Stockton Surf Life Saving Club takes 'another hit' after nippers trailer stolen

The theft was discovered on March 9 as club members arrived to pack up the rescue boats in response to a call to assist Maitland flood victims. They found the full-cage trailer with mesh roof missing. The trailer, which is used to transport rescue boats and nippers' gear, was stolen on February 20 between 8.10pm and 8.45pm.

Club president Paul Bernard said CCTV captured a 4WD dual cab ute near the playground at the rear of Stockton Bowling Club drive past before returning a short time later, when the thieves - equipped with bolt cutters - cut the trailer free.

Mr Bernard said the theft went undetected because members have not been able to access the beach.

"It's just another hit when we were trying to be effective in the community, doing our best to get out and help other volunteers," he said.

"We appreciate the support of the community and when people make it harder, it just makes it that much harder still."

Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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