Surf Life Saving New Zealand (SLSNZ) is the national association representing 73 Surf Life Saving clubs in New Zealand. The organisation's motto is 'In it for life'. This refers to both the long relationship many members have with the organisation, as well as to the organisations purpose of preventing drowning and injury, thereby saving lives.
Specific New Zealand beaches are patrolled by qualified Surf Lifeguards from mid October until April each year. Red and Yellow flags indicate that a beach is patrolled by Surf Lifeguards. The area of water in between these flags is designated as the safest place to swim on the beach, as well as showing where Surf Lifeguards are patrolling. It is widely publicised to "swim between the flags" to be safe while swimming in the ocean.
Surf lifeguards are identifiable by their yellow shirts and red shorts. Surf Life Saving New Zealand is proudly sponsored by BP, DHL & State Insurance.
Read more about Surf Life Saving New Zealand: History, Organisational Structure, About Surf Lifesaving, Funding, Surf Sport, Patrol Statistics
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