Why we need sponsorsThe high cost of protecting & saving lives
Surf clubs are high maintenance
We depend on the generosity of our community businesses to assist us in keeping the surf club going.
Costs of running a surf club where does the money go
Where does the money go that is received by sponsors and supporters and is raised through fund-raising? Following is a list of basic equipment our Club needs to provide effective patrols.
Due to harsh operating conditions of sun, sand and salt water, the equipment has a limited life. For example an IRB has about five years and rescue boards three to four years.
| IRB (Inflatable Rescue Boat) | essential piece of equipment for quick response, mass rescues, immediate treatment of patient. | $17,000 | |
| All terrain vehicle | needed to provide a quick response to incidents and for mobile surveillance patrols on the 4 kilometres of beach to the north of the Club House. Also needed to get other equipment down to water. | $16,000 | |
| Outboard motors | 25hp motors for Rescue Boats | $4,000 | |
| Defibrillator | to prevent loss of life in case of acardiac arrest | $6,300 | |
| Oxy Viva | for recovery of patient following drowning, exhaustion, cardiac arrest, shock etc | $3,500 | |
| Handheld Radio | Communications is essential to coordinating effective response and working with other services | ||
| Spinal board | For patients who have suffered back or neck injuries | $550 | |
| Fist aid kit | Essential tool to treat stings, fractures, burns | $300 | |
| Rescue tube | Rescue flotation device | $100 | |
| Emergency kit | Pocket resuscitation masks, gloves etc | $60 | |
| Patrol Uniforms | For sun safety and quick identification of lifesavers | $60 | |