Volume 4, Issue 1

December 2011

Kawana Surf Life Saving Club

Blue Star Review

OFFICE HOURS Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 10am to 5pm

From the President

I take this opportunity to wish all our members and their families a safe and Merry Christmas. It has been a productive season to date with a good increase in numbers to our patrol teamsCongratulations to all our new Bronzies, SRCs, First Aiders and Radio Officers. Its a girl!Congratulations to Rachelle and her family on the safe arrival of a healthy little girl. Mum and baby are well!

Warren Matthews
OFFICE CLOSURE: The Surf office will be closed from the 26th of December and reopening on the 9th of January.

Closed: 26.12.11 to 09.01.12

EMAIL ADDRESS Our main source of communication is through emails

Junior Activities
Nipper Club Captain is Yasmin Maxwell. Yasmin joined our club in 2007 and has been a valued member of a nipper group. We are sure she will be a great leader! Nippers will recommence on Sunday the 8th of January.

GENERAL MEETING Kawana Waters Surf Lifesaving Club will hold their General Meeting on 28th January 2012

Inside this issue:

Club Captain Surf Appeal Week Patrol Swaps Surf Appeal Week Training & Education Club Development Youth & Membership Supporters Club 2 2 2 2 3 4 4 5

XMAS PRESENTS

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Club Captain

Dean Johns

Patrol Swaps
BOXING DAY PM PATROL IS SEEKING VOLUNTEERSIF YOU CAN HELP OUTCONTACT SCOTT (PATROL CAPTAIN)

New Patrol Members - Congratulations & welcome to our new patrolling members that have completed their Bronze, SRC & Radio Operators Awards. Please make them feel welcome. Door-Knock - Thank-you to the few that assisted with this Major Club fundraiser. The numbers were unfortunately very disappointing and this event will be reviewed before next years collection. Xmas Day Volunteer Patrol - Thank-you to those that have already registered in the front of the patrol log, but more needed. Bring the family down for a morning swim prior to festivities, for BBQ Lunch or to test out new presents in the afternoon. Patrol Captains Meeting - The next meeting will be Australia Day Thursday January 26th at 10am before club BBQ. All welcome. Australia Day BBQ - The Club will be hosting a BBQ for the festivities again next month. Enjoyable day for the entire family, just ask those from previous seasons. Please remain Vigilant & Safe. Have a great & safe Christmas. Thanks & see you on the Beach and in the New Year Dean Club Captain Kawana Waters SLSC drjohnsy@gmail.com

Swim Training
TRAINING IS ON NEXT WEDNESDAY 14.12.11 5.45 PM AT KAWANA POOL LAST SESSION FOR THE YEAR RECOMMENCING ON THE 11TH OF JANUARY

Proficiency
LAST PROFICIENCY TOMORROW SUNDAY 11TH OF DECEMBER 8AM ON THE BEACHRUN SWIM RUN, RESCUES, ETC.

Surf Appeal Week

Thank you to the following members who contributed to the money raised during the Surf Appeal Week. The total amount collected was $7,605.30 THANK YOU we appreciate your contribution. Robertson Family and nippers Susan Archer and nippers Sally Battle and nippers The following Supporters Staff volun- Leah Williams and nippers teered their time: McLardie Family and nippers Nat (2 shifts) Maddie, Kendyll , Mel, Richard Scolaro and nippers Kaitlyn (Mels friend) and Jen who Rod Weller and nippers counted all weekend.. Andy Drew and nippers Jen & Hunter Brown (2 shifts) The following members volunteered Vanessa, Nikita, Zac, Logan and Jack their time: (Cadets/Junior Lifesavers) Tammy Young and nippers Bob Clements, Mike Balkin, Warren Heath Collie and nippers Matthews, Ross Christie, Len Moore, Stuart Anderson Craig Stringer, Damian Collins, CourtCathy Silva and nippers ney Elsmore. Bell Family, Battle Kris Brown and nippers Family, Scolaro Family, Dan Donahoe, Donna & David Earley Jay Cox and all the BBQ helpers.

Well done! All efforts have been made to recognise each member. If I have overlooked your name this is unintentional.

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Training and Education

Dan Donahoe

What a month! We have recently completed Bronze Squads, SRC Squads, First Aid Course and Radio Officers Course. With the IRB Drivers and Crewies finishing in a couple of weeks.

Our SRC Squad Congratulations to the SRCs: Remi, Jessica, Harrison, Christopher, Donna, Vanessa, Yasmin and Ryan.

Our SRC Squad celebrating

Congratulations to the Bronzies: Matthew, Cody, Warren, Sean, Amanda, Mal, Pete, Stu, Logan, Stephen, James, Zach, Courtney, Brett, David, Eric, Chris & David

Squad thanking their trainers

Final words of advice from Club Captain

First Aid Course

Our members put their skills to the test under the watchful eye of our wonderful trainer Glenys Pickup who travelled from Brisbane to share her extensive knowledge of first aid with our members. Congratulations to: Carol, Dean, Stu, Keegan, Logan, David, James, Matt, Greera, Courtney, Brett, David, Donna, Matthew, Warren, Amanda, Margaret and Pete.

Radio Officers
Congratulations to: Mike, Tim, Robert (Penguin), Bob, Bev, Snow & Lenny

Kawana State College BM Squad

Congratulations to: Caleb, Lea, Alex, Dalton, Tom, Arianna, Bryce, Lucas, Andrew, Zach, James and Corey for completing their Cert II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) - Bronze Medallion Congratulations to: Mitchell and Kim for completing their Surf Rescue Certificate. Many of our new recruits have attended their first beach patrol!

Courtney final adjustments

Dave and Amanda

Husband and wife team, Dave and Donna

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Club Development

A major milestone in the history of the Kawana Waters Surf Lifesaving club was reached recently when the Sunshine Coast Council approved an application for the redevelopment of the surf club. Something the Club has been grappling with for many years. Through the magnificent backing of major Sponsor Tomkins Developments and with the assistance of Insite Constructions, acting on behalf of the club the Kawana Surf Club has been able to obtain this Development Approval. The club is shovel ready which is an essential pre-requisite when applying for Grants.

The Council has been very helpful in providing the Approval in a timely fashion. We thank, Cr Chris Thompson and Cr Debbie Blumel for their support. Email from Cr Thompson

Yesterday I received the planning officer's assessment report on the development application submitted for the redevelopment of the surf club. I support the officer's recommendation to approve the application and wish the club every success for the future. Kind Regards, Cr Chris Thompson (Division 4)
Sunshine Coast Regional Council

The redevelopment of the surf club will be completed over 5 Stages as set out in the approved master plan and depending on funding arrangements, sponsorships and grants should be completed over the next 10 years, making it a social hub for the community of Kawana Waters, one of the most rapidly expanding communities in Queensland. There was overwhelming community support from both our members and the community at large with over 300 letters of support received.

Movies by the Beach

WHEN: 18 of December WHERE: Grassed area at the Surf Club OUT DOOR MOVIE ON THE BIG SCREEN MOVIE: Elves FESTIVITIES START: 5PM MOVIE STARTS: 6.30PM

Youth and Membership

The Cadet Halloween party was a huge success! All that came were in Halloween themed costumes, ranging from a witches hat to all over blue body paint. The boat shed was cleaned out and decorated with spider webs and skeletons, it was spooky to be running into the spider webs in the dark. We enjoyed music by our DJ Sir Mitch-a-lot and ate pizza and chocolate. Mitch Willis, our spooktacular DJ, had lights bouncing of the walls and our eyes set on the big projector screen playing the film clips of the songs we were dancing to. Woolworths Kawana Waters made a $50 wish card donation which supplied us with drinks, nibbles and pumpkin to carve. The event was fully supervised the whole night, thanks to the IRB team and a special thank-you to Mitch and Mel for help in organizing it. The entry fee was $7, this went towards the pizzas and fundraising, in all $100 was raised, which was a bonus.

BBQ AND DRINKS AVAILABLE

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Supporters Club
The Club has had another face lift.. New furniture! Pop in and enjoy a meal BISTRONEW OPENING HOURS Open from 5.30pm starting this Friday all through Summer. OLD FURNITURE FOR SALE Chairs $5.00 Must collect before Monday (am) 12th of December. Thanks to Ray Thorn for donating $1000 to decorate the Club. Looks like Christmas!

Bob Clements

DAILY BISTRO SPECIALS

MondaySeafood Specials TuesdayCheap Tuesday

CHRISTMAS HAMPERS GIVE AWAY

The major draws will take place at 8pm on TUESDAY 20th December. Minor prizes from 5pm. You accumulate tickets just by using your membership card at the club until the draw closes 7.30pm.

WednesdayPasta Night

RAFFLES FRIDAY NIGHT AND SUNDAY ARVO MEAT TRAYS LEGS OF HAM MEMBERS DRAW FRIDAY NIGHT AND SUNDAY ARVO BREAKFAST SUNDAY FROM 8AM TO 10AM

ThursdaySchnitzel Night Friday & Saturday Assorted Chefs Specials SundayPizza night

DECEMBER BISTRO SPECIAL 400g T-Bone topped with garlic prawns in a creamy garlic sauce, served with chips and salad or fresh seasonal vegetables. $24.50

NEW YEARS EVE 2012

Clevelands Blues Band Dress in your favourite GANGSTER outfit for a chance to win $100 cash on the night. Open to 2am

Sunday Breakfast

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ADVERTISING SPACE
We are offering this space to members to advertise their business. Simply supply a business card sized advertisement and your business will be circulated to our Surf Club members for ten editions. Your outlay will be $220.00. Limited space available. Contact the surf office with any inquiries.

Address: 99 Pacific Blvd Buddina QLD 4575 PO Box 152 BUDDINA QLD 4575

Kawana Waters Surf Life Saving Club Inc

Phone: 5444 8642 E-mail:surfadmin@kawanasurfclub.com.au www.kawanasurfclub.com.au

Sponsors
On behalf of Kawana Waters Surf Life Saving Club, we would like to thank all our sponsors for their continued support.

Donations
CASH DONATIONS Val Burns Mark Bishop Sam Tyle Ray Thorn GRANTS Telstra Assistance Fund 2011 DCS Sustainability IN KIND DONATIONS Lincoln Pest Control Taylor-Squires Pty Ltd Kawana Hardware Red Energy Promotions Westpac Kawana