Two thousand patrol hours, 12 beach closures, 140 preventative actions, and no lives lost; these statistics are testament to the invaluable contribution of the South West Rocks Surf Life Saving Club.
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It was no surprise then that a packed house turned out for the club's annual presentation, with more than 90 members, sponsors and special guests celebrating another successful season for the volunteer club.
Club President and Life Member Rod McDonagh, said he was extremely proud of the club.
"Our members continue to go above and beyond each season, especially considering it was a season consisting of COVID-19 restrictions, poor weather conditions and even a tsunami warning.
"I would like to acknowledge the award recipients and express my thanks for their ongoing commitment to the surf life saving movement. It was great to see members of all ages receiving awards at the presentation, it shows how as a club we are diverse and inclusive and puts us in a great position heading into the 2022/23 season."
The presentation included awards for both senior and junior members with the Nippers enjoying their own party and disco prior to the main event.
The major award winners included:
- Kevin Ruscoe Memorial Award for Club Person of the Year - Josh McLaren
- Terry Trevillian Memorial Award for Male of the Year - Chris Ward
- W. Tom Saul Memorial Award for Female of the Year - Erin Cook and Georgia Gaddes
- President's Award - Noel Langthorne
- Director of Lifesaving Award - Ollie Byrne
- Director of Administration Award - Dave Pearson
- Roger Whitmore Memorial Award for Volunteer of the Year - Ian "Spook" Everingham
- John Hogno Memorial Award for Services to Lifesaving - Andrew Packwood
- Life Governors' Award for Administrator of the Year - Vicki Thomas
- Gordon 'Coogan' Lawrence Memorial Award for Competitor of the Year - Men's Surf Boat Crew - Craig Schweikert, Mark Notley, Grant Coleman, Paul Owens and Chris Ward
- Patrol of the Year - Patrol 3 - Erin Cook, Janelle Cook, Chris Ward, Grant Coleman and Bruce Auslebrook
- Ben Clarke Memorial Award for Rookie of the Year - Tim May
- Garry Gillies Memorial Award for Cadet of the Year - Michael Briggs
- Colin and Pam Ball Achievers and Encouragement Award - Belinda White
- G & B Crossingham Memorial Award for Most Consistent Patrol Member - Patrick Sheridan
