The New Brighton Surf Life Saving Club. Photo: SuppliedThe New Brighton and North Beach surf life saving clubs are in the running to receive essential rescue equipment worth thousands of dollars. The "Vote the Boat" competition, run by BP, is in its third year, and sees communities rally together in support of their local Surf Life Saving NZ club. Said Surf Life Saving NZ chief executive Paul Dalton: "For some clubs, upgrading or purchasing one of their own is financially very challenging. The New Brighton Surf Life Saving Club has been saving lives since 1910 and, following the 2011 earthquakes, has been in the process of rebuilding its new club house.

Source: Otago Daily Times November 18, 2020 23:48 UTC