The Wanda Surf Lifesaving Club
was established in 1946 after
World War II
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by a group of men who banded together, from the North Cronulla Surf Life Saving Club who were being asked to patrol this stretch of beach, being a considerable distance from the Cronulla area. The colours of
Army
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red,
Air Force
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blue, and
Navy
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blue were adopted as the club colours. The club, located on Marine Esplanade, has grown in size to its current membership of over 900 male and female members, ranging in age from five-year-old Nippers to the original Founding Members.
The primary objective of the club is to patrol the beach in an effort to ensure the safety of the surfing public but it is also actively involved in the competition arena, with excellent performances at State and National Competitions. A number of social activities are organised throughout the year to bring together members from all sections of the club.
See also
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Surf lifesaving
Surf lifesaving is a multifaceted social movement that comprises key aspects of voluntary lifeguard services and competitive surf sport. Originating in early 20th century Australia, the movement has expanded globally to other countries, inc ...
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Surf Life Saving Australia
Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) is an Australian not-for-profit community organisation that promotes water safety and provides surf rescue services.
SLSA strives to create a safe environment on Australia's beaches and coastline through patro ...
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List of Australian surf lifesaving clubs
Australia has well over 300 surf lifesaving clubs. The following is a partial list of Australian surf lifesaving clubs.
*Bondi Surf Bathers' Life Saving Club
*Bronte Surf Lifesaving Club
* Cabarita Beach Surf Life Saving Club
* Clovelly Surf Li ...
References
External links
* {{Official website, http://www.wandasurfclub.com/default.aspx
1946 establishments in Australia
Sports clubs established in 1946
Surf Life Saving Australia clubs
Sporting clubs in Sydney