The start of April sees the Surf Girl Season drawing to a close.
So, get behind Sarah Boersen and support her last couple of fundraising events:
MR SUMMER SURF GIRL
See the North Burleigh IRB boys like never before!
Sunday 5th April 2009
Starts 3pm till late
Cost: $25 includes nibbles, 2 x drinks & pizza dinner
Buy tickets from the Surf Club office
200 CLUB
We need a new rescue boat and motor - the IRB team are joining forces with fellow competitor and Conrad Jupiters Summer Surf Girl, Sarah Boersen, to raise funds to purchase this vital life saving equipment.
3 chances to win a part of over $10,000 worth of Sponsorship!
Single Platinum - 1 Ticket for $100
Multi Platinum - 3 Tickets for $270 or 6 Tickets for $500
Drawn at 3pm, 19th April 2009.
Contact the North Burleigh SLSC Office for further details:
p: 07 5576 1604
e: office@northburleighslsc.com.au
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Sunday, March 29, 2009
IN THE NEWS - SURF GIRL WINS VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR 2008
Conrad Jupiters Summer Surf Girl, Sarah Boersen, has been recognised as a 2008 Volunteer of the Year for her philanthropic support of the North Burleigh Surf Life Saving Club and will receive a prize donation of $A10,000 for North Burleigh SLSC.
Recognised by her employer, Macquarie Group and its philanthropic arm, the Macquarie Group Foundation, the annual Macquarie Staff Community Awards program acknowledges the outstanding community contributions of its staff, as well as the organisations they serve.
Sarah has been awarded the Volunteer of the Year Award, which is given to a dedicated volunteer who devotes significant time and efforts to a not-for-profit organisation.
Sarah is North Burleigh Surf Life Saving Club's fundraiser and spokesperson as the Club's nominated Conrad Jupiters Summer Surf Girl, a fundraising initiative of Surf Life Saving Queensland. She organises a number of fundraising events throughout the lifesaving season. She also assists with the training of new crewman of the Inflatable Rescue Boats and organises the water safety at Brisbane's annual Open Water Ocean Swim. In addition, Sarah is an active volunteer for the National Breast Cancer Foundation and supports Macquarie Group Foundation initiatives such as Big Buddy - a one-on-one reading guidance and mentorship program for primary school children.
Kylie Parmley from the North Burleigh Surf Life Saving Club is very grateful for Sarah's time and commends her dedication.
Recognised by her employer, Macquarie Group and its philanthropic arm, the Macquarie Group Foundation, the annual Macquarie Staff Community Awards program acknowledges the outstanding community contributions of its staff, as well as the organisations they serve.
Sarah has been awarded the Volunteer of the Year Award, which is given to a dedicated volunteer who devotes significant time and efforts to a not-for-profit organisation.
Sarah is North Burleigh Surf Life Saving Club's fundraiser and spokesperson as the Club's nominated Conrad Jupiters Summer Surf Girl, a fundraising initiative of Surf Life Saving Queensland. She organises a number of fundraising events throughout the lifesaving season. She also assists with the training of new crewman of the Inflatable Rescue Boats and organises the water safety at Brisbane's annual Open Water Ocean Swim. In addition, Sarah is an active volunteer for the National Breast Cancer Foundation and supports Macquarie Group Foundation initiatives such as Big Buddy - a one-on-one reading guidance and mentorship program for primary school children.
Kylie Parmley from the North Burleigh Surf Life Saving Club is very grateful for Sarah's time and commends her dedication.
"Sarah is a highly committed and devoted member of the Club and has truly made an impact on those she works with. Through Sarah's fundraising and volunteering efforts, she has significantly helped raise the community profile of the North Burleigh Surf Life Saving Club. The funds that Sarah has raised will assist the Club in purchasing and maintaining vital life saving equipment," said Kylie Parmley.
Julie White, Head of the Macquarie Group Foundation, said the Foundation places great importance on supporting the community efforts of its staff.
"The contribution of Macquarie Group staff - as volunteers, fundraisers, board members of not-for-profit organisations and pro bono service providers - continues to grow from strength to strength, significantly enhancing Macquarie's overall community effort.
"We are very proud of this year's record number nominees for the Macquarie Staff Community Awards and I would like to congratulate Sarah on her efforts and the contribution she has made to the North Burleigh Surf Life Saving Club.
Julie White, Head of the Macquarie Group Foundation, said the Foundation places great importance on supporting the community efforts of its staff.
"The contribution of Macquarie Group staff - as volunteers, fundraisers, board members of not-for-profit organisations and pro bono service providers - continues to grow from strength to strength, significantly enhancing Macquarie's overall community effort.
"We are very proud of this year's record number nominees for the Macquarie Staff Community Awards and I would like to congratulate Sarah on her efforts and the contribution she has made to the North Burleigh Surf Life Saving Club.
Peter Connell named "Official of the Year"
North Burleigh SLSC Life Member, Peter Connell, has been named the 2008 Australian Official of the Year.
Peter's tireless efforts were noted at at the Awards of Excellence function for the Australian Titles in Perth in front of fellow officials and Surf Life Saving Executives.
This award recognises and rewards officials who have made a significant contribution to the area of officiating within surf lifesaving with regards to both the commitment shown to officiating over the calendar year and their contribution towards official's educational development.
Essential Criteria
1. Must be an SLSA member
2. Must be a current accredited surf sports official throughout the 2008 calendar year
3. It will need to be demonstrated that the nominated official has outstanding achievement(s) in respect to lifesaving officiating at an international and/or national and/or state level
4. The nominated surf sports officials will be those who present a positive image of the role of surf sports officiating and surf lifesaving
5. Demonstration that the nominated official is involved with official's education
Peter's contribution included-
- Officiating at many local, regional, state, national and international carnivals, including referee for World Masters Championships in 2008.
- Presented a pool clinic for more than 50 competitors and officials prior to the Northern Australian Pool Championships
- Also contributes to a number of advisory boards at State and National level.
Congratulations to Peter from your friends at North Burleigh!
Peter's tireless efforts were noted at at the Awards of Excellence function for the Australian Titles in Perth in front of fellow officials and Surf Life Saving Executives.
This award recognises and rewards officials who have made a significant contribution to the area of officiating within surf lifesaving with regards to both the commitment shown to officiating over the calendar year and their contribution towards official's educational development.
Essential Criteria
1. Must be an SLSA member
2. Must be a current accredited surf sports official throughout the 2008 calendar year
3. It will need to be demonstrated that the nominated official has outstanding achievement(s) in respect to lifesaving officiating at an international and/or national and/or state level
4. The nominated surf sports officials will be those who present a positive image of the role of surf sports officiating and surf lifesaving
5. Demonstration that the nominated official is involved with official's education
Peter's contribution included-
- Officiating at many local, regional, state, national and international carnivals, including referee for World Masters Championships in 2008.
- Presented a pool clinic for more than 50 competitors and officials prior to the Northern Australian Pool Championships
- Also contributes to a number of advisory boards at State and National level.
Congratulations to Peter from your friends at North Burleigh!
Congratulations to the North Burleigh Australian Titles Team
A huge CONGRATULATIONS to all North Burleigh competitors who competed at the 2009 Australian Championships in Perth. Special mention to our medallists:
GOLD
Georgia Devlin - U17 female beach sprint
Paul Sheahan - 45-49 years male beach sprint
Kirsty Bowlay - 30-34 years female surf race, rescue tube
Andy Kelckhoven - 30-34 years male beach flags
200+ years surf boat - Paul Davies (sweep), Peter Hallett, Colin Schulz, Graham Barr, Julius Czerny
SILVER
Hayden Smith - Open Restricted Surf Race
Paige Cooper - Open female 2km beach run
140+ years male beach relay - Paul Sheahan, Andy Kelckhoven, James Castle, Shane Roberts
Kirsty Bowlay - 30-34 years female ironwoman, surf board
Helena Grono - 35-39 years female beach flags
BRONZE
U19 male rescue tube rescue - Simon Carlton, Samuel Hunt, Kurt Roberts, James Ridley
Helena Grono - 35-39 years female beach sprint
A special thanks must also go to Alan Young and Greg Ward for all of their organisational efforts as well as all Team Managers and Chaperones.
To the Coaches - Michael Murray, Matt Jones and Jamie McGuiggan - thank you for all of your support and efforts throughout the season... the commitment to the competitors and the Club is well respected and appreciated!
Finally, to Eric Hay - thank you on behalf of North Burleigh for your tireless efforts leading into the event as well as taking the time to drive all of the equipment to Perth and back.. special thanks also to George Whillans who took the time out to assist you with the drive this year.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL!
GOLD
Georgia Devlin - U17 female beach sprint
Paul Sheahan - 45-49 years male beach sprint
Kirsty Bowlay - 30-34 years female surf race, rescue tube
Andy Kelckhoven - 30-34 years male beach flags
200+ years surf boat - Paul Davies (sweep), Peter Hallett, Colin Schulz, Graham Barr, Julius Czerny
SILVER
Hayden Smith - Open Restricted Surf Race
Paige Cooper - Open female 2km beach run
140+ years male beach relay - Paul Sheahan, Andy Kelckhoven, James Castle, Shane Roberts
Kirsty Bowlay - 30-34 years female ironwoman, surf board
Helena Grono - 35-39 years female beach flags
BRONZE
U19 male rescue tube rescue - Simon Carlton, Samuel Hunt, Kurt Roberts, James Ridley
Helena Grono - 35-39 years female beach sprint
A special thanks must also go to Alan Young and Greg Ward for all of their organisational efforts as well as all Team Managers and Chaperones.
To the Coaches - Michael Murray, Matt Jones and Jamie McGuiggan - thank you for all of your support and efforts throughout the season... the commitment to the competitors and the Club is well respected and appreciated!
Finally, to Eric Hay - thank you on behalf of North Burleigh for your tireless efforts leading into the event as well as taking the time to drive all of the equipment to Perth and back.. special thanks also to George Whillans who took the time out to assist you with the drive this year.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL!
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Vale - Brian "Barney the Bear" Lyndon
On Friday 27th February 2009, North Burleigh said good bye to one of its past heroes... Mr Brian "Barney the Bear" Lyndon.
Barney passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2009.
Barney was presented with Royal Humane Society's Medal by the Australian High Commissioner in London in 1959 for a surf rescue of Phil O'Neil assisted by Life Member, Tom Holmes.
Also of note is that Barney won North Burleigh's first Australian title at a Surf Carnival - Australian Pillow Fight Champion in 1966.
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