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“Future Vision 20-20” 2015

PORT FAIRY SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB

“Life Saving Centre”

“FUTURE VISION 20-20”


Contents Page

Purpose an Background Annual Report Highlights Club Membership Present Environment Current Building Usage Analysis SWOT Analysis Market and Industry Trends Operational Analysis – Core Activities Financials 2014 – 2015 Business of the Future Vision and Goals Future Potential Education and Training Within the Club Education and Training External Plans Development Budget

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Appendices: Appendix 1 – ABS Statistics Appendix 2 – Club Membership Stats Appendix 3 – Club Membership Trends

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9 September 2015


PORT FAIRY SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB

DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS PLAN 2015

Purpose

The purpose of this document is to demonstrate the viability of the Club in

seeking funding to construct educational and dry and wet training areas and

a maintenance facility as part of the clubhouse.

Background

The Port Fairy Surf Life Saving Club (the Club) records its inception in 1924

when it was formed as the “Royal” Swimming and Life Saving Club. After a

recess during World War II it was re-formed as a “Surf” Life Saving Club in 1952.

The Club is affiliated with Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) and Life Saving

Victoria (LSV). It is one of fifty-seven lifesaving clubs in Victoria and is the only

life saving club in the Moyne Shire. The Club is incorporated and is managed

by a Board of Directors.

From humble beginnings in 1952 when members used a section of the public

dressing sheds at the East beach to store equipment, then a Nissan hut, and

in 1963 the Club boasted a clubhouse situated on the beach front. This was

built with voluntary labour, including the making of the concrete bricks for the

lower story. In 2000, the current clubhouse was completed utilising a

$100,000.00 loan from Moyne Shire Council (MSC) which was repaid by the

Club over the next ten years.

The first woman to gain the Bronze Medallion participated in a rescue during

the 1980’s. The inclusion of women in rescue activities in 1980’s promoted the

Club’s survival and surf life saving in Port Fairy.


Annual Report Highlights

1996 – 1997

Club Membership – 166.

The boat crew had great success winning the Victorian Masters

Championship in their age section. The purchase of new fibre carbon oars

increased competitiveness.

1997 – 1998


45 Nippers for the summer sessions. Inflatable Rescue Boats (IRB’s) are now

seen as the frontline for rescue operations. Sponsored by a private company

the new IRB and rescue board took the Club into the new era. The Club’s

association with the Port Fairy/Belfast Lions Club provided many opportunities

to raise funds including the New Year’s Day Duck Derby.

1998 – 1999


50 – 60 Nippers per summer sessions. An advisory finance sub-board of

management was formed with Port Fairy/Belfast Lions members and a legal

advisor. Significant upgrading of equipment and new clubrooms was to

commence and scheduled for completion by December 1999. An influx of

new teenage members added to the success of the Club.

1999 – 2000


Construction of a new clubhouse started. Patrols operated from shipping

containers until the new building was finished with the Club handing over

$86,000 to Moyne Shire Council (MSC) towards the building. The building

opened in May 2000. The Masters Boat crew continued their wins.


2000 – 2001


Top floor of the clubrooms completed utilising a $100,000 loan through the

MSC. It included an area that could be leased out as a restaurant from which

the income would service the loan and improve the Club's financial base.

The Club gained 10 bronze medallions and nine surf life saving certificates.

Club patrols gained second place in the State competitions plus a silver

medal in the State’s nipper championships.

Building account was opened with $10,328 deposited.

2004 – 2005


159 swimmers registered for the Inaugural Moyneyana 1.2km Ocean Swim.

78 Nippers registered for the summer season. LSV was formally recognised as

one of the State’s emergency services becoming aligned with other

emergency service providers and the Club was formally invited onto the

Municipal Emergency Board. The Club put a development proposal to the

MSC seeking financial security into the future. The Club sought feedback

from the wider community on the facility development proposal.

Building account - $36,820.

2005 – 2006

Club Membership – 231 (from Toolong, Koroit, Yambuk, Killarney, Kirkstall &

Port Fairy).

94 Nippers registered for the year. 213 Moyneyana Ocean Swimmers. The

Club Board of Directors decided to work towards a major development of the

facility. The Club sought approval and input from MSC.



2006 – 2007


187 starters in the third Moyneyana Ocean Swim. 120 Nippers registered for

the year and 85 for the 10 summer activities sessions. Nippers were involved in

3 carnivals including hosting Western Region Nipper Carnival on Australia Day

with 250 Nippers participating. This year also saw the introduction of the Lorna

Stokie Junior Female Champion Award.


2007 – 2008


175 Nippers registered. 192 Moyneyana Ocean Swimmers. The Club finalises

a lease agreement with MSC for use of the clubrooms. The Club Board of

Directors considered engaging a part-time Administrator to help in the

administration of the Club. 2008 Victorian Masters Championships – team of

10 competitors including 2 boat crews. A swag of medals ensured positive

commentary every time Club competitors participated.


2008 – 2009


Close to 200 registered Nippers. 170 Moyneyana Ocean Swimmers. The Club

took delivery of a new surf boat through sponsorship of Index Forestry Limited.

Marine Rescue Service was welcomed as a sub-group of the Club. Inaugural

shield in the name of Chris Quinn was awarded. First ever women’s crew to

compete for the Club, “Firebirds” was formed. LSV part funded the Club

Administrator who was appointed to manage finance and administration.

Data was entered into the online SLSA database, one of the few clubs with all

data online and therefore well set-up for future operations. Audio Visual

equipment was installed in the Ray and Lorna Stokie Club training room.



2009 – 2010


235 Moyneyana Ocean Swimmers. Over 200 registered Nippers and

competed in 4 carnivals. A loan/grant was received from the Port Fairy Folk

Festival (PFFF) to fund renovations of the restaurant venue area. ‘Charlie’s on

East’ leased the area. June 2010 the last building loan payment was made to

MSC.

Building account - $68,889

2010 – 2011


221 for the Moyneyana Ocean Swim. 182 Nippers and competed in State

titles. The first Port Fairy Marine Rescue Service report received. A member

honoured the Club by winning the ‘Open Women’s’ 2km run at the Victorian

championships and as well she participated at the Australian national titles in

Queensland. Development of the website www.portfairyslsc.org.au

Building account – just under $100,000.

2011 – 2012


259 participated in the Moyneyana Ocean Swim. 200 Nippers took part in the

Nippers program who were trained for the move to the youth development

program. Six members started training in the youth development program

with 15-20 turning up over the summer. Two members competed and

performed very well at their first open carnival. Erosion along the eastern

beach foreshore especially in front of the clubhouse continues to be of

concern. The ‘Shearwaters’ boat crew were finalists in the masters section at

the Australian championships. The ‘Firebirds’ boat crew competed

throughout the season and achieved a silver medal at the Victorian masters

championships. Port Fairy Lions Club supported and sponsored new Dolphin

racing boards.


http://www.portfairyslsc.org.au/


2012 – 2013


204 Nippers registered and 5 medals won at Victorian state championships.

249 starters in the Moyneyana ocean swim. The Club had a huge year for

member achievements. Medals in the world titles held in South Australia. Port

Fairy hosted the second carnival in the Navy Series Surf Boat Competition with

more than 50 crews attending from across Australia. Additional 9 medals

were won by senior members and 3 boat crews at subsequent carnivals.

A computer controlled and monitored locking system was installed to the

Club area. The Club applied for a Victorian state government grant for a

dedicated training room as well as a wet training area and storage space.

This was unsuccessful. A consulting firm was engaged to review the Club's

development strategy and to update the Club’s business plan. Members

competed in world championships, State and regional carnivals and the

Australian titles with medals, competing well above their age group. Pacific

Hydro and Port Fairy Lions Club enabled the youth development program to

purchase 5 new racing boards.


2013 – 2014


231 Moyneyana ocean swimmers. 22 swimmers for the inaugural 500m swim.

247 Nippers. The new Club constitution came into effect enabling the Club to

operate under the Department of Justice model rules. High points of the year

included a member taking out a gold medal at the Australian national

championships in Perth as well as the other attending members doing very

well in their respective activities. Members also did the Club proud at the

State championships in Ocean Grove and the junior State championships in

Warrnambool. The youth development program in its third year is proving a

great initiative for the group with 6 members competing in the Australian titles

in Perth. The skill and dedication of the beach patrols ensured safety for the

water loving public. Repairs to the sea wall along the beachfront parallel to

the carpark has improved the safety for beach goers and arrested erosion.

Bluestone rocks have been placed along the top of the dune giving the

public opportunity to enjoy the ocean vista. The concept of a Club training

centre is progressing with plans developed and a building development

committee established.

Building account - $ 182,727.


2014 – 2015


269 Nippers. 262 for the Moyneyana ocean swim. 32 swimmers for the second

500 metre swim. The highlight of this season was the two day State surf life

saving carnival held in Port Fairy 28 February 2015 with over 1000 competitors

which was a huge effort by the Club with backing from MSC. The last State

carnival held in Port Fairy was in 1975. This was a great event with over 300

participating life savers from across Victoria competing with Club members

excelling in their various events. Purchased this year was an IRB, 3 surf skis, 5

surf boards and 10 nipper boards. A timber patrol platform was constructed

giving an uninterrupted view of the beach in both directions. A total of 357

awards were made at the senior’s presentation night with many awards also

at the end-of-year nippers presentation night. Club members actively assist

the Port Fairy Coastal Group Inc in monitoring the East beach erosion.

Building account – $225,000.

Membership

Refer to Appendix 2 for detailed data on Club membership.

Total Members

Female

Male


The PRESENT Environment

Current Building Usage.

The current building consists of;

Upper Level

Restaurant area

shared space – training/restaurant/events

small office

Lower Level

equipment storage/maintenance/training/toilets/change rooms

Lease arrangement – In July 2008 the Club entered into a lease arrangement

with the MSC for the clubhouse. The term of the lease was for twenty-one

years, commencing on 1 September 2007. The permitted use of the building is

for surf life saving club rooms, a restaurant and function centre. Contained in

the lease agreement, the Club had the approval to sub-let part of the

premises.

Upper Floor Facilities:

Social activities –The restaurant leased to ‘Charlie’s on East’ serves as a

meeting place for members, friends, visitors and the general public as well as

being available for Club functions.

Restaurant

Area

Shared Area

(Club Training /

Education area)

Small Office

Bi-fold

door


Office/Administration area – A small office/administration area is located at

the Southern end of the upper level, but does not provide a ‘front’ or an

'entry' for the Club to attract new members or visitors. There is currently no

evidence from the street of the Club’s existence.

Training/Education upper

floor area – This area is

separated from the larger

area by bi-fold doors. It is a

relatively small shared

space with ‘Charlie’s on

East’ and is not suitable for

full blown training. However

it does serve smaller groups.

This shared space is often

used for events such as

wedding receptions,

functions etc. by ‘Charlie’s

on East’ when the bi-fold

doors are open.

Lower Floor Facilities

The forecourt at the lower

level on the beachside is

available for open air

activities, training, barbecues,

games, and entertaining. It

serves as a wet training area.

Equipment area – This lower

level area has reached

capacity for equipment

maintenance, equipment

storage and training. It has Occupation, Health and Safety (OH&S) issues. It is

now inadequate for effective training. Toilets and change rooms are located

on this lower level.


ANALYSES

SWOT Analysis

A SWOT is an analysis of the most important strengths and weaknesses

(internal environment) and opportunities and threats (external environment)

that face the Club in the short to medium term.

Internal Factors

Strengths and Weaknesses of the Club

Strengths

Some good facilities Prime location Positive patrol inspection results Core of dedicated members Member camaraderie Conservative and sound financial management Strong membership income Regular income from restaurant lease Substantial savings (dedicated building development fund) High ‘nipper’ numbers (See Appendix 3) Operates within a strong, tight-knit community Fairly high profile within the local community

Specific to life saving

Training activities offer broad life saving skills Summer based activities (compared to popular winter-based

recreation) Family friendly recreation Strong history and status in Australia’s culture and history

Weaknesses

Heavy reliance on annual membership takings Low interest in Board of Directors meetings Difficulty attracting Board of Directors members Difficulty attracting and training patrolling members (See

Appendix 3) Lack of training facilities which effects the Club’s operational

performance, and hence, profile Not enough ‘active’ members Active member burnout by the end of the season Lack of young skilled members, therefore relying on a small

group of senior members for skills and experience Few members aged between 15 and 30 (See Appendix 3) Lack of training, storage and maintenance space


External Factors

Opportunities and Threats in the Marketplace

Opportunities

Facilities for regional and local education and training Increase membership and profile Greater utilisation of restaurant area, raising awareness of the

Club, increasing traffic and possibly generating a greater

income Attract a wider range of skills and age groups to the Board of

Directors

Threats Rising administration, insurance costs, government and other

requirements Rising costs for equipment and maintenance Decreased membership income Older members retiring Reluctance in membership to step up to positions of

responsibility Some Board of Directors roles unable to be filled Lack of skills, experience and qualifications if senior members

leave OH&S issues from clutter and lack of storage Proportion of member age groups is a result of natural trends,

not proactive recruitment Low levels of involvement once past the Nipper age group

Market and Industry Trends

An assessment of trends external to the Club and region allow for accurate

planning as these trends will impact on the Club’s ability to implement

changes and strategies.

The Club’s ability to implement strategies and changes relies on accurate

planning. The external trends listed below will enable the Club to accurately

plan for the future. (See also Trend Line Graphs in Appendix 3)

This additional analysis is being reviewed by the Club’s management team for

planning the future direction of the Centre.

Political: Increased legislation and compliance requirements, such as police

checks for all volunteers working with children, OH&S issues and

financial administration and other government regulations LSV tending to allocate more resources and assistance in facilitating

clubs to identify potential funding sources


Australian Sports Commission provide two programs aimed at

increasing participation in life saving; School Surf League, Beach to

Bush are examples State government support for offshore rescue organisations

Economic:

Many clubs are now employing part-time administrators Club running costs are increasing LSV grants cover some equipment and administration costs Increase in number of families with both parents working Increases in cost of living, i.e. fuel, food and financial interest rates

Social and Environmental:

Awareness of childhood obesity, alcohol and drug abuse Society generally working longer hours More pressure on finances and spare time for families Port Fairy’s population is changing in line with national trends;

increasing proportion of ages 55+; 25-54 year olds are moving from

regional areas to metropolitan centres. (Appendix 1 www.abs.gov.au … Census quickstats: Port Fairy Urban

Centre/Locality comparisons 2001 – 2006 - 2011) Young adults moving to Melbourne for education and work. There were 37 drowning deaths in Victoria from 1 July 2006 to 30 June

2007

Technology:

Increase in internet access and quality of connections Media coverage is more accessible through improved internet services Expectations for communication methods have increased and are

swayed towards electronic mediums Life saving equipment is becoming more technologically advanced LSV have shifted emphasis to online services and resources Increase in level of usage of online technologies in training and

communication activities

Operational Analysis – Core Activities

Appendix 2 provides detailed data on the Membership. Data representing

the activities of the Club are also listed.

Saving lives through:

Affiliation with LSV and SLSA

Beach patrols

Lifesaving awards training

Emergency call-out service

Association with Port Fairy Marine Rescue

http://www.abs.gov.au/


Life saving awards and training:

Thirty-one awards in 2014-2015

with twenty-two bronze medal-

lions Training includes ages from four-

teen to fifty-five All delivered and assessed by

volunteers

Beach patrols: Eighty-nine active patrol

members

Two thousand and eighty-two

volunteer hours in 2014-2015 A strong visible presence to help

swimmers feel safe at the East

beach

Each patrol has a leader and a

range of life saving award

holders

Nippers: Six to twelve years old – two hundred

and sixty-nine in 2014-2015

Summer program run by volunteers

Beach safety and surf awareness

Youth development program: Fourteen to seventeen

year-olds Trained for competition Developing future

leaders


Senior competition: The Club fields teams in surfboard

racing, ocean and beach events

and most State and National surf

carnival competitions Members involvement helps retain

membership numbers and

improve skill and fitness levels

Senior members are encouraged

to update and train for new

lifesaving skills

Community events and fund raising: Moyne Duck Derby

Corporate Duck Race

Moyneyana Ocean Swim

Moyneyana New Year’s Eve

Procession

Port Fairy State Carnival

Emergency Services Expo

These activities help to raise funds,

attract new members and main-

tain a profile within the community.


Financials 2014 - 2015

PROFIT and LOSS

Total Income $ 147,555.67

Expenditure

Consultants $ 767.00

Equipment Rental $ 454.40

Fundraising $ 2,183.00

Nippers $ 17,393.69

Administration $ 11,773.69

Vehicle $ 3,567.52

Training Manuals $ 902.18

Travel $ 1,254.34

Trophies/Awards $ 1,048.01

Uniforms $ 1,845.72

Utilities $ 690.68

Administrator $ 10,418.75

Carnivals $ 5,025.14

Equipment $ 24,918.02

Repair & Maintenance $ 10,770.87

Building Development $ 16,470.00

Insurance $ 3,555.06

Loan $ 5,000.00

Presentation Night $ 4,592.73

Total Expenditure $ 123,265.83

Surplus/(Loss) $ 24,289.84

CASH EQUITY

Current Assets

Bank Accounts $ 267,047.54

(Includes Building Development Fund)

Tax Receivable $ 1,180.00

Total Current Assets $ 268,227.54

Current Liabilities

Loan (PFFF) $ 15,000.00

Total Current Liabilities $ 15,000.00

Total Cash Equity $ 253,277.54

EQUIPMENT VALUE

Admin $ 4,000.00

Equipment $193,690.00

Safety/First Aid $ 9,600.00

Vehicle $ 31,484.00

Total Equipment Value $ 238,774.00

Total Cash and Equipment $ 492,051.54


The BUSINESS of the Future

The Reason

Vision Statement

The vision for the Club is to;

• Provide exemplary surf life saving patrols, education and training bene-

fits to our community and visitors;

• Be a leading sporting, emergency service and social club in the region; • Have active participation across all areas of the Club and all age

groups; • Have a strong and positive profile within the MSC; and

• Provide a range of benefits for members of all ages.

Goals

To achieve this vision, the Club will strive towards achieving the following

goals; • Increase members aged between 18 and 30;

• Develop training and educational facilities; • Maximise current space for maximum benefit to the Club and com-

munity; • Reach 60-80 patrolling members;

• Ensure the sub-lease (first floor area) is well utilised by the community

and guarantees a strong financial return to the Club;

• Ensure the Club’s volunteers are well trained, well-resourced and well

represented within the Club structure; and

• Create a community presence and increase the profile of the Club.

Life Saving Centre


Provide a clearly visible and high profile reference point

By creating the Centre, surfers, beach users and the local community

will have a focal point for safety on this section of the coast. Currently

there is no identifiable “reference point” for the Club.

New Meeting, Education and Training Centre and Club Headquarters

Due to the multi-purpose nature of the proposed Centre it will more

effectively accommodate increased participant numbers using state

of the art resources. This will allow accredited trainers to provide

cutting edge delivery resulting in the best possible outcomes that will

engage and inspire participants.

Breakout spaces would accommodate improved training with

capability for concurrent sessions and crossover training both inside

and outside, therefore enabling full use of the total environment.

Availability as a meeting/training space for community use opens a

range of options for local community groups for workshop activities,

presentations as well as corporate, private and commercial functions.

FUTURE POTENTIAL

Education and Training Within the Club

The meeting/training area in the Centre will allow training potential in

the following areas (See Appendix 3 for Trend Lines in current training

programs)

Bronze Medallion training base award (over 15yrs)

Surf Rescue Certificate (over 13 years)

First Aid

Managing Spinal injuries

Radio handling and procedures

IRB skills

Patrol Captain (beach management)

District training activities are also available at other clubs within the re-

gion and LSV delivers training in Port Fairy.

Training is conducted by:

Internal trainers/assessors who are qualified through LSV which is

the registered training organisation regulated to deliver voca-

tional education and to provide training services throughout

Victoria. They are recognised as providers of quality assured

and nationally recognised accredited training and qualifica-


tions as well as being identified as leaders in the fields of first aid

and water safety training.

Support from Marine Rescue members who have engaged in

an intensive training program which qualifies those members in

seamanship and radio communication necessary to carry out

professional rescue operations.

Education and Training External to the Club

There has been little direct target marketing to attract external groups

for training as yet. There is great potential to approach such groups for

both indoor and outdoor training with capability for larger groups and

workshop breakout areas. This would be an ideal medium size confer-

ence venue with food service on-site and for overnight or extended

training, utilisation of Southcombe Lodge and other local accommo-

dation makes for ideal training packages.

Direct marketing could target the above-mentioned groups as well as

the following:

schools that participate in the School Surf League and the ‘Ad-

vance’ program

Emmanuelle College which brings groups for surfing and school

camps as well as occasional groups of students from Brauer Col-

lege who are working towards achieving their Bronze medallion

local surf schools that offer an opportunity to both on-sell and

work in conjunction with the Club

schools from around the region and further looking for a total

package ready to sell on to parents/students. E g. Hamilton,

Mortlake, Portland, Horsham, Ararat

other life saving clubs, e.g. Mildura Life Saving Club, South Aus-

tralian clubs and western Victoria that can be targeted directly

with relevant training offers

the 15 – 18 year age group which is difficult to attract and retain.

The Australian Sports Commission provides two programs aimed at in-

creasing participation in surf life saving; School Surf League and Beach

to Bush.


PLANS

Detailed Plans have been developed that provide:

Clearly identifiable “Front” Entrance to the “Port Fairy Surf Life

Saving Club”

Foyer Entry providing access to:

Office/administration

Meeting/training room

Toilet for disabled persons

Storeroom for training centre furniture and equipment


Proposed - Street Level

Proposed - Beach Level

Proposed -

entrance

to Club

Proposed -

office area Proposed -

toilet for disabled persons

Proposed -

meeting/training area

Existing -

entrance to

restaurant

Existing - restaurant area

Existing - ramp to beach

Existing - wet storage area and

support rooms

Proposed - wet training/ storage and maintenance area

Existing -

members

change

rooms and

toilets


Club Development Program Expenditure BUDGET

Expenditure $

Concept Design & Planning Permit 15,750

Detailed Construction Documentation 15,750

Tendering of Project 0

Construction - Stage 1 (ground works, concrete footings and slab, retaining wall, temporary safety wall 112,500

Construction - Stage 2 (construction of building to lock-up stage: external claddings, services rough-in, windows and doors) 180,000

Construction - Stage 3 (internal completion: services fit-off, plastering and painting, internal joinery and floor coverings 90,000

Construction - Stage 4 (external landscaping works: paths, verandah) 67,500

Occupation (installation of furniture and AV/IT equipment) 20,000

Project Management 25,000

TOTAL 526,500

Club Development Program Income BUDGET and Funding Options

Income $

Port Fairy SLSC (cash) 200,000

Victorian Government, Infrastructure, Sports and Recreation Program 100,000

Port Fairy Folk Festival 95,000

Moyne Shire Council 64,000

*Port Fairy SLSC - Stage 3 (Landscaping) - to be completed through fundraising efforts post construction and volunteer labour from Club members) 67,500

TOTAL 526,500

* Landscaping will be completed in stages as funds are raised by the Club, which will also be asking

members to volunteer their time. This will reduce the amount of funding required to pay for

landscaping. The landscaping aspect of the project is not a funding priority until the construction

phases have been completed.


APPENDICES

Appendix 1 – ABS Statistics

Taken from: www.abs.gov.au … Census quickstats: Port Fairy Urban Centre/Locality

comparisons 2001 – 2006 – 2011

2011 Census Port Fairy population – 2835 urban & localities Males - 1300 Females 1535 Median age 50 No. of families 749

Average child per family 1.8

Age Groups

2001 2006 2011

Number % Number % Number % 0 - 4 139 5.5 114 4.4 165 5.8 5 – 14 336 13.3 306 11.8 290 10.3 15 – 24 249 9.9 262 10.1 227 8 25 – 54 937 37.1 889 34.2 930 32.9 55 -64 305 12.1 373 14.4 468 16.5 65 plus 556 22 653 25.1 754 26.5

FAMILY STATS from 2011 Census

Families with children 1821 Families without children 1871 Couple families with children 248 Couple families without children 388 One parent families 105

Employment status of couple families

Both employed full time 109 Both employed part time 38 One full time … one part time 136 One only employed full time 69 One only employed part time 36 Both not working 170 Others 80

http://www.abs.gov.au/


Appendix 2

Port Fairy Surf Life Saving Club Membership– 1996 - 2015

Years 96 97 98 99 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15

Nippers 88 57 74 115 76 94 86 70 91 78 83 120 158 194 206 182 185 204 247 271

Youth 10 12 7 6 19 20 19 15 11 20 20 16 24 28 23 23 25 25 24 20

Sub Total 6-15 98 69 81 121 95 114 105 85 102 98 103 136 182 222 229 205 210 229 271 291

Cadet 40 10 11 15 23 8 19 10 12 16 24 26 19 26 19 21 20

Seniors 44 49 35 24 30 25 30 24 16 22 23 26 34 44 42 33 35 43 65 79

Associate 29 46 90 131 116 98 76 108 113 71 70 64 60 94 67 54 56 68 60 62

Other 11 7 6 36 20 15 18 18 22 26 22 14 10 42 43 30 33 34 34 33

Patrolling 64 50 48 57 54 49 41 33 50 63 47 60 75 66 65 62 62 68 89

Total Membership

Female 88 75 94 137 99 116 126 122 131 111 110 125 149 207 147 159 156 123 205 230

Male 95 91 118 175 153 147 38 136 131 125 121 127 153 220 214 183 204 220 246 256

Total 183 166 212 353 252 263 244 258 262 236 231 252 302 427 411 342 360 393 451 486

Awards

BM&SRC* 9 16 6 21 8 19 14 12 7 30 7 18 26 16 14 10 31 25

Total Awards 32 27 16 42 16 25 14 18 14 40 16 41 30 25 14 10 9 60 31

* Bronze Medallion & Surf Rescue Certificate


Appendix 3

The Trend Line for Total Membership has shown a steady increase since 1996,

however, for the period 2002 to 2008 the numbers were well below the peaks

of 1999 and 2009. The Club is researching the reasons behind the peaks in an

effort to understand what caused the trough in numbers.

The Club leadership and management are well aware of the #trend line

showing a dramatic drop off in the numbers moving from the 6 to 15 year old

group through to the 16 to 18 year old group. In 1999 a peak occurred in both

groups. What caused this increase and what can be learned from the period

is being investigated.

Total Members

Female

Male

Nippers 6-12yrs & Juniors 13-15yrs

Cadets 16-18yrs


* Bronze Medallion & Surf Rescue Certificate

Total Members

Patrolling Members

Total

BM&SRC*

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