11th Semaphore SLSC President elected

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Former Club Captain Paul Breden has taken on the role of Club President at Semaphore SLSC, describing the election to the position as an honour and a privilege. He was formally announced as the Club’s new leader at the AGM on Sunday by outgoing President Mick Kenny.

Raelene Donnell continues as Vice President, while former Communications Officer Kate Newman is the new Secretary, Brad Clee the Treasurer and Andrew Edwards has stepped up to become Club Captain.

Heather Eckert continues as Chief Instructor, Craig Andrews is the new Senior Sports Officer and Ian Biggs remains the Junior Sports Officer. Alli Bampton continues in her role as Buildings and Facilities Officer, while Mick Jarvis has taken on Corporate and Community Relations Officer.

Other Club Officers announced:

  • Club Vice Captain – Damien Puyenbroek
  • Membership Registrar – Steph Breden
  • Asset Control Officer – Heather Eckert
  • IRB Coordinator – Mick Jarvis
  • Boat Coordinator – Steve Sims
  • Swim Coordinator – Sam Brown
  • Board Coordinator – Sean McKenzie
  • Beach Coordinator – Jeff Bampton
  • Gym Coordinator – Todd Bampton
  • Touring Team Manager – Michelle Richards

There are still a number of Officer positions available and we are encouraging members to consider one of these roles. No experience is necessary, simply a willingness to be a part of a dynamic team that is focused on moving the Club forward. Roles still vacant include:

  • Patron
  • Vice Patron
  • Junior Surf Sports Secretary
  • Senior Surf Sports Secretary
  • Communications and Media Officer
  • Youth Development Officer
  • Apparel Officer
  • Ski Coordinator
  • Canteen Manager
  • Inclusion Officer

If you would like to discuss any of these roles further please email secretary@semaphoreslsc.com.au

Meantime one of our former Presidents Neil Bisset was awarded a Life Membership, acknowledgement of his commitment to the Club and Surf Lifesaving SA.

Neil raising funds for the Club

The New Board of Management would like to thank Mick Kenny and the previous Board and Club Officers for their efforts during a time of great change and development.

Board Members are excited about the Club’s future and are committed to moving forward as a Family Club, bringing people together.

Female Youth IRB Crew Course

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Semaphore SLSC is set to run a Female Youth IRB Crew Course.

An information session will be held Tuesday August 6th @ 6:30pm in the Club training room (will go for approx. 1 hour)

Participants must be 15 years old and above, be Bronze medal proficient and have their parent/guardian’s permission.

All sessions will be held on Saturday mornings from August 10th, 2019 starting at  8.30am and finishing by noon.

Assessment will take place on September 22nd, 2019.

Participants must attend at least  4 of the sessions.

There are only six positions available in this initial course. Another course will be run in late October.

For more information contact IRB Captain Mick Jarvis on 0403 329 204 or email maxsamus8@yahoo.com

Mixed Grill – Get on it!

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Success for Semaphore at the State Pool Championships

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On Sunday 7th July, Semaphore had two members representing the club at the 2019 State Pool Championships.

Raelene Donnell was on pool deck all day organising medals and collating results in her capacity as an official. Raelene continues to represent the Club well, with her tireless efforts to support competitors. Another champion performance!

Meantime Connor Tunbridge competed in the under 17 age group, pick up a swag of medals along the way! Here are his results:

Gold in the 200m Super Lifesaver 

Bronze  in the 100m Manikin Tow with fins

Bronze in the 200m Obstacle Race

Bronze in the 100m Rescue Medley

Connor also filled in with other clubs in composite relay teams where another bronze medal was collected in a team from South Port.

With good individual results Connor has been rewarded with a place in the South Australian team that will compete in the interstates competition on the Gold Coast in August.

This will be followed up by 2 days competing in the Australian Pool Championships following the interstates competition. A brilliant effort from the youngster!

Have your say about the Club’s future

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A reminder that the Semaphore SLSC AGM will be held this Sunday July 28th at 4pm. This is your chance, as a member, to contribute to the Club’s future direction. It’s YOUR Club, be an active part of it.

IRB Camp this weekend

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A Reminder that the Semaphore SLSC IRB Camp at Pt Elliot/Middleton is on this Saturday.

Be on the beach at 9am ready to go.

Stews and Brews Night

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Get along to the Club this Thursday night for some fabulous winter food!

Sunday Sessions at the Club

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Working with Children Checks

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The State Government has made legislative changes to strengthen its screening laws, including transitional arrangements for a new working with children check effective from 1 July 2019. The Department of Human Services (DHS) in South Australia is working to communicate these changes to create awareness and educate South Australians on requirements for these new working with children checks. 

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