Surf Life Saving Sydney congratulates the 13 Sydney Branch Surf Lifesavers recognised with National Medals in SLSA National Medal Batch 53 (12 x 15 Years and 1 x 25 Years). This prestigious award is part of the Australian Honours System and recognises long and diligent service by individuals who volunteer their time to protect and serve the community.
“Their years of service represent far more than time—they represent thousands of hours given, lives safeguarded, and our communities strengthened. These medals stand as a powerful testament to their unwavering dedication and the very heart of what Surf Life Saving represents. We are deeply proud and grateful for our members incredible contribution, and this recognition is truly and thoroughly deserved. Their years of service represent far more than time—they represent thousands of hours given, lives safeguarded, and our communities strengthened. These medals stand as a powerful testament to their unwavering dedication and the very heart of what Surf Life Saving represents. We are deeply proud and grateful for our members incredible contribution, and this recognition is truly and thoroughly deserved.” said SLSS President, Elissa Hancock.
Congratulations to the following and thank you for your 15 years of service.
Mathew Harper, Maroubra SLSC
Shaun Hudson, Garie Surf Life Saving Club
Altin Bunaj, Coogee SLSC
Scott Parker, Coogee SLSC
Clive Stiff, Coogee SLSC
Gordon Manuel, Clovelly Surf Lifesaving Club
James Lawrence, Bronte Surf Life Saving Club
Robert McLellan, Bronte SLSC
Nick Seale, Bronte SLSC
Thomas Nguyen, Bondi Surf Club
Maxwell Serpa Gonzalez, Bondi Surf Bathers LSC
Geoff Sumner, Bondi Surf Bathers LSC
Thank you and congratulations to Richard Lissenden ESM, North Bondi SLSC for 25 years of service.