Instructors Ian Procter (left) and John Minogue perform as part of Surf Life Saving NZ's Beach Ambassador Day in Gisborne. The pair are finalists in the Beach Education category of the Tairāwhiti Surf Lifesaving Awards of Excellence. Photo / SLSNZ
Instructors Ian Procter (left) and John Minogue perform as part of Surf Life Saving NZ's Beach Ambassador Day in Gisborne. The pair are finalists in the Beach Education category of the Tairāwhiti Surf Lifesaving Awards of Excellence. Photo / SLSNZ
Surf Life Saving New Zealand has announced the finalists for the Gisborne/Tairāwhiti Awards of Excellence for the 2024-25 season.
The awards recognise and celebrate the skill and commitment of surf lifeguards who make a meaningful contribution towards saving lives, developing great New Zealanders and keeping beachgoers safer.
“That mahi notonly includes the hours watching over people on our beaches, but also those who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes training current and future surf lifeguards, managing administration and coaching and participating in surf lifesaving sport,” Surf Life Saving NZ (SLNZ) eastern regional manager Avan Polo said.
“The Gisborne/Tairāwhiti Awards of Excellence are a celebration of the remarkable dedication and community spirit that drives our clubs.
“These finalists represent the heart of surf lifesaving – people who give their time, energy and passion to keep our beaches safe and our communities strong.
