Our Surf Life Saving Clubs

Published on Jan 14, 2022

Surf Life Saving’s mission is to save lives, create great Australians and build better communities.  The hardworking volunteers at Chiton Rocks, Goolwa and Port Elliot Surf Life Saving Clubs are proud to live out that mission here in the electorate of Finniss.

Every year, thousands flock to beaches in Finniss to enjoy a seaside lifestyle during warmer months. Volunteers patrol weekends, public holidays and more from October to April, keeping beaches safe and training youngsters. For years I have lived in this community and recognised Surf Life Saving SA’s key role in protecting the public and engaging the community along our coastline.

The State Government has proudly supported Surf Life Saving SA Clubs with equipment and significant grants to provide community groups and volunteers with the tools and infrastructure they need to do their jobs.

Since being elected in 2018, a total of $9.504 million has been invested in the future of three surf lifesaving clubs in Finniss that keep our beaches and community safe.

This includes:

• $2 million towards the Chiton Rocks Surf Lifesaving Club $3.53 million rebuild project which resulted in a new first aid room, gym, viewing area, patrol room, equipment storage area and improved rapid response capabilities.

• $2.6 million towards a $3.5 million build of Goolwa Surf Lifesaving Club facilities which provides improved emergency response service and great views of the coast.

• $4.895 million towards the $5.5 million recently completed Port Elliot Surf Lifesaving Club. The clubroom now has training and support facilities to service an epic 150 active patrolling members and over 200 young people involved in learning how to swim, be surf safe and progressing to life saving.

As your local member I am proud to support projects driven by dedicated members and volunteers. The Finniss surf lifesaving clubs’ improved facilities support beach safety and provide fantastic community spaces.

- Hon. David Basham MP, Member for Finniss