Westshore Surf Life Saving Club

04/09/2026

Best of luck to the Greendale Swim Club members off to AIMS!

All 5 are also member of our club. Let's Go!!!

02/09/2026

Event Guards Required

Iron Māori will take place on the 7th November and we require the following for event guards. Please note anyone that wishes to event guard needs to have completed their Event Guard Module in e-trainu. You will be enrolled as soon as you put your name down and this must be completed before the day.

IRBs

6x Driver and Crew Persons

Rescue Board with Tube - must have Board rescue module

18 people required

If you would like to be an event guard please contact: [email protected]

Sarnia Brewer ​​​​
Club Support Lead ‑ Hawkes Bay

09/08/2026

A great start to the first HB pool champs training this morning. Great to see new faces and everyone having a go!

Central Pool Champs are in Wellington on the 19th September. If anyone is interested in attending, please get in contact with the club.

09/08/2026

Applications for our seasonal staff roles are now open. We are currently seeking applications for both Beach Education and Paid Lifeguard Service positions.

Please share the following link with any members who may be interested in applying:

Paid Lifeguards & Community Education Instructors - Surf Life Saving New Zealand

Information about the roles, including position descriptions, can also be found here.
https://careers.surflifesaving.org.nz/jobs/8004763-paid-lifeguards-community-education-instructors

Applications close on Sunday, 23 August.

If you or your members have any questions, please get in touch with either Fi Becker (Beach Education) or me (Paid Lifeguard Service).

Ngā mihi,
Justine

Justine Fleming ​​​​
Lifesaving Manager ‑ Central Region
https://www.surflifesaving.org.nz/join-us/volunteer

If you're passionate about protecting our coastlines, committed to our values, and ready for the demands of the season, we'd love to hear from you!

05/08/2026

A reminder that Pool Rescue Training starts this Sunday 9th August at the HB Regional Aquatic Centre.

If you haven't registered your child but are interested, please get in touch with the club.

Ages 10+ (swim badge not required)

20/07/2026

For those that cannot make it to Donna Briggs Memorial Celebration please see the link below, you can view it on line

19/07/2026

It is with great sadness that on behalf of the Westshore Surf Lifesaving Club I have to pass on the news that our member Donna Briggs passed away peacefully on Wednesday 15th July 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Westshore always held a special place in Donna's heart, and her children Iraia and Natalya were also involved with the club and represented Westshore in surf sports.

Donna was very involved as a parent, team manager and was always there to help whenever needed.

A celebration of Donna's life is to be held at 1pm on Tuesday 21st July 2026 at the Tabard Theatre, Coronation St, Ahuriri.

Donna has requested NO BLACK CLOTHING at her funeral!

Rest well Donna, our love and thoughts go out to all your family and friends.

For those who cannot attend but wish to a part of Donna's celebration you can watch on live feed on the link below

17/07/2026

Hawkes Bay SLA Instructor Course

What is happening?
SLA Instructor Course

Why is it happening?
The main role of a Surf Lifeguard Instructor is to effectively prepare candidates for assessment.
Instructors play a crucial role in setting candidates up for success
Volunteer instructors are dedicated to teaching and sharing expertise covering both theoretical and practical components of the Surf Lifeguard Award (SLA). Our commitment lies in developing proficient instructors who deliver high quality SLA instruction.
The Surf Lifeguard Instructor Award certifies that holders possess the necessary skills and knowledge to instruct all SLA components. The SLA Instructor Training course emphasizes a training cycle that fosters best instructional practices, enhancing overall learning outcomes.
Developing competency among SLA Instructors is crucial to our organizational goals, ensuring
our training programs are effective, inclusive, and sustainable.

When is it happening?
26th September 2026 Westshore SLSC 10.30am

For more information, please contact:
Name: Sarnia Brewer.
Title: Hawkes Bay CSL
Email: [email protected]

08/07/2026

08/07/2026

Surf Lifesaving Pool Rescure Training

This is a joint training program with the other HB clubs, and it's open to all Westshore members aged 10 and up.

If you're keen to be involved in any or all days, please comment name, and days attending below, or email the club with these details.

This is a great opportunity to learn, grow and socialise with our other local clubs!