On 22nd April, the Pool Lifeguard Challenge returned for its second year, serving as a stage for teams to showcase their abilities and team work. Diverse participants, with a wide range of expertise, agility, and collaboration, highlighting their unwavering dedication to aquatic safety across South East Queensland.

The success of these events was a testament to the dedicated participation and support from all involved. The enthusiasm and positive outcomes from these events further underscored our collective mission to enhance safety practices and knowledge-sharing in water related activities.

As we commemorate these achievements, we eagerly anticipate more opportunities ahead to fortify our commitment to aquatic safety.

The top three results are as follows:

First Place: Gold Coast
Second Place: Sleeman Team 2
Third Place: Sleeman Team 1
Most Valuable Competitor: Brenden Elliott (Gold Coast)

Royal Life Saving Society Queensland extends gratitude to Sleeman Sports Complex for providing the event venue and support staff, Royal Life Saving Society – Australia for offering support staff and competitor equipment kits, and the staff from Royal Life Saving Society Queensland who assisted with event officiating and adjudication.

Royal Life Saving Society Queensland would also like to acknowledge the following individuals who contributed to the event’s success:

Brooke Cherfils
RLSSQ Staff
and, of course, all the competitors