Welcome to Wainui Surf Lifesaving Club, Gisborne's oldest dedicated surf lifesaving club. Established in 1937, we are proud to uphold the values and traditions that were laid down all those years ago. Wainui Surf Lifesaving Club has a rich history of saving lives and promoting beach safety, and we continue to be a trusted and respected presence on our local coastline.
We are honoured to have received the prestigious Patrol Club of the Year and Overall Club of the Year awards in 2020, 2021, and 2022. These accolades highlight our commitment to excellence in delivering lifesaving, education, and sport services to our community. We strive to provide these services with integrity and are dedicated to making our beach and coastline a safer place for everyone.
None of our achievements would be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to each one of them. Our sponsors and partners share our passion for keeping our community safe, and we are extremely grateful for their contribution to surf lifesaving at Wainui. Without their support, we would not be able to carry out our lifesaving operations and fulfil our mission.
Our platinum sponsor, Riversun, plays a crucial role in our success, and their values and vision align closely with ours. Their motto, “Growing Excellence,” resonates with the club's objectives, and we are grateful for their ongoing and inspiring support. We also extend our thanks to our gold sponsors, Logans, Bronwyn K, and Pultron Composites, as well as our silver and bronze sponsors.
To continue our lifesaving work and maintain our services, we rely on the support of our community. We welcome donations of any amount, and no contribution is too small. You can make a one-time donation or set up a regular donation via online banking. If you have any questions or need further assistance, our Director of Finance, Miriam Allan, is available to help.
Running a volunteer club involves significant costs, including funding lifeguards, acquiring essential lifesaving equipment, maintaining our facilities, and supporting our athletes and junior surf members. While we work tirelessly to raise funds through various initiatives, there is still a serious shortfall. We are grateful for the funding support we receive from Surf Life Saving New Zealand, NZ Community Trust, Community Organisation Grants Scheme, Trust Tairawhiti, Eastern & Central Community Trust, TSB Bank, and the Sunrise Foundation.
We invite you to join us in future-proofing our club. Your support, whether through donations or sponsorships, will help us ensure that we can continue to save lives, educate the community, and provide sporting opportunities for years to come. Together, we can make a difference and create a safer environment for all beachgoers.
Thank you for visiting Wainui Surf Lifesaving Club, and thank you for your support.