Carrum Surf Life Saving Club

06/06/2026

Sunset over the beaches!

04/06/2026

See below information about the continuing coastal hazard warning for abnormally high tides across eastern Victoria, including Carrum beach.

Locally, high tide tonight (Thursday) is around 6:15pm.

Take note of the advice from Life Saving Victoria and the State Emergency Service and monitor VicEmergency and the Bureau of Meteorology for further updates.

**Update: This warning has now been cancelled**

Coastal Hazard Warning for abnormally high tides.
Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/
Issued at 4:30 pm EST on Thursday 4 June 2026

Where:
For people in parts of Central, East Gippsland, West and South Gippsland and South West Forecast Districts.
Locations which may be affected include Melbourne, Brighton, Frankston, Ocean Grove, Inverloch, Port Albert, Phillip Island, and Lakes Entrance.

When:
Abnormally high tides across central and Gippsland coasts during this afternoon and evening.

Situation:
Abnormally high tides which may lead to sea water flooding of low-lying coastal areas are possible between Cape Otway and the VIC/NSW border, including Port Phillip and Western Port Bay, during today. Tides are likely to rise well above the normal high tide mark during this afternoon and evening high tides.

A separate warning for damaging winds is also current. For more details, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts .

What you should do:
The Victoria State Emergency Service and Life Saving Victoria advise that people should be aware of the following:

* Do not walk, ride or drive through flood waters.
* Stay away from beaches, tidal rivers and creeks.
* If you have a boat or water craft, haul out if possible or check your moorings are secure.
* Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Stay informed - monitor weather warnings and forecasts at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency app, website and hotline (1800 226 226).
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEST Thursday.

03/06/2026

Carrum Beach and Patterson River are currently impacted by abnormally high tides.

Stay up to date by following VicEmergency and the Bureau of Meteorology for updates.

03/06/2026

Bureau of Meteorology and VicEmergency advise of a Coastal Hazard Warning for abnormally high tides, including Port Phillip Bay.


When: Abnormally high tides across Victorian coastlines. Tides are likely to rise well above the normal high tide mark during the Wednesday afternoon and evening high tides.

High tide at Carrum Beach will be around 5:45pm this afternoon.

Situation: ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES which may lead to sea water flooding of low-lying coastal areas are possible along the entire Victorian coast, including Port Phillip, during Wednesday.

Elevated sea levels are expected to persist, particularly about central and eastern coasts, including Port Phillip and Western Port Bay into Thursday.


What you should do:
Life Saving Victoria and the State Emergency Service advise that people should be aware of the following:
* Do not walk, ride or drive through flood waters.
* Stay away from beaches, tidal rivers and creeks.
* If you have a boat or water craft, haul out if possible or check your moorings are secure.
* Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Stay informed - monitor weather warnings and forecasts at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency app, website and hotline (1800 226 226).

Visit the BoM and Vic Emergency websites for updates.

**This Coastal Hazard warning has been updated. Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ **

Coastal Hazard Warning for abnormally high tides
Issued at: 10:57 am EST on Wednesday 3 June 2026

Where:
For people in parts of Central, East Gippsland, South West and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts.
Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Geelong, Melbourne, Portland, Brighton, Frankston, Port Fairy, Ocean Grove, Inverloch, Port Albert, Phillip Island, and Lakes Entrance.

When:
Abnormally high tides across Victorian coastlines. Tides are likely to rise well above the normal high tide mark during the Wednesday afternoon and evening high tides.

Situation:
ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES which may lead to sea water flooding of low-lying coastal areas are possible along the entire Victorian coast, including Port Phillip and Western Port Bay, during Wednesday.

Elevated sea levels are expected to persist, particularly about central and eastern coasts, including Port Phillip and Western Port Bay into Thursday.


What you should do:
The Victoria State Emergency Service and Life Saving Victoria advise that people should be aware of the following:
* Do not walk, ride or drive through flood waters.
* Stay away from beaches, tidal rivers and creeks.
* If you have a boat or water craft, haul out if possible or check your moorings are secure.
* Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Stay informed - monitor weather warnings and forecasts at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency app, website and hotline (1800 226 226).
The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEST on Wednesday.

05/05/2026

Our thoughts today are with everyone at Marine Rescue NSW following the tragic events off the coast of Ballina yesterday evening.

Our sincere condolences to the families and friends of the two courageous emergency service volunteers and one civilian who lost their lives. And our best wishes to everyone else involved.

Last night was the darkest night ever experienced by Marine Rescue NSW.

Marine Rescue NSW volunteers answer the call for help 24/7 and last night six members from Marine Rescue Ballina did just that. They launched with a single mission, to save lives on the water and assist a yacht, reported to be in difficulty off the South Ballina break wall.

Tragically, two of our volunteers lost their lives during the response.

Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Todd Andrews said the devastating loss is a solemn reminder of the risks faced by volunteers who serve their communities.

“These two men were serving their local community and have made the ultimate sacrifice to help others.

“Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of the deceased, their fellow crew members, the brave radio operators who handled the difficult communications during the incident, the entire Marine Rescue NSW family and the wider Ballina community during this incredibly difficult time.

“We are supporting our volunteers and their families through professional counselling and chaplaincy support.

“We ask that the privacy of those involved and their families be respected during this difficult time,” Commissioner Andrews said.

25/04/2026

This ANZAC Day, we honour the spirit of service, courage, and mateship - these values live on today, guiding us in everything we do.

Today, we remember.
Lest we forget.

19/04/2026

Beautiful weather for our last day of patrol. We will be back in November. Please come and say hi and thank you to our volunteers who have spent the last 6 months making sure the beach is safe.

Over winter, please remember:
- it’s never safe to swim near Patterson River
- don’t mix alcohol with swimming
- never swim alone
- keep children in arm’s reach
- if you see someone in trouble in the water call 000.

11/04/2026

Second last weekend of patrolling and the weather is really turning it on. Our volunteers are here looking over the wild conditions.
Water quality is poor today and tomorrow so swimming is not recommended.

06/04/2026

It’s been a great Easter weekend. Thanks to all our patrollers who have been on the beach keeping it safe. It’s a bit cooler and wetter today but we are still here including our unoffical mascot Kermit.

31/03/2026

In response to the current fuel situation, and inspired by our colleagues at SES Chelsea, Carrum SLSC has replaced some our fleet with fuel-free alternatives, which arrived today, Wed 1st.