House debates

Thursday, 2 December 2021

Statements by Members

Boothby Electorate: Beach Safety

1:43 pm

Photo of Nicolle FlintNicolle Flint (Boothby, Liberal Party) Share this | | Hansard source

Summer has started in South Australia, and that means that it's beach time in Boothby. Staying safe at the beach this summer is so important, and our surf lifesaving volunteers do so much to ensure that we can all enjoy the beautiful beaches in Boothby both safely and responsibly. I urge all beachgoers to follow the advice of our trained lifeguards and to swim between the flags at all times. We can also visit beachsafe.org.au for more tips about beach safety.

I would like to highlight the tremendous work of our local surf lifesaving clubs in Boothby and thank President John Cvetko and the Brighton Surf Lifesaving Club volunteers; President Michael 'Mick' Billing and the Glenelg Surf Life Saving Club volunteers; President Jacinta Day and the Seacliff Surf Life Saving Club volunteers; and President Warwick Holland and the Somerton Surf Life Saving Club volunteers. These clubs and amazing volunteers do so much to keep us all safe each and every summer. They also support the development of skills, fitness and volunteering and foster lifelong friendships, especially amongst their young members. There are so many ways to support these amazing and fantastic clubs, so please get in touch with your local club in Boothby to find out how you can get more involved and support our wonderful volunteers who keep us all safe at the beach each summer. On behalf of all South Australians, I thank all of our surf lifesaving clubs in Boothby for their tremendous work each and every summer.