Stockton SLSC Annual Report 2015/16 ABN: 81 952 288 466
Published July 2016
Designed and printed by Lakemac Print
Photographs kindly supplied by Daniel Danuser and Stephen Smith Contents
Mission Statement...... 2 Patrons, CO Patrons and Elected Officers...... 3 Life Members...... 4 Agenda...... 5 Minutes of 107th AGM...... 6 President’s Report...... 9 Director of Club Services (Deputy President) Report...... 10 Director of Administration Report...... 11 Director of Finance Report...... 12 Director of Lifesaving Report (Club Captain) Report...... 23 Director of Education (Training) Report...... 24 Director of Junior Member Services Report...... 26 Director of Surf Sports Report...... 32 Registrars Report...... 34 Member Listings...... 35 Australia Day Newcastle Harbour Swim 2016...... 40 Our new Beach Wheelchair...... 43 Return of IRB Racing...... 44 2016/17 Elected Officer Nominations...... 45 Sponsors...... 46
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 1 Stockton SLSC is committed to being a valued part of the Community, to serve the surfing public of Stockton Beach and its surrounding areas by protecting Mission life, preserving safety and preventing incidents by Statement proactive and contemporary lifesaving practices through vigilance, service and continuous training. 2 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report Patrons, CO Patrons and Elected Officers Executive POSITION NAME President Trevor Upton Director of Club Services (Deputy President) Kevin Jackson Director of Administration Margaret Jackson Director of Finance Wayne Findlay Director of Lifesaving Nicholas Owen Director of Junior Member Services Jo-Anne Dryden Director of Surf Sports Jason Upton Director of Education Brendon Ryman Management Committee POSITION NAME OHandS Officer Todd Harris Club Coach Noel Burns Hall Manager/Licensee Kevin Jackson Publicity Officer John Bevan (resigned) Registrar Dennis Gill Minutes Secretary Bonnie Danuser Major Events Coordinator Sponsorship Coordinator Fundraising Officer Social Organiser Junior Activities Superintendent Wayne Findlay Lifesaving Gear Coordinator (Vice Club Captain) Luke McShane Youth Development Coordinator Surf Boat Captain Hannah Thomas IRB Captain Tony Wood Non Committee Positions POSITION NAME Clothing Coordinator Bonnie Danuser Junior Activities Age Supervisors Craft/Swim/Beach Sectional Captain Paul Bernard Club Competition Coordinators Harry Rowlatt, Wayne McMahon Website Coordinator Sarah Neal Junior Activities Gear Coordinator Daniel Danuser Junior Activities Recorder, Comp Recorder Jane Watson Club Archives Officer Dennis Gill Patron Donald Bland Co-Patrons Effie Bland, Noel Burns, Jan and Dave Burnett, Sharon Claydon, Tim Crakanthorp
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 3 Non Committee Positions POSITION NAME
Honorary Doctors Dr Mike Hamidi, Dr Shahul Mujahid Auditors Mark Walmsley Honorary Solicitor Robert McKessar Honorary Members Ronald Gibbs, Brian Rudder, Effie Bland Life Members Seniors 1924: M.Callan,* J.J Fairless,*J.W.Hocquard,*J.W Oldham* 1925: G.Childs* 1932: A.Purdon* 1933: J.Bourke* 1934: V.J.Hodges*SP 1940: W.H.Webster 1944: R.V.Brady* 1945: R.A.Ancliffe* 1948: R.L.Williams,*T.H.McIntyre,*W.E.Davies* 1949: J.Jones,* H.Deveraux,*A.C.Linich* 1956: W.E.Arthur* 1957: C.Whyte* 1958: H.B.Rowlatt, K.Burke* 1964: D.T.Bland, B.Jones* 1968: R.Thomas* 1969: R.B.Dingle 1974: R.T.Evans 1977: J.R.Brady, J.M.Bevan 1985: K.Anderson,*J.Newton, I.Cartwright 1987: P.Moffet,*J.S.Anderson 1989: R.A.Boyd 1992: N.A.Burns, B.T.Evans 2002: R.Littlewood 2004: R.McMahon (Mrs.) 2005: T.Upton 2007: R.Bevan, W.Mason, J.H.Rowlatt 2010: L.Bevan(Mrs.), K.Grainger, W.McMahon 2015: K.Jackson Juniors 1977: D.T.Bland 1979: K.DeFiddes* 1982: G.Conway,* L.Newton 1990: R.Slade
4 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report Agenda
• Welcome by President, Trevor Upton
• One Minute Silence for Past Members
• Club Affiliation and Accreditation of Delegates
• Hunter Branch Affiliation with SLSNSW and SLSA
• It is recommended that Stockton SLSC seeks to formally affiliate with Hunter Surf Lifesaving, Surf Lifesaving New South Wales and Surf Lifesaving Australia Ltd and further that Stockton SLSC agrees to abide by the constitutions, rules and regulations and policies, and resolutions with the awards and equipment of SLSNSW and SLSA
• Apologies
• Adoption of Minutes of the 107th Annual General Meeting
• Presentation of the Stockton SLSC Annual report for the 2015/2016 Season
• Presentation of the Audited Accounts and Director of Finance Report for the 2015/2016 Season
• Election of Officers for the 2016/2017 Season
• Presentation of Life Memberships and other Presentations
• Fixture of Fees
• General Business – urgent matters of which prior notice has been given
• Date of Annual General Meeting 2017
Stockton SLSC wishes to express their sympathy to any member who has suffered a loss during the season.
May their memory live on.
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 5 Minutes of 107th AGM
Conducted at Stockton Surf Club on Sunday 12 July 2015 Attendance: Peter Wilkinson, Michael Craig, Kevin Jackson, Wayne Findlay, Callan Nickerson, Dennis Gill, Margaret Jackson, Trevor Upton, Bonnie Danuser, Don Bland, Bob Dingle, Ian Cartwright, Glen Bernard, Harold Rowlatt, Brendon Ryman, Wayne Mason, Steven Gill, Luke McShane, John Anderson, Roslyn McMahon, Luke Wagner, Lucas Nickerson, Paul Bernard, Tony Wood, Ross Evans, David Freeman, Margaret Tobin, Ross Boyd, Jason Upton, Wayne McMahon, David Billett, Bruce Evans, Tyler Harris, Renae Bentley, Pierre Thomas, Amanda Plumsted, Nathan Rolston, Brendan Johnston, Richard Merrick. Apologies: Noel Burns, Ken Grainger, Brian Rudder, Nikki Diver, Talina Danuser, Lynne Bevan, John Bevan, Nic Owen, Todd Harris, R Littlewood, Henry Scruton, Rhonda Scruton, Simon Hughes, Effie Bland, John Rowlatt, Giana Thomas, Trent Watson, Jane Watson. Meeting Opened: 11.05am Callan welcomed everyone present and thanked all for coming. One minute silence was observed for members who have passed away. Previous Minutes from AGM were circulated in 107th Annual Report. Apologies tabled.
BUSINESS ARISING ACTION STEPS TARGET DATE FROM PREVIOUS DATE/PERSON COMPLETED MINUTES RESPONSIBLE
Club affiliation with Moved Kevin Jackson/Brendon Ryman to accept Hunter Surf Life Saving and Surf Life Saving New South Wales
Adoption of Minutes of Moved Minutes be accepted 106th AGM Ian Cartwright/Roz McMahon
REPORTS ACTION STEPS TARGET DATE DATE/PERSON COMPLETED RESPONSIBLE
Presentation of Stockton • Callan reported a very successful year with the club. SLSC Annual Report for • Over 3,000 patrol hours, 815 preventatives, 9 rescues and over 30,000 2013/14 season. beach goers Callan Nickerson • Bronze and SRC courses had strong numbers -President • 155 Nippers registered with an increase in carnival attendance, successful coaching with John Anderson/Paul Bernard. Better retention of Nipper numbers this year. • Very successful Surf Sports season in Opens, Masters, Craft and Boats – most successful season since 2003 • Congratulated winners of Club Championships, Breakwall Swims and Pointscores • Good year for finances considering we didn’t have ASRL or Harbour Swim $14,000 spent on Lifesaving $205,360 in bank account $125,000 in fixed term deposit $50,000 in working account $10,000 received from Newcastle City Council Kiosk Fund $4,000 received from Quality Clubs Program Bonus The club has operated at a profit. Accountant/Auditor has changed how we manage assets by depreciating assets over their lifetime. Thank you to Wayne Findlay who has done an excellent job. Brendon Ryman was one of five Hunter Branch members to participate in a Search and Rescue course to assist Maritime Police. Congratulations Brendon.
6 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report REPORTS ACTION STEPS TARGET DATE DATE/PERSON COMPLETED RESPONSIBLE
New Wave Nippers was conducted in two x 5 week blocks. The participants and helpers had a fantastic experience together. Thank you to Kevin and Margaret Jackson and sponsors IGA and Stockton Pharmacy Youth Engagement Program (YEP) for U13-U14s was conducted to build leadership skills and hopefully retain these youths in the surf club. Stockton had 10 SRCs involved – thank you to Luke McShane and our sponsor Port of Newcastle. Stockton SLSC received $25,000 from Port Waratah Coal Services which is the largest single sponsorship ever received. This money will be used for Education and Lifesaving, Restoration of Documents and Training of the Club Committee Callan thanked each of the directors for their input, commitment and work towards a successful 2014/15 season. Moved Kevin Jackson/John Anderson report be accepted.
Presentation of the Financial Report included in Annual Report as tabled. Audited Accounts Main expenditure: and Director of • Resanded club floor Finance Report for • Upgraded the bar 2014/15 season • Purchased two new motors Wayne Findlay Main changes can been seen on Page 18 in Breakdown of Assets. - Director of Finance Moved Amanda Plumsted/Donald Bland report be accepted John Anderson congratulated Callan and the Committee for a fantastic year. The club is in good shape and going in the right direction.
Election of Officers Callan declared all positions vacant and called upon Trevor Upton to lead voting for three positions – Director of Club Services, Licencee, IRB Captain President One nomination for President. Callan Nickerson, President for 2015/16 season. Director of Club Services (Vice President) Two nominations: Kevin Jackson and Ken Grainger Vote taken. Kevin Jackson voted as Director of Club Services 2015/16 Director of Lifesaving (Club Captain) Nic Owen Director of Surf Sports Jason Upton Director of Administration Margaret Jackson Director of Education Brendon Ryman Director of Finance Wayne Findlay The following positions were sought from the floor: Executive Committee: • Junior Member Services – moved Amanda Plumsted/Dennis Gill that Jo- Anne Dryden be approached to accept this position. Management Committee • OH&S Officer – Todd Harris • Publicity Officer – no nominations, hold over • Major Events Coordinator – no nominations, hold over • Sponsorship Coordinator – no nominations, hold over • Fundraising Coordinator – no nominations, hold over • Life Saving and Gear Coordinator – Luke McShane. Moved by David Freeman/Paul Bernard, accepted. • Youth Development Coordinator – no nominations, Callan to approach Penny Holt/hold over. • IRB Captain – two nominations: Tony Wood and Brendon Ryman. Vote taken - IRB Captain Tony Wood • Surf Boat Captain – moved Tyler Harris/Kevin Jackson that Hannah Thomas be appointed. Accepted • Licensee – two nominations: Kevin Jackson and Noel Burns. Vote taken - Noel Burns Non-Committee Positions: • Club Patron – Doc Bland. Moved Harry Rowlatt/Glen Bernard. Accepted. Callan thanked Harry for all his years as Club Patron • Co-Patrons – Noel Burns, Sharon Clayden, Jan and Dave Burnett, Effie Bland, Jeff McCloy and Tim Krakenthorp. Moved Ian Cartwright/Roz McMahon. Accepted.
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 7 REPORTS ACTION STEPS TARGET DATE DATE/PERSON COMPLETED RESPONSIBLE
Election of • Honorary Doctors – Doctor Hamidi and Dr Mujahid. Moved Kevin Jackson/ Officers Dennis Gill to remain the same. Accepted. • Honorary Members – Effie Bland, Ron Gibbs and Brian Rudder. Moved Roz McMahon/Kevin Jackson to remain the same. Accepted. • Junior Age Managers – moved Margaret Jackson/Kevin Jackson to hold over these positions until Nippers begins in October. • Craft/Swim Captain – moved John Anderson/Glen Bernard to elect Paul Bernard. Position accepted. • Club Competition Co-ordinators – moved Kevin Jackson/Glen Bernard to elect Wayne McMahon. Position accepted. Moved Jason Upton/Glen Bernard to elect Harry Rowlatt. Position accepted. • Honorary Solicitor – moved Ian Cartwright/Amanda Plumsted to elect Rob McKessar. Positions Announced, Directors President – Callan Nickerson Finance – Wayne Findlay Administration - Margaret Jackson Member Services – Kevin Jackson Surf Sports – Jason Upton Life Saving – Nicholas Owen Education – Brendon Ryman JAC – held over Other Positions Coach – Noel Burns Hall hire – Kevin Jackson Licencee – Noel Burns Registrar – Dennis Gill Minutes – Bonnie Danuser Youth Development Officer – Luke McShane Surfboat captain – Hannah Thomas Craft/Swim captain – Paul Bernard Club Competition Co-ordinator – Wayne McMahon and Harry Rowlatt Junior Recorder – Jane Watson Moved Kevin Jackson/Roz McMahon other positions be left in abeyance until first committee meeting. Callan thanked all who served on the committee last season and congratulated those who have taken on a new position as well as those who have taken on a position again. Callan thanked Daniel Danuser for the photographs for the Annual Report Kevin Jackson/Wayne Findlay moved all ballot papers be destroyed.
Life Members Nomination for Kevin Jackson. Moved John Bevan/Lynn Bevan. Committee and 50 Year confirm Kevin Jackson eligible. Robert Dingle presented Kevin Jackson with his life Service membership. Moved Paul/Glen that the election process with regard to secret ballot/proxies for Life Members is not clear. Committee to look into the constitution relating to this matter.
Fixture of Fees The Management Committee recommended no change to the fee structure for the 2015/16 season. Moved Glen Bernard/Ian Cartwright, agreed unanimously. The Committee did not propose to increase gym membership fees for next season.
General Business No notifications of items for General Business. Paul Bernard/Ian Cartwright moved that Management Committee elect a Constitution Committee to look at clauses and interpret. Nominated John Anderson, John Bevan, Ian Cartwright, David Freeman, Callan Nickerson. Ian Cartwright would like the Committee to consider re-erecting a flagpole. Don Bland suggested a letter to Council to install. Next AGM – Moved Glen Bernard/Dennis Gill that new Committee decide on date for next AGM
Meeting Closed 12.40pm and Refreshments were served.
8 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report Presidents Report
It is my pleasure to present to you the There were many notable performances this season at annual report for 2015-16. club, Branch, State and Aussie carnivals. I am sure that these will be noted by the Surf Sports Director. This season has been a challenging, but has no I would like to congratulate and thank you for your doubt been successful. We as a club have achieved dedication and time to attend carnivals between may things, our greatest achievement is we have Foster and Sydney South. maintained a safe beach. Our coaching program for the first part of the season On the lifesaving front lead by Nic Owen it has been was delivered by John Anderson before he had to a successful season with our members performing resign his position as he had found greener pastures in the agreed patrol hours. This is an outstanding another area. Fortunately for the club John was able achievement and a true reflection of the dedication to find a replacement in Warren Smith to continue of all our members have shown. I would like to with the coaching program. The numbers attending congratulate and thank every member for their each session have been encouraging for the coming contribution this season. seasons. Thank you to John, Warren and the water Our education team lead by Brendon Ryman has safety for your efforts in sometimes cool conditions for had another good season. The highlight has been making the program a success. This has been shown the training of Surf Rescue Certificates (SRC) with by the increased numbers of competitors attending numbers of members achieving this increased on carnivals. We must thank the Port of Newcastle for their previous seasons. Our club also taught the Lifesaving support of this program. Award which consisted of the following awards; Bronze I would like to thank all committee members for their Medallion, First Aid Certificate, Radio Operators and tireless work this year. Many things would not have Spinal. In addition to this, there where IRB driver and been achieved if it were not for these members, in crew who gained their certificates. particular the executive committee who have provided With senior/junior skills maintenance being conducted in much guidance to the running of the club and to me the early parts of the season and the awards indicated when I took the position after the resignation of Callan above, this has been another big season for our small Nickerson. education team. This season Stockton has hosted Hunter I would like to also thank our sponsors and Branches six education water assessments. supporters, of which there are many. Our club cannot The surf sports being coordinated by Jason Upton and function without the commitment of our supporting his many helpers have had another successful season organisations so thank you for your contribution. in both junior and senior. This season we have had a Finally, sincere thanks to all our volunteers for your steady number of competitors across all surf sports continued support and efforts in making our beach disciplines including; masters, seniors – ski, craft and safe for all attending public and for making the club boat events. a great place. It is your efforts throughout the season The junior numbers attending Sunday events at the that make’s the club a stand out in the Hunter Branch - beach and also the numbers attending Branch and thank you. State carnivals have grown this season. For a club Trevor Upton with a small competition contingency I am incredibly President proud of the results we have achieved this season.
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 9 Director of Club Services (Deputy President) Report
I have great pleasure in presenting In addition to this Hunter Surf Lifesaving used Stockton to you my Report as Director of Club as its base for numerous courses and assessments during the 15/16 season. The club received a Services for season 2015/16. contribution from HSLS for the use of our club and equipment. We thank the branch for their contribution The only major expenditure for hall maintenance this throughout the year. past season has been the insulation and re-cementing of the cool room floor. This has helped to prevent the SSLSC itself used the hall for SRC and Bronze Training, condensation which was leaking into the hall and also Nippers Parents Meeting and 2 Nipper Sleepovers as the ladies change room downstairs. well as monthly Management Committee Meetings.
Once again our club has been used frequently We don’t make a fortune from hall bookings but it throughout the season as shown below: is constant and is a revenue stream which helps to cover costs for the general maintenance, repairs and 2014/2015 2015/2016 replacement of equipment for the building. Season Season Weddings 5 8 The lawn continues to thrive making the exterior of the club a lot more pleasing. Many thanks to Gordon and Engagements/Anniversaries 4 2 Brad from the Stockton Bowling Club and Warren for Birthday Parties 5 3 his carpentry assistance around the clubhouse this Christenings 2 2 season, your help is much appreciated. Christmas Parties 1 1 Congratulations to the 15/16 Committee for their work Police Training Sessions 4 4 in running the club for the past season. Church Groups 2 2 Other 1 3 Total 24 25 Kevin Jackson Director of Club Services and Hall Manager
10 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report Director of Administration Report
Another season is over and we’ve had club for their friendship and willingness to help when some ups and some downs. A record asked. Special thanks to Bonnie Danuser (Jack of all Trades) and Jane Watson who both fulfilled the position number of Nippers joined in the 2015/16 of Minutes Secretary throughout the season. season and all signs point to an even Well that’s it for my last report – please treat your bigger 2016/17. Committee well as what they do is all on a voluntary basis. If you have any ideas for fundraising or ideas The down side for the season was the low number of to continually improve our club, come along to the patrolling members which made it very difficult for the meetings so that you can put forward your thoughts. club to patrol the beach. Hopefully next season a lot of the Nipper parents will complete their Bronze and Thanks to all for their support here’s hoping for a become patrolling members. great 2016/2017 Season. (Hopefully we will have our beautiful Stockton Beach back by the start of the Many thanks to Daniel Danuser who volunteered to season). organise the Australia Day Harbour Swim in January. Daniel worked tirelessly organising the entire event from start to finish and it was a great success. Thanks also to the club members who helped out on the day Margaret Jackson with water safety and taking entry forms. Director of Administration
The ‘What’s On’ continues to be emailed to all members on a weekly basis and lists the Patrol Roster for the next 2 weeks and advising members of any upcoming events, courses which are planned. Pierre Thomas continues to provide the ‘Tip of the Week’ – Thanks Pierre.
Unfortunately due to family commitments I was unable to organise the New Wave Nippers for children with disabilities in the past season. Hopefully we can form a group to help organise this for the 16/17 season as it does so much for these special kids.
Congratulations to Stockton Nippers and Seniors/ Masters who competed so well at Branch, State and Aussie Titles. Stockton SLSC is well and truly back on the map competing at these major events.
The Senior Presentation at Stockton Bowling Club was again a great success with good food and a wonderful band ‘Bounce’.
This is my last season as Director of Administration and I would like to thank the committees I have worked with over my time in this position and everyone else in the
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 11 Director of Finance Report
It gives me great pleasure to present relationships with our sponsoring partners is improved the 2015/2016 annual financial report and sustainable into the future. By working towards improving income for our club, it means we are able of Stockton Surf Life Saving Club for your to invest in our members so our membership base can consideration and acceptance. continue to grow.
Stockton SLSC for the past financial year has incurred a I would like to express the appreciation of Stockton small operating loss of $4,182. This figure was less than SLSC to our financial partners and supporters, without the $18,588 profit for the previous year. This loss can whom we would not be able to function. They are: primarily be attributed to lower than expected levels • Port of Newcastle Operations of sponsorship funds which the club has received in previous seasons. The club is working to improve our • Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group sponsorship arrangements in the coming season. • Hunter Surf Life Saving • Raine & Horne Stockton Total income for the year was $118,147. These figures included the allocation of funds from Hunter Surf • SLSA and SLS NSW Lifesaving for attaining Bronze Level in the Club Quality • MOLES Program and the Kiosk Program, Newcastle Permanent • Newcastle Permanent Building Society, M.O.L.E.S Coffee Group, Raine and • Stockton Bowling Club Horne Stockton, Port of Newcastle Operations Pty Ltd, Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group, Surf Lifesaving In closing I would like to acknowledge the efforts of NSW and Surf Lifesaving Australia, which has been Stockton SLSC Directors and Management committee allocated for new life saving equipment, training for the manner in which they manage the operations equipment and youth development. of the club.
Expenditure for the year was $122,329. This figure I commend the Stockton SLSC financial statements for included costs for a paid club coach, club clothing, 2015/2016 for your endorsement. gear and equipment and hall and bar maintenance.
Although we have incurred a small loss the club is working to ensure that we can return to an operating Wayne Findlay profit in the 2016/17 season by ensuring our Director of Finance
12 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report STOCKTON SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB INC ABN 81 952 288 466
FinancialFinancial Statements Statements For the yearFor the year ended ended 31 May 31 2016 May 2016
MARK WALMSLEY CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT 16 Dunbar Street (PO Box 31)
STOCKTON 2295
Phone: 02 49201311 Fax: 02 49201324
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 13 STOCKTON SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB INC ABN 81 952 288 466
Contents
Income and Expenditure Statement
Balance Sheet
Notes to the Financial Statements
Statement by Members of the Committee
Independent Audit Report to the Members
14 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report IncomeSTOCKTON and SURF Expenditure LIFE SAVING CLUB INC ABNStatement 81 952 288 466 Income and Expenditure Statement for the yearFor theended year ended 31 31May 2016May 2016
2016 2015 $ $
Income Carnival income 2,177 2,053 Clothing & equipment sold 5,499 6,007 Donations & sponsorships 36,627 67,902 Grants & subsidies received 4,264 2,136 Fees 23,864 20,454 Educational income 627 600 Harbour swim 11,474 6,703 Fundraising 1,465 8,462 Room hire 10,980 8,391 Interest received 4,260 4,143 Juniors 7,680 12,400 Raffle proceeds 3,737 5,053 Catering, refreshments & entertainment 1,180 1,222 Presentation night - seniors 1,630 1,658 Sundry income 2,685 400 Total income 118,147 147,585
Expenses Advertising & promotion 100 338 Bookkeeping fees 973 812 Audit fees 900 990 Bank fees & charges 5 12 Carnivals 4,674 4,726 Clothing for resale 15,615 11,560 Club house expenses 10,366 11,589 Coaching fees 4,917 5,100 Depreciation 6,099 1,415 Donations 1,304 1,415 Educational expenses 2,039 2,413 Equipment purchases & repair 9,592 7,634 Fees - Branch & State 9,184 11,141 Fundraising expenses 722 2,918 Harbour swim 8,311 7,498 Insurance 4,000 3,994
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 15 IncomeSTOCKTON and SURF Expenditure LIFE SAVING CLUB INC ABNStatement 81 952 288 466 Income and Expenditure Statement for the yearFor theended year ended 31 31May 2016May 2016
2016 2015 $ $ Licences 213 224 Vehicle & IRB expenses 7,748 14,865 Juniors 15,156 17,179 Printing, stationery & postage 1,978 2,795 Presentation night - seniors 5,989 5,049 Raffle expenses 1,804 2,339 Security 2,865 1,769 Socials & functions 4,284 7,210 Sundry expenses 1,776 2,378 Telephone & internet 1,711 1,633 Total expenses 122,329 128,997 Profit (loss) from ordinary activities (4,182) 18,588 Net profit (loss) attributable to the association (4,182) 18,588 Total changes in equity of the association (4,182) 18,588
Opening retained profits 205,360 186,772 Net profit (loss) attributable to the association (4,182) 18,588 Closing retained profits 201,179 205,360
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.
16 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report BalanceSTOCKTON SheetSURF LIFE SAVING CLUB INC ABN 81 952 288 466 Income and Expenditure Statement STOCKTON SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB INC ABN 81 952 288 466 as at 31 MayForBalance the 2016 year Sheet ended as 31 at May 31 May2016 2016
Note2016 2016 2015 2015 $ $ $ $ Licences 213 224 VehicleAssets & IRB expenses 7,748 14,865 JuniorsCurrent Assets 15,156 17,179 Printing, Cash stationery assets & postage 2 1,978 173,213 2,795183,227 Presentation Current night tax -assets seniors 3 5,989 434 5,049(1,580) Raffle Totalexpenses Current Assets 1,804 173,646 2,339181,647 Security 2,865 1,769 Socials & functions 4,284 7,210 Non-Current Assets Sundry expenses 1,776 2,378 Telephone Property, & internet plant and equipment 4 1,711 27,532 1,63323,713 Total expensesTotal Non-Current Assets 122,329 27,532 128,99723,713 Profit (loss) from ordinary activities (4,182) 18,588 Total Assets 201,179 205,360 Net profit (loss) attributable to the association (4,182) 18,588 Net Assets 201,179 205,360 Total changes in equity of the association (4,182) 18,588
OpeningMembers' retained profits Funds 205,360 186,772 Net profit Retained (loss) profitsattributable to the association (4,182) 201,179 18,588205,360 Closing Total retained Members' profits Funds 201,179 201,179 205,360205,360
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 17 STOCKTON SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB INC ABN 81 952 288 466 Notes to the Financial Statements For the year ended 31 May 2016
Note 1: Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
This financial report is a special purpose financial report prepared in order to satisfy the financial reporting requirements of the Associations Incorporations Act of New South Wales. The committee has determined that the association is not a reporting entity. The financial report has been prepared on an accruals basis and is based on historical costs and does not take into account changing money values or, except where specifically stated, current valuations of non-current assets. The following significant accounting policies, which are consistent with the previous period unless otherwise stated, have been adopted in the preparation of this financial report.
(a) Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, deposits held at call with banks, and other short-term highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less.
(b) Revenue and Other Income Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable after taking into account any trade discounts and volume rebates allowed. For this purpose, deferred consideration is not discounted to present values when recognising revenue. Interest revenue is recognised using the effective interest rate method, which for floating rate financial assets is the rate inherent in the instrument. Dividend revenue is recognised when the right to receive a dividend has been established. Grant and donation income is recognised when the entity obtains control over the funds, which is generally at the time of receipt. All revenue is stated net of the amount of goods and services tax (GST).
(c) Goods and Services Tax (GST) Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST, except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Tax Office. In these circumstances, the GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of the expense. Receivables and payables in the assets and liabilities statement are shown inclusive of GST.
(d) Change of Accounting Policy Previously equipment and assets purchased were written off in the period the asset was acquired. The committee has determined that in order to present financial information in a manner comparable to other surf lifesaving clubs that equipment and assets, acquired during this financial year and in future periods, will be capitalised and written off over the expected useful life of the asset. The following depreciation rates have been determined: - Building (clubhouse) Improvements and Fixtures 10% Prime Cost (straight line) - Plant & Equipment - Gym, Office and Lifesaving 20% - 25% Prime Cost - Plant & Equipment - Surf Sports 25% Prime Cost
18 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report STOCKTON SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB INC ABN 81 952 288 466 Notes to the Financial Statements For the year ended 31 May 2016
2016 2015
Note 2: Cash assets Bank accounts: Fundraising account 34,156 48,430 NPBS Term - 721221508 112,987 109,394 NPBS Term - 727687405 26,070 25,403 173,213 183,227
Note 3: Tax Assets
Current GST payable control account 434 (1,580) 434 (1,580)
Note 4: Property, Plant and Equipment Building improvements and fixtures: - At cost 10,002 10,002 - Less: Accumulated depreciation (1,286) (286) 8,716 9,716 Plant and equipment - Gym: - At cost 2,884 3,527 - Less: Accumulated depreciation (120) (22) 2,764 3,505 Plant and equipment - Lifesaving: - At cost 17,243 7,325 - Less: Accumulated amortisation (3,897) (562) 13,346 6,763 Plant and equipment - surf sports: - At cost 4,094 4,094 - Less: Accumulated depreciation (1,388) (365) 2,706 3,729
27,532 23,713
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 19 StatementSTOCKTON SURF by LIFE SAVINGMembers CLUB INC ABN 81 952 288 466 Income and Expenditure Statement of the CommitteeFor the year ended 31 May 2016 for the year ended 201631 May 20132015 $ $ Licences 213 224 Vehicle & IRB expenses 7,748 14,865 Juniors 15,156 17,179 Printing, stationery & postage 1,978 2,795 Presentation night - seniors 5,989 5,049 Raffle expenses 1,804 2,339 Security 2,865 1,769 Socials & functions 4,284 7,210 Sundry expenses 1,776 2,378 Telephone & internet 1,711 1,633 Total expenses 122,329 128,997 Profit (loss) from ordinary activities (4,182) 18,588 Net profit (loss) attributable to the association (4,182) 18,588 Total changes in equity of the association (4,182) 18,588
Opening retained profits 205,360 186,772 Net profit (loss) attributable to the association (4,182) 18,588 Closing retained profits 201,179 205,360
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.
20 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report Statement by Members Independent Audit Report of the Committee to the Members for the year ended 31 May 2013
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 21 22 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report Director of Lifesaving Report
This year was another huge success for Congratulations: Stockton SLSC for a number of reasons. Luke McShane Jane Watson Kyle Marsh Nic Owen Nicole Hobday Brendon Fairclough Each year we set out with a number of goals and without doubt the most important one was achieved; Dennis Gill Marcus Falley David Young no lives lost between the flags. This came about Amanda Plumsted Simon Iverson Baidy Laffan through the hard work, dedication and time that every Victoria Naude Julie Iverson Kate Thompson volunteer member put into patrol the beach during Kate Kelly Chris Falley Sahn Hellier 2015/2016. Ainsley McKay Kerrie Luxford Hannah Thomas A very big thank you goes to Luke McShane, Assistant Kirra Zielman Jordan Luxford Rachel Zielman Director of Life Saving for the huge amount of hours Kevin Jackson Wayne Findlay Callan Nickerson he put in on and off the beach this season making Piere Thomas Simon Glover David Freeman my role a lot easier. Also our patrol captains did a Trent Watson Giana Thomas Mick Todd wonderful job this season managing their patrols, fulfilling substitute requirements and managing the Tony Wood Becky Holt Matt Stace beach. Thank you! Nathan Wood Bonnie Danuser Brendon Johnson Todd Harris Jo Dryden Blair Johnson This season at Stockton saw the following: Simon Hughes Serina Danuser Ken Grainger 29,895 people visit Stockton beach Willow Forsythe Brendon Ryman 6 rescues 17 first aid incidents This year also saw a new patrol achieve the patrol 354 preventative actions of the year award which was awarded to the well deserved Patrol 4. 1 search and rescue 1 beach closure This consisted of: 1 13SURF incident Marcus Falley (PC) Chris Faller Simon Iverson Julie Iverson Kerrie Luxford Jordan Luxford This season we also updated a number of pieces of Sebastian Naude equipment such as rescue boards, spinal equipment, rescue tubes, first aid kits, defibrillators and rescue fins. And finally a year wouldn’t go by without the We held two lifesaving development days, one for our presentation of the patrol person of the year. This was youth and one for our after-hours emergency call out awarded to Nathan Wood this year for his consistent team. Our youth life savers patrolled at North Cronulla effort through his patrols, mentorship of younger patrol and learnt about behind the scenes operations at persons and his outstanding effort to do water safety Surfcom during a trip to Sydney to enhance their most Sundays at nippers. life saving skills and experience. Our call out team Overall this season was extremely successful and enjoyed a guest speaker, Dr Jason Bendall, who I believe that it has set a foundation for next year provided some wonderful insight to the management to build on. The hard work and commitment of our of a patient after being rescued. members to serve the community has yet again This year’s successful season was no doubt contributed provided the Stockton community with a safe bathing by the effort our members put into their patrol with over environment for people and families of all ages. 70% of the patrolling members achieving 100% patrol Nic Owen awards. Director of Lifesaving
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 23 Director of Education Report
Well another fine year of Surf life saving Stockton played a big part in the Hunter Branch has come and gone and a great time assessments this year, Hunter Branch allocated our beach to be used as a Central Venue for assessing had by all involved in Education. all Bronze Medallion and Surf Rescue certificates for the whole Branch. This worked extremely well with all This year we ran 2 Bronze Medallion Surf lifesaving assessors working together as a well oil machine. 6 awards together with the Surf Rescue certificate assessments were held at Stockton throughout the award. We gained 8 new members completing their season, with each assessment accommodating up Bronze course and 7 Under 15s completing their Surf to 130 candidates to be assessed. Water safety was Rescue certificates a joint effort by all clubs attending with Nobby’s As with last 3 seasons the Bronze Medallion award is assisting Stockton with their IRB and crew and run as a full Bronze Lifesaving course. Hunter Support Operations supplying 2 jet skis. The feedback was very positive, it was very rewarding seeing all assessors and water safety from all 13 All new Bronze Medallion Candidates gain their clubs of the Hunter branch working together as a Bronze Medallion and the extra awards in: team. Senior First Aid This season we trained 7 new IRB crewman. At Advance resuscitation techniques time of writing we have 8 crew persons that will be Radio operator training over the winter months and hopefully will be ready for next season. This year with proficiencies now known as skills Hunter Branch again ran a Night Operation course maintenance saw the introduction of a written at Stockton. This was attended by many clubs and assessment known as the dry component that can members of the Stockton IRB crew. This certifies also be completed on line. several members to operate or assist in a night time As with previous years we used the method of emergency operation if called upon. assessing the Patrols as a group as they were I am happy to say that this year we introduce rostered, although it did work well, there were a IRB competition back into Stockton SLSC. Several couple of issues towards the end catching up with a of our members some only gaining their Bronze few people. Next season we will be looking at setting and Crewman’s awards recently, proudly flew the dates for proficiencies. This was one of the issues Stockton flag at Terrigal round 2 and Birubi beach raised at the Education team meeting. round 3. At time of writing we are planning to Several of our members attended the Silver compete at South Maroubra beach round 4. A big Medallion Aquatic rescue course held at Newcastle thank you to David Freeman our IRB coach and to beach and Queens wharf. Nobby’s and Stockton all our IRB competitors. joined forces and supplied water safety. The Silver Medallion Beach Management course was also attended by several Stockton members. These courses were run by Hunter branch Education team and provide important skills to our members.
24 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report All Awards received for this season: Advanced Resuscitation techniques certificate Bronze Medallion Bronze Medallion Surf Lifesaving award Surf rescue certificate IRB Crew certificate Radio Certificate Silver Medallion Beach Management Silver Medallion Aquatic Search and Rescue
I would like to thank the following people who assisted me this year. This being my fifth year as Director of Education your assistance was greatly appreciated.
Wayne Findlay Roz McMahon Trevor Upton Noel Burns Dave Freeman Hunter Branch and all the Assessors and water safety who were present at the Central venue Assessments at Stockton SLSC.
Let’s hope we excel on this season efforts for next season and above all have fun doing it.
Brendon Ryman Director of Education
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 25 Director of Junior Member Services
What a great season 2015/2016 was. and beach skills. This all leads to confidence and fun We welcomed many new faces and on the beach and in the ocean. many new families. It is the volunteers that make the Nippers Program run so smoothly. It was a big learning curve going from Club Captain to the Director of JAC. There is a lot of work and time We implemented the use of Station Masters to instruct that gets put in behind the scene to make every our kids on the techniques used in the swim, board week happen. This season I would have liked to have and beach events. We found this to be an effective delegated more roles, but I felt that I first needed to learning method that enhanced the practical understand exactly what needed to be done across experience of participating in the events immediately all activities. afterwards. Based on the success of this initiative, we intend to use this approach again next season. We had a total number of 195 registrations this season with a lot more expected this coming season: Board training supervised by a qualified coach was offered again this season. We said goodbye to John Under 6 41 Anderson (Ando) who left for a new life on the farm - Under 7 33 and welcomed the arrival of Warren Smith around the Under 8 29 middle of the season. The growing number of nippers Under 9 21 coming to board training warranted splitting them into beginner and advanced groups. This allowed more Under 10 21 specific drills and fitness to be undertaken according Under 11 13 to experience and skill level, and greater attention Under 12 15 could be paid individuals. Under 13 14 A big thank you to Jimmy Newton who looks after the Under 14 8 running of our BBQ. Jimmy doesn’t have any children Dave Freeman who is the Assistant JAC and looks after in Nippers but is a life member of Stockton Surf Club the Under 6’s-Under 8’s, has done an amazing job and loves nothing more than to see the kids enjoy guarding the safety of our children, maintaining the themselves. I promised Jimmy a new BBQ for next enthusiasm of the young ones, whilst also teaching season and we intend to deliver. them valuable skills about keeping themselves and Thank you to Bonnie Danuser for organising the others safe at the beach. clothing, including swimwear and the Hi-Vis rashies Managing Nippers every Sunday continues to be a that our nippers wear. She also organised the great huge logistical undertaking and I would like to thank trophies for the end of the season and helped Renae all of our Age Managers, Assistant Age Managers Richards make sure our kids were properly entered and water safety people that turned up every into competitions. These are mammoth jobs, so a big Sunday to ensure the safety of the kids, encourage thanks to you. their participation and cooperation and make sure everyone had fun. Well done to you all. These roles are not taken lightly by anyone, as we know that we couldn’t run our Nippers program without you. Through the efforts of the Age/Assistant Managers and water safety people we saw a vast improvement in water
26 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report It was very fulfilling to see children who are a little hesitant at the beginning of the season grow their confidence and skill set by season’s end. The overall results of the season were:
Age Champion BOY GIRL 1st 2nd 3rd 1st 2nd 3rd U9's Sullivan O'Sheades Elias Richards Zach Buckland Mia Ferguson Matilda Ellis Taya Johnson U10's Noah Gregory Percy Sinclair William Watson Keely Dryden Halle Blight Neely Sinclair U11's Linden Nash Tate Smiley Dylan Danuser Luca Maxwell Maya Gippel Larissa Stace U12's Byron Richards Nicholas Watson Jayden Fairclough Tamsyn Burley Breeanna Saunders Stella Nichols U13's Nicholas Stace Lewis Ferguson Tynan Johnston Jade Hughes Charlotte Friis Emily Enright U14's Jackson Saunders Blair Johnston Jayden Robinson Sophie Pryde
Club Champion BOY GIRL 1st 2nd 3rd 1st 2nd 3rd U8's Latesha West Lenni Holmes Stella Hardy U9's Elias Richards Sullivan O'Sheades Zach Buckland Mia Ferguson Matilda Ferguson Taya Johnson U10's Noah Gregory Percy Sinclair William Watson Keely Dryden Emma Lonergan Halle Blight U11's Dylan Danuser Banjo Davies Tate Smiley Maya Gippel Luca Maxwell Larissa Stace U12's Byron Richards Nicholas Watson Jacob West Breeanna Saunders Tamsyn Burley Stella Nichols U13's Nicholas Stage Lewis Ferguson Jarrod Zieleman Jade Hughes Charlotte Friis Emily Enright U14's Blair Johnston Jackson Saunders Jayden Robinson Sophie Pryde NA NA
Encouragement BOY GIRL U6's Jude Fischer Bronte Dewitt U7's Olive Connor Lucy a'beckett U8's Samual Rasiah Emerald McQueen U9's Ben a'beckett Matilda Ellis U10's Cobi Young Emma Lonergan U11's Tate Smiley Jessica Ellis U12's Jacob West Bella Robinson U13's Aidan Trlifaj Chloe Marsh
Overall Club Champion BOY GIRL Dylan Danuser Luca Maxwell
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 27 The numbers of competitors increased from the previous season with a lot of medals. Again the comment amongst other clubs was, “wow look at the number of Stockton entrants” and I believe that next season this again will increased.
We had so many kids compete at carnivals this season. I have listed below the top 6 placings at each of the Hunter Branch carnivals including Branch and State. Newcastle Perm Junior Surf Series - Round 1 (U11 - U14) AGE EVENT PLACING NAME U11 Beach Sprint 5th Dylan Danuser U11 Flags 1st Dylan Danuser U11 Surf Race 4th Dylan Danuser U11 Board race 2nd Dylan Danuser U11 Ironperson 3rd Dylan Danuser U11 Beach Sprint 4th Maya Gippel U11 Beach Sprint 5th Luca Maxwell U11 Flags 4th Maya Gippel U11 Flags 5th Luca Maxwell U11 Surf Race 2nd Luca Maxwell U11 Iron Person 2nd Maya Gippel U12 Ironperson 6th Bryon Richards Newcastle Perm Junior Surf Series - Round 2 (U11 - U14) AGE EVENT PLACING NAME U8 Wade 4th Holly Anderson U9 Surf Race 6th Sullivan O'Sheades
28 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report Newcastle Perm Junior Surf Series - Round 3 (U11 - U14)
AGE EVENT PLACING NAME U9 Surf Race 4th Sullivan O'Sheades U9 Surf Race 6th Elias Richards U9 Board Race 3rd Elias Richards U9 Board Relay 4th Sullivan O'Sheades Elias Richards Zach Buckland U10 Surf Team 3rd Sullivan O'Sheades Elias Richards Noah Gregory Percy Sinclair U10 Board Relay 5th Noah Gregory Percy Sinclair Elias Richards U10 Surf Race 6th Keely Dryden U11 Beach Sprint 5th Dylan Danuser U11 Board race 2nd Dylan Danuser U11 Ironperson 6th Dylan Danuser U11 Beach Sprint 5th Maya Gippel Flags 6th Maya Gippel Surf Race 3rd Luca Maxwell Surf Race 6th Maya Gippel Board Race 6th Maya Gippel Iron Person 6th Maya Gippel U11 Board Relay 4th Maya Gippel Luca Maxwell Keely Dryden U12 Board Race 5th Byron Richards
Lake Macquarie Games - (U8 - U17) AGE EVENT PLACING NAME U8 Flags 3rd Latesha West Wade 1st Holly Anderson Wade 2nd Latesha West U9 Surf Race 1st Sullivan O'Sheades Surf Race 4th Elias Richards Board Race 2nd Elias Richards U10 Surf Race 5th Sullivan O'Sheades U10 Surf Team 2nd Noah Gregory Connor Anderson Connor Anderson Elias Richards U10 Board Relay 2nd Noah Gregory Connor Anderson Elias Richards U11 Beach Sprint 3rd Dylan Danuser Board Race 1st Dylan Danuser Ironman 5th Dylan Danuser U11 Beach Sprint 5th Maya Gippel Flags 5th Maya Gippel Board Race 5th Maya Gippel Ironperson 4th Maya Gippel
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 29 Newcastle Permanent Hunter Age Branch Championships - Individual Events AGE EVENT PLACING NAME U8 Wade 5th Holly Anderson U9 Surf Race 2nd Sullivan O'Sheades U10 Flags 6th Connor Anderson U11 Sprint 6th Dylan Danuser Flags 3rd Dylan Danuser Surf Race 5th Dylan Danuser Board Race 1st Dylan Danuser Iron Person 3rd Dylan Danuser Surf Race 1st Luca Maxwell Surf Race 3rd Maya Gippel Board Race 5th Maya Gippel Board Race 6th Luca Maxwell Iron Person 1st Luca Maxwell Iron Person 5th Maya Gippel U12 Board Race 4th Byron Richards
Newcastle Permanent Hunter Age Branch Championships - Teams
AGE EVENT PLACING NAME U9 Surf Team 4th U10 Surf Team 3rd Noah Gregory Percy Sinclair William Watson Connor Anderson U10 Board Relay 3rd Connor Anderson Noah Gregory Connor Anderson U11 Board Rescue 4th Keely Dryden Luca Maxwell U13 Surf Teams 5th Lewis Ferguson Tynan Johnston Jed Spruce Aidan Trlifaj U14 Beach Relay 3rd Blair Johnston Jackson Saunders Nicholas Stace Jayden Robinson U14 Surf Teams 4th Blair Johnston Jackson Saunders Nicholas Stace Jayden Robinson U14 Board Relay 3rd Blair Johnston Jackson Saunders Jayden Robinson
SLSNSW Age Championships AGE EVENT PLACING NAME U9 Board Race 3rd Elias Richards U11 Board Race 4th Dylan Danuser
30 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report Apart from the above nippers we had a lot of other nippers that made the top 10 in most carnivals, but overall they all competed with their friends, had fun, improved their placings and made Stockton proud at the above carnivals and some nippers also competed at the Sydney Water carnivals as well. I haven’t listed their names as I do not want to offend anybody if I forgot somebody.
Thank you to Daniel Danuser for looking after our equipment this season. He ran a tight ship which was great to see. In terms of gear and equipment, we will be purchasing another 10 Demon boards thanks to a generous grant from NCIG. With regards to training, Warren and I will be looking not just at board training, but an emphasis on all-round fitness and beach work along with swim and board skills.
A highlight of the season was on the 14th February this year we initiated the “Heads of the Harbour” carnival (which will now be a yearly event) whereby Newcastle, Nobbies and Stockton competed in the regular Nippers event earning points in all of the events including the ironman event (sponsored by Newcastle Chiropractic). After the tallying of the points a perpetual trophy was awarded and this year’s winner was the home club - Stockton. It was a great day/event and we are looking forward to another day of competition and camaraderie next season.
This season we had 5 boys and 1 girl (Blair Johnston, Jayden Robinson, Jackson Saunders, Lachlan Summers, Jed Spruce and Jade Hughes) graduate to participate in weekend patrols by gaining their Surf Rescue Certificate. This is integral to what we stand for in surf lifesaving, and for the U14’s, recognition for the many skills learnt over their years as Nippers. Many thanks to the Under 14 Age Manager Penny Holt and Brendan who gave them the support to attain the skills required to attain this level of competency.
And last but not least, a big thank you to the Life Members and M.O.L.E.S for their help and support throughout the season. This is what makes a great club.
Once again I believe this season was again a success, and as a committee we will continue to evaluate what we do so as to provide different strategies and learning tools to keep the children engaged whilst learning valuable skills. A lot of exciting things are planned for next season.
See you all in 2016/2017. Joey Dryden Junior Activities Coordinator
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 31 Director Surf Sports Report
It’s my pleasure to present the Surf Sports Glen Bernard went into this season fresh coming off the Report for season 2015/16. back of a lay season last year. Favourite for the open club championships, Glen did not disappoint finishing Congratulations to all competitors, those that attend in 1st place for all 3-swim events. carnivals and represent Stockton at Branch, State and Although Glen loves racing Ocean Ski’s, he decided Australian, and also to those who compete in club this year to concentrate on surf races, which yielded level competition. great results. Glen finished 3rd place in the 30-34 This year our small team again achieved some Ironman and also team up to finish 2nd 30-34 Double fantastic results with the master team finishing a Ski and reach the Final of the Open Double Ski at State commendable 24th position at the State Titles. Finals in the 30-34 Double Ski, Single Ski and 110 Ski I would like to recognise some competitors for Relay helped Stockton SLSC record its best masters outstanding achievements. Glen Bernard, Seraina overall point-score in many years. Danuser and the Team of the Year John Rolwatt and Glen also reached semi-finals in the Ski Relay and John Anderson. Double Ski at the Australian Championships Open Perhaps a quieter year from previous, Seraina competition. continued to be Stockton’s most consistent competitor Congratulations Glen for receiving Overall Competitor attending local and Sydney based carnivals. of the Year for Stockton SLSC. Stepping up into the U/17 competition Seraina now had the option of competing in ski events, and as the Commendable results were also achieved this year season moved on it was clear she had the skill and by Stockton’s Under 23 Women’s boat crew which determination to achieve great results on the ski. was made up of Baidy Laffan (bow), Hannah Thomas (second bow), Kate Thomson (second stroke), and In a completive age group Seraina finished 2nd in the Sahn Hellier (stroke). The women’s crew was the only Board, Iron-woman and Single Ski events at Branch. crew that Stockton fielded in 2015-16, nonetheless Seraina also went onto reaching finals in all her events they represented Stockton with great pride and some at State whilst competed strongly at Manly Freshwater excellent results along the way. and the Australian Championships. The crew competed at the local Streets Series which Congratulations Seraina on receiving Female consisted of seven rounds held at Central Coast Competitor of the Year for Stockton SLSC. and Hunter Beaches where the crew achieved an overall result of third after the seven rounds, a great It seems nothing can stop John Rowlatt at present as achievement in a highly competitive local series. again this year John took out a masters board title, this time the State 50-54 male board. John also teamed They also competed at the Hunter Branch up with John Anderson to finish 3rd in the 50-54 Double Championships held at Caves Beach where the crew Ski at the Australian Championships. came first in Under 23 Women event and third in the Open Women event. The State Championships were held Well done and congratulations John on the NSW board at Ocean Beach/Umina and the crew made it to the title and receiving Male Competitor of the Year. Further quarter finals, narrowly missing out on the semi-finals. congrats to both John Rowlatt and John Anderson for receiving Team of the Year for Stockton SLSC.
32 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report The crew represented our club at the Australian Championships Club competition including the weekly Held on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland and made the handicap point-score swims, break-wall swim quarter finals which was the final 16 crews of the Under 23 and club championships were conducted by Women’s division at the Aussie Champs. Harry Rowlatt and Wayne McMahon. A new start time proved to be somewhat successful and The Women’s Crew also competed at Battle of the Boats at a number of members consistently competed Pacific Palms, Manly Carnival and the Australian Surf Rowers each week during the season. League carnival at Shellharbour where the crew represented our club well. Congratulations to the women’s crew for 2015- Thankyou Harry and Wayne for your continued 16 and we look forward to seeing your achievements in the support with the club events. coming 2016-17 season. Well done to all who competed in the club Some notable results from this season are included here. competition throughout the year.
Overall Stockton SLSC had another successful Aussies year in Surf Sports competition. The club entered Event Name Place into its first IRB racing events in over a decade 50-54 Male Double Ski John Rowlatt and John Anderson 3rd with a newly formed team. With solid results from their recent first round event, its paves way for a State successful winter of competition. Event Name Place Stockton was again well represented across all 30-34 Male Single Ski James White 3rd local, regional carnivals, State and Australian 30-34 Male Double Ski Glen Bernard and Jason Upton 2nd championships. 30-34 Ironman Glen Bernard 3rd 50-54 Male Board John Rowlatt 1st With continued emphasis on building our 55-59 Ironman John Anderson 3rd competitor base, the future for Surf Sports at 110 yrs Ski Relay Paul Bernard, John Rowlatt, 3rd Stockton will be in great shape. Jason Upton Branch Thank you, Event Name Place Jason Upton Director Surf Sports U/17 Female Board Seraina Danuser 2nd U/17 Female Ironwoman Seraina Danuser 2nd U/17 Female Single Ski Seraina Danuser 2nd U/23 Women’s Surf Boat Baidy Laffan, Hannah Thomas, 1st Kate Thomson, Sahn Hellier 30-34 yrs Male Ski James White 1st Open Women’s Surf Baidy Laffan, Hannah Thomas, 3rd Boat Kate Thomson, Sahn Hellier Club Handicap Point-score Pointscore Name 1st 6 weeks Nathan Wood 2nd 6 weeks Thomas Enright Overall Nathan Wood Club Championships Age Cat. Name U/15 Male Thomas Enright Open Female Katie Mulquiney Open / Over 30 Male Glen Bernard Over 40 Male Scott Evans Over 50 Female Amanda Plumsted Over 50 Male Simon Hughes Break-wall Swim Place Name 1st Nathan Wood 2nd Alexis McMahon 3rd Bonnie Danuser
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 33 Registrar Report
Thank you for the opportunity to present This season saw many of our junior members compete to you this report for the 2015/2016 in the Newcastle Perm Series. Congratulations to all who participated. season. One noticeable observation was the return to Sunday This season saw the requirement for all club members Nipper activities after the Christmas break. In the past to have their Working with Children Clearance this period has seen a dramatic drop off in numbers Certificate. On 2016/2017 registration day this will completing the season. Again this is a testament to the again be set up on line at the club for those who enthusiasm of our Director of Junior Member Services. have not yet applied. In addition to the working with children check the Member Protection Declaration As with most clubs Stockton SLSC saw a minor decrease Form must be completed by each member on or prior in membership from our previous season. to registration day. I would like to thank Stockton SLSC Executive and Again our General Membership category this year Management committee for their assistance over the was boosted through the requirement of at least one 15/16 season. Nipper parent to register as a Club Member. This I believe helps take some of the beach activity work Dennis Gill Registrar load in conjunction with the area coaches off our Age Managers during the morning programme.
Membership Categories The figures in this summary are those at 1st July of the selected season (or earlier if elected in the screen ‘Registration Season End Settings’).
Category Total Members Male Members Female Members Indeterminate Gender Unknown Gender Junior Activity Member (5-13 years) 186 103 83 0 0 Cadet Member (13-15 years) 15 6 9 0 0 Active (15-18 yrs) 5 4 1 0 0 Active (18yrs and over) 67 42 25 0 0
Reserve Active 3 3 0 0 0 Long Service 9 5 4 0 0 Associate 8 5 3 0 0 Life Member 22 20 2 0 0 General 84 35 49 0 0 Honorary 1 0 1 0 0 Total 400 223 177 0 0
34 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report Member Listings LAST NAME FIRST NAME LAST NAME FIRST NAME Active (15-18 yrs) Charman Tane Marsh Kyle Danuser Talina Naude Jonathon Kelly Michael Active (18yrs and over) Bernard Glen Merrick Richard Buckton Teliah Naude Sebastian Danuser Bonnie Naude Victoria Davies Penelope Nickerson Callan Dryden Jo-anne O'Connor Callum Elliott Alison O'Connor Glen Ellis Scott O'Connor Simone Falley Marcus Owen Nicholas Findlay Wayne Plumsted Amanda Forsyth Willow Rickman Stephen Freeman David Roberts Sam Gill Dennis Roddom Michael Gill Steven Ryman Brendon Gippel Chris Smith Mark Glover Simon Smith Riley Harris Jane Stace Matthew Harris Todd Stace Susan Hellier Sahn Sykes Ann Hobday Nicole Taylor David Hughes Simon Thomas Giana Iveson Julie Thomas Hannah Iveson Simon Thomas Pierre Johnson Kate Thomson Kate Johnson Lee Todd Michael Johnston Angela Valler Andrew Johnston Brendan Watson Jane Jones Murray Watson Trent Kelly Brian White James Laffan Baidy Willett Timothy Leggett Craig Wood Nathan Luxford Kerrie Wood Tony Macauley Cabel Young David Mangan Paul Zieleman Rachel McShane Luke Associate Davies LLoyd Neal Sarah Gill Kathryn Niven Michael Gresham John Payne Raymond Jackson Margaret Wall Ronald Cadet Member (13-15 years) Caponecchia Sophie Luxford Jordan Danuser Seraina Mackay Ainsley Enright Thomas Matoka Manaia Fairclough Brandon Mulligan Isabella Falley Christopher Smith Holly Guadagnini Isabella Summers Lachlan Holt Rebekah Taylor Caitlin
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 35 LAST NAME FIRST NAME LAST NAME FIRST NAME General Baldwin Kristie Jackson Emma Battye James Johnston Anne Bentley Renae Kruzins Kate Bevan Annette Le Saint Corentine Blight Allison Leeson Marney Boyd Emily Lilley Anthony Boyle Joel Lilley Sandra Burley Jr Thomas Linich Carrie Cerniauskas Tanna Lobbe Ross Clydesdale Andrew Lonergan Sarah Connell Rebecca MacDonald Andrew Connor Rebecca Macdonald Scott Craig Michael Macqueen Simon Crampton Neal Maxwell Jason Cummings Lee McCabe Michelle Curk Chad McCauley Emma Cusack Chris McFadyen Emily Danuser Daniel McTackett Jason DeWit Thomas Muller Rebecca Doyle Timothy Newman Bronwyn Fairclough Charmaine O'Brien James Fisher John O'Keefe Joy Friis Sally O'Sheades Leonie Gibbs Stuart Owler Chris Gill Melinda Parker-Aldridge Lisa Gray Eliza Plumsted Rebecca Griggs Brendan Powell David Guadagnini Deborah Prior Joshua Hardy Leanne Pryde Danny Heffernan Daniel Redman Rebecca Holt Penny Richards Grant Hughes Aaron Robinson Jessica
36 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report LAST NAME FIRST NAME LAST NAME FIRST NAME Junior Activity Member (5-13 years) aBeckett Ben Doyle Jack aBeckett Lucinda Dryden Keely Aldridge Caitlin Ellis Jessica Anderson Connor Ellis Matilda Anderson Holly Enright Emily Arnott Ryan Evans Lacey Arnott William Fairclough Jayden Barnes Samual Falley Lachlan Battye Jack Ferguson Lewis Bevan Rock Ferguson Mia Blight Halle Fisher Jude Blight Koby Forsyth Mahaleia Boras Ava Foulsham Clancy Boras Lily Freeman Joshua Boyle Claudia Friis Charlotte Boyle Scarlett Gibbs Sebastian Bright Kayda Gilbert Billy Bright Milla Gilbert Liam Brom Cameron Gill Ella Brom Elouise Gippel Maya Buckland Lilly Gray Levi Buckland Zach Gregory Noah Burley Tamsyn Griggs Jude Calliss Keeva Guadagnini Sophia Calliss Kiam Harbas Medina Carey Hudson Harbas Trinity Carey Jude Hardy Stella Cerniauskas Ethan Heffernan Mace Cherry Logan Herrmann Keely Christensen Athena Hill Vanessa Clydesdale Liam Holmes Lenni Connell Kade Hughes Jade Connor Felix Hughes Morgan Connor Oliver Hughes Rhys Corrigan Rubie Jackson Ethan Crampton Edith Jackson Lincoln Cummings Toby Johnson Taya Curk Bowen Johnston Sonny Curk Cooper Johnston Tynan Cusack Sophie Jones Florence Danuser Dylan Jones Gilbert Davies Banjo Judd Eleanor Davies Lachlan Kostov Wayan Davies Lyric Laughton Kai Dempsey Hannah Leeson Zachary Dempsey Michael Leeson Zara DeWit Bronte Lewis Benjamin
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 37 LAST NAME FIRST NAME LAST NAME FIRST NAME Junior Activity Member (5-13 years) Lilley Aaron Rasiah Samuel Lilley Brayden Redman Sebastian Lobbe Estela Richards Byron Lonergan Emma Richards Elias Lonergan Kate Robinson Ella Lonergan Samual Robinson Isabella Lowndes Declan Robinson Jayden Lundmark Linnea Robinson Tyron Lundmark Matilda Sadlier Molly Macauley Kaydn Saunders Breeanna Macdonald Harris Saunders Jackson MacDonald Joshua Saunders Samual Macqueen Bridgett Scott Aiden Macqueen Lacy Segal Levi Mangan Asha Sinclair Neely Marks-Pearce Kaiden Sinclair Percy Marsh Chloe Sinclair Tilly Matoka Xy Smiley Tate Maxwell Luca Smith Ella McCabe Elisha Spruce Jed McFadyen Charlie Stace Larissa McQueen Emerald Stace Nicholas McQueen Isabella Stackman Jordan McTackett Jett Thurston Dylan Merrick Jack Todd Georgia Merrick Lucas Trlifaj Aidan Moss Archie Trlifaj Elissa Moss Tully Twitchin kassann Muller Eve Twitchin Taneisha Muller Penny Waddingham Frankie Mutnica Hayden Ward Hayden Myles Aidan Ward Jordan Myles Ethan Waters Leila Nash Aidan Watson Frederick Nash Linden Watson Nicholas Nichols Stella Watson William O'Brien Ella West Jacob O'Connor Larsen West Latesha O'Meley George Westbury Alex O'Sheades Sullivan Williams Seth Owler Charlotte Wingrove Bella Penn Sophie Wyborn Alexis Powell Ava Wyborn Eathan Prior Chace Young Cobi Pryde Sophie Young Rayah Rasiah Callum Zieleman Jarrod
38 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report LAST NAME FIRST NAME LAST NAME FIRST NAME Life Member Anderson John Evans Ross Bevan John Grainger Kenneth Bevan Lynnette Jackson Kevin Bevan Raymond Littlewood Richard Bland Donald Mason Wayne Boyd Ross McMahon Roslyn Brady Jeffrey McMahon Wayne Burns Noel Newton James Cartwright Ian Rowlatt Harold Dingle Robert Rowlatt John Evans Bruce Upton Trevor Long Service Bernard Paul Smith Warren Blackwood Marika Upton Jason Feros Peter Wagner Luke McMahon Alexis Wood Kylie Mulquiney Katie Reserve Active Billett David Wilkinson Peter Foster Brian
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 39 Australia Day Newcastle Harbour Swim 2016
Weather and water conditions were more favourable again this year and we could leave the ‘Bruce Era’ behind us as Oceanswims Australia put it on their website.
With the support of Newcastle City Council, the Port of Newcastle, Road and Maritime Services, Hunter Water, The Newcastle Herald, Eyeline Swimwear, Endura Sports Nutrition, the Hunter Branch of Surf Life Saving Australia, Nobby’s and Newcastle Surf Clubs and the professional contributions of Paul Humphries of H-Events, Paul Ellercamp of Oceanswims Australia and Ben Lecce for the Sound and PA system, we successfully held the 21st edition of this unique Novocastrian event.
As it turned out our swim and the Hunter Branch’s Ducks 4 Dollars were the only official events on Australia Day on the Harbour which no doubt added to our spectator numbers and is something we should try and maximize even more next year.
Over 300 swimmers took part in either the Single or Double Crossings of the Harbour. $500 prize money for the fastest male and female $250 for second, $100 for third) guaranteed us a quality field with competitors from as far as Brisbane, Canberra and even Victoria.
We made approximately $5,000 from the event which is a great ‘return on investment’ in terms of hours spent by members of the Club and the money raised. Our profit was somewhat reduced however because of the cancellation of the event last year and generous offer to ‘roll over’ entries and honour early commitments with a T-shirt.
40 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report The minimum age for the Double Crossing was raised to 14 years of age. 12-13 year old kids could participate in the Single Crossing however and win prizes in the boys and girls categories. There were no other categories or prizes however as this part of the Australia Day Harbour Swim was a social swim as opposed to a ‘race’. (The individual swim times nevertheless were recorded and posted on the web site of H-events).
In contrast the Double Crossing had age and gender categories and prizes for the best three of each group which were very well received and appreciated.
I would like to thank all members and volunteers that contributed on the day, the past event organizers (Sue Crawford, Noel Burns, Ken Grainger, Trevor Upton, Roz McMahon, Callan Nickerson and others), as well as the Board and Executive for their support during the preparation of the Australia Day Harbour Swim 2016.
Hopefully we can repeat it all again in 2017 for the 22nd edition and again showcase Stockton Surf Club to the local community … and offer ‘a great way to start to the day, on Australia Day’!
Daniel Danuser
Event Organiser, Australia Day Newcastle Harbour Swim
Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 41 Results for the 2016 Harbour Swim 1.4km Results 1.4km Overall Results Position Name Time 1st Cameron Davy 15:38 2nd Lucas Soars 15:39 3rd Jessica Errington 15:40 1.4km Female Results Position Name Time 1st Jessica Errington 15:40 2nd Gabrielle Grieves 18:11 3rd Megan Hoare 18:14 1.4km Male Results Position Name Time 1st Cameron Davy 15:38 2nd Lucas Soars 15:39 3rd Trent Grimsey 15:40
700m Results 700m Overall Results Position Name Time 1st Jessica Errington 7:38 2nd Gabrielle Grieves 8:39 3rd Andrew Leese 8:50 700m Female Results Position Name Time 1st Jessica Errington 7:38 2nd Gabrielle Grieves 8:39 3rd Seraina Danuser 8:59 700m Male Results Position Name Time 1st Andrew Leese 8:50 2nd Thomas Roberts 8:52 3rd Chris Schafferius 9:19
42 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report While on holidays at Port Macquarie, Club President, Trevor Upton saw this chair being offered for free hire to disabled persons in the local paper. On reading the article I contacted the person to ask some questions. I talked to the person that designed the chair and he invited me to come and have a look. Talking to Mr Jenkins he informed me that he had worked with the disabled and the chair was developed for a friend and others with a disability that stopped them from entering the water. At the time I lookedOur at the chair henew had only built three chairs one had been purchased by a lady that had tried it while on holidays in Port Macquarie and the other two he had to hire out to those who inquired. Mr JenkinsBeach offer one Wheelchair to me to bring back to Stockton and do a trial. On returning home I asked the committee if they were interested in trailing the chair the answer was yes. Two weeks later I returnedWhile to onPort holidays with at Port a Macquarie, trailer Club and President, picked upthose the who mobility inquired. Mr Jenkins chair offer to one bring to me to it back for a trial. Trevor Upton saw this chair being offered for free hire bring back to Stockton and do a trial. On returning Possivity resultsto wheredisabled persons gained in the local from paper. the On reading trial the and thehome committee I asked the committee decided if they were to interested purchase one. article I contacted the person to ask some questions. in trialling the chair the answer was yes. Two weeks I talked to the person that designed the chair and he later I returned to Port with a trailer and picked up The chair is constructedinvited me to come in andPort have Macquarie a look. Talking to Mr with thethe yellowmobility chair floats to bring itsourced back for a trial. from Possivity France. The chair is Jenkins he informed me that he had worked with the results where gained from the trial and the committee controlled by a disabledcompetent and the chair person was developed while for a friendin the waterdecided and to purchase is easy one. to pull on the sand. and others with a disability that stopped them from entering the water. At the time I looked at the chair he The chair is constructed in Port Macquarie with had only built three chairs one had been purchased the yellow floats sourced from France. The chair is by a lady that had tried it while on holidays in Port controlled by a competent person while in the water Macquarie and the other two he had to hire out to and is easy to pull on the sand.
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Return of IRB Racing
On Saturday 21 May, Stockton SLSC made This is an outstanding achievement for a team that is a return to the IRB racing scene at round new to racing. Of the crew that made the journey to Terrigal only two of them had ever raced previously in two of the NSW IRB Racing Premiership the state’s IRB series. which was held at Terrigal Beach. The debut The crew also raced in round 3 of the series at Birubi at Terrigal was the first time in nearly two Point and round 4 held at South Maroubra where they decades since the club fielded a team in proudly represented our club and achieved some competitive IRB racing. further excellent results. Team Manager, Brendon Ryman said the crew have gained a lot of experience The team which consisted of David Young, Brendon and skills from this season and are looking forward to Ryman, David Freeman (coach), Victoria Naude, racing in even more races racing next season.” Jonathon Naude, Nathan Woods, Nic Owen and Matthew Stace acquitted themselves well, entering in nine events and reaching the semi-finals in three of them.
44 Stockton SLSC 108th Annual Report 2016/17 Elected Officer Nominations
POSITION NOMINEE NOMINATOR 1 NOMINATOR 2 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President Trevor Upton Jo-Anne Dryden Jason Upton Director of Club Services (Deputy President) Kevin Jackson Jane Watson Margaret Jackson Willow Forsyth Jo-Anne Dryden Ken Grainger Director of Finance (Treasurer) Wayne Findlay Jo-Anne Dryden Brendon Ryman Director of Administration (Secretary) Roslyn McMahon Wayne Findlay Trevor Upton Director of Junior Member Services (Jnr Coordination) Jo-Anne Dryden Jason Upton Margaret Jackson Director of Surf Sports Jason Upton Jo-Anne Dryden Margaret Jackson Director of Lifesaving (Club Captain) Luke McShane Brendon Ryman Jo-Anne Dryden Director of Education (Training Officer) Brendon Ryman Luke McShane Jo-Ann Dryden MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE WHS OFFICER Club Coach Noel Burns Margaret Jackson Kevin Jackson Hall Manager Kevin Jackson Jane Watson Wayne Findlay Licensee Noel Burns Margaret Jackson Kevin Jackson Publicity Officer Registrar Kristie Freeman Roz McMahon Wayne McMahon Minute Secretary Jane Watson Margaret Jackson Wayne Findlay Major Events Coordinator Sponsorship Coordinator Fundraising Coordinator Social Secretary Junior Activities Superintendant Lifesaving and Gear Coordinator (Vice Club Captain) Youth Development Coordinator Surf Boat Captain Hannah Thomas Margaret Jackson Kevin Jackson IRB Captain NON COMMITTEE POSITIONS Patron Co Patrons Clothing Coordinator Bonnie Danuser Jane Watson Kevin Jackson Junior Activities Age Supervisors Julie Scott Jane Watson Margaret Jackson Craft, Swim and Beach Sectional Captain(s) (Cross out positions not applicable) Club Competition Coordinator(s) Website Coordinator Junior Activities Gear Coordinator Daniel Danuser Jane Watson Kevin Jackson Junior Activities Recorder Junior Activities Competition Coordinator Club Archives Officer Margaret Jackson Wayne Findlay Jane Watson Honorary Dr(s) Honorary Member(s) Auditor (Clubs can no longer have Honorary Auditor) NOT APPLICABLE
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Published July 2016
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