Surf Life Saving Far North Coast (SLSFNC) started the new season with its annual Raising of the Flags ceremony at Brunswick Heads Surf Life Saving Club on Saturday, 26 September.
SLSFNC has been supported by Newcastle Permanent for almost 20 years.
Newcastle Permanent Lismore Branch Manager David Parker was proud to continue the partnership as the iconic red and yellow flags return to beaches for another season.
‘The warmer months bring communities together at our beaches and surf life savers are essential in helping to keep locals and visitors safe along our coastlines,’ Mr Parker said.
SLSFNC Director of Lifesaving David Rope highlighted the importance of community vigilance.
‘Last season, almost 1,500 volunteers from across the Far North Coast provided first aid on over 300 occasions, made more than 120 rescues, and completed over 9,300 preventative actions, together clocking up more than 47,000 patrol hours,’ Mr Rope said.
‘Our Nippers program plays an exciting role for young people starting their lifesaving journey, who are essential to ensuring everyone’s safety, with approximately 300,000 visitors last summer and even more expected this season.’
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