Marine Rescue Norah Head has received a $65,000 grant towards a new tow-vehicle capable of towing a rescue vessel to various locations.
The funding was made through the State Government’s Community Building Partnership program.
Newly appointed Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Alex Barrell, along with State Member for Wyong David Harris, paid the Norah Head headquarters a visit recently to announce the news.
“I welcome Alex Barrell as the newly appointed Commissioner of Marine Rescue NSW and to share our beautiful waterways at Norah Head,” Harris said.
Barrell started his new role in April this year after spending 30 years working in emergency and rescue organisations and said he was looking forward to leading Marine Rescue NSW into the future as well as supporting the boating community.
“The summer period was our busiest on record, and this increased workload by our dedicated and tireless volunteers did not go unnoticed,” he said.
“I’d like to acknowledge and thank our volunteers for their unwavering commitment to saving lives on the water.”
Norah Head Deputy Unit Commander Rodger Bruce took the opportunity to speak about future plans to improve the rescue facility.
Source:
Member for Wyong David Harris