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The Golden Whales

The Golden Whales is the Gold Medallion training squad based at Whale Beach SLSC, founded in 2016.

For more info about our education & training programs visit the Education and Training page, or contact education@whalebeachslsc.com

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Running a surf club takes a village so whether you want to flip burgers on the deck, organise the next club social event, help the public as a first aider, or navigate the surf like a pro on a board, ski or in the IRB, there is a place for you at Whale Beach Surf Life Saving Club!

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What a weekend for Whale Beach!
Huge congratulat What a weekend for Whale Beach!
Huge congratulations to all our amazing members nominated at the Surf Life Saving Sydney Northern Beaches Branch Awards of Excellence — and an even bigger shoutout to our TWO winners. Surf Sports Team of the Year – Whale Tales
Ziarne Wyatt, Jemima Williams, Kayla Yiu, and Natasha Hodgkinson
This incredible team made history by winning Gold in the Open Female Beach Relay at the 2025 Branch Championships — Whale Beach’s first Branch title in nine years! They followed that with a 4th place finish at State, and backed it all up with major contributions across patrols, IRB operations, mentoring, social events, and more. They are fierce competitors, generous teammates, and absolute stars of the club. We are so proud of everything they’ve achieved — on and off the beach. Young Lifesaver of the Year – Natasha Hodgkinson
Natasha’s season has been nothing short of extraordinary. She earned her Patrol Captain and IRB Crewperson awards, led patrol teams with calm and confidence, and played a critical role in a high-pressure real-life resuscitation effort. She also stepped into the role of Social Media Officer, transforming how the club connects with members and the community. Her passion, maturity, and quiet leadership inspire everyone around her. This award is so well-deserved — and we couldn’t be prouder. We’re also excited to share that the girls will be attending the SLSNSW Awards of Excellence in August — a testament to just how outstanding their contributions have been. #slssnb
Over the weekend, Maddie Zagorski, Eloise Love, Na Over the weekend, Maddie Zagorski, Eloise Love, Natasha Hodgkinson, and Olivia Rees-Ewen took part in Surf Life Saving NSW’s pilot Lifesaving Skills Development Program at Palm Beach. The program gave them the opportunity to upskill their knowledge as Patrol Captains and trainers for Whale Beach SLSC through hands-on modules, activities, and scenario-based learning — including realistic first aid scenarios and a search and rescue operation. Massive thanks to our very own Hamish Jones, who helped design the program in his role as Lifesaving Operations Coordinator, and to Sophie Wines, who played a key role as a trainer, coordinating scenarios throughout the weekend. Shoutout also to Ziarne Wyatt for helping bring the training to life as a live patient!
Get skilled this off-season with a free Advanced R Get skilled this off-season with a free Advanced Resuscitation Techniques and Oxygen Therapy course at Whale Beach SLSC. free for active lifesavers. Date: 30 August 2025 Time: 9am – 5pm Location: Whale Beach SLSC Register now via the link in bio. Spots are limited!
Ready to boost your skills this off-season? Join u Ready to boost your skills this off-season? Join us at Whale Beach SLSC on Saturday 23 August for a full-day, nationally recognised First Aid course — covering CPR, emergency life support, and more. It’s FREE for active lifesavers, and a great way to stay prepared, qualified, and confident on patrol. Spots are limited, enrol now and complete your online prep before the day!
A night of celebration, camaraderie and pirate-wor A night of celebration, camaraderie and pirate-worthy recognition! Our annual Patrol Awards Night set sail with laughs, legends, and a whole lot of heart. Whether you were keeping watch from the sand, diving into the surf, or working behind the scenes, every single one of you helped steer us through another epic season. Congratulations to all our award winners — you’ve truly earned your treasure! 
Thanks to our incredible patrol members and their families for your commitment, courage, and countless hours. We’ll be back next season, stronger than ever. Until then, fair winds and following seas, me hearties!
Every safe swim at Whale Beach begins with a volun Every safe swim at Whale Beach begins with a volunteer — but right now, we need your help more than ever. Patrol numbers have dropped from 200+ to under 150 since COVID, and we’re at risk of not meeting our safety commitments. That’s why this EOFY, we’re launching a donation drive to support a $100,000 three-year plan to recruit, train, and retain volunteer lifesavers. The club has already committed $50,000 — and we’re aiming to raise the rest, with the first $10,000 matched dollar-for-dollar! Help us keep the red and yellow strong. Donate today — every dollar makes a difference.
Save the Date — Our Annual General Meeting will Save the Date — Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday 10 August 2025 at 2pm. Help shape the future of Whale Beach SLSC. Everyone is welcome, and we’d love to see you there. In our ongoing efforts to reduce waste and costs, this year’s Annual Report will be available digitally, with limited hard copies. To receive a printed version, please submit your request by 5pm, Monday 11 June via the button in Nat’s email. Printed copies will also be available at the Club in limited numbers.
IRB Training at Palm Beach SLSC We’re running IR IRB Training at Palm Beach SLSC We’re running IRB crew and driver training, starting with a mandatory induction on Sunday 6 July at 8am. Training sessions will be held on Saturday and Sunday mornings over several weeks, with assessment in September. EOIs are open now and close Friday 7 June – spots are limited and submitting an EOI does not guarantee a place. You can also express interest in other upcoming training opportunities using the same form. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
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Contact Us:

The Strand, Whale Beach,
New South Wales 2107

PO Box 354
Avalon NSW 2107

(02) 9974 4944
Emergency: Call 000 immediately

info@whalebeachslsc.com

Useful Links:

  • The Big Swim
  • Ocean Swims
  • SLS Sydney Northern Beaches
  • Surf Life Saving NSW
  • Surf Life Saving Australia

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We humbly acknowledge that Whale Beach SLSC operates on land historically belonging to the Garigal and Caregal people, embodying both the ancient and contemporary essence of the world's oldest living culture. In honoring this heritage, we deeply value and respect Indigenous knowledge systems as integral to Australia's wealth of knowledge. With utmost reverence, we recognize the enduring strength, resilience, and future potential of the Aboriginal community, paying our heartfelt respects to the Elders, past, present, and future.