James Lloyd’s proudest and most humbling moment on the beach is a rescue that he wasn’t directly involved with. The 24-year-old has been named the NZ Lottery Grants Board Lifeguard of the Year at Surf Life Saving NZ’s Awards of Excellence 2019.
Read more...Awards have been presented to New Zealand’s top surf lifeguard, surf lifesaving volunteer, and the lifeguards responsible for the rescue of the year. The winners were among the surf lifeguards recognised at the 2019 Surf Life Saving New Zealand Awards of Excellence at Te Papa on Saturday night in Wellington. Surf Life Saving Senior Executive Matt Warren says the awards celebrate the heroism, commitment and skills of people throughout the country who dedicate their time and effort to volunteering, and keeping Kiwis safe on our beaches.
Read more...The national Awards of Excellence will be held on Saturday 21 September.
Read more...Lifesavers taking part in a leadership programme germinated a new idea to encourage more women to take on IRB driving and other challenges in SLSNZ.
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