Environment
North Steyne SLSC is close to the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic reserve as well as the Manly Lagoon. We have oft been described as ‘the heart of Manly beach’ when it comes to passion and compassion as we are dedicated to uphold our mission statement ‘to provide a safe and healthy aquatic environment’ beyond the traditional confines of Surf Life Saving. We consider ourselves caretakers of the stunning and fragile coastal area of North Steyne itself and not just those who frequent it.
North Steyne SLSC is one of the leading clubs in Australia on environmental issues. Please click here to view a copy of our Cleanest Beach Dossier detailing our environmental initiatives.
We have been recognised for our environmental contributions in several important ways:
- North Steyne SLSC was named the National Surf Life Saving Club of the Year in 2008; one of the six key policies in winning this award was its environmental initiatives. The award is judged by SLSA and Australian Government officers.
- Cleanest Beach in Australia, 2009
- NSW Coastal Ambassadors’ Awards, 2008 & 2009
- NSW Young Legends Award—Club member Ellis Cooper-Frater, 2009
Some of North Steyne SLSC’s most important environmental programs include:
- Rain tanks sunk beneath the sand to supply water hoses to wash down gear around the Club
- Solar panels
- Spring-loaded taps and showers
- Specially designed water-conserving hoses
Many of these were funded jointly by North Steyne SLSC and various grants generously provided by Manly Council and the NSW Government. At the time they were implemented, each program represented a first or near-first for a Surf Life Saving Club.
Image: the largest human sign, constructed on North Steyne beach in support of the "Life Saving Energy" campaign for sustainable energy sources, 2008.
