Beach to Bush - Thriving since 1994

Shining brightly as a long-standing star within the organization for over 30 years, the Beach to Bush Program continues to dazzle as a beloved initiative by Surf Lifesaving NSW since 1994! Designed to bring the thrill of beach safety education to primary school students across regional NSW, Beach to Bush has captured the hearts of nearly 270,000 students. In action-packed sessions lasting 45 minutes, students embark on a fun-filled journey covering everything from beach and inland water safety to sun protection, mastering rips and waves, discovering sea creatures, practicing rescue techniques, and learning how to seek help from our trusty lifesavers.
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What do students learn?

  • Beach and inland water safety
  • Sun safety strategies
  • Identifying rips
  • Safe swimming locations
  • Actions to take if in trouble
  • Common coastal and inland marine life
  • Importance of reading and following beach signs
  • Lifesavers’ and lifeguards’ roles and how to seek their help

Download Activity Sheets and School Posters

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This program is supported by

This year, over 11,300 students will attend an Ingenia Holiday Parks Beach to Bush session, with over 100 schools slated to participate in the program’s 31st year.

Beach to Bush 2025

Beach to Bush the 30 year history 1994-2023

30 year history of the B2B program.

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Beach Safety Resources

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