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Caves Beach Surf Lifesaving Club

Locality: Caves Beach

Address: 127 Caves Beach Road 2281 Caves Beach, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.cavesslsc.com.au

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24.01.2022 NIPPERS NEWS A reminder that Nippers kicks off tomorrow. - U13 and U14 at 8am... - U9, U10, U11 and U12 at 9.30am Our registrar Caitlin will be there for any registrations and our clothing coordinator Lee will be there for cap and rashie collection. Please check social media in the morning for any changes due to inclement weather. A text message will also be sent notifying any changes.

24.01.2022 PROVIDE FIRST AID / CPR COURSE THIS SATURDAY Caves Beach SLSC will be holidng a Provide First Aid/CPR course this Saturday 10th October 2020, at 9am. Please use the link below to enrol in the course. ... https://enrol.alt.edu.au/12/0.ashx?from.t=10&from.d=944 If you have any questions, please contact our Education Manager Mitch Lobston on 0439 060 106 or [email protected]

21.01.2022 OFFICIALS COURSE COMING UP Caves Beach SLSC will be holding an Officials Course on Thursday 22nd April at 6pm, upstairs in the clubhouse. No prior experience is required and it's a great way to support the club and help out at Carnivals.... We would love to see members from all sections participate in this course and assist the club in building our official numbers. Please register your attendance via email [email protected]. The officials course involves both an online and face to face component, with the online component to be completed before the face to face course. Once you have registered via email, further instructions will be sent regarding the online component and how to complete it. There is a cost associated with this course, however on successful accreditation the club will reimburse you the fee paid. Should you have any questions please contact [email protected]

20.01.2022 HAPPY SUNDAY It was another great day for Nippers at Caves Beach today. The weather looked ominous, but the rain held off and we had a great start to the season for our U9s to U14s. A big shout out to our fantastic group of U14s who commenced their last season of Nippers today. They're such a wonderful group of young people who support the club and each other and we're very proud of them.... And a big thank you to our wonderful Age Managers, Water Safety and parents. You make it all happen. See you on the beach.

20.01.2022 SKI TRAINING / COACHING SESSION THIS SUNDAY 28TH MARCH Our Ski Captain Paul Carter is hosting a Surf Ski Training/Coaching Session this Sunday 28th of March at Salts Bay. The session will kick off at 10.30am and is open to all club members (including parents, juniors and others) who would like to give ski paddling a try. ... Equipment will be made available for use on the day, including double skis, single skis and paddles. If you've ever wanted to try out a surf ski or find out about ski paddling, this is the perfect opportunity. If you're interested in attending, please message Paul at [email protected] or on 0413 292 898, to ensure that he has enough gear available on the day.

20.01.2022 Pool rescue training is cancelled today due to the weather. It will be back on next Sunday at 9am.Pool rescue training is cancelled today due to the weather. It will be back on next Sunday at 9am.

19.01.2022 Swansea Belmont Carnival Entries Now Open Round 2 of the Newcastle Permanent series will be held at Swansea Belmont. All entries close with the club on Sun 1st November 2020 at 6pm to allow time for processing. Please be aware that only financial and proficient members are eligible to be entered.... The U11-U14 Carnival will be held on Sat 7th November 2020 at 9am and all entries are to be completed and paid for via the club website: https://www.cavesslsc.com.au/index.cfm The U15-Opens Carnival will be held on Sun 8th November 2020 at 3pm and all entries are to be completed and paid for via the club website: https://www.cavesslsc.com.au/index.cfm ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please also be aware that the club has received the following advice from HSLS regarding the SLSNSW State Champ for 2020-21: "State champs are a while away yet and we have many things to worry about before then. However, we have been informed that if SLSNSW are able to run state champs competitors will have to qualify to take part .At this stage qualifciation will be required for all age groups and races. As it is likely that we will need to take into account result at our three Newcastle Permanent carnivals & the Envirobank Elite Series between now and the end of the year as part of that selection, in case our Branch championships are held after entries close. We wanted to let the clubs know so you can be communicating this to your members sooner rather than later. We are working on a selection policy for this, to be sent out to clubs and members and communication will go out across all channels in due course." All competitors competing in any Hunter Branch Carnival (including Opens & Masters) MUST wear a Newcastle Permanent High Visibility Pink Singlet. If competitors are found at Marshalling or the start line to not have a NPBS singlet on, they will be asked to change into a NPBS singlet or removed from the event. Please ensure the NPBS logo is visible on the singlets. For further carnival information senior competitors please contact Troy Grieves on 0437 931 500 and junior competitors please contact Lee Ingram on 0416 013 351

19.01.2022 AUSSIES 2021 - SUNSHINE COAST QLD Just a reminder that entries for the SLSA Championships in April, close with Caves Beach SLSC next Monday 22nd March at 6pm. Don't forget to get your entry in, if you're keen to attend. Enter online at:... https://www.cavesslsc.com.au/events See more

18.01.2022 Nippers today... We're keeping an eye on the storms and will decide by 4.30pm, whether Nippers will go ahead tonight.Nippers today... We're keeping an eye on the storms and will decide by 4.30pm, whether Nippers will go ahead tonight.

17.01.2022 VIRTUAL BONDI 2 BRONTE SWIM - KIDS CANCER PROJECT FUNDRAISER Stephen, one of our U14 Nippers, is doing the virtual Bondi 2 Bronte swim - 2.2km - this year. ... As part of the event, he's fundraising for The Kids' Cancer Project and is hoping to raise $1 for every metre that he swims. If you're able to support his fundraising efforts in any way by donating, it would be greatly appreciated. Go Stevie, Go Caves. https://bondi-2-bronte.raisely.com/stephen-carcary

16.01.2022 IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER WITH CBSLSC With U9 to U14 Nippers starting this Sunday and U6 to U8 Nippers starting next Friday 30th Oct 2020, it's time to ensure you are a financial member for the 2020-21 season. Please be reminded that you cannot take part in any club-based activities such as Nippers, water safety, training or patrols unless you are a financial member. The best way to complete your 2020-21 membership, is via the SLSA Member Portal - full details can be foun...d here: https://www.cavesslsc.com.au/memberbenefits If you are having trouble registering online, our Registrar Caitlin will be down the club to assist and take regos on: - Sunday 25th October 2020, 8am to 10.30am - Friday 30th October 2020, 5pm to 6pm Please be aware that strict COVID guidelines will apply and our preferred method of payment is eftpos. Lee our Clothing Coordinator will be in attendance as well, to hand out all pre ordered rash shirts and caps. If you still need to purchase rash shirts or caps, please do so via this link: https://www.cavesslsc.com.au/store Lee will also have a small amount of stock available to purchase, if you have not pre ordered. All swimwear purchases need to be done directly through Fashion Fish at: https://fashionfish.com.au/ We look forward to seeing you on the beach in 2020-21.

16.01.2022 SENIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS - ROUND 2 Round 2 of our Senior Club Championships is on tomorrow, Sunday 20th at Caves Beach. Events will kick off at 9am. This is open to all proficient bronze members, so come along for some friendly competition.

13.01.2022 Dont forget to get your swimwear orders in to Fashion Fish.

13.01.2022 REMINDER Carnival Entries close today at 6pm for the Swansea Belmont Carnival

13.01.2022 Due to the weather, Nippers has been cancelled for today Sunday 25/10. Caitlin will still be there if you need to register.Due to the weather, Nippers has been cancelled for today Sunday 25/10. Caitlin will still be there if you need to register.

13.01.2022 U11 to U14 Carnival at Nobbys tomorrow has been cancelled

13.01.2022 CARNIVAL INFORMATION - SATURDAY 7TH NOVEMBER @ SWANSEA BELMONT SLSC This Saturday's carnival will be running over 2 waves: - Carnival Wave 1 - U12s and U14s: Beach Flags will start at 7.30am with all other events starting at 8am... NOTE Beach must be cleared before 2nd wave can arrive or commence - Carnival Wave 2 - U11s & U13: Starts at 11am and they have asked that all U11 and U13s do not arrive before 10.30am due to COVID19 restrictions There will be sprint relays, board relays and swim teams for those age groups that have enough competitors. Age Managers will select teams on the day and their decision will be final. The club is not allowed to set up a tent at the carnival, so it would be a good idea to bring an umbrella for shade throughout the carnival. Please ensure competitors bring their Newcastle Permanent Rashie and Competitors Cap. Just a couple of reminders from Hunter SLS Everyone attending must check in via the link below or a QR Code displayed at the carnival and show confirmation screen to the volunteers before proceeding to the beach. Families are encouraged to print the QR code and have it in their cars, to reduce mingling around posters https://www.hsls.org.au/covid19More than one parent may attend the carnival. We do need to be ensuring we are socially distancing and maintaining more than 1.5m from anyone who is not part of your household. We also need to be mindful of the maximum crowd of 500 people. All competitors competing in any Hunter Branch Carnival MUST wear a Newcastle Permanent High Visibility Pink Singlet. If competitors are found at Marshalling or the start line to not have a NPBS singlet on, they will be asked to change into a NPBS singlet or removed from the event. Please ensure the NPBS logo is visible on the singlets.Once your events are over for the day please ensure you leave the competition area. Good luck to all of our competitors. We hope you have a fantastic day.

12.01.2022 REMINDER - JUNIOR SWIM PROFICIENCY SATURDAY 31 OCTOBER Our Junior Preliminary Evaluations are being held again this Saturday 31/10/2020 at Swansea Swim Centre. The times are as follows:... - Under 8's - 3pm - Under 9's - 3.30pm - Under 10's & Under 11's - 4pm - Under 12's, Under 13's & *Under 14's - 4.30. *Please note under 14's who have their SRC are not required to undertake the junior evaluations as they will participate in the senior proficiencies. Please be aware for nippers wishing to compete at carnivals or participate in board training there is also a Competition Evaluation that will need to be completed. (Board training is for under 9's and up only.) Covid Arrangements: In the current Covid-19 climate things will look a little different when you arrive at the pool for the Preliminary Evaluation. Please walk your child to the entrance, pay their entry fee and sign into the pools covid register via their QR Code - they will be their to assist you in doing this. We will then mark your child off and take them to complete their evaluation. Parents will not be permitted to enter the pool and we will be asking you to either return to your car or wait outside the building. Once your child has completed their evaluation, they will then be escorted out of the pool for you to collect from the grassed area at the front of the pool. Please be assured that your children will be fully supervised and looked after whilst they are completing their evaluation. Please make sure your children have their goggles and towels with them as they enter the pool. We ask that you please arrive at the correct time and please do not ask us to allow children from different age groups to complete their evaluations outside of the allocated times, as this will not be permitted. We need to adhere to the councils covid plan and the governments guidelines and to do this we need to manage our numbers and take accurate records. In case of inclement weather, a text message will be sent if we need to call off our evaluations. We will also post it on our social media. If you have any questions please contact us on [email protected]

10.01.2022 WOULD YOU LIKE THE BEST JOB ON THE BEACH Help our Nippers to develop new skills, build confidence and learn how to keep themselves and others safe in the surf and on the sand. All while they're having fun with family and friends. We are seeking volunteers for Age Managers this season for our U6, U7, U8 and U10 age groups.... All Age Managers will be provided with training and support. No previous knowledge or experience is required. If you're interested in becoming an Age Manager or have any questions please contact [email protected]

10.01.2022 REMINDER - CARNIVAL ENTRIES FOR U9's & U10's Our first carnival for Under 9s and Under 10s is coming up at Swansea Belmont SLSC on Sat 5th Dec 2020. Dont forget to get your entries in by Sunday 29/11/2020:... https://www.cavesslsc.com.au/index.cfm

09.01.2022 NIPPERS NEWS A reminder that Nippers kicks off tomorrow at 5.30pm for our U6's, U7's and U8's. When you arrive at the beach, please head directly to your childs age group flag. ... There will be measures in place to ensure we are covid safe. If you are unsure of requirements, please check with your Age Manager or our covid marshall. Our registrar will be there for any last minute regos and our clothing coordinator will be there for cap and rashie collection. We're hoping that the weather is kind to us, but in the case of inclement weather, please check social media and text messages for any changes. See you on the beach.

08.01.2022 The Coolangatta Gold comes to Caves !!! Congratulations to our enthusiastic team, who took part in the virtual Coolangatta Gold this morning. There were lots of smiles as they navigated the course, with some going solo and others taking on the challenge as part of a team.... A big thank you to Rob for organising and to our water safety, parents and sectional captains for their support. #VCG20 #GoCaves #TheFamilyClub

07.01.2022 Caves Beach SLSC will be holding a Provide First Aid/CPR course on Saturday 10th October 2020. To register for this course, please contact our Education Manager Mitch Lobston on 0439 060 106 or [email protected].

07.01.2022 ATTENTION ALL MEMBERS Are you interested in obtaining your SRC or Bronze Medallion this season? If so please contact Mitch Lobston on 0439 060 106 or [email protected] for further information ... These two courses will be starting within the next two weeks.

06.01.2022 NIPPERS NEWS - PRELIMINARY EVALUATION THIS SATURDAY Our Junior Preliminary Evaluations are being held again this Saturday 10/10/2020. The times are as follows: Under 8's - 2pm... Under 9's - 2.30pm Under 10's & Under 11's - 3.10pm Under 12's, Under 13's & *Under 14's 3.40pm * Please note under 14's who have their SRC are not required to undertake the Junior Preliminary Evaluations as they will participate in the senior proficiencies. Any Under 13's & 14's doing their SRC are welcome to do their timed swim. Please be aware for Nippers wishing to compete at carnivals or board training there is also a competition evaluation that will need to be completed.(Board training is for under 9's and up only.) In the current Covid-19 climate things will look a little different when you arrive at the pool for the preliminary evaluation. We are asking parents to walk your child to the entrance and pay their entry fee, you will also need to sign into the pools register via their QR code - they will be their to assist you in doing this. We will then mark your child off and take them to complete their evaluation. Parents will not be permitted to enter the pool and we will be asking you to either return to your car or wait outside the building. Once your child has completed their evaluation, they will be escorted out of the pool and we will ask you to collect them from the grassed area at the front of the pool. Please be assured that your children will be fully supervised and looked after whilst they are completing their evaluation. Please make sure your children have their goggles and towels with them as they enter the pool. We ask that you please turn up at the correct time and please do not ask us to allow children from different age groups to complete their evaluations outside of the allocated times as this will not be permitted. We need to adhere to the councils covid plan and the government guidelines and to do this we need to manage our numbers and take accurate records. If you have any questions please contact us on [email protected]

05.01.2022 CHRISTMAS NIPPERS Our last Nippers sessions for 2020 were fun days on the sand. Our Nippers enjoyed using some wonderful new equipment which the club was able to source, thanks to the support of the Swansea Lions Club. There was also a special guest appearance from the man in the red suit. Thank you to Swansea Lions Club for your ongoing support of Caves Beach SLSC.

05.01.2022 It's not too late to register for the 2020/21 Season. If you're interested in becoming a member of the Caves Beach Surf Lifesaving Club or are wanting to register for nippers, please head to https://cavesslsc.com.au/memberbenefits for information and online registration.

05.01.2022 STATE CHAMPS - MASTERS WRAP UP This weekend saw our Masters Competitors in action at the State Championships. The weather gods weren't kind to the competitors, with some particularly difficult conditions today, but our team took it all in their stride.... We had some amazing results over the weekend with top six finishes in ski events by John Gifford, Robert Hunt and Warren Thompson and on the sand by Wade Alcock, along with medal winners in four events. Congratulations to all of the team and a special shout out to our State Medalists: Male Single Ski - Silver to Paul Carter Male Double Ski - Gold to Paul Carter and Robert Hunt Male Beach Sprint - Silver to Steve Smith Male Beach Flags - Gold to Wade Alcock Such outstanding results. Thanks to our members who volunteered their time for official duties and water safety. We couldn't do it without you. #GoCaves

05.01.2022 A WONDERFUL START TO NIPPERS 2020-21 What an amazing community that we're a part of. We'd like to say a big thank you to all of our wonderful Nippers families who have shown great patience and have adapted with the club to provide a safe and family friendly nippers for the 2020-21 season! How good is Friday night nippers!! Plenty of smiles and fun had by all!!... We'd also like to extend a very warm welcome to all the new members who have joined us this year. See you back on the beach on Sunday, for the U9, U10, U11, U12, U13 and U14s turn! #GoCaves #TheFamilyClub #EISSsuper

04.01.2022 Nippers and Board Training cancelled for this afternoon - due to inclement weather.Nippers and Board Training cancelled for this afternoon - due to inclement weather.

04.01.2022 Important Nippers Information - Junior Preliminary Examinations In preparation for the new season, preliminary evaluations for our nippers will be held on the following dates at Swansea Swim Centre Saturday 26th September Saturday 10th October... Saturday 31st October All nippers are required to complete an evaluation if they wish to participate in our nippers program. Due to COVID-19, there will be some changes this year. Evaluations will take place at the following times: Under 8’s 2pm Under 9’s 2:30pm Under 10’s and Under 11’s 3:10pm Under 12’s, Under 13’s and Under 14’s* 3:40pm We ask that you please turn up at the correct time. Children will only be able to complete their evaluation at the allocated time for their age group. *Under 14’s who have their SRC aren’t required to attend this proficiency evaluation. They will participate in the senior proficiencies. Under 13’s or 14’s undertaking their SRC are welcome to do their timed swim on one of these days. Under 6’s and 7’s are not required to attend preliminary evaluations. For nippers wishing to attend carnivals or board training, there is also a competition evaluation that they will need to complete. On the day: In the current COVID-19 climate, to ensure that we adhere to the Council’s Covid plan and the government guidelines, things will look a little different when you arrive at the pool this year. We are asking that you walk your nipper to the pool entrance and pay their entry fee. We will meet you there, mark your child off and take them to complete their evaluation. Unfortunately, you will not be permitted to enter the pool area this year and will be asked to return to your car or wait outside the building. Once your child has completed their evaluation, they will be escorted out of the pool and to the grassed area out the front, for your collection. Please be assured that your children will be fully supervised and looked after whilst at their preliminary evaluation.

04.01.2022 Caves Beach SLSC Nippers is still on this morning, so bring your smiles and see you at the beach!Caves Beach SLSC Nippers is still on this morning, so bring your smiles and see you at the beach!

04.01.2022 Caves Beach SLSC Junior Club Captains We're pleased to announce that our Junior Club Captains for the 2020-21 season are Ava Kennedy and Will Mottley. Ava and Will will be our Junior Lifesaver of the Year Nominees and we wish them luck for their interviews at Hunter Branch in the new year.

03.01.2022 From the Caves Beach Surf Lifesaving Club, we wish you all a very Merry Christmas. And to our many patrolling members who will be on patrol at Caves Beach over the festive season keeping the community safe, a heartfelt thank you.

03.01.2022 SURFBOAT NEWS We have a big weekend ahead for our Open Surfboat competitors. Wishing our Mens Open Crew the best of luck tomorrow, for the final round (19/20 season) of the Ocean Thunder Surfboat Series at Collaroy.... Excuse the pun, but you boys really are awesome !!! #Conplant #GoCaves

03.01.2022 Bronze and SRC Course Induction - Sunday 27th September For all members wishing to take part in the next Bronze and SRC squad, the course induction will take place this Sunday 27th September 2020 at 9am. Please meet on the grassed area out the front of the surf club. For more information, please contact our Education Manager Mitch Lobston on 0439 060 106 or at [email protected]

03.01.2022 You’ve only got 3 days left to qualify for our early bird discounted rego which ends on 13th September. Jump online to https://www.cavesslsc.com.au/memberbenefits to register now. Any questions? Please email our new registrar, Caitlin Fisher [email protected]

02.01.2022 Today is the last day to qualify for our early bird discounted rego. Jump online to https://www.cavesslsc.com.au/memberbenefits to register now. Any questions? Please email our new registrar, Caitlin Fisher [email protected]

02.01.2022 You’ve only got 1 days left to qualify for our early bird discounted rego which ends on 13th September. Jump online to https://www.cavesslsc.com.au/memberbenefits to register now. Any questions? Please email our new registrar, Caitlin Fisher [email protected]

01.01.2022 NIPPERS ISN'T JUST FOR THE KIDS Any members who have their Bronze or SRC are welcome to join us at the beach at 8am on Sunday's to get in some training/practice with the U13s and U14s. It's a great way to stay fit, prepare for senior proficiencies and get ready for carnivals, while having a bit of fun. ... There'll be some point score days through the season too, for some friendly competition. See you at the beach.

01.01.2022 SENIOR PROFICIENCY Senior Proficiency - Skills Maintenance Days will be held at 9am on the follow dates: - Sat 14th Nov 2020... - Sat 21st Nov 2020 - Sat 28th Nov 2020 All members who hold their SRC, Bronze, ART, and IRB qualifications need to attend an annual skills maintenance prior to the 31st Dec each year to keep their award current. Please ensure you attend to remain an active patrol members and ensure you meet your requirement for competition. Due to current COVID19 restrictions for club based training activities SLSA are asking that all members complete the 2020-21 Bronze, SRC and ART Theory component online via the SLSA Member Portal: https://members.sls.com.au/SLSA_Onl/modules/login/index.php By now everyone should have access to the SLSA Member Portal from completing their regos, if for whatever reason you don't please use the link below to create one: https://members.sls.com.au/SLSA_/modules/register/index.php Once you have completed all of the requirements for Bronze Medallion/Surf Rescue Certificate/ART Skill Maintenance, you will have to download and print your Certificate of Completion to give to the assessor on the day of the practical skills maintenance session. For any questions regarding the skill maintenance process please contact Mitch on [email protected] or 0439 060 106.

01.01.2022 CARNIVAL ENTRIES FOR U9's TO OPENS Caves Beach SLSC is now calling for entries for the following carnivals: Under 9s and Under 10s Carnival at Swansea Belmont SLSC on Sat 5th Dec 2020:... All entries for this carnival are to be completed and paid for via the club website before 29/11/2020: https://www.cavesslsc.com.au/index.cfm Round 3 of the Under 11 to Under 14s Newcastle Permanent Series at Nobbys on Sat 12th Dec 2020. All entries for this carnival are to be completed and paid for via the club website before 6/12/2020: https://www.cavesslsc.com.au/index.cfm Round 3 of the Under 15 to Opens Newcastle Permanent Series at Swansea Belmont SLSC on Sun 13th Dec 2020. All entries for this carnival are to be completed and paid for via the club website before 6/12/2020: https://www.cavesslsc.com.au/index.cfm - Please be aware that only financial and proficient members are eligible to be entered. - All competitors competing in any Hunter Branch Carnival (including Opens & Masters) MUST wear a Newcastle Permanent High Visibility Pink Singlet. If competitors are found at Marshalling or the start line to not have a NPBS singlet on, they will be asked to change into a NPBS singlet or removed from the event. Please ensure the NPBS logo is visible on the singlets. For further carnival information senior competitors please contact Troy Grieves on 0437 931 500 and junior competitors please contact Lee Ingram on 0416 013 351.