About Surf Life Saving Australia

Surf Life Saving Australia is Australia’s peak coastal water safety, drowning prevention and rescue authority.

With over 198,000 members and 315 affiliated Surf Life Saving clubs, Surf Life Saving Australia represents the largest volunteer movement of its kind in the world.

Surf Life Saving is a unique not-for-profit community cause that exists through community donations, fundraising, corporate sponsorship and government grants. Since Surf Life Saving was established in 1907, over 715,000 people have been rescued by our surf lifesavers.

Despite significant advancements in technology, techniques and knowledge, people still drown on the coast in unacceptable numbers. Surf Life Saving exists to save lives, and we are committed to reducing the coastal drowning rate in Australia.