LOWER North Coast Surf Life Saving and Newcastle Permanent representatives gathered at Crowdy Head for the ceremonial raising of the flags, marking the beginning of the 2020/21 patrol season.
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Patrols are now underway from Crowdy Head to Pacific Palms with 1766 local surf lifesavers enlisted to help protect Lower North Coast beachgoers this summer.
Last season, volunteers from Lower North Coast Surf Lifesaving dedicated 14,744 hours overseeing the safety of 90,000 community members, performing 34 rescues and tending first aid to 67.
Lower North Coast Branch president Brian Wilcox, said despite recent obstacles presented by COVID-19, his team are equipped and ready for the upcoming summer months.
"Spending time at the beach is a way of life for many locals,'' he said.
"Our dedicated team has worked tirelessly to develop the necessary COVID safety plans that will allow our beaches to stay open and safe this summer.
"With the support of our long-term community partner, Newcastle Permanent, we are able to continue to deliver our essential lifesaving services and ensure our volunteers have the equipment, training and skills they need to stay at the top of their game.
"Newcastle Permanent's support also enables the recruitment, training and retention of our junior surf lifesavers which will help to ensure our beaches remain safe for generations to come."
Newcastle Permanent Branch manager lending, Craig Fuller, said the organisation was proud to continue their long-standing partnership with Mid North Coast Surf Lifesaving which is now in its 15th year.
"As a customer-owned organisation, we're passionate about supporting local community groups and organisations that help make our community great,'' he said.
"Our ongoing partnership with Lower North Coast Surf Lifesaving is an integral part of our community sponsorship and one which has been built on a strong foundation of shared values and commitment to the community.
"We recognise the important role volunteer surf lifesavers play in keeping our community safe and it's a privilege to support Lower North Coast Surf Lifesaving and their dedicated team in continuing their vital work," he concluded.
Newcastle Permanent supports Surf Life Saving from the Central Coast to the Queensland border through its partnerships with the six regional Surf Life Saving branches, including Central Coast, Hunter, Mid North Coast, North Coast, Far North Coast SLS clubs.
