Weekly Club Update 13-6-2024

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Weekly Club Update - 13-6-2024

Summary:

Notice of 2024 Annual General Meeting
Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service EOI & Recruitment Advice
Advanced Lifesaving Camp
Smiths Beach Rescue Base Repairs - Donations needed
LSV News

Notice of 2024 Annual General Meeting

Dear Woolamai Beach SLSC Members,

Please find this linked notice letter regarding our upcoming Annual General Meeting which will be held at the clubhouse on Saturday 27th July 2024, commencing at 3pm.

This notice is a call for:

Any motion for inclusion as special business at the AGM.
Development Fund Board Nominations (Life Governor Position).
Club Board of Directors Nominations for the 2024/25 Season Board.

In addition, there is a proposed Club Consitution amendment being put to a member vote at this AGM with regards to Section 44 - Development Fund Board. Link to the Club Constitution containing proposed wording and changes.

Notice of 2024 Annual General Meeting Letter

Kind Regards,

The Board of Woolamai Beach SLSC

Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service EOI & Recruitment Advice

As part of LSV’s ongoing commitment to the development of the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service (WLRHS) we will be welcoming expressions of interest from suitably qualified and proficient lifesavers.

As a helicopter crew member, you will be expected to complete rostered volunteer helicopter patrols, attend regular training sessions, monthly crew meetings and participate in other activities organised by the service, noting that the majority of activity is run out of the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Bases at Barwon Heads & Moorabbin Airports.

Crew are expected to be readily available to attend service activity at both bases. Due to the significant time and cost involved in training crew, a minimum commitment of three (3) years is expected of an applicant, notwithstanding exceptional circumstances.

In addition to any helicopter duties, you will be expected to continue to have active involvement in your club and complete your club beach patrol commitments.

Candidates should be aware that only limited vacancies are available. It should be noted that the selection process is highly competitive and meeting minimum criteria in no way guarantees acceptance.

Recruitment Information Session

The WLRHS will host a Recruitment Information Session on a 08/7/2024, commencing at 7PM at Life Saving Victoria, Port Melbourne.

The purpose of this session is to help inform potential applicants on the expectations and requirements of helicopter crew.

Only members seriously considering submitting an expression of interest should attend this session and they will be required to registered beforehand.

If you intend to attend this session, please register your attendance here by COB 03/7/2024.

Application information can be found in the below letter

Please read this letter for a detailed list of information and requirements

Advanced lifesaving Camp

Life Saving Victoria (LSV) is now inviting applications from members who wish to attend the 2024 Advanced Lifesaving Camp. Overview of Advance Lifesaving Camp Advanced Lifesaving Camp (ALC) is designed to enhance the training and development of Lifesavers and Lifeguard recruits. With a strong focus on high performance, ALC combines practical learning with specialised theory to advance the skill set of all participants.

The program utilises both classroom-based learning, and on-site practical learning across several coastal locations, giving lifesavers and potential lifeguards exposure to various waterways with unique risk profiles. The aim is to ensure that LSV members have the knowledge and skills to apply across the diverse waterways in Victoria.

The program is run by a team of experienced lifesavers and lifeguards as well as guest presenters from medical expertise and other emergency services.

An information pack will be sent out to selected candidates regarding the Advanced Lifesaving Camp details and prerequisite award expectations. For any queries regarding the Advanced Lifesaving Camp, please contact the Lifesaving Services Team.

This year LSV will be running one Advanced Lifesaving Camp as outlined below:

DATE: Monday 23 September – Friday 27 September 2024

LOCATION: Anglesea Discovery Camp

COST: $600

Expressions of interest close 16th June 2024

Click HERE for more information

Leader opportunity

LSV is also seeking leaders to assist on the camp.

More information HERE

Smiths Beach Rescue Base Repairs - Donations needed

Unfortunately since it’s inception the Smiths beach tower has been stripped down by the harsh weather conditions from the beach.

The rescue base is need of urgent repairs and maintenance (including re-painting in oil-rig spec paint) in order to avoid Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) issues / the structure becoming condemned; and to ensure that the two structures can continue serving the Phillip Island Nature Park (PINP) / Bass Coast Shire Council (BCSC) residents and visitors and Life Saving Victoria (LSV) lifeguard service over the next 20-25 years.

The required works includes

Wall panel works
Stair removal and replacement
Insitu painting works

If you’d like to donate to this cause please head to https://www.woolamaibeach.org.au/donate and select ‘Smiths Beach Rescue Base’ when filling out the donation form.

For more information on the rescue base head HERE