Sutherland Shire Council employs professional Lifeguards to patrol the beaches in Bate Bay year round. Council Lifeguards are highly trained in all facets of water safety and through council’s surf education programs, have been providing surf education and survival training for more than 20 years. Surf Hero is a new initiative to increase the reach of our surf safety messages.
Council Lifeguards wear a blue and white uniform with LIFEGUARD printed in red lettering.
Volunteer lifesavers, in partnership with council lifeguards, patrol beaches on weekends and public holidays during summer. Easily recognised by their red and yellow uniforms, they offer expert assistance and support. The Bate Bay beaches are served by four surf life saving clubs, running programs like nippers, patrols, sports events, training, and accreditation. For details on programs or membership, contact the respective club administration.
Surf Life Saving Clubs in Sutherland Shire
For over 50 years, Tradies has been an important part of the Sutherland Shire community. It has been the major financial partner that enabled this site to be created. Tradies’ staff are committed to helping those in need and this is illustrated by the Community Service Volunteer Program where staff donate their time and wages to help local community groups. Visit www.tradies.com.au for more information.
Are committed to surf safety and have been central to developing SURFHERO. Each run programs for kids, volunteer activities, competitive sport development, surf safety research and promote active and healthy lifestyles. We encourage schools and the community to book programs provided by these organisations. Check them out via the links on our Partners page here.
These are surf education based companies that provide programs that schools (particularly those not in the Sutherland Shire) may like to take advantage of. These businesses are provided adverting space on SURFHERO in order to promote surf education opportunities. Check them out via the links on our Other Providers page here.
