Both SLSNSW and SLSA annually present an Awards of Excellence function to recognise and reward members who have made an outstanding contribution to the delivery and development of surf lifesaving activities across several different SLS portfolio areas. The Awards of Excellence function is inclusive to all members and the public to attend. The night is about recognising achievements and acknowledging members for their contribution and commitment to the communities in which they live. Their efforts reflect Surf Life Saving’s position as a vital rescue and emergency service and how their actions position the movement as a valued and beloved organisation to the broader community. Awards not presented on this night will be awarded at appropriate forums.
Refer to the latest SLSNSW Awards of Excellence webpage for more information.
SLS Core Awards
SLS Core Awards are those that are recognised annually at both the SLSA and the SLSNSW Awards of Excellence, with SLSNSW award winners progressing to represent SLSNSW at a national level. The following categories are eligible for both NSW and national recognition.
- Assessor of the Year
- Athlete of the Year
- SLSC of the Year
- Coach of the Year
- Community Education Program of the Year
- Lifeguard of the Year
- National Innovation of the Year
- Official of the Year
- Surf Lifesaver of the Year
- Trainer of the Year
- Volunteer of the Year
- Youth Athlete of the Year
- Youth Surf Lifesaver of the Year
Refer to the latest SLSA Recognition & Appreciation Framework in addition to the annual SLSA Awards of Excellence circular in the SLS Members Area for more detailed information on the core award criteria. The Framework also covers available recognition awards, outlines the requirements and criteria of awards, application processes and due dates, along with award information, presentation details as well as nomination forms.
SLSNSW Specific Awards
SLSNSW specific awards are those only recognised at the annual SLSNSW Awards of Excellence. SLSNSW specific awards include:
- Administrator of the Year
- Branch of the Year
- Facilitator of the Year
- Innovation of the Year
- Junior Lifesaver of the Year
- Masters Athlete of the Year
- Patrol Captain of the Year
- Rescue of the Year (the Rescue of the Year award is selected from the state Rescue of the Month winners)
- Services Team of the Year
- Rescue Services Member of the Year
- Surf Sports Team of the Year
- Youth Volunteer of the Year
Refer to the latest SLSNSW Awards of Excellence webpage for more detailed information on the core award criteria. The site also covers nomination opening and closing dates, nomination submission and endorsement procedures, tips for writing a good nomination and the form of acknowledgement (e.g., trophy or certificate).
Note:
SLSNSW may also issue certificates of appreciation for outstanding service or support beyond that which is to be expected of a member, non-member, company or group.
They may also put forward member nominees for other state-level awards such as the NSW Community Sports Awards awarded through Sport NSW and recognise outstanding achievements and contributions to community sport in NSW.