Rescue of grateful kayakers earns club third place in BP Rescue of the Month

Posted by Administrator on Thursday, January 23, 2020

Volunteer Surf Lifeguards from Whangamata Surf Life Saving Club had packed up for the day when they were alerted to a double kayak with two people on board that had capsized approximately 500m offshore.

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Red hot conditions for Surf Lifeguards

Posted by Administrator on Thursday, January 23, 2020

A massive Red Beach contingent will be hoping to recreate some history at Surf Life Saving NZ’s Eastern Regional Championships in Mount Maunganui this weekend.

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Far North beach snorkelling rescue a 'proud dad moment'

Posted by Administrator on Thursday, January 23, 2020

Jack Clarke didn't think twice when he spotted two snorkellers in trouble in a rip. The 15-year-old had been a qualified lifeguard for just a year when he plunged into the water at Tapotupotu Beach in the Far North to reach the struggling men

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Between the Flags: Try and guess lifeguards' day jobs

Posted by Administrator on Tuesday, January 21, 2020

Lifeguards are simply ordinary Kiwis, doing extraordinary things in their spare time. They are busy police officers, surgeons, teachers, students and tradies. They come from all walks of life with a united desire to help others.

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BP launches public funding campaign as new figures show summer beach drownings up 71% on last year

Posted by Administrator on Monday, January 20, 2020

Today, BP has announced the return of its campaign, Every Litre Counts, to help keep New Zealand beaches safe. For every litre of fuel sold at BP retail sites nationwide before Sunday 16 February, BP will make a donation to Surf Life Saving New Zealand (SLSNZ).

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