Bondi Patrol Podcast

Glen Frost (Bondi SBLSC, Australia)
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Welcome to The Bondi Patrol Podcast; a conversation with the people who volunteer their time to keep Bondi beach safe for swimmers, run the Bondi Surf Bathers' Life Saving Club as well as the Bondi community who embrace & support our club, and our values – I’m your host Glen Frost, I’m a Volunteer surf life saver at Bondi, and each episode I’ll be meeting with a member of the club, or from the Australian surf life saving community, or from in and around Bondi. We exist to save lives, create great Australians and build better communities, and we couldn’t do that without our 1500 volunteers and an engaged and supportive Bondi community, so thank you, we salute you.The Bondi Patrol Podcast is owned by The Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving Club. All advertising and sponsorship revenues are paid directly to the Bondi SBLSC. Glen Frost is the Co-Founder and Host of the podcast, and does not profit in any way from the podcast. Glen donates his time to make the podcast happen.

  1. Jul 22

    How will Drones change Bondi? Chief UAV Pilot James Bassam explains how drones work for SLS

    Bondi Patrol Podcast James Bassam: Chief Remote Pilot & Manager of the Australian UAV Service – part of SLS NSW James leads a team of 350+ staff and manages 200+ UAV assets - coordinating over 100,000 flights each year to deliver critical public safety, emergency response and commercial UAV operations, including NSW Rural Fire Service operations.  UAV stands for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle. It refers to an aircraft that flies without an onboard human pilot. Instead, it is either controlled remotely by a pilot on the ground or flies autonomously using onboard computers, GPS, and sensors. It is more commonly known as a drone. Interested in learning more? https://australianuavs.com.au/become-a-uav-pilot/

    How will Drones change Bondi? Chief UAV Pilot James Bassam explains how drones work for SLS

  2. May 2

    Life in 'The Big Chair': Steve "Bluey" Larnach, President, North Bondi Surf Life Saving Club

    Steve "Bluey" Larnach is the President of the North Bondi Surf Life Saving Club and a dedicated community volunteer. A second-generation local, he has been involved with the club since the 1980s, serving in various roles including Patrol Captain and earning life membership in 2017. In this episode, Steve talks about life in "The Big Chair" as he calls the Presidents role, lessons for new surf life savers, how to be a real leader in the surf club, and some great tips on fundraising!

    Life in 'The Big Chair': Steve "Bluey" Larnach, President, North Bondi Surf Life Saving Club

  3. Jan 21

    Bondi Patrol Podcast: Ep 29: Tragedy, Rescue, Aftermath, Shoulder To Shoulder: Bondi & North Bondi Club Presidents

    The Bondi Patrol Podcast Liz Webb, President Bondi SBLSC, and Steve Larnach, President North Bondi LSC HOST: Glen Frost, Nightingale Patrol, Bondi SBLSC In Australia, support is available at Lifeline on 13 11 14.    On 14 December 2025, an Islamic State inspired terrorist attack occurred at Bondi Beach during a celebration of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah attended by around 1,000 people. Two gunmen killed 15 people (11 men, 3 women and a 10-year-old girl). Volunteer surf lifesavers from Bondi and North Bondi LSCs and Waverly Council lifeguards rushed to the scene to provide first aid during the active shooting. International media has covered this event in forensic detail. In this episode we tell our story.   If you are upset or feeling sad: Speak with Lifeline by calling 13 11 14 Text Lifeline by sending a message to 0477 13 11 14 Chat with Lifeline online by visiting www.lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat     SLSNSW Member Assistance Program (MAP) Members can access free counselling 24/7 through Converge International 1300 687 327 https://portal.converge-online.com/ Organisation Code: SLSNSW   National Emergency Worker Support Service: Provided by the Black Dog Institute, NEWSS offers online mental health checks, resources for families and friends, and up to 12 free sessions with a clinician for emergency services volunteers and staff. www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/educationservices/national-emergency-worker-supportservice/

    Bondi Patrol Podcast: Ep 29: Tragedy, Rescue, Aftermath, Shoulder To Shoulder: Bondi & North Bondi Club Presidents

  4. 09/12/2025

    Lawrie Williams; Bondi Historian & Bondi SBLSC Long Service Member; club legends, club stories and who created the hit TV show "Bondi Rescue"?

    Bondi Patrol Podcast GUEST: Lawrie Williams (Loz); Bondi SBLSC Long Service Member and Bondi Historian   This podcast is supported by Bondi’s most experienced real estate agents; Richardson & Wrench Bondi Beach – we thank the whole team for their ongoing support of our club and the surf life saving community - visit their website at rwbb.com.au   In this episode, I’m delighted to welcome Lawrie Williams to the podcast – Lawrie – or Loz to his friends – is a club veteran and Bondi historian. He is a proud member of Bondi SBLSC and North Bondi LSC. Loz’s proud of our club’s history and believes that sharing stories helps current and future generations to appreciate what previous clubbies went through.  Correction to audio:  Lawrie is a Long Service member of Bondi SBLSC  and a Life Member of the Australian Pool & Ocean Lifeguards Association  Why is our club called a “surf bathers” club?  Why do we have patrols named after famous members when every other club has “Patrol 1” or “Patrol 2” Was there a boxing ring in the great hall at the club? What was the “belt and reel” really like as a life saving tool?  What was it like in the old days? (post war, 60s, 70s, 80s – stories of club members helping others rougher times, no OH&S, no female members) Impact of new equipment over the years  The history of Bondi since WW2 – and impact on the club For non-surfers; what are the rules of surfing at Bondi?? Did they really allow raw sewage to flow into the water at Bondi? The importance of club veterans, older members Who created the hit TV show Bondi Rescue?

  5. 05/03/2025

    Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 27: Gareth Robinson: Purpose led habits: Bondi’s Wellbeing Team building mental health for Clubbies

    Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 27: Gareth Robinson: Purpose led habits: Hear about Bondi’s Wellbeing Team who are building mental health for Clubbies    Gareth Robinson is the Founder of Your Happiness Flywheel, a mental health and wellbeing consultancy. Gareth is known at the Bondi SBLSC as “Chop” and is Vice Captain on the famous Baldock Patrol, and a Leader on the Club’s Wellbeing Team.   Chop discusses Four initiatives for mental health and wellbeing: Each patrol has a Wellbeing Team member and remind volunteers on Patrol Wellbeing Team Patrol & Breathwork Class Channel your inner Goldfish, setting your intent Purpose led habits: Start small: Aim low to reach high. Give back to feel great.   Gareth discusses finding what works for you and remember to keep exploring exercise, and music. Gareth discusses what is ‘happiness’ and how to achieve your goals.   In this episode we cover a number of great topics for everyone’s mental health and awareness; Chop mentions and references some websites/books etc – these are listed below:   Bondi SBLSC Wellbeing: chaplain@bondisurfclub.com (the awesome Blake Hatton)wellbeingpatrol@bondisurfclub.com (mostly active Oct/Nov)Mental Health Advocates (each patrol has a MHA that is the patrol 'point person', aiding mental health awareness, preparedness, and connection in their patrol. Bondi SBLSC Cadets: bondicadets@bondisurfclub.com (14 - under 18's)Bondi Cadets Insta pagenippers@bondisurfclub.com (under 14's)More About Gareth, and his 4 week challenge: happinessflywheel.com.auArticle with 50+ book recommendations from GarethSign up for Your Happiness Flywheel e-Newsletter

    Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 27: Gareth Robinson: Purpose led habits: Bondi’s Wellbeing Team building mental health for Clubbies

  6. 02/06/2025

    Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 26: Sandra Fox, President, Tamarama Surf Life Saving Club.

    Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 26: Sandra Fox, President, Tamarama Surf Life Saving Club. Tamarama: small club, big heart, taking the lead on many issues Sandra is currently President of Tamarama SLSC, the first woman to be in this role. She has been at Tamarama SLSC just over 20 years and has served in many roles in the surf club and seen many changes over that time both at a Club level and within surf life saving. Sandra works for CSIRO in business development in the environment and climate area. Tamarama is a small and often challenging beach in between Bondi and Bronte. Much of the work the surf life savers do is preventative and involves speaking to people before they go into the surf. In this podcast we discuss Sandra’s entry into the club, various roles she has held for over 20 years, and now her role as President. Sandra talks through the redevelopment of the Tama club house – how it took longer than expected. Sandra takes the time to share how clubs have the power to champion certain causes and issues, and how although Tama is a small club, they have a big heart, and choose to lead the way on a number of issues.  What do members really value? Social activities, competitions, and the many volunteer roles available at any club. https://www.tamaramaslsc.org/

    Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 26: Sandra Fox, President, Tamarama Surf Life Saving Club.

  7. 01/27/2025

    Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 25: Susie Peterson, President, Clovelly SLSC

    What does it take to be a great Club President? In this episode, Glen talks with President of Clovelly Surf Life Saving Club, Susie Peterson. Susie talks about her love of surf life saving, how she has held various roles in the club, and came into the role of President ‘by accident’ on her retirement, and how she loves the role. Susie reflects on what makes a great President, from having a vision for the club, understanding the diversity of members, appreciating that people are volunteers, and how and when to get involved in the numerous issues that crop up all the time at every club. If you live in or near Clovelly and are thinking of joining, you can contact the club via their website: https://www.clovellysurfclub.com.au/

    Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 25: Susie Peterson, President, Clovelly SLSC

  8. 11/05/2024

    The Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 24: Lauren Tischendorf - first woman to swim solo around Lord Howe island

    Bondi Surf Life Saver Lauren Tischendorf first woman to swim solo around Lord Howe Island! Lauren recently became the first woman to swim a solo, single session, 32km swim around Lord Howe Island where she faced sharks, strong currents, 25 knot winds and 2.5m swell. Lauren is an Athlete for The Minerva Network, a group that supports female athletes, and a member of various global swimming clubs and associations. Lauren grew up in South Africa, came to Australian in 1999, joined Bondi Bathers Surf Life Saving Club in 2024. In this interview, we discuss: 1.What was it like growing up in South Africa? 2.Why swim around Lord Howe island? 3.How do you prepare? What are the mental and physical challenges? 4.You’ve made a film about the swim; tell us more! 5.What is the Minerva Network? 6.Who is your patrol named after? McDonald? 7.What do you think of shark nets? If you want to contact Lauren about her film, here are the contact details: Email: nextepicadventure01@gmail.com Website: https://laurentischendorf.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextepicadventure_lt21/profilecard/?igsh=MWltaTFuanJ3a2Nraw== Thank you for listening to this episode. thank you to our long term supporters City Ford Sydney; we appreciate your support of the Bondi Blue Water Challenge – this enables our club to raise money for the life saving service we provide the community; if you want to get involved, wether for our Nippers program if you have young kids, or you want to become a volunteer surf life saver, you can learn more at www.bondisurfclub.com    Over 300 lives were lost at Australian beaches last year– So please, swim at a patrolled beach and swim between the flags.

    The Bondi Patrol Podcast: Episode 24: Lauren Tischendorf - first woman to swim solo around Lord Howe island
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Welcome to The Bondi Patrol Podcast; a conversation with the people who volunteer their time to keep Bondi beach safe for swimmers, run the Bondi Surf Bathers' Life Saving Club as well as the Bondi community who embrace & support our club, and our values – I’m your host Glen Frost, I’m a Volunteer surf life saver at Bondi, and each episode I’ll be meeting with a member of the club, or from the Australian surf life saving community, or from in and around Bondi. We exist to save lives, create great Australians and build better communities, and we couldn’t do that without our 1500 volunteers and an engaged and supportive Bondi community, so thank you, we salute you.The Bondi Patrol Podcast is owned by The Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving Club. All advertising and sponsorship revenues are paid directly to the Bondi SBLSC. Glen Frost is the Co-Founder and Host of the podcast, and does not profit in any way from the podcast. Glen donates his time to make the podcast happen.

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  • Creator
    Glen Frost (Bondi SBLSC, Australia)
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Bondi Patrol Podcast
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