January 2012

Kawana Surf Life Saving Club

Blue Star Review

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From the President

RETIREMENT: Thank you and best wishes to our Club Administrator and Life member, Jill Willis , who has decided after many months of long service leave, a change is in order. We wish Jill well in retirement and thank her for her overall contribution to the Club. Jill has offered to assist with her vast knowledge of the Club and Surf Lifesaving in general and looks forward to continuing on as a volunteer. Jill has been involved with the Club since its inception and employed as Club Administrator for the past 11 years. Club President, Warren Matthews, wishes Jill all the best in

Warren Matthews
retirement on behalf of all Surf Club and Supporters members, both past and present. Thank you Jill, and see you around the Club. JILLS FAREWELL When: 11 February, 2012 Time: 4.30pmat the Club All welcome, please come and join Jill for an afternoon to celebrate her time as Club Administra-

BRONZE COURSE Commences 05.02.2012

IRBC COURSE Commences 04.02.2012

SMBBM COURSE 04.02.2012

Inside this issue:

Club Captain Gear for Sale Junior Activities 2 2 2

Half Yearly General Meeting

Refer to attached Notice of Meeting to be held on Saturday, 11th of February, 2012

Surf Boats
Our womens crew have placed 4th overall in the Navy Series. An outstanding effort up against the big clubs. Congratulations to Mel, Natasha, Stacey, Emily and Andre. They are currently seeking sponsors contact Andre for further information. They continue their competition in the AussieBum Avengers Series - Good luck girls!

Westpac Sponsorship 2

Donations

Training & Education Supporters Club Date Claimers

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Mr Kawana
Who will be Mr Kawana 2012? Book in the 18th of February - for a night of laughs and entertainment. Buy your tickets at the Club. More information attached.

Attachments: Notice of Meeting Westpac Information 2012 Mr Kawana Australia Day

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Club Captain
Thank-you to all our members that assisted with patrols over the Christmas & New Years period. Your attendance was greatly appreciated. AUSTRALIA DAY BBQ All Members young & old, nippers to masters, parents & family are invited down to the club for our Annual Australia Day BBQ, there will be cricket and other activities too. PATROL CAPTAINS There will be a Patrol Captains Meeting 10:00am Australia Day, before the festivities, all are welcome to attend. PATROL INSPECTIONS Two out of six inspections completed to date. We have scored 340/350 & 336/350. Well Done to the Patrols involved. Patrol Caps and uniforms still a problem. PATROL ROSTER: This will be circulated in the near future. COURSE Branch has been kind enough to assist us, by running a Silver Medallion Basic Beach Management Course, Saturday Feb 4th 8:00am - 1:30pm. RSVP by Jan 27th. This is a great course for current and perspective Patrol Captains. Prerequisites are; BM with either a proficient FA, RO, ARC or ART. Thanks & See you on the Beach. Dean Johns Mobile: 0422 122 339 Email: drjohnsy@gmail.com

Junior Activities
Our Ewan Maddock Dam Christmas Breakup was washed out and they have been happy for us to reschedule. We will be now looking to hold the day on the Nipper Break-up/Trophy day as we will have use of their hall. Points day was held last weekendgood work to all the nippers who participated. Good luck to the U8-U10s with the Alexandra Headlands carnival this weekend.

Gear for Sale

Westpac Sponsorship
Thank you Westpac! Westpac has recently made a donation to our club and will now donate a percentage of new and re-financed home or investment loans settled by them back to our Surf Club. SPECIAL FOR MEMBERS: Currently $0 application fee or waive the first year Premium Package Annual fee on home and investment home loans over $150 000. (Terms and conditions apply) For further information please refer to the attached flyer and support our sponsor as they support us!

Donations:
Marine Licence Thanks to Jim Kneale (Needalicence) who donated 2 marine licence courses for our members recently. If you are looking to obtain your marine licence contact Jim, Needalicence 40 Allambi Terrace, Noosa Heads Phone: 0438 110 623 IRBs Phil (AutobarnLogan City) has offered to supply oils and other items for the IRBs to date he has donated $180 worth of oil for the IRBs for patrols.
Club gear for sale contact the office for more details

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BRONZE MEDALLION COURSE: Course to commence 05.02.12. Meet at the Club at 8am. Register your interest via the Surf Office. The following is a guide of training times: Tuesday 6 8 pmTheory Sunday 8 11.00 amPractical Wednesday 5.45 to 6.45pmSwim training (Swim training is not compulsory but a good way to improve your swim fitness) All members are invited to attend the swim training. IRBC COURSE: Course to commence on 04.02.2012 Must be a proficient Bronze holder and a minimum of 15 years old. Meet at the club with your togs, etc 8am to 12pm Saturday and Sunday over 2 weekends . Exam scheduled for 12.02.2012. Register your interest at the office . SWIM TRAINING: Is back on Wednesday at Kawana Aquatic Centre 5.45pm to 6.45pm PROFICIENCIES All proficiencies should be completed If you have not done so contact Dan to discuss.

Dan Donahoe
MARINE LICENCE: We are seeking expressions of interest for a marine licence course. Register your interest with the Surf Office or call Kane for further information on 0411 455 401

CERTIFICATES: Please collect your certificates from the Surf Office. If you have completed any awards including: Bronze Medallion, ATV, 4WD and First Aid. PHOTO REQUEST Chasing any club photos. If you have photos of: Surf Sports, Training & Education, Lifesaving, Nippers, anything club related. I would appreciate a copy to use in future newsletters, the annual report and other marketing.

Supporters Club
January Bist ro Special300g Rump with lemon peppered calamari and a creamy garlic sauce served with your choice of chips & salad or vegetables

Daily Bistro Specials

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday cials Seafood Specials Cheap Tuesday Pasta Night Schnitzel Special Chefs assorted spe-

Date Claimers
JANUARY 26th 10am Patrol Captains meeting 12pm Club BBQ/Cricket

BREAKFAST AT THE SURF CLUB

JOIN US EVERY SUNDAY MORNING FROM 8AM TILL 10AM FOR OUR BREAKFAST BY THE BEACH WHY NOT TRY OUR BOATIES BIG BREAKFAST OR CREATE YOUR OWN

FEBRUARY 4th SMBBM Course IRBC Course 5th Bronze Medallion 11th 3pm

ONLY $24.90

Half Yearly General Meeting 4.30pm Jills Farewell 18th 20125 Mr Kawana

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ADVERTISING SPACE
We are offering this space to members to advertise their business. Simply supply a business card sized advertisement and your business will be circulated to our Surf Club members for ten editions. Your outlay will be $220.00. Limited space available. Contact the surf office with
Address: 99 Pacific Blvd Buddina QLD 4575 PO Box 152 BUDDINA QLD 4575

any inquiries.
Phone: 5444 8642 E-mail:surfadmin@kawanasurfclub.com.au www.kawanasurfclub.com.au

Kawana Waters Surf Life Saving Club Inc

Sponsors
On behalf of Kawana Waters Surf Life Saving Club, we would like to thank all our sponsors for their continued support.

Donations
CASH DONATIONS Val Burns Mark Bishop Sam Tyle Len Smith Ray Thornton GRANTS Telstra Assistance Fund 2011 DCS Sustainability

IN KIND DONATIONS Lincoln Pest Control Taylor-Squires Pty Ltd Kawana Hardware Red Energy Promotions Westpac Kawana Needalicence AutobarnLogan City Port O Call