Surf clubs each receive almost $10,000

Ocean Beach, Umina and Killcare Surf Life Saving Clubs have each received $9800 in funds from Central Coast Council.

The funding was part of Council's annual commitment to helping Surf Life Saving Clubs continue their beach safety work.

"Safety on our beaches is incredibly important as thousands of local residents and visitors enjoy the Central Coast's beautiful beaches each year, which are a key part of our way of life," said Council administrator Mr Ian Reynolds.

"This funding enables Surf Life Saving Central Coast's volunteers to work closely with Council's own Lifeguard service to improve safety and rescue standards across the Central Coast and keep our beaches safe," Mr Reynolds said.

The clubs also run training and education programs at the beaches and in schools.

"The opportunity now is for us and the newly-amalgamated Council to work together to provide even further consistency in beach safety service levels across the Central Coast," said Central Coast branch president Mr Stuart Harvey.

"Our 15 surf clubs and the branch are thankful for Council's continued recognition of the service we provide and our importance to the community," he said.

"The funds we receive from Council are instrumental in ensuring we can continue to provide this important lifesaving service to the beach-going community.

"Our relationship with Council is a significant one and we look forward to continuing to work closely with them into the future to keep our community safe," Mr Harvey said.

Media release, 23 Feb 2017

Ian Reynolds, Central Coast Council