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Welcome David Beaumont – Reserves Men’s Coach – 2023

The Northern Beaches SUNS AFL Club is pleased to welcome David Beaumont – Reserves Men’s Coach.

Dave is well known around the club having been a Sun for the past 6 years. Dave has been part of 3 Premiership winning sides, and was lucky enough to be coached by Mervyn Neagle whilst at Walla Walla.

Whilst at The Suns Dave has coached two Junior sides (U13’s & U17’s), with his wife Renae and children all playing for The Suns.

Dave is now keen to take the next step in his coaching career and set his sights firmly on a Premiership win for The Suns Ressies!

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Welcome Steven Zahra – Senior Women’s Coach 2023

The Northern Beaches SUNS AFL Club is pleased to welcome Steven Zahra – Senior Women’s Coach – Skills Coach/Assistant Rachel Simmons

Steve’s previous coaching experience includes Premiership wins for the Thuringowa Bulldogs in 2009 & 2010.To back this up, Steve coached the Bulldogs Senior Women to a Premiership win in 2018.

Whilst having a break from active football, Steve has gained Level Two umpire accreditation within the AFL Townsville Umpire League, keeping his skills sharp and his eye on the ball.

Welcome to The Suns Steve, time to chase the next Premiership flag.

Sponsors needed 2023

Join Us – Sponsors Needed 2023

Sponsors needed! Would you like to help The Northern Beaches SUNS in 2023 or you know a business who would like local promotion? The SUNS are looking to bring additional sponsors on board. It costs less than you think!

Email northernbeachessuns@gmail.com or phone 0458 133 369 for further Information!

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NB Suns 12.5s 2022 Premiers!

2022 Premiers.. A massive congratulations to our 12.5s after a nail-biting 3 point victory over the Tigers in the AFLT Grand Final held on the 10th September.

The kids played awesome football and really scrambled to ensure they kept the lead in the final quarter.

Congrats to Charley Bales on being awarded the Best on ground medal, well deserved you little champion.

To Dan, Nat, Locky and all the crew, a massive congrats on a fantastic season.

Sponsor Hightlight – Automotive Obsession

AUTOMOTIVE OBSESSION is proud to sponsor The Northern Beaches SUNS AFL Club. As one of our major sponsors, Automotive Obsession, based in Townsville, has been supporting The SUNS for a number of years now, and will continue to do so into the future.

Being a family-owned business, Automotive Obsession genuinely care and know what it means to look after you with friendly, common-sense service. Conveniently located at Bohle and servicing the bustling Northern Beaches suburbs of Townsville, Automotive Obsession have been servicing the local area for over a decade.

Some of the services provided are – • All servicing and repairs on all makes and models, Roadworthy Certificate Inspections on all vehicles and trucks up to 16 tonnes, Brakes and suspension, Electronic Fuel Injection, Auto Electrical, Air Conditioning and Classic Restorations.

Automotive Obsession pride themselves on providing excellent down to earth customer service and will always seek your approval to carry out any additional repairs if required. A convenient courtesy car is available for use whilst your vehicle is being serviced, or for those early morning drop-offs a key box is conveniently located. After hours or weekend servicing is available on request. Trust your pride and joy to mechanic’s that love your ride as much as you do.

Our modern workshop is equipped with advanced diagnostic equipment and tools, ensuring servicing and repairs to the latest model vehicles as well as the classics can be undertaken. As a member of the National Repco Authorised Service network, we are backed by Repco’s Nationwide Warranty which covers quality Repco parts and labour and is supported at over 400 Repco Authorised Service Dealers Australia-wide, giving you peace of mind wherever you go!

Let Automotive Obsession know you are a club member and a percentage of your service cost will be returned to The Suns. You can’t do better than that!

Visit Automotive Obsession Website

Wanted – Junior AFL Coaches for 2023

Northern Beaches Suns AFL Club is looking for Junior coaches for the 2023 season.

Past coaching experience at any level is invaluable, but above this a passion for teaching the skills of AFL and building a positive club culture are essential. The qualification is a simple online course, with The Suns supporting you along the way.

These are voluntary positions for ages – U9.5’s, U11.5’s and U13.5’s mixed, U15.5’s boys and U17.5’s boys and girls teams. Now is the time to become involved in a rewarding family community AFL Club.

The Suns are looking to move up to the next step in 2023.

Email your EOI by 31st August to northernbeachessuns@gmail.com or phone Jen Campbell on 0414 168 041 for further information.

Senior Coaches Wanted for 2023 Season

Northern Beaches Suns AFL Club, Townsville, is looking for Senior (A Grade), Reserves and Women’s Coaches to take our Senior teams to the next level in 2023.

Past coaching experience at any level would be invaluable and a passion for teaching the skills of AFL and building a positive club culture are essential.

The suitable candidate may be a playing or non-playing coach. Assistance will be given to obtain full time work (there is plenty of full-time work available), with a great laid-back lifestyle waiting for you in sunny Townsville, Queensland.

Remuneration: To be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Applications close 31st August 2022. Queries and applications can be forwarded to Club President Mark Boardman on northernbeachessuns@gmail.com or 0418 593 914.

Trivia Night – 16 July 2022 – POSTPONED!

We will advise a new date shortly!

It’s back! Come along for a fun nite of Trivia. Hosted by Whiskey & Pumba! Table bookings essential – pay at the bar or online.

$15 per person with tables of 6.

Nibbles provided.