Life memberships awarded by Marine Rescue unit
Marine Rescue Central Coast has recognised significant contributions of 20 of its members at its annual awards presentation evening, including two life memberships awarded and recognition for years of service.
Life memberships were awarded to Mr Ian Leafe and Mr Brendon Weston.
Unit commander Mr Ian Morrow said: "Ian Leafe joined the Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol in June 2005.
"During his career, Ian has served as the unit's training officer and administration officer and became a respected radio operator and watch officer assessor for the Sydney and Hunter-Central Coast regions.
"He has continuously provided General Boat Licence and PWC Licence training for Marine Rescue members and members of the public," said Mr Morrow.
He said: "Brendon Weston joined the Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol in March 1999.
"On the creation of Marine Rescue NSW, Brendon was awarded recognition as a Marine Rescue watch officer and a Marine Rescue coxswain.
"He is a long-serving member who has always stood up to fulfil many roles in the unit over his career.
"He always makes positive contributions to the unit, MRNSW and the community," Mr Morrow said.
The National Medal for 25 years' servicewas presented to Mr Brent Malcolm and Mr Brendon Weston.
A 20 years' service pin was presented to Mr Greg Taylor, while the 10-Year Service Medal was awarded to Mr John Free, Mr Mal Ralston, Mr Duncan Coles and Mr Mike Watson.
Seven members were presented with the five years' service award: Mr Bob Gilbody, Mr Neville Shakeshaft, Mr Rob Zwart, Mr Doug Fitzgerald, Mr Matthew Sims, Mr Steve Sai-Louis and Mr Dave Segaert.
The Unit Commander's commendation award was presented to five members: Mr Andrew McKellar, Mr Max Landells, Mr Chris Hartcher, Mr Mark Luland and Mr Peter Alderton.
Unit Commander Ian Morrow gave special thanks to the supporters of MRNSW Central Coast, including Mike Watson of Boat Warehouse who has become the Unit's "maiden" Platinum Supporter, Ettalong Beach Hotel as Bronze Supporter and IAC Safety Services who have just recently made a substantial donation to the Unit.
The awards were presented at the Gosford RSL by Marine Rescue NSW Deputy Commissioner Darren Schott, Inspector Steve Raymond, as well as Member for Gosford Ms Leisl Tesch and Member for Terrigal Mr Adam Crouch.
SOURCE:
Media release, 12 Jun 2024
David Wicks, MRCC