Bronte Surf Life Saving Club is set to undergo a significant transformation, with $5 million in funding committed to upgrading its ageing facilities and supporting its vital role in the local community.
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The planned investment will help modernise the club’s infrastructure, providing safer and more inclusive spaces for its volunteers, members, and the thousands of beachgoers who visit Bronte each year. Established in 1903, the club is one of Australia’s oldest surf life saving institutions and a central part of life in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs.
Local surf life saving representatives said the funding would allow the club to better support its lifesaving operations and community programs. They described the project as a long-awaited step forward that recognises the club’s importance not just for its members but for the broader public who rely on the beach and park facilities.
Club President Basil Scaffidi noted the club’s daily presence on the sand and in the community, saying the upgrade would ensure Bronte SLSC could continue its work for decades to come.
“A big step forward for our club, the beach, and the whole community. It is all systems go, and we will start to roll out the plan in the coming weeks,” the club announced on social media.
Waverley Mayor Cr Will Nemesh also welcomed the funding, highlighting the value of the club to local families and visitors and the benefits of upgrading essential community infrastructure.
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The funding is part of a broader initiative to strengthen surf life saving facilities across the region, with similar improvements also planned for neighbouring clubs.
Once complete, the club’s upgrade is expected to enhance safety, accessibility, and community engagement—ensuring that this iconic institution remains a beacon of service and connection on Sydney’s coastline.
Published 23-May-2025
