Issue 4 | Feb 09
Dear Club member
Tim Boness
Well, what a fabulous and busy period for the club. Thankyou to everyone who played a part. Whilst we still have duties to fulfil I think we
can at least catch our breathe. We are all lucky to be members of such a vibrant and friendly Club.
The Nipper program kicked off after Boxing Day. Thanks to Ian Stewart’s leadership and all the group leaders, the program was again an
outstanding success. Special thanks to the Cadets who helped the group leaders with much enthusiasm. We didn’t beat Fairhaven (again) in
the annual challenge but our kids and parents went about it in the right fashion and had a great time. Good luck to all the Nippers
competing in the State Tiles at old Port Melbourne.
We also had a cadet program completed during this period resulting in over 30 new members being inducted into the Club.
The biggest challenge is to provide a formal path into the club for the Nippers and cadets. To assist in this process I am pleased
to formally announce that Tristan Read has been appointed head coach. He will provide coaching skills to all areas of the club
and work with the competition committee to devise programs and strategies to benefit the competition area.
The New Year’s Day Annual Door Knock was again a very successful event. Thankyou to Karl Russell and his team of helpers who did a great job.
Virginia Enticott again organised a fantastic Associates night. We had record number of attendees who enjoyed a very funny opening of
the Lorne Hotel Gymnasium by VFL legend Neil Roberts. Thanks again to Rick Munday. The Gym in the Clissold room is available to all
members 15 and over. We also had an auction for the Number 1 P2P ticket and a print of this year's T Shirt which was very successful.
The nib Mountain to Surf was run in great conditions. All the hours put into the new heat policy were put on reserve as the mild weather
caused few issues. Sarah McCarthy, James Galbraith and Roger Brayshaw must be thanked for their efforts on the day and throughout the year.
Richard Knight and Ben Brockhurst were great leaders throughout the weekend. We also had 20 Camp Quality volunteers assist with the
water stations. Hopefully we can form a long lasting and mutually rewarding association with them in a similar manner to our long
time partners, Highton Rotary.
The nib Pier to Pub swim was our best ever. The P2P committee lead by Mark Williamson put on a great show. It really is a marque event
for the surf coast.
Gordon Briggs who had competed in 10 P2Ps passed away during this year’s event. A marvellous effort was put into rescuing Gordon
by our life savers and then an even greater effort by our medical team, who successfully resuscitated Gordon. Sadly Gordon passed
way a week later in the Geelong Hospital. We should all be extremely proud of our life savers and medical team.
Good luck to all our competitors in the coming weeks and best wishes for the Year.
Regards
Tim Boness
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Richard Knight
Dear Members
A big thank you to all Active Members who have helped out around the club (both on and off the beach) during our peak season. However,
with our last patrol not until April 13 there is still plenty of the season left. It only seems like yesterday that I was writing my
December report in the club house just after Bronze Camp. It’s been enjoyable, eventful and on the whole very successful.
I enjoyed a few days providing water safety in the IRB for the Nippers this year and I must congratulate Ian Stewart and all of his
helpers who put on such a wonderfully run program for so many kids. It would be good to see more active members lend a hand to this
great initiative.
Tristan Read did a great job with Cadets with assistance from Caroline Burton and a whole host of new Bronzies who did a great job as
instructors. This was the first of many club activities which are current crop of Bronzies really grabbed hold of. I’m very
impressed with their enthusiastic attitude and I look forward to their involvement at the club for many years to come.
New Years Eve and Associates Night provided me with a great opportunity to meet a whole host of current and former greats of the
club. I really enjoy these nights when we all get to relax a little and reflect on some of the funnier moments around the club o
ver the years. Neil Roberts’ address was definitely a highlight.
Mountain to Surf and Pier to Pub were certainly a bit daunting from my perspective - it’s one thing to run an area on Pier to Pub
day but pulling together all the volunteer areas was certainly a challenge. However, I thought the events ran really well and
all our volunteers did a great job. I would particularly like to single out Lincoln Wymer and Ben Brockhurst who were towers
of strength and support for me over the three days – thanks guys.
As usual the Boaties did a great job in organising the marshalling and set up of the Mountain to Surf. Special thanks to Drew
Steven who put a lot of organisational work in beforehand which helped the event run a lot more smoothly than previous years.
Thanks to Muggo and Jared for putting up with me trying to over-organise– I think the idea of being ready for M2S by 2pm was
foreign to everyone!
Lee First wins nib Lorne Mountain to Surf
As you may know we had a significant life saving emergency on Pier to Pub day. Whilst the result was very unfortunate,
with Gordon Briggs eventually passing away a week later, I was very pleased with the way that our lifesavers in the water
and on the beach handled the emergency. Special mentions to Brent Enticott, Will Saunders, Stephen Snelson and James Rice.
In late January and early February we conducted a number of training weekends which culminated in a total of 42 awards being
completed in Advanced Resuscitation, Spinal Management, IRB Drivers and IRB crew. Many thanks to James Carew for putting
in an extraordinary amount of work in organising these weekends and getting the assessments completed. We’ve had a huge
focus on upskilling this season and I think it’s something we should continue – it’s not until we have a real emergency
like on P2P day that we realise just how important it is to improve our skill base – atleast 4 of the guys involved in
that emergency were Gold Medallion holders, which is the level that all young lifesavers should aspire to.
I’m looking forward to the next 8 weeks of patrols when Lorne is still nice and warm but a bit quieter and more peaceful.
That’s not to say that we should relax our patrolling efforts however. Please ensure you attend your patrols as rostered
and if you have any queries about this please contact your Patrol Captain or myself. Besides, spending a day or two on
patrol can actually be a great break from the rat race!
Take care and see you on the beach
Richard Knight
Club Captain
Ph:0400 938 707
Barry Leek
Working With Children Checks
Please note that ALL members who are involved in any club activities for children under the age of 18 years must have this check
completed before their membership application can be processed for NEXT season. In particular all ‘ACTIVE’ patrolling members
over 18 years of age must have this check done.
Please click on the link below for more information and how to complete the forms:
www.lifesavingvictoria.com.au/resources/documents/Circular_161.12.08_Member_Protection_-_WWCC_Policy_Update.pdf
For more info or if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Barry Leek on 0402 117 238
Barry Leek
For all members who either have changed their address, phone or email, please make sure that your correct details are forwarded to the
club registrar, Barry Leek, on 0402 117 238 or by email at club_registrar@lornesurfclub.com.au
As our membership database continually grows, it is imperative that you provide us with correct contact details in order for us to send you
important information regarding the club and upcoming events.
Mark Thompson
Dear Sir,
Once again I would like to thank all the volunteers that helped me throughout the day as I had organised parking again with Mark to
bring my car into the car-park for the amount of ease from signing in, then off to the Trouble-shooters tent, where Mark had arranged
with Phil the driver that he would be picking up a water wheelchair and myself and my volunteers to help me into the water and also swim with me.
Once again your volunteers helped me get down the steep embankment and out to the start line so I could float off my wheelchair and start my race.
Thank you to the water patrol for keeping the sharks at bay.
I was most impressed again with your water wheelchair at the end of the race, but one small improvement I could recommend is having
the step fold back into the chair as it is a long way to reach the seat as I ended up sitting on the step first then had to make my
way to the seat because it it’s just that far back to reach the seat.
The accessible showers were clean and tidy as I did not have to remind any people that I wanted to use it. It was so thoughtful
that one volunteer gave me the money to put in the slot and I can’t thank her enough as she was one of your club-members. These
are your young members that will grow into older members that will make this club and swim stronger and even more inspiring as
I know that Jose doesn’t still sit in the background as she is still involved in the club.
I will be back again next year, hopefully, earning more points for my Shark bait.
Mark Thompson
Virginia Enticott
The Lorne Surf Lifesaving Club is very pleased to announce the opening of its Gym. The Gym has been kindly sponsored by Rick Munday of The Lorne Hotel.
The Gym was officially opened by Neil Roberts AFL Brownlow Medalist and valued friend of the LSLSC on Thursday 8 January 2009 at the Lorne
Surf Lifesaving Club’s Annual Associates Night.
On arrival guests were given a tour of The Lorne Hotel Gym on their way to the function and briefed on gaining access to the facility.
The Gym is fit out with two full racks of dumbbells, power cage with lat pull down, seated row and chin bar. A functional trainer,
incline benches, fit balls, medicine balls, barbells, full gym tile flooring and mirrors.
“The response to the generosity of The Lorne Hotel has been overwhelming” says Virginia Enticott Vice President of the Lorne SLSC.
“It just gets better, on top of the initial agreement Rick Munday has extended his sponsorship to include a plasma tv, stereo and a paint job.”
Lorne gym. Rick Munday, Virginnia Enticott and friend
“We have already had members of the Lorne Community join the Surf Club because of the gym, which is just fantastic”.
Rick Munday of The Lorne Hotel aware of the fact there had not been an accessible gym in the town for the Community was enthusiastic to make
it happen when approached by the Surf Club.
The gym is open daily from 6am-9pm all year round.
It is not a revenue generating exercise for the club it’s a value add for the members. Access to the facility falls under the umbrella of
being a member of the Surf Club.
Members must be 15 years or over to gain access to the gym.
Active patrolling membership is $80 per year (student $55), Associate/Social Membership is $90 per year and a family membership is $180 per year.
For further information please contact Virginia Enticott ph 0417 546 169.
Brent Enticott
There has been a lot of action happening over the summer in our section.
Training sessions have been well attended with over 30 juniors having a go over Xmas p2p period. We now have a core group of very capable
juniors coming through our ranks with a promising group coming out of nippers next year.
Tim Boness, Peter Williamson and Tristan Read. Lorne Masters
The Anglesea Fairhaven and Lorne carnivals were well attended with some great results but even more importantly lots of fun has been had
by all. The conditions at Fairhaven were extremely challenging however it was great to see that the training over summer has paid off
for our kids Everyone is looking forward to the state titles at Ocean Grove on the 28th Feb. & 1st Mar.
We had another successful day at the master’s carnival. Our swimmers put in some great performances. Though I think we must be all getting
a bit older as there we some sore bodies on the beach on Sunday.
Now for some house keeping!!
We all love the G boards but!!! They must be looked after correctly. They have there own rack for the 10 boards and must be washed and put back
after use. They are not to be kept on the beach with you all day or lent to non members.
Sonia Grundy Lorne Masters
Boards have been left on the beach at night on numerous occasions which caused them to be locked away for 3 days over the busy Xmas period.
Our shed is having some alterations in a month’s time.
All non competition craft must be removed by the 29th March 09 or it will be
donated to the bush fire appeal.
If you have any question regarding this please contact myself
See you in the water!
Brent Enticott
0438892988
Muggo
Lorne surfboat rowers have enjoyed a busy month in January and first half of February.
It all kicked off with the Victorian Surf Rowers League Open on the morning of the P2P, great turnout with 60 crews entered, things
ran smoothly and finished up at 11am. Always a tough day after P2P for the Lorne boat rowers is the Anglesea carnival, a few of the
rowers holding up tom’s bar Saturday night struggled getting through the day.
Lorne A traveled to Sydney for the Australia day weekend at Manly and Freshwater, coming home with a great result finshing 5th in
the open men final at Freshwater, great work boys.
Fairhaven turned on some messy but fun 4-6 foot waves on 1st Feb, spectators enjoying the day with a few spectacular spills, Pocket
Rockets finishing 2nd in Open Mens final.
On the same weekend Al’s Lorne A made the trip over to Piha in NZ, Pete Van Dueren traveled over with the boys, see his report for
the details in this edition of the mower.
Australian Surf Rowers League Open was held in a beautiful spot Broulee, 20min south of Batemans Bay, Lorne A, Pocket Rockets, Yahoos,
Lazerettes, Woftams made the trip north for the weekend. All crews performing well and getting through round robin, but all going
down in 4th round.
Masters state titles held at Lorne 14th Feb with one crew in the Woftams representing the club in the 220 age group, coming home
with the bronze medal, well done boys.
Lorne then hosting its first full carnival for a number of years, with a fantastic performance by Lorne A to win the open men’s
race, great work by Al and his crew of Jarrod + Brent McCombe, Drew Stevens and Ben Ross.
Getting down to the business end of the season now with State titles on the 28th Feb/1st March at Ocean Grove, then heading over
to Perth for the last time 19-22nd March, come down and show some support for your club at hopefully have some good results to
report in the next mower.
Lorne crew
Lorne crew
Lorne Boaties
Alistair’s Open Mens crew along with Pete Van Dueren, Virginia Van Dueren, Gail McCombe, Grace Duffield and Chester McCombe
ventured over to Piha, New Zealand for 2 events; The Day of Giants and Piha Big Wave Classic, in late January.
Piha provided a picturesque setting for a couple of quality days of racing in 6-8 feet surf. The boys finished 5th at the
Day of Giants (Australia vs New Zealand) and made the semi finals at the Big Wave Classic (full NZ carnival).
With a couple of spare days before and after the event it was good to do some sailing in a couple of 1994 America’s Cup
yachts and also visit some of New Zealand’s famous beaches and national parks.
It was a great 5 days spent and we look forward to returning again next year.
In Charge
Lorne crew
Piha
Lorne crew at Piha New Zealand
Virginia Enticott
Ergo rowing machine
The Lorne SLSC is currently looking for a donation of 2 Concept II rowing ergos to complete their new gym at the club. The
ergos do not have to be new but must be in good working order. If anyone knows of someone wanting to get rid of their ergo
or a school/rowing club that may be upgrading, then please contact Virginia Enticott on 0417 546 169
2008/2009 Season
- Feb 21/22 - Battle of the Boats, Pacific Palms
- Feb 28/ March 1st – Ocean Grove State Championships Full Carnival
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- March 7-8 – State Nipper Championships, Sandridge
- March 18th - Australian Champs Full Carnival, Scarborough WA
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- 2009 IRB Competition Calendar – Beach venues still TBA
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- April 19th - IRB Premiership Carnival – Round 1
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- May 3rd - IRB Premiership Carnival – Round 2
- May 16th - IRB Premiership Carnival – Round 3
- May 17th - IRB Premiership Carnival – Round 4
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- June 28th - IRB Premiership Carnival – Round 5
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- July 11th – Victorian IRB Championships
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Athletics Australia
World Athletics Tour Melbourne Thursday 5 March 7.30pm at Melbourne Olympic Park
Destination London Fast tracked: First Stop Melbourne
See Australian athletics superstars from Beijing battle with international challengers as the road to London begins. McLellan
will fly, Hooker will soar and the young ones will be on show. Be there for the athletics overload.
As a special discount for the Lorne Surf Life Saving Club, general admission tickets are just $12.50 for adults and
$7.50 concession – get yours now…
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Visit athletics.com.au to find out more
We're pleased to let you know that your surf life saving club is part of Telstra's 2008/2009 'Answer the Call' Program.
Last year's program contributed more than $250,000 and this year we're aiming to do just as well.
It's easy to help your club
When you connect to any eligible Next G? mobile or BigPond® Broadband service (ADSL or Wireless) and mention this offer, Telstra
will contribute $30 to the participating surf life saving club of your choice when you nominate that club online*.
Things you need to know: * The $30 contribution and the Surf Life Saving beach towel are not transferable or exchangeable for cash.
$30 Contribution offer ends 26/04/09 or until the contribution cap is reached. Surf Life Saving beach towel offer ends 26/04/09 or
while stocks last. Eligible services are a new Next G? mobile service on a $30 Phone Plan or above for 24 months (min cost on $30
Phone Plan is $720 plus usage charges) or a new BigPond® Broadband service (ADSL or Wireless) for 12 months. For full terms and
conditions go to www.answerthecall.com.au
Harvey World Travel Torquay’s “Helping Hands” Program Offer
Harvey World Travel Torquay is proud to announce Lorne SLSC as its newest partner is their “Helping Hands” program.
The “Helping Hands” program is designed to help not for profit organizations raise funds for their day to day requirements
and responsibilities. This means that each time you mention your support for the Lorne SLSC when you go to book your next
holiday/flight/cruise or weekend getaway, Harvey World Travel Torquay will donate back a small percentage of your total cost to the surf club.
