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Bronte Surf Life Saving Club Birthplace of Surf Life Saving, Est. 1903

We asked some of our patrollers what inspired them to do their Bronze Medallion. Here’s what they said.Meet Olivia Rosew...
16/10/2026

We asked some of our patrollers what inspired them to do their Bronze Medallion. Here’s what they said.

Meet Olivia Rosewall.

“I completed my Bronze when I was 25 because I wanted to give back to my community and loved that it also let me stay active. During my Bronze, I built strong ocean confidence, met some of my closest friends (including my recent bridesmaid!), and developed a strong connection to the Bronte community that gave me a true sense of belonging.”

Meet Dean Rawlings (our 2025-26 Rookie of the Year).

“I signed up for the Bronze when I was 34 hoping to further my knowledge and skills around the ocean, as well as connect with a community. I got everything and more in spades, including an incredible group of friends.”

Meet Ross Leighner.

“I was 36yo when I completed my Bronze.
I did the course to meet new people and challenge myself both physically and mentally. It reminded me that it’s never too late to try something new, push my boundaries and discover what I am capable of. What I love most is the sense of community, our shared commitment to promoting wellness, and being part of something bigger than myself.“

Thinking about doing your Bronze? Sign up for our Summer course and start your surf lifesaving adventures. Swim proficiencies will be held in the last week of November. Link in bio.

With the Surf Carnival season now upon us, it's time to celebrate our Surf Sports Team Member of the Year - Anna Torok.I...
27/09/2026

With the Surf Carnival season now upon us, it's time to celebrate our Surf Sports Team Member of the Year - Anna Torok.

If there's a carnival on, Anna has already put her hand up. She competes in almost everything Bronte enters, medalling at Branch and State level, and can't say no to a new discipline. She's dabbled in IRB crewing, stepped in as super-sub for the Women's Surf Boat, and in a kayak she's an absolute weapon. Only skis and soft sand running are left on her list.

If there's one thing she loves more than surf sport, it's swimming, anywhere and at any temperature: the English Channel, Rottnest Channel (solo, tandem and team), the Galapagos, an insane Ice Mile and Lake Wakatipu. Next up: swimming with whales in Tonga!

Loyal, all-in and always ready to get amongst it (right down to making sure the IRB team got their fish and chips on B2B day). Anna, we salute you!

📷 Noel Mclaughlin

Our 2025-26 Rescue of the Year Award winner is Bryce Cross.Around 4pm on Saturday 24 January, the tide was running out a...
26/09/2026

Our 2025-26 Rescue of the Year Award winner is Bryce Cross.

Around 4pm on Saturday 24 January, the tide was running out at the dunny bowl and the rip was swirling. The beach was closed, but about 50 swimmers were in the water at the northern end.

From the headland, Vice Captain Geoff Golovsky spotted a swimmer being pulled north and out, and radioed Bryce who was on the beach. As they spoke, the swimmer raised his hand for help. Bryce grabbed a tube and leapt in while new Bronzie Henry Adams stood by on a board. Within 60 seconds, the Bronte IRB was in position just off the breakers.

Bryce quickly secured the swimmer, and he and the lifeguard on duty brought him back along the rocks to shore, to a round of applause from the beach!

Club Captain Paul Watchman and Henry helped the patient up to the patrol tent. He was in shock but was assessed as okay. Our Rescuer of the Year came away with just a few scratches. Thank you Bryce for your commitment to surf lifesaving and protecting our community.

On the eve of patrol season we are celebrating our Patrol of the Year - Patrol 16!Patrol 16 might not be the loudest pat...
25/09/2026

On the eve of patrol season we are celebrating our Patrol of the Year - Patrol 16!

Patrol 16 might not be the loudest patrol on the roster, but they may well be the most reliable - which, when you're covering Bronte's traditionally tricky Sunday afternoon slot, is exactly what you want. Under Patrol Captain Brett Gordon and Vice Captain Dave Beves, P16 racked up zero no-show hours all season, a stat that shows how committed this team is. More than half the patrol clocked 50+ hours each, and their vigilance on the sand translated directly into the water and beyond: with 4 rescues and 583 preventative actions.

Brett and Dave take a thoughtful, intentional approach to building a great patrol. When patroller numbers dipped in the off-season, Brett didn't scramble to fill gaps, he put care and consideration into what the patrol needed, protecting the culture as well as the roster. P16 are proud quiet achievers on patrol, but they're also committed to each other off it, with regular quiz nights at the Robin Hood Hotel keeping the team tight. No fuss, no fanfare, just solid numbers, camaraderie, and consistency. All the characteristics of a great patrol! Well done Patrol 16.

📷 Noel Mclaughlin

Nine years in, our Patrol Captain of the Year, Tony Nolan has shaped Patrol 5 into a cohesive, collaborative team (who a...
24/09/2026

Nine years in, our Patrol Captain of the Year, Tony Nolan has shaped Patrol 5 into a cohesive, collaborative team (who also know how to have fun!). Tony leads with good humour and a steady hand, and the results speak for themselves: 17 patrollers clocking 684 hours this season, a "train hard, rescue easy" philosophy that turns boring beach closures into skills sessions, and beach clean-ups on quieter days.

Tony is who you want beside you when things go sideways, and this season they did. When Patrol 5 sprang into action during Bronte SLSC's Rescue of the Year, Tony's calm leadership helped turn a chaotic moment into a textbook rescue that saved a man's life.

From marshalling swimmers at the Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim to cracking jokes on hectic mornings (and even handing out nametags at our Club Awards!), Tony shows genuine community-mindedness in everything he does. Congratulations Tony.

📷 Noel Mclaughlin

Some people join a club and then start contributing; our IRB Team Member of the Year did it the other way around. Before...
23/09/2026

Some people join a club and then start contributing; our IRB Team Member of the Year did it the other way around. Before he was even a Bronte SLSC member, Lukas Affolter was already part of the IRB team, quietly pitching in on maintenance and helping improve the old IRB shed. Last year he made it official, enrolling in the Winter Bronze course and, within months, adding his IRB Crew certificate to become a fully-fledged member of the IRB Team. Lukas was a key figure in the mammoth undertaking of moving the IRB gear and equipment out of the old Club and helping set up the new temporary IRB shed. He also put in the hours preparing for gear inspection and getting the buoys and anchors ready for the

A steady wingman for our IRB Captain, Jochen Valdeck, Lukas and Jochen can often be found tinkering in the shed, having debates over various pieces of equipment or enjoying a quiet beverage together at the end of a long day of patrolling and maintenance. Thank you for everything and congratulations Lukas!

📷 Noel Mclaughlin

Oscar Nicholson is an energetic and enthusiastic Cadet on the rise and our next Bronte SLSC 2025-26 Youth Surf Lifesaver...
22/09/2026

Oscar Nicholson is an energetic and enthusiastic Cadet on the rise and our next Bronte SLSC 2025-26 Youth Surf Lifesaver of the Year.

With 41 patrol hours this season, Oscar also took on a leadership role for our Cadets Beach Safety Day, helping lead the CPR demonstrations across two weekends. Oscar showed flexibility and maturity in being able to quickly tailor the delivery of the programme based on whether he and the team were training adults, nippers or nipper parents. It was quite a sight to watch him commanding the attention of a crowd of enthusiastic nippers and teaching them essential lifesaving skills! Well done Oscar!

📷 Noel Mclaughlin

Continuing our celebration of Cadets, today we introduce our 2025-26 Youth Surf Lifesavers of the Year.Nevada Whalan was...
22/09/2026

Continuing our celebration of Cadets, today we introduce our 2025-26 Youth Surf Lifesavers of the Year.

Nevada Whalan was committed and enthusiastic this season, patrolling 51 hours and proved herself as an energetic contributor to Bronte Cadets. Nevada stood out from our 150+ strong Cadet cohort by taking a leadership role in our Cadets Beach Safety Day, running the beach tours across two weekends with a maturity beyond her years. Her good-natured attitude and positivity were a winning combination and we hope that Nevada will continue to grow as a Bronte Cadet (or there is always a future as a tour guide!).

📷 Noel Mclaughlin

Our next whiz kid on the beach is Frankie Hack.As a first-year SRC who only graduated into Cadets mid-season, Frankie’s ...
21/09/2026

Our next whiz kid on the beach is Frankie Hack.

As a first-year SRC who only graduated into Cadets mid-season, Frankie’s 85 patrol hours are a remarkable achievement. Always patrolling with a positive attitude and a willingness to help, Frankie also attended every session of the Dippers programme this year. An enthusiastic contributor to all aspects of the Cadet program, Frankie also encourages her peers to come down and patrol and contribute positively to the community.

Thank you Frankie!

📷 Noel Mclaughlin

We love our Bronte SLSC Cadets! This year we celebrate two U15 Surf Lifesavers of the Year; our first wunderkind is Sam ...
21/09/2026

We love our Bronte SLSC Cadets! This year we celebrate two U15 Surf Lifesavers of the Year; our first wunderkind is Sam Burrows.

Sam is one of our strongest and most competent Cadets on a surf rescue board and this year has helped with training other Cadets. Volunteering a huge 109 patrol hours this season, Sam is one of our Cadets who shows up and makes a positive contribution to patrols every Sunday. He continues to grow in skill and leadership and we hope and expect Sam to be a future leader of Bronte Cadets. Well done Sam!

📷 Noel Mclaughlin

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