Great Club Competition in Kerry Broomham Shield

29th January 2012

7 teams made up the contest in this year's Kerry Broomham Shield, with a great mix of young Nippers, Nipper parents as well as senior members of the club making sure this annual event was a huge success. With a variety of water and beach events, the competition was fierce but always friendly, with plenty of laughs amongst the teams with some members coming a cropper in various events.

First event was the Surf Teams, with everyone giving it a good crack to make the best of the great surf conditions. This was followed by the Beach Rescue, an event unique to North Curly. There were some unique techniques displayed in the race, with Ned Heaton pulling out the traditional Norwegian Wife Carrying hold to show up the rest. The board relay didn't identify any new talent in the club, but there are a few new flaggers that would be able to hold their own in competition.

See coverage of the event in our Photo Gallery

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Australia Day Carnivals Tradition Is Back

26th January 2012

Australia Day is all about the tradition of flying an Aussie flag, having a barbie and a beer or two with your mates, a lamington for dessert, and going to the Australia Day Surf Life Saving carnival at Freshwater Beach. This year saw another tradtion return after a 5 year hiatus, with the reincarnation of the North Curl Curl March Past team taking part at the carnival. The crew were back after "debuting" at the Manly Open Carnival the weekend before, and were thrown into turmoil with a late withdrawal from the back line by Jonno Phippard due to an injury. A late substituion was made, with Michael Kember joining the group, and off they went. Is this the first time we have run a march past team with two parent/siblings combinations i.e. Stuart Wye and daughter Alex, and Michael joining his dad Pat Kember ??

Meantime, a definite record in the beach events, with North Curl Curl placing 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th in the U13 Girls Beach Sprint. Sophie McGovern, Elise Glanville, Isabel Andia and Caity McGovern then backed up to take out their beach relay - no suprise there. Sophie, Caity and Elise then teamed up with Kaitlin Glanville to take out the U14 girls beach relay, whilst Kaitlin went up an age group for a hit out and won the U15 Girls beach sprint.

In the water, again it was our younger competitors getting the glory, with Isaac Smith taking out the U13 Iron Man and coming 2nd in the U13 Swim and the U13 Board. In the Opens, Tom Atkins, Jake Atkins and Glenn Coltman combined to get 4th in the Board Relay, whilst Glenn combined with Zac Auton to come 2nd in the Board Rescue.

Much improved results across the board compared to the Manly carnival the previous weekend, which resulted in North Curly coming 7th....and BTW, the March Past finished in the top 10 !!

See results of the carnival here

Nippers Tough it Out at Narrabeen

15th January 2012

Narrabeen beach can always be a tricky beach when it comes to competition, and the conditions for the first Nippers carnival of the new year lived proved that. A growing swell hitting a sand bank exposed by the low tide greeted our youngsters, and the swell seemed to grow as the tide came in. Eventually officials had to call off the U9 and U10 water area, and reduced the rest of the water events to just swim events. But that wasn't before our young girls went about creating some of their own damage in the surf.

Kristie Leonard took out the U14 Iron Person, showing why she was an Interbranch rep this year. Olivia Heaton was rewarded for some recent hard training, when she took out the U12 Surf Swim, which with the help of Claudia Harris, who came 4th and her other well placed team mates, gave North Curly 1st place in the Surf Teams. Olivia also took out 2nd in the Iron Person, making it a very successful carnival for her. In the U12's, Kelly Allsop was victorious in the Iron Person, and also came 2nd in the Surf Swim, which helped our girls get 3rd in the Surf Teams.

On the beach, Sophie McGovern continued her unbeaten run of over 3 years at Branch carnivals, talking out the U13 Beach Sprint, Beach Flags, and also anchoring the girls Beach Relay to victory. And she was part of the All Age Beach Relay team which came 2nd in the premier event, the best position for the club in some time. It augers well for the Branch Championships coming up in February.

See results of the carnival here

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Success at First Carnival of New Year

7th January 2012

Palm Beach played host for the first carnival for the new year, and proved to be a happy hunting ground for our competitors as they shaked out the festive season cob webs. Glenn Coltman was in fine form, and took out the Open Surf Swim, whilst also teaming up with Adam "Tiny" Atkins to take out the Open Board Rescue. Meanwhile Claudia Forsythe took out the U19 Womens Board race, making it the most successful carnival for our Board and Ski team for some time, which brought a big smile on the face of our Board and Ski team coach, Noel Langthorne.

See results of the carnival here

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Nippers Brave Elements

4th December 2011

Well if ever there was an excuse for our Nippers not to want to participate in an event, Sunday's horrible weather was a pretty good reason to say no thanks. The day started ok, but soon deteriorated when a strong southerly brough driving rain along with it, causing a 30 minute hiatus as a thunder storm passed over the beach. Depsite the horrible conditions, our Nippers still put in a great performance which saw them come 4th overall in the carnival. Well done to the kids (and their parents) for toughing it out.

See results of the carnival here

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North Curly Turns on Spectacular 3 Points Event

A day out from our 3 Points Challenge & Ocean Swim, we knew we had at least 600 plus pre-registered entries due to visit us on race day. Now all we could do is finish our preparations, and pray that the weather was good, given we had been hammered by strong southerlies for what seemed like an eternity. Well the weather gods smiled on us, and as daylight broke, the light shone down on some glassy waves and a fantastic day started to unfold.

As it turned out, we had 140 plus competitors take part in the 2km Ocean Swim, and a record 616 competitors line up in 7 waves to take on the 3 Points Challenge - a spectacular success.

And to make this all happen, we called on all our reserves of resources in the club, with 150 volunteers taking part in various roles to help run the event, and make it such a fabulous occasion for all the competitors and spectators that came to watch the spectacle. Thanks to all those that helped, whether it be taking registrations, cooking the BBQ, providing information, marshalling on the course, providing water safety, or looking after first aid - it was just fantastic to see the club all pull together and make this happen

And we also have to thank our event sponsors that helped make the event possible. Freshwater Community Bank Bendigo Branch, Brays IGA, Fit4Dreams and Surf Salt were great sponsors, as well as the multitude of other supporting organisations. We thank you for your unwavering support, and we look forward to next year's event, on December 1st 2012 !!!

Visit our race Web Site for event results
See plenty of our photos taken by the Manly Daily team
Get a report and more photos from Oceanswims.com
See coverage of the event in our own Photo Gallery

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New Club Constitution

At this years AGM the members voted to adopt a new version of our Constitution. The change was registered by the Department of Fair Trading effective 14 November 2011.

The By Laws and Standard Operating Procedures will be developed in accordance with the Constitution for approval at the AGM in August 2012.

For a copy of the new constitution Click Here

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Manly Carnival Cements Kristie's Interbranch Selection

16th November 2011

Last year Kristie Leonard was short listed to join the Sydney Northern Beaches Interbranch team, but after a short period of waiting she was then left out of the final team. Kristie put that dissapointment behind her, and proceeded to clean up the following carnival events, proving how wrong the selectors were. This year, it was shaping up as a repeat story, when she was bracketed to join the team after the Interbranch trials, but the selectors still wanted to see more competition. So Kristie did what she does best, and put in some solid performances at the Bennett Junior Craft carnival a couple of weeks ago, and last weekend at the Manly Canrival. It seemed Kristie and her keen rival from Freshwater, Kelly Singleton were into everything. And in the end, selectors decided to pick both Kristie and Kelly to repesent the branch at the Interbranch Championships to be held in December at Redhead Beach. Persistance does pay off !!!

The Manly carnival was the first full hitout for our Nippers, and there were plenty of kids having a crack all over the beach. Our presence was well publicised when we landed with plenty of pictures on Page 3 in Tuesday's edition of the Manly Daily. Great coverage !!! Well done to all those that made the effort to take part in the first and probaly most hectic junior carnival of the season outside of the Branch Championships.

See results of the carnival here
See Page 3 story in the Manly Daily
See plenty of our Nippers in the Manly Daily photos

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Sunday Senior Events Return

Our regular Sunday events are back from for our senior club are back on every Sunday. All members are invited to come along and join the events at 11am - just report to Jono on the beach.

For those new to this, 3 events are held each Sunday at 11am surf permitting. The events are usually a swim followed by a run and flags. Those only wishing to do the swim are welcome but we also encourage you to enjoy the beach events. Each week points are awarded for those keen to carry off a trophy at the end of the season. At the end of the season we will be holding Club Championships. For those wanting to join in look out for Jono, Janet or Noel around the steps at 10.50. Come and enjoy!

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What Value does Surf Life Saving Provide the Community

What is the economic contribution of Surf Life Saving in Australia? Thats a good question that has been asked on many occasions, espcecially when it comes to securing any sort of government funding.The countless hours of volunteer patrols making our beaches save for the general public has a significant positive impact on our community.

Surf Life Saving Australia commissioned Price Waterhouse Coopers to estimate the economic value of Surf Life Saving to the Australian community. In summary, Surf Life Saving's water safety efforts are estimated to be worth $3.6 billion to Australia each year. Without Surf Life Saving's water safety efforts last year, 600 extra people would have lost their lives on our beaches.

For a full extract of the report Click here

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Sun Shines for Interbranch Beach Events

9th October 2011

Some of our Nippers has their first major hitout for the season with our Intrerbranch Beach Selection Trial, which were held at our home beach. The trials are just one of the criteria used by Sydney Northern Beaches Branch to select the team that will compete in the Inter branch carnival, to be held at Red Head in December. Competitors all performed very strongly under the guidance of coach Chris Tassone. The results of the trials were as follows however we are still awaiting the selectors final decison as to who will make the Sydney Northern Beaches Interbranch Team.

U/12 Girls: Olivia Heaton 2nd Sprint & 2nd Flags
U12 Boys: Harry Wilson 3rd Sprint & 1st Flags
U/13 Girls: Sophie McGovern 1st Sprint & 1st Flags
U/13 Girls: Caity McGovern 2nd Sprint & 2nd Flags
U/14 Girls: Kaitlyn Glanville 2nd Sprint & 4th Flags

Next week it is the turn of the water competitors.

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New IRB Drivers and Crews Required

North Curl Curl SLSC urgently needs new IRB Drivers and Crew members for Patrols and Nippers Water Safety. If you are up for your next challenge in Surf Life Saving, then contact Ray Merton via email at ray.merton@carelsen.com.

1. All candidates must hold a current SLSA Bronze Medallion/Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue)
2. On successful completion, IRBD candidates will receive the SLSA Silver Medallion Inflatable Rescue Boat Driver award.
3. IRB Driver candidates must be a minimum of 17 years of age on the date of the final assessment.
4. IRB Crew candidates must be a minimum of 15 years of age on the date of the final assessment.

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Congratulations Julie Tassone, duly elected Deputy President

12th September 2011

At the first board meeting post the Annual General Meeting, one of the first orders of business for the newly elected board of directors was to elect the Deputy President, who has to be a member of the board. We are pleased to announce that Julie Tassone was unanimously voted to this position, making her the first female in the 90 year history of the club to be elected as the Deputy President. Julie is the Director of Administration, the Club Registrar and also a Child Protection Officer for the club, so this adds another string to her bow.

Another important role which was not filled at the AGM was the position of Director of Surf Life Saving Instruction. We are fortunate to have had a volunteer step forward post the AGM, and can now announce that Alexandra Wye has taken this poistion. We welcome Pip to the team !

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Clare Hagon, our newest Life Member

28th August 2011

Congratulations to Clare Hagon who was awarded Life Membership at the 2010/2011 Annual General Meeting. Clare who has been a member of the club since 1994, has managed to obtain over 50 surf life saving awards, probably the most of any club member in our history, and has used her gained knowledge to educate hundreds of club members in various surf life saving areas and at various levels. Her commitment and contribution to surf life saving education is well known not only within our club, but also at a Branch and State level. A most deserved recognition to a dedicated member of our club and our community.

Ian Thurgood presented his third and final President's report, and handed over the reigns to Stuart Wye as the newly elected club President. Sydney Northern Beaches Branch President, Gordon Lang was in attendance, and was very generous in his praise of our surf club's contribution to surf life saving and to the local community in general, a contribution that in his words outweighs our size.

NCCSLSC Annual Report - 2011

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Thank You from Surf Life Saving Australia

Attached is a thank you letter from Surf Life Saving Australia to all our patrol members for their commitment and contribution for the 2010/2011 season Click Here

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North Curly Development Squad Kick Off

Do you love the surf? Wish to become a top Ironman athlete? Here is your chance if you want to become an excellent board or ski paddler! North Curl Curl`s Board and Ski Team are creating a new squad aim at developing North Curly`s young talent.

The aim of the squad is to create a stepping stone for kids who are currently finishing Nippers or have finished Nippers, who wish to continue to learn and practice the skills they have learnt at Nippers and to continue onwards into the senior club. We wish this development squad to complement the great work already and currently being done in developing junior talent and to act as a bridge into the senior Board and Ski team.

In this squad, people will be practicing competitive board and surf skills and eventually ski skills in which they will be able to put into practice at carnivals. We must stress this is a squad for people who wish to compete, for we only have the resources for those who are going to compete in the up coming season and beyond.

The first session was held on Sunday July 24th. We are starting early in an effort to build up skills and confidence for the summer season. We recognise that there may not be a great deal of interest in the winter, but for those who do brave the cold it will create an advantage once summer comes around. We will continue to recruit people throughout the season as well. The sessions will be run by Steve `Spider` Atkins , who is a level 2 coach and will initially be run on a Sunday morning, with further sessions being available as the season progresses. Steve has coached several members of the Board and Ski team in the past and will be a valuable addition to building a strong junior team.

The squad will be available for kids from U13 to U19`s, with an eye on trying to retain, develop and retain young athletes.

If you wish to participate in this squad please email nccteam@hotmail.com with your name and details. If you have any queries or questions please do not hesitate to call Tom Atkins on 0144 839 984, Jake Atkins on 0410 214 913 or email us at nccteam@hotmail.com.

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NCCSLSC 2010/2011 Season Presentation Night

18th June 2011

Another successful season for our North Curl Curl Surf Life Saving Club was celebrated at this year's presentation night. One of the highlights of the evening was the presentation of 20 Years National Patrol Service to our club captain, Alex Wye. This is rewarded for 20 continuous years of patrols (and with 100% attendance as Wiz pointed out). Julie and Louis Tassone created a small piece of club history by both being rewarded the club's honour blazer, the second time they have each received this reward, and first time a couple has done so in the one year.

Surf Life Saving, Surf Sports and general service to the club were recognised in various categories.

The Major Award winners for 2010/2011 are -

• Club Honour Blazer - Julie Tassone & Louis Tassone
• Mark Watson Memorial Award for Best Patrol Person - Ross Tillman
• Best Patrol Captain - Ray Merton
• Best Junior Patrol Person - Alanna Patison, Rebecca Moyes & Clare Young
• Best Patrol - Patrol No 5 - Ian Thurgood, Carol Callaghan, Mitchell Callaghan, Alice Thurgood, Jenny Klause, James Bonner, Tom Dalton, Megan Bonner, Greta Thurgood, Tahlee Auton, Jessica Young, Lauren Spicer, Liana Bonner, Alanna Patison
• Junior of the Year - Adam Atkins
• Whakatane Trophy for Best Carnival Competitor - Glenn Coltman
• Ian Fairlie Memorial Trophy for Best Masters Competitor - Matt Heaton
• Junior of the Year - Alanna Patison
• Cadet of the Year - Oliver Signorini

2010/2011 North Curl Curl SLS Awards Recipients List
See coverage of the evening in our Photo Gallery
Images from the past season as shown at presentation night

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