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Visit www.lifesaving.com.auAbout Surf Life Saving Queensland
We provide public safety and educational services to all who live and visit Queensland.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologySurf Life Saving Queensland is a registered community development nonprofit based in South Brisbane, Qld, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It was founded in 1983 and has been operating for 43 years. Its registration number is 27360485381. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 35/100 (Limited data available). This reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is below the average of 56/100 for community development charities in Australia. The organization reports A$44M in annual revenue.
Surf Life Saving Queensland has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 35/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 35 ('Limited data available') reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is common for smaller, newer, or non-US charities that file fewer public records. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for community development charities in Australia is 56/100.
Surf Life Saving Queensland is located in South Brisbane, Qld, Australia. The organization was established in 1983 and has been active for 43 years. Its registered address is 18 Manning Street, Australia.
Based on official tax filings, Surf Life Saving Queensland has A$44M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of A$1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Surf Life Saving Queensland is classified as a Community Development organization, registered in Australia. It operates as a Large. By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has A$44M in annual revenue.
Surf Life Saving Queensland has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 35/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the ACNC. Visit the Surf Life Saving Queensland profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
We provide public safety and educational services to all who live and visit Queensland. Surf Life Saving Queensland is classified as a community development organization registered in Australia. The organization was founded in 1983.
Among community development charities registered in Australia: Surf Life Saving Queensland's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 35/100 is below the peer average of 56/100. Its annual revenue of A$44M is well above the peer average of A$1M.
Surf Life Saving Queensland is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). If the organization has Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status, donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible in Australia. Check the organization's DGR status on the ACNC or ATO website to confirm.
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Australian donations are deductible if Surf Life Saving Queensland holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.
Surf Life Saving Queensland is registered in Australia. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
Surf Life Saving Queensland is registered in Australia. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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NeutralVALE NOEL HEYWOOD OBE - Surf Life Saving
Eyes in the sky and eDNA in the water: experts target FNQ beach safety - The Cairns Post
Smart poles at Townsville beaches boost safety - Power 100
Pool rescue competitors to dive into Bundaberg - brcnow.bundaberg.qld.gov.au
‘Significant step’: New base to speed up Gold Coast rescues - Gold Coast Bulletin
Surf Life Saving Queensland names new Chief Executive - Australasian Leisure Management Magazine
Stay surf safe this weekend - 91.1 Hot FM
An 18-Year-Old Surf Lifesaver Missing at Sea in Australia Was Found Dead - The Inertia
'Heartbreaking loss': Missing surf lifesaver found dead on Sunshine Coast - Australian Broadcasting Corporation
‘Heartbreaking Loss’ as Missing 18-Year-Old Lifesaver Found Dead in Queensland Surf - SURFER Magazine
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Quick facts about Surf Life Saving Queensland
- What is Surf Life Saving Queensland?
- Surf Life Saving Queensland is a community development large based in South Brisbane, Australia. We provide public safety and educational services to all who live and visit Queensland.
- When was Surf Life Saving Queensland founded?
- Surf Life Saving Queensland was founded in 1983.
- Where is Surf Life Saving Queensland located?
- Headquartered in South Brisbane, Australia.
- What is Surf Life Saving Queensland's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2022 is approximately A$10M-A$100M.
- Is Surf Life Saving Queensland trustworthy?
- Surf Life Saving Queensland has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 35 out of 100 (Limited data available). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Surf Life Saving Queensland's registration number?
- Registration: 27360485381 (Australia).
- What is Surf Life Saving Queensland's website?
- https://www.lifesaving.com.au
- Are donations to Surf Life Saving Queensland tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Australia under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.