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New Board of Directors – A New Energy

Congratulations to our new Directors who were elected onto the Board at the Annual General Meeting held on Saturday 20 September. The new group bring with them a great buzz of enthusiasm and a shared passion for developing Sandridge LSC into a respected and thriving club for all members and the community.

Contact details for all the Directors can be found in the Member's Area of the website.

AGM Minutes (pdf 22KB).

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Membership Renewal – 2008/09 Season

All 2007-08 members will soon receive a membership renewal pack in the mail. The exciting news is that you can now process your renewal online via the new 'Lifesaving Online' system and the use of the Club's 'Payment Gateway'. These 2 systems will be explained in the mail out, but don't worry; you can still process your membership in all the old ways too - cash, cheque or EFT. If you prefer one of these methods, you can do it right now using the Membership Form below.

2008/09 Membership Application Form (pdf 71KB).

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Working With Children Check

The Working with Children Check (WWCC) is a checking system introduced by the Victorian Government on 1 July 2006. The check helps to protect children (under the age of 18 years) from sexual and physical harm.

The WWCC is a mandatory requirement for all volunteers working with children, therefore all Members of Sandridge LSC.

The WWCC is free. Application Guides and Forms are available from Post Offices.

Once the check has been completed you will receive a Working with Children Check identity card in the mail. The number on the card needs to then be included on your membership form, and will be part of your membership confirmation.

For further information please contact Director of Membership Services, Amanda McPherson, on amcpherson@mcec.com.au or 0410 463 587.

Nippers All Set to Go!

It's finally here. After almost 50 years, Sandridge LSC will conduct its first ever Nipper Program this summer.

Over 5,500 young Victorians are actively involved in the Nippers program and now its our time to join the party. In a fun environment, children meet new friends and learn water safety and survival skills. Participants complete a series of six surf education modules tailored for ages 7 to 13 years. The Nipper program acts as a stepping stone for our juniors to become lifesavers whilst promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.

Commencing Friday 5th December, the Sandridge Nipper Program will run for 10 sessions throughout the 2008/09 season on Friday Nights from 6–7:30pm, culminating with the Victorian Nipper Championships being held at Sandridge on Sat 7 & Sun 8 March 2009.

Registrations are now open. Simply fill in the below Registration and Membership Forms and return to Sandridge Life Saving Club.

Nipper Registration Form (pdf 65KB).
2008/09 Membership Application Form (pdf 71KB).

For further information please contact our Director of Junior Activities, Josh Charlesworth, on josh-ral@bigpond.com or 0423 625 029.

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2008 Proficiency Exams (Requal)

We have been given 2 dates this year at Sandridge to perform our Proficiency Exam and prove we've still got what it takes to be Lifesavers on the beach this summer.

For those of you relatively new to lifesaving, we must all 'requalify' our Bronze Medallion each year at a Proficiency Exam prior to Dec 31st.

Proficiency 1 – Saturday 22nd November, 2pm
Proficiency 2 – Saturday 13th December, 10am

All members are encouraged to attend the first date as we will be throwing a Season Launch Party at the club that evening. More details on 'Le Festival de Ridge' to come shortly.

We will be organising Refresher Sessions prior to each Proficiency for those of you who need a little recap on all your Bronze Medallion knowledge. In the meantime, check out what's required at the Proficiency by clicking on the Handbook below.

Bronze Proficiency Handbook (pdf 41KB).

*It is important to note that in order to complete your Proficiency (Requal), you must have paid your membership fees for this season, otherwise LSV will be unable to process your award on the SurfGuard database.

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November Bronze Medallion Course

Sandridge Life Saving Club has just announced dates for the November Bronze Medallion Course. The 6 week course will run Monday nights commencing 10th Nov. A Saturday water session will be run 22nd Nov, with the Exam on Mon 15th Dec.

All welcome, only prerequisites are:

• 15 years of age or over on the day of exam (15th Dec)
• Swim 400m in under 9mins in a pool

We teach you the rest!

Bronze Course Flyer (pdf 246KB).
Bronze Course Booking Form (pdf 63KB).
2008/09 Membership Application Form (pdf 71KB).

For further info, please contact Brad Cummins on 9820 6363 or email@sandridge.org.au

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2008/09 Patrol & Events Calendar

Get set for an action packed season with the release of this summer's Patrol & Events Calendar. Get you diaries out and note all the important dates. The Patrol Teams List will be sent to you in the mail shortly so you can lock in those patrol dates. If you have an event to add to the calendar, please let us know email@sandridge.org.au

Sandridge Patrol & Events Calendar 2008/09 (pdf 35KB).

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Silver Medallion – Basic Beach Management Course

Surf Life Saving Australia has introduced a new award for this season called the Silver Medallion – Basic Beach Management. This award was created to reflect the values of a Patrol Captain or Vice Captain – 'Beach Managers'.

From 1 January 2009 each patrol MUST have at least one person with this award. Basically, it's now compulsory for all Patrol Captain's and Vice Captain's to have the award.

A Port Phillip District course has been organised by our District Officer, Zeb Phoenix:

All Patrol Captains & Vice Captains are required to obtain their Silver Medallion. All other Active Members are welcome and strongly encouraged to attend.

To register please email Zeb Phoenix isixhosa@gmail.com

Registration closes Thursday 13th November, places are limited. If this course is over-subscribed another course will be run in the near future.

For additional information regarding this course contact:
Zeb Phoenix isixhosa@gmail.com or 0408 433 870

State Junior Championships Organising Committee

As most of you will be aware by now, we were successful in our application to host the 2009 State Junior Championships at Sandridge Beach on 7 - 8 March. This is the largest event on the Life Saving Victoria Calendar with over 1500 Nippers expected to attend over the 2 days of competition. Obviously a big team effort is required by us all to showcase Sandridge LSC over this weekend and to host a successful event.

In order to do this, we are setting up a 'State Junior Championship Organising Committee'. The committee will consist of 6 members in the following roles:

• Event Coordinator
• Workforce Supervisor
• Catering & Functions Coordinator
• Media Coordinator
• Equipment Officer
• Club Safety Coordinator

All members are welcome to nominate for a committee position and a place in history with the first ever State Championships to be held at Sandridge Beach.

For further info, please contact Brad Cummins on 9820 6363 or email@sandridge.org.au

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Latest Awards

Congratulations are in order for some of our members who have been busy obtaining further awards in the last month and building on their lifesaving repertoire.

IRB Crew:
Amanda McPherson
Patrick Welham
Hedley Jackson

IRB Driver:
Banjo Anderson

Training Officer Certificate:
Banjo Anderson

Silver Medallion – Basic Beach Management:
Brad Cummins
Marie Pearson
Lisa Spain

Keep an eye out for upcoming courses or register your interest in a specific Award at email@sandridge.org.au

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Boardies Day

How can your workplace or school support Sandridge Life Saving Club and give something back to us, the volunteer lifesavers that keep the public safe on the beach every summer?

Boardies Day is a free-dress day for businesses and schools. On Friday 28 November 2008 simply swap your uniforms and work attire for boardshorts (or anything beach-related) and make a gold coin donation to help to save lives!

If you would like your organisation to take part in Boardies Day, simply complete the brochure below and return to:

Sandridge LSC
PO Box 5057, Garden City VIC 3207

Register now to receive your Boardies Day kit, which gives you everything you need to start fundraising.

All donations to Sandridge Life Saving Club support the amazing service we provide. We hope that you can join in the fun of Boardies Day to help us continue our lifesaving work.

If you would like any more information please contact our Director of External Affairs & Communication, Sarah Lawrence on 0438 140 435 or sarahtlawrence@hotmail.com

Boardies Day Brochure (pdf 464KB).

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Member Profile: Suzanne Mackinder

Nickname/s	Suzie
Age	29
Born where?	Kew, Melbourne
Single/married/kids	Married to Guy and we have a 14 Month old daughter – Hayley
Current Job	Charted Accountant
Dream job	Billionaire with lots of Projects
Role at Sandridge LSC	Active Member
Claim to fame	Getting flung out of a Surf Boat by a big wave in Aussie Final Kurrawa1999
How many pairs of shoes do you own?	Not a lot – I would live in thongs if I could...
When did you begin Surf Lifesaving and why?	My parents met at Point Lonsdale Surf Club so I was born into Surf Lifesaving. I joined when I was 5 in the Nipper Program
How long at Sandridge?	5 years
Member of which other surf club/s?	Fairhaven
Any Rescues?	The other week we rescued a guy that fell off his Jetski off the point at Sandridge.
Do you compete?	Yes
Which events?	Surf Boats
Other interests/hobbies	Spending time with Hayley, Guy and Friends
Three people you would like to invite to dinner	I would probably just invite Guy – it has been about 14 months since the last time we went out to dinner...
Favourite: Album	Pink
Film	Pulp Fiction
TV show	At the moment I watch a lot of Elmos World...
Food	Ice Cream
Beverage	Coffee
Biggest wave you've ever caught	Quarter Final Aussie Titles 2004 at Kurrawa – rowing home, looked back to see the Austinmer crew sitting aft on a wave that the face of was longer than the length of the boat, we were trying to row out of the drop zone, coming aft was like climbing a ladder thought we were doomed but sweep held and we rode it in all the way to the beach!
Do you stop singing when the person in the next car looks at you?	No I just pretend I am talking to Hayley
Best Sandridge moment	Hot Summer mornings when there are heaps of people out training, it is like being at a carnival.
If you could have 1 special power, what would it be	Duplication – I would duplicate myself so I could fit more things into my day
What was something you were into before it became popular?	Hmmm...probably something that is coming back in, as I am definitely not up with the latest trends...
What is the 1 thing you always carry with you?	My Mobile Phone
What I like about Life Saving	The culture is great unlike any other sport – you can walk into any club around the country and be welcomed. I have made great mates all around Australia and enjoy catching up with them at carnivals
Worst injury sustained	Internal Bruising from landing on the Boat Pumps over the back of a wave at Manly Freshwater Carnival in 2001
If I could exchange one part of my body for a new one, it would be	My Face
... and that's because ...	I hate my Freckles
Favourite beach	Kurrawa – so many memories!
One place I have to go before I leave this earth	Around Australia in a campervan
I drive a	Ford Territory – Mums Car...
Most embarrassing moment	Getting flung out of a Surf Boat by a big wave in Aussie Final Kurrawa1999 shown on National TV and seems to consistently pop up at surfboat functions and on most surfboat footage
Do you know who Shaggy is?	Yeah out of Scooby Doo
Who would win in a fight between you & Mick Gatto?	I don't know if there would be much of a fight wouldn't he just shoot me?

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The Plug

Port Melbourne Bunnings Warehouse
501 Williamstown Rd
Port Melbourne VIC 3207
t. (03) 8646 9800

Big thanks to Port Melbourne Bunnings Warehouse for donating a new Air Compressor to the Club. This will be of huge benefit when pumping up the IRB, ATV Tyres, IRB Trailer Tyres and sports balls, etc.

We say goodbye and thank you to the trusty old light blue vacuum cleaner for its numerous years of valuable service.