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Wāhine on Water - Aoife Fyall
The Wāhine on Water initiative aims to get more female lifeguards trained up to crew and drive inflatable rescue boats (IRBs). The programme pairs less experienced lifeguards with an experienced female IRB mentor, and the events give women an opportunity to expand their boat experience in a supportive, relaxed and fun environment. Let’s find out about one of the wonderful wāhine involved in the initiative, Aoife Fyall.
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Read more...Mt Maunganui LS Awarded 2nd Place for Jan '22 bp Rescue of the Month
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