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Royal Life Saving’s SwimVAC is a Swimming and Water Safety holiday program, teaching kids aged 3 - 14 years old valuable swimming and water safety lessons. SwimVAC - Partner Welcome to the revistalised SwimVac program aligned to the National Swimming and Water Safety Framework Become a SwimVAC Partner Following an extensive review of the last two years combined with the implementation of the National Swimming and Water Safety Framework we are proud to launch a brand new program! The new program includes: Stronger alignment to the National Swimming and Water Safety Framework Additional Resources Dedicated Teacher Portal Parent Support Resources New Branding and Marketing Resources Expressions of interest are now open for SwimVAC! Programs will run from Monday 11th January to Friday 22nd January 2027 What does it mean to be a partner? Registrations are now open for aquatic facilities and swim schools to partner in the states largest school holiday program for Swimming and Water Safety. Benefits of hosting a SwimVac Program include: A nationally accredited Swimming and Water Safety program suitable to children of all ability levels Aligned with the National Swimming and Water Safety Framework Specialised curriculum documents, lesson plans, and certificates created by Royal Life Saving Increase access to aquatic participation for children in the community Employment for local Swimming Teachers Training and upskilling of all teachers delivering the program Attraction of new or returning customers to your facility Access to the SwimVAC marketing kit Access to support through our RLS Swimming and Water Safety Team Association with Royal Life Saving NSW ACT TAS Ongoing support past the 2 week program if you sign up to become a Partner with RLS Check out our SwimVAC Information Guide for organisations looking for more information! Program Guide Partner EOI for 2027 If you would like to express your interest, please fill out the form below: Expression of Interest First Name Last Name Email Contact number Organisation Pool Opening Times Position Title Applicable Facility Continue SwimVAC is all about making a splash during the school holidays! Enquire Today

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Leadership Courses and Profesioanl Development Events for Swim Instructors, Lifeguards, Aquatic Facility Managers and Swim School Managers Drowning Prevention Charity Golf Day Friday 18th September 2026 Play for a Purpose. Help Save Lives. Join us for the Royal Life Saving Annual Drowning Prevention Charity Golf Day and help make a real difference in communities across Australia. Every year, drowning has a devastating impact on Australian families. By participating in our Charity Golf Day, you will be helping raise vital funds and awareness to support drowning prevention programs, water safety education, community training initiatives, and lifesaving activities that protect people of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned golfer, a corporate team, or simply looking for a great day out while supporting an important cause, we invite you to join us on the course for a memorable day of golf, networking, and community impact. Event Details Date: Friday, 18 September 2026 Registration: From 7:00am Tee Off: 7:30am (Shotgun Start) Location: Penrith Golf Club 1939 The Northern Road, Penrith NSW 2750 Register | Join us in making a difference Register your team by selecting an option below and completing the registration form PLAYER REGISTRATION $350 18 Holes 1 x Golf Cart (per 2 players) Breakfast, Lunch and Drinks Novelty Events Player Gift Packs Hole in One Prize REGISTER TEAM REGISTRATION $1,250 18 Holes for Group of 4 Players 2 x Golf Carts (1 per 2 players) Breakfast, Lunch and Drinks Novelty Events Player Gift Packs Hole in One Prize REGISTER HOLE SPONSOR $2,000 18 Holes for Group of 4 Players 2 x Golf Carts (1 per 2 players) Breakfast, Lunch and Drinks Novelty Events Player Gift Packs Hole in One Prize Company Signage on allocated Hole *100% Tax Deductible REGISTER GOLD SPONSOR $2,750 18 Holes for Group of 4 Players 2 x Golf Carts (1 per 2 players) Breakfast, Lunch and Drinks Novelty Events GOLD Player Gift Packs Hole in One Prize Company Signage on allocated Hole Acknowledgement at Lunch *100% Tax Deductible REGISTER Raffle Prizes & Donations We are currently seeking donations of prizes for our games, competitions, and raffle activities. By contributing a prize, you will help create an exciting and memorable experience for participants while supporting a meaningful cause. Your generosity will play an important role in our fundraising efforts, with proceeds helping to fund vital drowning prevention, water safety education, and lifesaving programs within our communities. We invite you to partner with us in making a lasting impact. Every donation, no matter the size, helps us work towards a future where every aquatic experience is safe and enjoyable. Button Why Your Support Matters Every registration helps Royal Life Saving continue delivering essential drowning prevention and water safety initiatives across communities. Your support assists us in: Delivering water safety education programs Providing lifesaving and first aid training Supporting community drowning prevention campaigns Enhancing aquatic safety awareness Working towards a future where every aquatic experience is safe and enjoyable Together, we can help save lives, reduce drowning, and create safer communities. Gather your team, hit the fairways, and join us for a fantastic day of golf in support of drowning prevention. We look forward to seeing you on the course.

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Each day in our communities—be it in our home, at the park, or during everyday life, emergencies happen, and ordinary people are called upon to do extraordinary things. The Royal Life Saving Commendation Awards are our way of formally recognising those acts. What Are the Commendation Awards? The Commendation Awards are presented annually by Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS to people who have displayed outstanding initiative and expertise in applying lifesaving skills during emergencies. These acts may put them at personal risk, and almost always demonstrate empathy for others in distress. Recipients come from two main groups: General public — everyday heroes who are often first on the scene. Emergency services personnel — Police, Ambulance, Fire & Rescue, Rural Fire Service, SES, etc. Why They’re Important They acknowledge and honour bravery and compassion — qualities that often go unnoticed. They highlight the importance of lifesaving training: CPR, defibrillation, first aid, water safety, etc. They inspire others: seeing someone recognised may encourage more people to learn these skills or act with courage in critical moments. They reinforce that every community can benefit when people are prepared and willing to help. Where & When You Can Nominate These awards operate in NSW, ACT and Tasmania. While nominations are accepted all year round, specific cut-off dates apply for some locations to align with our ceremonies. For NSW, the cut-off for nominations for the 2026 Ceremony (held in February) is 14 November 2025. Be sure to get your nomination in by then if you wish it to be considered for the next NSW event. How to Nominate Complete the official nomination form Commendations | Royal Life Saving Write a citation: clearly describe what happened, what the nominee did, why it was extraordinary. Submit the form and citation to Royal Life Saving NSW/ACT/TAS via email events@royalnsw.com.au Courage isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always come with applause. Sometimes it comes with calm clarity, skill, and the choice to act when others might hesitate. The Royal Life Saving Commendation Awards seek to shine a light on those actions. If you know someone who fits this description, please consider putting their story forward — NSW’s nomination window closes soon for the February ceremony. To view stories from some of our recent recipients, check out our latest citation booklets and videos - Commendations | Royal Life Saving 9 Oct 2025 Recognising Everyday Heros: Royal Life Saving Commendation Awards Awards < Back to News Each day in our communities—be it in our home, at the park, or during everyday life, emergencies happen, and ordinary people are called upon to do extraordinary things. The Royal Life Saving Commendation Awards are our way of formally recognising those acts. What Are the Commendation Awards? The Commendation Awards are presented annually by Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS to people who have displayed outstanding initiative and expertise in applying lifesaving skills during emergencies. These acts may put them at personal risk, and almost always demonstrate empathy for others in distress. Recipients come from two main groups: General public — everyday heroes who are often first on the scene. Emergency services personnel — Police, Ambulance, Fire & Rescue, Rural Fire Service, SES, etc. Why They’re Important They acknowledge and honour bravery and compassion — qualities that often go unnoticed. They highlight the importance of lifesaving training: CPR, defibrillation, first aid, water safety, etc. They inspire others: seeing someone recognised may encourage more people to learn these skills or act with courage in critical moments. They reinforce that every community can benefit when people are prepared and willing to help. Where & When You Can Nominate These awards operate in NSW, ACT and Tasmania. While nominations are accepted all year round, specific cut-off dates apply for some locations to align with our ceremonies. For NSW , the cut-off for nominations for the 2026 Ceremony (held in February) is 14 November 2025 . Be sure to get your nomination in by then if you wish it to be considered for the next NSW event. How to Nominate Complete the official nomination form Commendations | Royal Life Saving Write a citation: clearly describe what happened, what the nominee did, why it was extraordinary. Submit the form and citation to Royal Life Saving NSW/ACT/TAS via email events@royalnsw.com.au Courage isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always come with applause. Sometimes it comes with calm clarity, skill, and the choice to act when others might hesitate. The Royal Life Saving Commendation Awards seek to shine a light on those actions. If you know someone who fits this description, please consider putting their story forward — NSW’s nomination window closes soon for the February ceremony. To view stories from some of our recent recipients, check out our latest citation booklets and videos - Commendations | Royal Life Saving Previous Next < Back to News Related Posts 1,800 NSW Teachers Equipped with Lifesaving Skills Ahead of Summer News and Media Emerging Swim Teachers Dive into a Day of Learning at the 2026 Swimposium News and Media Record ClubGRANTS Support Helps Royal Life Saving NSW Reach More Communities News and Media

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The 2025 Safer Places to Swimposium, held on 27–28 August at the Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort in the Hunter Valley, marked a pivotal moment for aquatic communities in NSW and beyond. Over two days, more than 100 delegates—including council representatives, state and federal government agencies, researchers, architects, leisure operators, suppliers, and community leaders—came together to reflect, challenge, and co-design solutions for two pressing issues: Ageing Aquatic Infrastructure and Inland Waterway Safety. This was not just a conference; it was a workshop for solutions. Delegates rolled up their sleeves in interactive design sessions—imagining ideal aquatic facilities with budgets of $10 million, $20 million, and $40 million—and explored bold, innovative ideas for reimagining inland waterways as safer, more inclusive community assets. Key Themes from Day 1 Day 1 set a constructive yet sobering tone, highlighting: The urgent need for an Aquatic Infrastructure Renewal Strategy at both NSW and Federal Government levels. The financial pressures facing many regional councils, leading to tough decisions on supervision and operations. Recognition of the untapped potential of inland waterways as both treasured recreation spaces and high-risk environments. A strong call for innovation in design and adaptation strategies to ensure facilities remain sustainable, inclusive, and financially viable. Key Themes from Day 2 Day 2 was solutions-focused, with a strong emphasis on data, design, and strategy. Highlights included: The State of Aquatic Facility Infrastructure Report, which revealed the extent of ageing centres and the urgent need for long-term investment strategies. Innovative facility design approaches that balance affordability with inclusivity and sustainability. Recognition that leadership and culture are as critical as infrastructure in improving safety and community confidence. A call for coordinated industry leadership to unify advocacy, align priorities, and strengthen the sector’s voice to government. Why This Matters The Swimposium reinforced that while our sector is facing significant challenges—ageing facilities, rising maintenance costs, and limited budgets—it is also brimming with resilience, creativity, and readiness to act. The solutions are on the table; what’s needed now is policy certainty, sustained funding, and collaboration across all levels of government and community. Acknowledgements This event would not have been possible without the support of Royal Life Saving Australia and the Australian Government’s Water Safety and Snow Safe Funding Program. Special thanks also to our speakers, panellists, and participants, whose expertise and lived experiences shaped meaningful discussions across the two days. Read the Report The Safer Places to Swimposium Summary Report is now available. This report captures the collective insights, case studies, and strategies that emerged during the event. It serves as both a record of our shared learning and a call to action for councils, planners, and communities working to deliver safer, more sustainable, and more inclusive aquatic environments. 👉 Download the Safer Places to Swimposium Summary Report 24 Sept 2025 Building Safer Places to Swim: Swimposium 2025 Summary Report Released News and Media < Back to News The 2025 Safer Places to Swimposium, held on 27–28 August at the Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort in the Hunter Valley, marked a pivotal moment for aquatic communities in NSW and beyond. Over two days, more than 100 delegates—including council representatives, state and federal government agencies, researchers, architects, leisure operators, suppliers, and community leaders—came together to reflect, challenge, and co-design solutions for two pressing issues: Ageing Aquatic Infrastructure and Inland Waterway Safety . This was not just a conference; it was a workshop for solutions. Delegates rolled up their sleeves in interactive design sessions—imagining ideal aquatic facilities with budgets of $10 million, $20 million, and $40 million—and explored bold, innovative ideas for reimagining inland waterways as safer, more inclusive community assets. Key Themes from Day 1 Day 1 set a constructive yet sobering tone, highlighting: The urgent need for an Aquatic Infrastructure Renewal Strategy at both NSW and Federal Government levels. The financial pressures facing many regional councils, leading to tough decisions on supervision and operations. Recognition of the untapped potential of inland waterways as both treasured recreation spaces and high-risk environments. A strong call for innovation in design and adaptation strategies to ensure facilities remain sustainable, inclusive, and financially viable. Key Themes from Day 2 Day 2 was solutions-focused, with a strong emphasis on data, design, and strategy. Highlights included: The State of Aquatic Facility Infrastructure Report, which revealed the extent of ageing centres and the urgent need for long-term investment strategies. Innovative facility design approaches that balance affordability with inclusivity and sustainability. Recognition that leadership and culture are as critical as infrastructure in improving safety and community confidence. A call for coordinated industry leadership to unify advocacy, align priorities, and strengthen the sector’s voice to government. Why This Matters The Swimposium reinforced that while our sector is facing significant challenges—ageing facilities, rising maintenance costs, and limited budgets—it is also brimming with resilience, creativity, and readiness to act. The solutions are on the table; what’s needed now is policy certainty, sustained funding, and collaboration across all levels of government and community. Acknowledgements This event would not have been possible without the support of Royal Life Saving Australia and the Australian Government’s Water Safety and Snow Safe Funding Program . Special thanks also to our speakers, panellists, and participants, whose expertise and lived experiences shaped meaningful discussions across the two days. Read the Report The Safer Places to Swimposium Summary Report is now available. This report captures the collective insights, case studies, and strategies that emerged during the event. It serves as both a record of our shared learning and a call to action for councils, planners, and communities working to deliver safer, more sustainable, and more inclusive aquatic environments. 👉 Download the Safer Places to Swimposium Summary Report Previous Next < Back to News Related Posts 1,800 NSW Teachers Equipped with Lifesaving Skills Ahead of Summer News and Media Emerging Swim Teachers Dive into a Day of Learning at the 2026 Swimposium News and Media Record ClubGRANTS Support Helps Royal Life Saving NSW Reach More Communities News and Media