Arcadian Surf Carnival Makes A Splash

Forrest Beach Surf Life Saving competitors at the Arcadian Surf Carnival Photo source: Forrest Beach Surf Life Saving

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Forrest Beach Surf Life Saving Club has welcomed competitors and supporters home for its own carnival after a strong showing at the recent Arcadian Surf Carnival. The club recorded a number of podium finishes across the water and beach events, with Michael, Mariam, Evie and Reuben among the individual winners, while Forrest Beach teams also claimed multiple relay victories.

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The club is now looking ahead to its home carnival at Forrest Beach on 10th and 11th October, with nominations open through LiveHeats until midday on 2nd October.

The new 2026/27 patrol season has also commenced, with patrols returning to the beach and operating from September through May.

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Results from the Arcadian Surf Carnival

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1st Place

Michael: Masters Male Sprint

Michael: Masters Male Flags

Mariam: Open Female Sprint

Mariam: Open Female Flags

Evie: U11 Female Sprint

Reuben: U8 Male Wade

Reuben: U8 Male Deep Water Wade

Open Mixed Beach Relay

Open Mixed Wade Relay

U9 Mixed Beach Relay

U9 Mixed Wade Relay

U8–U10 Wade Relay: Team A

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2nd Place

Evie: U11 Female Flags

Thea: U10 Female Sprint

Reuben: U8 Male Flags

Open Mixed Board Relay

U10 Mixed Beach Relay

U10 Mixed Wade Relay

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3rd Place

Stephen: Open Male Sprint

Stephen: Open Male Flags

Stephen: U17 Male Sprint

Stephen: U17 Male Flags

Kurtis: U11 Male Flags

Thea: U10 Female Flags

Harrison: U10 Male Sprint

Thomas: U9 Male Flags

U10 Mixed Board Relay

U9 Mixed Board Relay

U8–U10 Wade Relay: Team B

Forrest Beach To Rainbow Bay 2026/27 Patrol Season

Patrols run from September through to May.  

Patrol Hours: Saturday: 1:30pm – 5:00pm & Sunday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

Beach Safety Reminders: Always swim between the red and yellow flags, listen to our trained lifesavers, and stay informed about conditions.

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The stinger net will be installed from early November

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