Surf Live Saving NSW
Surf Life Saving NSW uses the NSW Public Safety Network (NSW PSN) for its radio communications, with specific Talkgroup IDs (TGIDs) and Radio IDs (RIDs) assigned to its operations. It supports surf rescue volunteers and paid lifeguards across NSW beaches.
| Talk Group ID | Description |
| 14501 | General Comms |
| 14502 | General Comms |
Surf Life Saving NSW on the NSW PSN
• Network: NSW PSN (formerly NSW GRN)
• Purpose: Supports both volunteer surf rescue and paid lifeguard services across NSW beaches.
• Radio IDs (RIDs):
• Range includes 012600# and 2800###, identifying Surf Life Saving NSW radios.
Monitoring Tips
• Scanner compatibility: Use a scanner that supports P25 Phase 1 trunking (e.g., Uniden SDS100, SDS200, or Whistler TRX series).
• Control channels: Tune into control channels active in your region (e.g., Wollongong, Sutherland, Sydney South) to catch SLS NSW traffic.
• Activity patterns: Expect increased traffic during weekends, public holidays, and summer months when beach patrols are busiest.