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Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 27: Gareth Robinson: Purpose led habits: Bondi’s Wellbeing Team building mental health for ClubbiesBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 27: Gareth Robinson: Purpose led habits: Hear about Bondi’s Wellbeing Team who are building mental health for Clubbies Gareth Robinson is the Founder of Your Happiness Flywheel, a mental health and wellbeing consultancy. Gareth is known at the Bondi SBLSC as “Chop” and is Vice Captain on the famous Baldock Patrol, and a Leader on the Club’s Wellbeing Team. Chop discusses Four initiatives for mental health and wellbeing:Each patrol has a Wellbeing Team member and remind volunteers on PatrolWellbeing T...2025-05-0338 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 26: Sandra Fox, President, Tamarama Surf Life Saving Club.Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 26: Sandra Fox, President, Tamarama Surf Life Saving Club.Tamarama: small club, big heart, taking the lead on many issues Sandra is currently President of Tamarama SLSC, the first woman to be in this role. She has been at Tamarama SLSC just over 20 years and has served in many roles in the surf club and seen many changes over that time both at a Club level and within surf life saving. Sandra works for CSIRO in business development in the environment and climate area.Tamarama is a small...2025-02-0634 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 25: Susie Peterson, President, Clovelly SLSCWhat does it take to be a great Club President?In this episode, Glen talks with President of Clovelly Surf Life Saving Club, Susie Peterson.Susie talks about her love of surf life saving, how she has held various roles in the club, and came into the role of President ‘by accident’ on her retirement, and how she loves the role.Susie reflects on what makes a great President, from having a vision for the club, understanding the diversity of members, appreciating that people are volunteers, and how and when to get...2025-01-2740 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 25: Edward Farrell - Building a better Surf Life Saving movement takes courage and open accountingBuilding a better lifesaving movement takes courage and open accounting, says Ed FarrellEd is a volunteer surf life saver with Coalcliff Surf club and is now in his 22nd season of patrolling. Ed is a 2nd generation surf life saver; his father was on the Westpac helicopter. Ed is a cyber security consultant and self confessed IT nerd; he has conducted over 1100 independent cyber security audit activities and incident responses. Ed has presented at over 80 events in Australia and abroad and lectures at the Australian Defence Force Academy. His service as a member of the Australian...2024-11-2435 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 24: Lauren Tischendorf - first woman to swim solo around Lord Howe islandBondi Surf Life Saver Lauren Tischendorf first woman to swim solo around Lord Howe Island!Lauren recently became the first woman to swim a solo, single session, 32km swim around Lord Howe Island where she faced sharks, strong currents, 25 knot winds and 2.5m swell. Lauren is an Athlete for The Minerva Network, a group that supports female athletes, and a member of various global swimming clubs and associations. Lauren grew up in South Africa, came to Australian in 1999, joined Bondi Bathers Surf Life Saving Club in 2024. In this interview, we discuss:1.What...2024-11-0533 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 23: Liz Webb, President, Bondi Bathers Surf Life Saving ClubThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Liz Webb, Club President About Liz:Liz was born in Griffith Country NSW. She has lived and worked in various regional places in the Murray Darling Basin (Wagga Wagga, Albury, Leeton) and then worked overseas. Liz moved to Sydney for work in 2001, moved to Bondi and completed her Bronze medallion in 2002.Liz’s experience in the club is as an active patroller for many years, takin on the vice captain role for Meagher patrol back in the day. Liz has held various roles in Nip...2024-10-1430 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 22: Mayor Paula Masselos: the power of local democracy, do we need beach bars and shark nets?The Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 22: Paula Masselos, Mayor of Waverley Today, I’m delighted to welcome Mayor of Waverley, Paula Masselos to the podcast.Paula is the Managing Director of Embrace Society which is a communications agency specializing in hard-to-reach audiences and in values based behavior change, community engagement, advertising and communications, and creative strategy and development. Paula is a highly experienced and award-winning communicator with a career spanning 35 years. She has held a number of senior positions including Director SBS Radio, numerous appointments to ministerial advisory bodies and sat on man...2024-07-2234 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 21: Lucy Macdonald (Allon): Find your groove in the Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving ClubThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 21: Lucy Macdonald (Allon)In this episode we are delighted to welcome Lucy Macdonald (Allon) to the podcastLucy has been with the Bondi SBLSC for eight years with Besomo Patrol (aka 'Bes-t-omo' patrol). And like many people, Lucy started her involvement with the club earlier than that – when her kids were part of the Nippers program. In this episode we’ll talk about what motivated Lucy to become a volunteer surf life saver, the variety of roles and activities available, as well as the amazing things Lucy...2024-07-2240 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 20: Michael Hallam, Captain, Nightingale Patrol, BondiThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 20: Michael Hallam, Patrol Captain, Nightingale Patrol What does it take to become a Patrol Captain? It takes time and effort, but anyone can do it if you have the motivation and interest!What is an unconscious rescue really like? Michael describes how the team rescued an unconscious surfer. This podcast is supported by City Ford Sydney. Ford have supported the “Blue Water Challenge” for many years - we appreciate their ongoing support of surf lifesaving and the Bondi club. The City Ford Sydney B...2024-07-0839 minBondi Patrol PodcastThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 19: Amy O'Brien, School Teacher & Surf Swim Ambassador“It was the friendly people at Bondi who encouraged me to join and made me feel welcome,” says Amy. Amy O’Brien arrived in Australia in 2022 from Ireland, where she was a full time surf life guard as well as water safety teacher for primary school children.In this episode, Amy shares her journey from Ireland to Bondi, why she chose Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving Club, and the opportunities available for people interested in surf sports.Amy competed in the European and World Championships with the Irish National Team and has made an easy t...2024-07-0829 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 18: Grant Baldock: Nippers Age Manager, Life Member“Surf Life Saving gives you Leadership skills for life” Grant joined Bondi Surf Club as a 13 year old in 1988 obtaining his Surf Rescue Certificate (the same time as Harries!), Grant has been heavily involved in many aspects of the club during his 35 years as a member. Some of Grant’s achievements include:● Four time Australian Champion● the youngest ever Patrol Captain at 18● winner of the Open Club Champion of the club and Lifesaver of the Year ● playing a lead role in the organisation of the Annual Legends lunch fu...2024-02-0736 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 17: Scott John Maggs, Founder, Skin Check ChampionsOur skin is our biggest organ, and it’s our first line of defence. Every day, our skin can be damaged by the sun. This can cause cell mutation which may turn into skin cancer. Thankfully, if you find and treat a suss looking spot early enough, your chances of survival are better than almost any other cancer, which is why getting a skin check is so important.Scott started Skin Check Champions after losing his best friend to skin cancer at an early age; he turned this tragic event into a national campaign that saves lives – list...2024-01-1833 minBondi Patrol PodcastThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 16: Chris Cooper, Bronze Trainer, Movember Ambassador and Hip Hop Artist“Always ask questions, always ask for help – and support Movember!”Chris grew up in Sydney, started at Coogee Nippers aged 5 and then moved to Bondi in his teens and has been here ever since; he was Age Group Champion in Nippers and has an Australian Surf Life Saving Title; he’s now a lead Bronze Trainer at Bondi. Outside of Bondi surf life saving, Chris works in fashion retail and is a Movember Ambassador. Chris is a classically trained musician (having learnt the clarinet and piano), he’s a writer, performer and singer; his passion...2023-10-2937 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 15: Felicity MacArthur, Vice President, Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving ClubFelicity joined the Bondi Life Saving Club in 2015 and is patrol Captain for Jeppessen Patrol (the Best patrol!). Felicity has held various roles at the Club, she’s taught 8 Bronze and SRC Courses, has been a Spinal, ARTC Trainer, Bronze Assessor, and was the ‘Destination Patrol Captain’ for 3 years leading the Club’s away trips to places like Pacific Palms in NSW. Felicity competes in Champion Lifesaving and First Aid – she is the go-to person for Community, Inclusion and Diversity; Felicity leads the ‘Access Waverley’ Project for accessible beach wheelchair access, and set up the Club’s Dippers program (which helps disa...2023-08-0736 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 14: Anita Kolni, Founder, Volvo Ocean Lovers FestivalWe are all Ocean Lovers!Anita is a positive, passionate and dynamic change-maker. She is the Founder of the Volvo Ocean Lovers Festival, an annual celebration of Ideas, Art+Music and Actions, showcasing some of the latest innovations, science, state-of-the-art technology and cool ideas for helping the ocean. Anita successfully staged the first Ocean Lovers Festival in April 2019 at Sydney's iconic Bondi Beach, as a place to provide hope and positive messaging around ocean issues. The Festival attracted around 15,000 people to mainly free events promoting eco and sustainable practices, showcasing global alliances as well as l...2023-07-0440 minBondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 13: Interview with Basil Scaffidi, President, Bronte SLSCIn this episode, we are delighted to welcome Bronte Surf Life Saving Club President, Basil Scaffidi as our guest.Basil has been a member of Bronte Surf Lifesaving club for 20 years. From nipper age manager, then Nippers President, and now the Club President for the last 13 years. Originally from Perth, Basil has three daughters, who all attained their Bronzes and have competed for the Club. When not on the beach, Basil is Managing Director of SEL which is a sports and entertainment management and events company. Clients include individuals like Ian Thorpe and Melissa Doyle and sport bodi...2023-06-2143 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 12: Interview with Cyril Baldock OAMCyril is the longest serving Life Member of the Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving Club with an incredible 66 years as a member. Cyril qualified for his Bronze Medallion in 1959 and has held many roles at the club including Patrol Captain, Club Vice President, Club President, Surf Carnival Organiser, Club Touring Team Manager, and now Life Member and Club Patron. Cyril Baldock is one of only two living life members to have a patrol named in his honor. Cyril’s achievements in surf and ocean competition swimming is a very long list that...2023-06-1432 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 11: Interview with James Stewart: “We train to a very high standard at Bondi”Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 11: Interview with James Stewart: “We train to a very high standard at Bondi” Delighted to welcome Bondi Surf Life Saving Club Member James Stewart as our guest. Originally from England, James has lived and worked in Germany, China, USA, France, UAE and for the past 12 years, Australia. This is James’ 10th season at club – he’s just received his “Long Service Leave” - over the past ten years James has invested a lot of time in training the bronze medallion course - one group per year since he got...2023-05-1942 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 10: Interview with Chloe McCardel, The Channel Queen (and Bondi SBLSC Member!)In this episode, we are delighted to welcome Chloe McCardel Chloë holds multiple swimming World Records and has been inducted into the Marathon Swimming Hall of Fame. Chloe pushes the boundaries of marathon swimming and what the human mind and body can achieve. On October 13th 2021 Chloë broke the World Record for Greatest Number of Crossings of the English Channel. Chloë’s 44 crossings of the English Channel include 35x single, 3x double and a triple non-stop crossing (Australian First). She holds the World Record for the longest non-stop ocean swim (124km, 42hrs). She’s been on front...2023-05-0834 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 9: Interview with Andrew Christopher, President, North Bondi SLSCAndrew is long service member of the North Bondi SLSC; he started his involvement in North Bondi as a Nippers Dad 16 years ago. Apart from a few Nippers forays as a kid, Andrew had no real SLS background but always surfed, swam and enjoyed the ocean. Andrew has had many roles over the past 16 years; he’s been a Nippers Age Manager, Masters Captain, Head of Surf Sports and now, Club President. When not on the beach, Andrew’s a lawyer and most importantly, a father of four. In this discussion, we cover:1. Why surf...2023-04-2140 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 8: Interview with Doug Hawkins, Coogee SLSCIn this episode, we are delighted to welcome Coogee Surf Life Saving Club Member and Director of Lifesaving, Doug Hawkins as our guest. Doug joined Coogee SLSC in 2000, and by 2003 he was running the Nippers program – and program he professionalised, grew and now trains others on; he’s now Head of Nippers for whole of Sydney branch, retired and Head of Member Services. Doug has also recently been awarded a Life Member for SLSA NSW. We discuss:1. Why did Doug join surf life saving? 2. What’s involved with Nippers...2023-04-1834 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 7: Interview with Nixy Krite, Captain of Lifesaving, Bondi SLSCWelcome to The Bondi Patrol Podcast; a conversation with the people who volunteer their time to keep Bondi beach safe for swimmers, and run the Bondi Surf Bathers' Life Saving Club - Our core Mission is to save lives, and we couldn’t do that without our 1500 volunteers and an engaged and supportive community, so thank you, we salute you. I’m your podcast host Glen Frost, I’m a Volunteer surf life saver at Bondi, and each episode I’ll be meeting with a Club member to hear their story, and to ask them why they volunteer their time . 2023-03-2734 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 5: Sahn Zanotti; teaching the next generation of surf lifesaversWelcome to The Bondi Patrol Podcast; a conversation with the people who volunteer their time to keep Bondi beach safe for swimmers, and run the Bondi Surf Bathers' Life Saving Club - Our core Mission is to save lives, and we couldn’t do that without our 1500 volunteers and an engaged and supportive community, so thank you, we salute you.I’m your podcast host Glen Frost, I’m a Volunteer surf life saver at Bondi, and each episode I’ll be meeting with a Club member to hear their story, and to ask them why they...2023-02-1431 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 6: Tom & Greg Bennett; Bennett Rescue BoardsThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Interview with Greg & Tom BennettToday, we are delighted to welcome Greg and Tom Bennett, Father and Son, Chair and CEO of Bennett Surf Co as our guests – they’re the 2nd and 3rd generation of surf craft manufacturer and suppliers, including being suppliers to the Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving Club. How it all began … Bennett Surf Co was officially founded in 1956 by Barry Bennett out if 1 Wills Avenue, Waverly, under Barrys neighbours house. Bennets have been making surf life saving equipme...2023-02-1433 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 4: Kenny Salisbury: I didn't realise what a minute was until I started boxingThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 4 : Interview with Kenny Salisbury Welcome to The Bondi Patrol Podcast; a conversation with the people who volunteer their time to keep Bondi beach safe for swimmers, run the Bondi Surf Bathers' Life Saving Club as well as the Bondi community who embrace & support our club, and our values – Our core Mission is to save lives at Bondi beach, and we couldn’t do that without our 1500 volunteers and an engaged and supportive community, so thank you, we salute you.We welcome Bondi Surf Life Saving Club...2023-01-0931 minBondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 2: Caroline Pierce: Why learning to swim is transformativeThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 2: Caroline Pierce, Editor, The Surfer Caroline is a marketing specialist, journalist, author, sometime-software developer and business analyst. She's worked in a variety of industries ranging from media, the law and property, IT, local government and research. She's been a member of Bondi Surf Club for almost 20 years but this is only her fifth season on patrol. She's the Editor of the Bondi Surfer newsletter and has been involved in many of the Club's community initiatives including the bushfire relief efforts at the start of 2020, Swim Sisters, the celebrations of...2022-11-0832 minBondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 3: Paul Ure: One of the BEST decisions of my lifeThe Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 3: Paul Ure “Joining the Bondi Surf Life Savers Club was one of the best decisions of my life,” says Paul Ure, Bondi Surf Life Saving Club Member.Paul has been a club member for over 40 years. He’s been involved with Nippers, a surf life saving program which helps kids to swim and know the waves; he’s also been part of the Dippers Program, which helps kids with disabilities to swim and have confidence in the water. Paul is deeply inv...2022-11-0836 min
Bondi Patrol PodcastBondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 1: Brett Pattinson: Director of Sponsorship, Marketing, Events and RockstarWelcome to Bondi Surf Life Saving Club Member, Brett Pattinson, as our guest on the podcast.Brett’s an Entrepreneur and businessman who began his career as a rock star, fronting Australia’s most successful ska/reggae band of the eighties, The Allniters. their song ‘Montego Bay’ was a Top 10 hit around the world.Brett’s played at major festivals, alongside such legends as The Clash, Madness, UB40, Toots & the Maytals, Sandii & the Sunsets, The Troggs, The Style Council, INXS and Split Enz. Brett’s music and film credits include the title track for one of th...2022-10-2137 min