Honour for dedicated lifesaver

Shane Handy being congratulated by life member Kim McCarthy at the surf club AGM last month after receiving his Life Membership

Shane Handy being congratulated by life member Kim McCarthy at the surf club AGM last month after receiving his Life Membership

At the Rainbow Beach Surf Life Saving Club’s AGM last month, Shane Handy was honoured for his work with the surf club with Life Membership.

Shane was the first Life Member to come through the ranks at the club as one of the original Nippers.

As a member of the surf club since 2003 and achieving his bronze medallion in 2005, Shane has completed 2222 voluntary patrol hours including 252 hours of water safety.

Shane was Club President from 2016-2020 and was re-elected at last month’s AGM for another term.

His other roles within the club over the years have included club captain, vice club captain, junior activities officer, IRB assessor, training officer and he has received a total of 97 awards during his time as a club member.

He is highly regarded in the Sunshine Coast region as the Branch Councillor and District Supervisor and has been an integral member of the Building and Supporters club committee over a long period.

Congratulations Shane and thank you for all you do for Rainbow Beach.

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