Surfers save hundreds from drowning each year

Surfers save hundreds from drowning each year

A first-of-its-kind study by La Trobe University researchers shows surfers play a critical role in keeping people safe on unpatrolled beaches, potentially saving hundreds of lives each year.  More than 550 surfers across Victoria were surveyed as part of a...
Brothers recognised for heroic rescue

Brothers recognised for heroic rescue

Two Mornington Peninsula brothers have been recognised for their heroic efforts in saving three young women from a rip at Canadian Bay. Awarded by the Play It Safe By The Water (PISBTW) committee to people who have used their lifesaving and water safety skills to...
Surfers set to play key role in keeping beaches safe this summer

Surfers set to play key role in keeping beaches safe this summer

Surfers are set to play a key role in water safety this summer with the Surfers Rescue 24/7 Program due to begin in person sessions again from October 24th. The FREE Board Rescue and CPR program was initially created in New South Wales and has been adapted for...
17 Longboard State Titles awarded in perfect conditions at Point Impossible

17 Longboard State Titles awarded in perfect conditions at Point Impossible

2021 Victorian State Longboard Titles have been awarded today in perfect clean surf at Point Impossible with some incredible displays of surfing across the weekend from the States best longboarders.Standout of the weekend was Point Lonsdale surfer Bea Conroy who...
Surfers Rescue 24/7 Public Courses relaunch under COVID-Safe Plan

Surfers Rescue 24/7 Public Courses relaunch under COVID-Safe Plan

Surfing Victoria is excited to announce the re-start of public Surfers Rescue 24/7 Face-to-Face public courses under a COVID-safe plan. With the onset of the COVID19 Global Pandemic, all Surfers Rescue courses were put on hold in March. However with the easing of...