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Dee Why SLSC, founded in 1912, is a Club of more than 900 members that come from all walks of life to train, patrol, compete and enjoy Dee Why Beach.

12/03/2026

First Aid Friday -Initial Management of Suspected Spinal Injury
Head injury/major trauma – think spinal injury. The risk of worsening a spinal injury before hospitalisation has probably been overstated however care must be taken to minimise any secondary injury. Caution must be taken when moving a person with a suspected spinal injury. Of note the cervical spine is particularly vulnerable and anyone with a traumatic head injury should be treated as if their spine is injured. Airway management should take precedence over concern about any suspected spinal injury. Use spinal board only if the person must be moved before the ambulance arrives. The use of cervical collars in the prehospital setting is not recommended.

05/03/2026

First Aid Friday - Shock
Shock is a life-threatening condition which manifests when there is insufficient oxygen supply to the tissues. Initially adrenaline is released; this increases the heart rate and constricts the blood vessels raising the blood pressure. If the situation is not reversed blood flow to the vital organs (heart, brain, lungs and kidneys) may be insufficient and they may die. It is vital to identify shock early and transfer the person to hospital for definitive treatment. Remember: “Could it be sepsis?”. Hope you find this useful.

04/03/2026

🔴 AN AWESOME RED & YELLOW DAY TRIBUTE IN THE DEE WHY RSL FOYER 💛

A huge thank you to Dee Why RSL for a visual tribute to Surf Life Savers on their WoW Wall in their foyer this week. It’s always great to see our volunteers recognised. Pop in and take a look – it’s huge!!! 📺

Dee Why RSL has been a long-time supporter of Dee Why Surf Life Saving Club, including generously funding a major overhaul of our Patrol Trailer and beach based First Aid & Rescue equipment this season🙌👏

❤️🟡For anyone considering a Red and Yellow Day donation, Dee Why Surf Life Saving Club has unique SLSA donation link where all donations will go directly to Dee Why SLSC. All funds will go directly fund life-saving initiatives at Dee Why beach 🥳🏖️

https://red-and-yellow-appeal.raiselysite.com/t/dee-why-slsc

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03/03/2026

🔴DEE WHY SLSC WISHES YOU A HAPPY RED & YELLOW DAY 💛

Dee Why Surf Life Saving Club is proud to celebrate the very first Red & Yellow Day on 4th March — a new nationwide celebration of the thousands of surf lifesavers who volunteer to keep our beaches safe.

Dee Why SLSC has unique SLSA donation link where all donations for Red and Yellow Day will go directly to Dee Why SLSC. If you know of anyone considering donating, please direct them to the Dee Why SLSC link to ensure all funds will go directly fund life-saving initiatives at Dee Why Surf Life Saving Club 🥳⛱️
https://red-and-yellow-appeal.raiselysite.com/t/dee-why-slsc

As our '25/'26 Patrol season at Dee Why rolls into its final 2 months, our volunteer run emergency service has much to be proud of thus far:
🔴 We’ve Patrolled over 6,700 hours, completing 105 rostered Morning/Afternoon patrols.
💛 We’ll qualify over 50 new Surf Life Savers this season, plus 20 new IRB drivers and crew.
🔴 We’ve already assisted in 1379 preventative actions, 19 significant Rescues and administered First Aid on 46 occasions.
💛 Our Nippers beach and surf safety program has over 400 children participating

💛Wishing a happy and safe Red and Yellow Day to all!🔴

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03/03/2026

Dee Why SLSC is proud to celebrate the very first Red & Yellow Day on 4th March — a new nationwide celebration of the thousands of surf lifesavers who volunteer to keep our beaches safe.

As our '25/'26 Patrol season at Dee Why rolls into its final 2 months, our volunteer run emergency service has much to be proud of thus far:

🔴 We’ve Patrolled over 6,700 hours, completing 105 rostered Morning/Afternoon patrols.

💛 We’ll qualify over 50 new Surf Life Savers this season, plus 20 new IRB drivers and crew.

🔴 We’ve already assisted in 1379 preventative actions, 19 significant Rescues and administered First Aid on 46 occasions.

💛 Our Nippers beach and surf safety program has over 400 children participating

Dee Why SLSC has applied and received a special SLSC donation link where all donations for Red and Yellow Day will go directly to Dee Why SLSC. If you know of anyone considering donating, please direct them to the Dee Why SLSC link to ensure all funds will go directly to our local Surf Life Saving Club

https://red-and-yellow-appeal.raiselysite.com/t/dee-why-slsc

💛Wishing a happy and safe Red and Yellow Day to all!🔴

02/03/2026

How catchy was the Dee Why Nippers song on 10 News+ tonight📺🎶 !!

📣Let's Go Tillies, Let's Go! ⚽

Our Dee Why Nippers had some fun last weekend making some short videos for the Matildas as they prepare to battle for the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup 🏆

You can catch all the Tillies action via our Major Nippers sponsor Network 10 on 10 Sport & Paramount Plus 📺

Good luck Matildas, and we're looking forward to cheering you on 👏😊🙌

Let's Go Tillies!

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01/03/2026

Let's Go Tillies! ⚽📣

Our Dee Why Nippers and Surf Life Saving Patrols had some fun this weekend making some short videos for the Matildas as they prepare to battle for the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup 🏆

You can catch all the Tillies action via our Major Nippers sponsor Network 10 on 10 Sport , 10 News+ & Paramount Plus 📺

Good luck Matildas, and we're looking forward to cheering you on 👏😊🙌

Let's Go Tillies!

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26/02/2026

First Aid Fridays - treatment for Jumble Jelly fish (CARYBDEA RASTONI) sting
The ‘Jumble jelly’ seem not to have appeared yet at Dee Why beach this season. However given the trouble they caused two seasons ago I thought a reminder might be helpful. There’s still some controversy / confusion about recognising the sting and treatment. This is what is known and some guidance about the best treatment. Attached is a summary – spoiler alert – shower in hot water as hot as the person can bare i.e., >45C for at least 20 minutes after dousing with vinegar to deactivate the stinging cells. N.B. There are two bottles of vinegar in the first aid room bedside the shower for this (Thanks for NOT using this for blue bottle stings – it is a waste as it does work).

19/02/2026

First Aid Friday – head injury
Management of head (brain) injury includes assessing and managing the airway and breathing, while ensuring the neck is kept stable (high spinal injuries often occur with traumatic head injury). Anyone who suffers a head injury must be assessed by a health care professional.

13/02/2026

Dee Why SLSC is celebrating Rainbow Beaches! 🌈

This weekend our Sunday afternoon Patrol, along with 130+ other Surf Life Saving Australia Clubs all across Australia, will participate in the annual Lifesavers with Pride Rainbow Beaches event 🌞

Rainbow Beaches is a fun event that allows surf life saving clubs engage and showcase the diversity of the community that they represent.

All members are welcome to come and join the Patrol, either as a patrolling member or just to help us enjoy the afternoon. Members of the public are most welcome to come along and say hello, show support, and maybe even pick up some tips on beach safety⛱️

For any keen bakers in the Club - cup-cakes, cakes and any other tasty goods are welcome, we'll have a special table set up for treats, and SLSA has provided the Club with a range of progress flag flags, banners, face paint, sweatbands, bunting, lanyards, and whistles.

A big thanks to Peninsula Living Magazine for their showcase article on the event (February Edition)!

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12/02/2026

First Aid Friday - Blue Ring Octopus bite
Blue Ringed Octopus are often found in rock pools (such as those at the south end of Dee Why Beach!), and if disturbed may inflict a potentially fatal bite. The bite is not always painful, as venom may not be injected (envenomation) however even in the absence of pain and a bite mark TREAT as a medical emergency as the venom causes paralysis (including breathing muscles) and death within 30 minutes. Apply the Pressure Immobilisation Technique – compression bandages are available in the first aid room (see: “Snake Bite Bandage”).

12/02/2026

Thanks to ABE'S BAGELS for our 2nd free delivery of Bagels this season 🥯

Extensive research into best bagel toppings has begun again. The first 2 out of the toaster went well with butter & honey from our friends at IGA Local Grocer Dee Why Beach 🐝

Dee Why SLSC members please come collect at your leisure over the next few days, every fridge & freezer in the Club has bagels in it 😋

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