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You can imagine that if you spent all day, every day in the sun, surf and sand, you might start looking a bit worse for wear.

Our rescue gear and equipment is the same – the frequency with which it is used, coupled with the harsh Australian coastal conditions mean that this equipment needs to either be repaired, replenished, or replaced often.

Rescue gear and equipment make saving lives possible.



With challenging beach conditions being a reality on Australian shores, it is essential that our surf lifesavers have dependable and durable tools they can rely on. One of our most important tools is our surf rescue and patrol vehicles, which we equip with lifesaving rescue gear and equipment so that we can be ready to save a life at a moment’s notice.

With the assistance of Isuzu UTE Australia, surf lifesavers across the country are already patrolling beaches and in the community with a fleet of Isuzu D-MAX Utes and MU-X SUVs. Along with housing all of our lifesaving equipment, they also give us the ability to tow an Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) or a Rescue Water Craft (RWC) and carry a rescue board and other vital equipment.

As you can imagine, all this equipment and the high level of training our surf lifesavers undertake does come at a cost. Putting just one fully-equipped patrol on our beaches can cost upward of $80,000, and we rely on generous donations from people like you to make this possible.

Isuzu UTE Australia has generously pledged an $80,000 donation, which will enable us to train and equip another patrol to make our beaches a safer place. Our volunteer surf lifesavers will have everything they need to keep you safe in their Isuzu vehicle, so that you can have a great day out at the beach.

Did you know?

Surf Life Savers and Isuzu Ute
Rescue gear represents some of the largest costs associated with providing lifesaving services. Our fleet of fully equipped Isuzu D-MAX vehicles ensure that we can help you in your time of need.

$65

Beach Safety Signage identify beach hazards and warn the public

$95

Binoculars help surf lifesavers keep a close watch on the water

$110

Flags are essential to mark the safe area to swim

$120

Rescue Tubes are an essential rescue item for beach patrols
Your support enables us to have the right gear at the ready whenever it is needed
Surf Life Saver holding patrol flag

$140

Loud Hailers allow surf lifesavers to communicate with swimmers in the water

$495

Spinal boards provide rigid support to reduce the movement of a suspected spinal patient 

$670

First Aid kits allow our surf lifesavers to treat patients

$850

Radios are essential communications devices for surf lifesavers
It is vital that first aid equipment is stocked and ready to be used when the need arises. Whether it’s a bandage or oxygen that is required, your support ensures our volunteers have the right first aid equipment on hand at all times.

$1,600

Oxygen resuscitation kits provide vital oxygen to patients 

$2,000

Rescue boards are used to rescue patients in rips

$23,000

Side By Side Vehicles allow our surf lifesavers to quickly travel up and down our beaches



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As well as training new volunteer surf lifesaver, your monthly donation helps repair and replace the equipment that constant exposure to the sun and sea can damage. As a Guardian of the Surf your monthly donation ensures that we are rescue-ready at a moment’s notice. You would be the silent hero behind every life saved.

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