Press Release – Surf Life Saving Northern Region A community network looking out for issues in the surf along Bream Bay has won the Surf Life Saving Northern Region’s 2021 Innovation Award. The Award was announced at the SLSNR Awards of Excellence in Auckland on 17 July. Waipū Cove Surf Life Saving Club’s Coast Watchers network comprises spotters at key vantage points along Bream Bay, who assist the club’s local Emergency Call Out Squad (ECOS). The community members were provided induction training on spotting possible people in trouble, informing the ECOS team, providing updates until the rescuers arrive, and what information needs to be given to the emergency services team.