Surf Life Saving Clubs in the Bega Electorate have shared in $5.45 million in funding for new and upgraded facilities through the Minns Labor Government’s Surf Club Facility Program.

Grants up to $1 million were available for projects that involve the upgrade, restoration or construction of new surf life saving facilities.

This year’s Program also included grants for project design and planning, ensuring surf club projects are supported from concept to completion.

Projects that encourage the participation of women and girls, people with disability, First Nations peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and LGBTQIA+ are a priority of the Program.

Two surf life saving clubs in the Bega Electorate received funding in this year’s Program for the following projects::

• Broulee Surfers Surf Life Saving Club $100,500 for Clubhouse Cladding and Gutter Replacement
• Pambula Surf Life Saving Club $48,000 for Lights and Shelving and Security upgrades

For further information and the list of recipients visit: https://www.sport.nsw.gov.au/grants/surf-club-facility-program

Quote attributed to Michael Holland MP:

“Our local surf life saving clubs are at the heart of coastal life in the Bega electorate, keeping our beaches safe while bringing communities together.

“This funding is a strong investment in the people who volunteer their time to protect others, ensuring they have modern, fit-for-purpose facilities to support their vital work.

“It’s particularly important that these upgrades also make clubs more inclusive and accessible, encouraging greater participation from across the whole community.

“I look forward to seeing these projects delivered and the positive impact they will have for both our volunteers and everyone who enjoys our coastline.”

Minister for Sport Steve Kamper said:

“The Surf Club Facility Program provides critical funding to our surf life saving clubs to enable them to better protect beachgoers.

“The awarding of $5.48 million for 61 projects is part of our four-year $21.6 million commitment to ensure our Surf Life Saving Clubs are modern, safe and inclusive.

“Wanda Surf Life Saving Club’s redevelopment project will support lifesaving, unite members and strengthen community connections.

“Once completed, these 61 projects will ensure our surf life saving clubs can continue to deliver a world-class service and keep our beaches safe.

Chief Operating Officer of Surf Life Saving NSW Phil Ayres said:

“Across NSW there are 129 surf clubs that are pillars of safety within their communities, sustained by a growing volunteer membership of over 85,000.

"The NSW Government’s support through the Surf Club Facilities Program will assist more than a third of our clubs, through 61 individual projects in 2026, to remain fit for purpose and give our volunteer lifesavers the facilities they need to ensure they can be rescue ready should the worst happen on our coastline.

“Not only this, but the funding from this Program delivers safe, secure, and accessible facilities for members and the communities that they protect."

MEDIA:

Lisa Miller | Dr Michael Holland MP Member for Bega | 02 6492 2056