Surf Life Saving Queensland Magazine
CEO’S MESSAGE
Welcome to the final edition of Shoreline for 2025 — an issue that celebrates the people, stories, and leadership shaping Surf Life Saving Queensland today. This edition highlights some of the incredible individuals driving our movement forward. We are proud to feature Nick Marshall OAM, whose Life Membership reflects decades of service and his transformative work in building more inclusive pathways through Albatross Nippers. We also spotlight Fiona Grant, President of the North Queensland Branch, whose leadership continues to strengthen our regional communities, and Melinda Cosgrove, President of Townsville Picnic Bay SLSC, who is forging new ground as the first woman to lead her club in its 97-year history. We also take a deeper look into the important portfolios that keep our organisation moving - with profiles on our State Lifesaving, Membership, and Education Officers. Their insights reflect the dedication, strategic thinking, and commitment to member experience that underpin our operations across Queensland. On the frontline, our interview with the State Operations & Communications Centre (SOCC) provides a clearer picture of the people behind
the screens — the team who monitor conditions, support patrols, and coordinate crucial safety information across the state. Meanwhile, this month’s Under the Cap continues to shine a light on the athletes and personalities who inspire our members on and off the beach. We also recap a milestone year for youth development, including our Youth Excellence Program (YEP), and explore the importance of wellbeing in our “Decompress After Patrol” feature - a timely reminder as we head into the peak season. Although Christmas and the school holidays mark the busiest period of the year for our patrols and lifeguards, they also highlight the power of our volunteers and the impact you have on every beachgoer who returns home safely. Thank you for the professionalism, care, and dedication you continue to show. As always, Shoreline reflects not just the work we do, but the people behind it. I hope you enjoy reading this edition as much as we’ve enjoyed bringing these stories together. Wishing you a safe and happy festive season — and a successful start to 2026.
Wishing you a safe and happy festive season — and a successful start to 2026. DAVE WHIMPEY
CEO , Surf Life Saving Queensland
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