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NSRI Station 36 is located on the Eastern Cape Coast of South Africa in the picturesque town of Oyster Bay.

Emergency no: 0829905968
NSRI Best Rib Station 2020 Award

Answer your phone… it could be us! 📞🎉This Friday, 16 October, two lucky supporters will get a call they’ll never forget!...
14/10/2026

Answer your phone… it could be us! 📞🎉

This Friday, 16 October, two lucky supporters will get a call they’ll never forget! We'll be announcing the winners of:

🚗 A brand-new Suzuki Jimny 5-door in our second Cars4Good draw.
💰 R150,000 in our second Monthly Giving Grand Prize draw.

Two incredible prizes. Two very happy winners. Could you be one of them? 🤞

Thank you to everyone who has entered. Every Cars4Good and Monthly Giving entry helps us continue building a water-safe nation.

Good luck!

When Graham Howes’ family experienced the devastating loss of someone they loved, the NSRI’s efforts to find him left a ...
14/10/2026

When Graham Howes’ family experienced the devastating loss of someone they loved, the NSRI’s efforts to find him left a lasting impression.

Now, that connection is helping create something that will carry Graham’s name forward.

Spirit of Graham Howes, a Gemini 5.5-metre rescue RIB being built for Station 16 Strandfontein, is expected to join the NSRI fleet later this year.

For a family whose lives were so closely connected to the ocean, it is a meaningful way to honour Graham’s memory: a rescue craft that will head out onto the water with a purpose, helping bring others safely home.

Read Graham’s story and find out more about the vessel being built in his honour: https://www.nsri.org.za/2026/09/in-memory-of-graham-howes-new-rescue-vessel-to-carry-his-legacy/

13/10/2026

A Week of Life-Saving Missions: Every week, our volunteer rescue crews respond to emergencies across South Africa, from our coastlines to inland waters.
Here’s a look at some of the rescues, images, and moments from the past week that reflect their courage, skill, and unwavering commitment to saving lives. To read more incredible stories from the world of the NSRI, visit our news page here: https://www.nsri.org.za/news-stories

NSRI Richards Bay volunteer crew assisted two foreign sailing yachts over Sunday and Monday. A British couple needed hel...
13/10/2026

NSRI Richards Bay volunteer crew assisted two foreign sailing yachts over Sunday and Monday. A British couple needed help getting their yacht across a shallow channel to the Zululand Yacht Club in strong winds, and a New Zealand couple were towed to safe moorings after their yacht’s motor failed in the harbour channel. Both crews and their yachts reached safety without incident.

Twenty-four people. Ten countries. One shared goal: preventing drowning.In September, lifesaving leaders from around the...
12/10/2026

Twenty-four people. Ten countries. One shared goal: preventing drowning.

In September, lifesaving leaders from around the world came together at NSRI headquarters in Cape Town for the RNLI’s Leaders in Lifesaving course, co-hosted with the NSRI for the first time.

The week brought together organisations facing different challenges, but many of the same questions: how can we strengthen leadership, share knowledge and find better ways to prevent drowning?

Because the work to save lives does not stop at borders.

Read more about the course and the people working together to make our waters safer:
https://www.nsri.org.za/2026/09/ten-countries-one-goal-preventing-drowning/

It is THAT time of year again!The annual NSRI Oyster Bay Mandjiedans 2026On 28 November there will be music in the air, ...
10/10/2026

It is THAT time of year again!
The annual NSRI Oyster Bay Mandjiedans 2026
On 28 November there will be music in the air, precision dance steps on the floor and lots of laughter!
Our line-up for the evening includes: Simon Shaw Music and Surf Boertjie

Purchase tickets online via Quicket:
https://www.quicket.co.za/events/400117-nsri-oyster-bay-mandjiedans-2026/

Bring your family and friends and enjoy a fantastic evening with us, while supporting NSRI.

Oyster Bay Hall
Gates open at 17h00 and live music starts at 17:30
Price: R250 per adult
R200 per child under 10 needing a seat (otherwise free)

What to bring: Your snacks, drinks and ice, family, friends and enough energy to skoffel the night away!
What we will provide: Tables, chairs under a stretch tent, and of course – THE ENTERTAINMENT!
Oh, and a special auction to rival any other!

Pepés La Braseria will be on site making their amazing Pulled Pork Buns - Pre-order to avoid disappointment.
071 642 4870

If you have any questions, give us a shout on 072 182 6175 or [email protected]

Eight years ago, *Alick Rennie* became the first of a new generation of Offshore Rescue Craft to join the NSRI fleet.Tod...
09/10/2026

Eight years ago, *Alick Rennie* became the first of a new generation of Offshore Rescue Craft to join the NSRI fleet.

Today, eight ORCs have been built, with the programme now complete.

The journey represents a significant investment in the future of maritime rescue, giving NSRI crews vessels designed to travel further offshore, operate in challenging conditions, and support increasingly demanding rescue operations.

From the first vessel to the last, the programme has built the capability needed to serve South Africa’s waters for decades to come.

Read the full story behind the fleet renewal programme: https://www.nsri.org.za/2026/09/looking-back-at-the-fleet-renewal-programme-that-began-with-alick-rennie/

Two local men are safe and unhurt after NSRI St Lucia crew brought them ashore from a fishing ski-boat that suffered ste...
09/10/2026

Two local men are safe and unhurt after NSRI St Lucia crew brought them ashore from a fishing ski-boat that suffered steering failure in the surf zone off Ingwe Beach on Monday, 5 October.

World Drowning Prevention DayThank you to every NSRI volunteer, employee, donor and community partner who supports our v...
25/07/2026

World Drowning Prevention Day

Thank you to every NSRI volunteer, employee, donor and community partner who supports our vision of a water-safe nation.

In April, we had the privilege of hosting the monthly Oyster Bay Ladies Tea.It was a beautiful morning filled with delic...
18/05/2026

In April, we had the privilege of hosting the monthly Oyster Bay Ladies Tea.

It was a beautiful morning filled with delicious treats, warm conversations, and a wonderful sense of community.
We were especially grateful to have Judy Moolman Venter (NSRI Guest Speaker & PR) join us, who delivered an insightful and informative talk about what the NSRI stands for, and how Station 36 and its volunteers play a role in serving our community.

Guests also enjoyed a walk-through of the station, learning more about what we do as volunteers, the training involved, and how they can get involved.

A heartfelt thank you to Judy for traveling to Oyster Bay, and to all the ladies who contributed to making the morning such a success.
Moments like these highlight the heart behind Station 36 — community, care, and commitment.

Another productive training session for NSRI Station 36 this past Saturday.Our trainees got hands-on experience practici...
18/05/2026

Another productive training session for NSRI Station 36 this past Saturday.

Our trainees got hands-on experience practicing the HELP (Heat Escape Lessening Position) and Huddle position — vital techniques for improving survival time in cold water — along with emergency steering drills to sharpen their on-water response skills.

Building confidence, teamwork, and readiness — one session at a time.

🚜 Big upgrade at NSRI Station 36 – Oyster Bay! 🚜We’re thrilled to announce that Station 36 has officially taken delivery...
02/04/2026

🚜 Big upgrade at NSRI Station 36 – Oyster Bay! 🚜
We’re thrilled to announce that Station 36 has officially taken delivery of our brand new New Holland Agriculture TD95 tractor!
This powerful new workhorse will replace our faithful old Samil truck and will now be used for launching and retrieving our rescue boats on the challenging surf at Oyster Bay.
In a surf-launch station like ours, reliable shore-based equipment is absolutely critical for getting our crews and boats into the water quickly and safely when lives are on the line.

A huge thank you to New Holland and the team at New Holland Rcl Trekkerdienste for their generous support and for helping us keep our rescue operations running at full strength.
Your contribution directly helps us save lives along this stretch of coastline.

The old Samil truck has served us well over the years — now it’s time for the TD95 to step up and become the new beast on the beach!

01/04/2026

The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) is encouraging anyone heading to the coast this Easter weekend to be extra cautious during the upcoming full moon spring tide, which peaks on Thursday, 2 April.

Spring tides bring higher high tides, lower low tides, and stronger currents. This can increase the risk of rip currents, make certain coastal paths inaccessible, and create more hazardous conditions for swimmers, anglers, and hikers.

If you’re planning to spend time near the water:

Swim at beaches with lifeguards and stay between the flags
Be aware of rip currents, especially later in the day
Keep a close eye on children at all times
Avoid alcohol when swimming or near the water
Wear life jackets when boating, paddling, or fishing from rocks

It’s also a good idea to check weather forecasts and tide times before heading out.

By taking a few simple precautions, we can all enjoy the coastline safely over the long weekend.

Emergency number: 087 094 9774

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Casa Eagle
Oyster Bay
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