Strong governance is the foundation of a well-run surf life saving club. Clear processes, structured decision-making, and adherence to compliance requirements help ensure your club operates efficiently, ethically, and in line with regulations.

This section provides essential templates and resources to support your club’s leadership team in maintaining transparency, accountability, and good governance practices. Whether you’re establishing policies, managing meetings, or mitigating risks, these tools will help your volunteer committee navigate its responsibilities with confidence.

SLSQ Governance Manual

The SLSQ Governance Manual is a comprehensive resource that outlines how a club is managed and run.

It provides club members, leaders, and stakeholders with clear information on roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes.

Click here for SLSQ Governance Manual

Quick Links within the Governance Manual:

• General governance rules and regulations
• Constitutions, Regulations, Policies and Procedures
• Affiliations
• Club Governance
• Membership Governance
• Risk Management
• Financial Management
• Employees
• Supporters Clubs

Quick Templates:

• Committee Position Descriptions – Clear role outlines for President, Secretary and Treasurer
• Meeting Agenda Template
• Meeting Minutes Template
• Meeting Rules Template
• Conflict of Interest Register Template – A template to track and manage potential conflicts within the committee.
• Risk Register Template – A register for assessing and mitigating risks for club operations and events.
• Code of Conduct for Members & Volunteers Template – A set of expectations for behavior within the club.

These templates will help your club stay compliant, organised, and well-managed, allowing your committee to focus on what matters most—supporting members and serving the community.