmer at Pebbly beach in April 2017.   Certificate presented by North Coast Branch President Kerry Clancy  

Written by Sawtell SLSC on April 15, 2017

by Team Manager (and competitor) Sheena McTackett.      Sawtell were proud to field a team of 6 Youth competitors and 1 Masters competitor  in the Aussie Youth and Masters Titles at North Kirra Beach last weekend on 25-27 March. Aussie Youth is […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on April 3, 2017

Congratulations to all those members who participated in the recent Coffs Harbour Ocean Swims in what were very challenging conditions. Whilst all competitors did extremely well special mention should be made of four members who appear in the official listing of […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on April 3, 2017

Very exciting news!    Sawtell SLSC has been successful in its application for grant-funds to commence refurbishment of the ageing clubhouse.   A total of $400 000 has been secured thus far which will allow Stage 1 of the refurbishment […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on March 6, 2017

Exciting news Sawtell has won Top Country Club at 2017 NSW SLS Champs – 9 MEDALS IN OUR TALLY Congratulations and well done to all our competitors and families who travelled to Swansea Belmont for the State’s premier surf event. […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on February 19, 2017

Nipper Parents. The Annual General Meeting for Sawtell Nippers was held 12Mar17…   …And the various office holders who were elected for the various positions will be posted shortly.  However, there were several positions that were not filled at that time […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on October 5, 2016

Proficiency Dates: Sunday, 20/11/2016 @ 8am Sunday, 11/12/2016 @ 8am   Information for practical elements is as follows: Proficiency Work Card- 2016 Please print and bring with you on your chosen date. This season, all members who are wishing to […]

Written by Sawtell SLSC on August 4, 2016

Sawtell SLSC has recently achieved Bronze Level Status in the Surf Life Saving NSW Quality Club Program. Media Release – Quality Cub Bronze  Sawtell has been recognised for the high quality services its team of hard working volunteers provides to Club members and […]