ABOUT SANDON POINT SURF CLUB
Sandon Point Surf Life Saving Club was established in 1961 and is located in Bulli in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, Australia. Sandon Point Beach is patrolled by volunteer lifesavers who give generously of their time to protect the many locals and visitors who frequently visit this popular beach. We would like to thank our members for their continued efforts to make our beach a safer place.
OUR CORE VALUES AND PRINCIPLES
- Preserve and safeguard life in the aquatic environment
- Provide a positive environment for all members to enjoy
- Inclusive not exclusive club by encouraging involvement and participation
- One club policy: not to discriminate against any group within the club
- Develop & educate today’s youth to increase active participation in the club’s future
- Encourage a mutual respect between members
- Create a sense of belonging and family
- Constantly strive for new concepts, improvement and development
- Maintain and develop a positive relationship with the Sandon Point Board Riders
Our History
| 1961 | Sandon Point Surf Life Saving Club was officially opened |
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| 1965 | In June the our first club house is burnt down |
| 1966 | On 18 December 1966 the southern portion of the club was officially opened by G.Grant President of SLSI |
| 1972 | Toilet block was erected on the northern side of the club house at a cost of $5000 |
| 1980 | Sandon Point nearly closed by Surf Life Saving NSW. It was saved by Trevor Mott, Tim Gripton and Terry Hagan |
| 1982 | The timber balcony was erected by Wollongong TAFE student development program |
| 1994 | An old fridge burnt out and exploded setting fire to the inside of the club house |
| 1995 | Members painted internal walls and improved security and storage of the building |
| 1999 | Club house was bag & rendered, electrical and amenities upgraded at a cost of $60,000 |
| 2013 | Club house was re-opened after being extensively renovated at a cost of $3.7 million. |
Life Members
Life Membership is the highest honour within a Surf Life Saving Club. Our life members are to be congratulated for their commitment to Surf Lifesaving and Sandon Point Surf Life Saving Club.
Jack McCosker
Fred Misdom
Anthony Ryan (Midnight)
Tony Hagan
Peter Haines
Tim Gripton
Terry Hagan
Lorrae Catchpole
Scott Baines
Geoff Smith
Darren Morris
Peter Lockhart
Brett Simpson
Our Sponsors
We could not be able to operate without their generous support. If you’re interested in supporting our club, get in touch with us.
JOIN OR RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP AT SANDON POINT SURF CLUB
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