NSW State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers from the two Central Coast units – Wyong and Gosford – were recognised for their outstanding service at a special presentation on Saturday, February 24.
Twenty-six volunteers with a combined total of 275 years of service received awards, medals and clasps for their commitment to volunteering and supporting their communities.
Long service awards were presented for five, 10, 15 and 20 years service.
NSW SES Deputy Commissioner Daniel Austin said at the presentation that the long-serving members were an example to all NSW SES volunteers.
“There’s nothing the NSW SES values more than our people,” he said.
“Those who are receiving awards today exemplify the standards by which we hold ourselves and the dedication to serving our community.”
Wyong SES received the Commissioner’s Certificate of Recognition for support during the March 2021 floods.
“It was in these events that the SES volunteers of the Central Coast showed their character,” Deputy Commissioner Austin said.
“We have seen incredible acts of service, bravery and community spirit over the years, and I am pleased to be able to join in recognising and celebrating these wonderful volunteers.”
Other recipients included Andrew Warnest from the Wyong Unit, who received a National Medal.
He deployed to Eugowra in the aftermath of the record flooding that struck the town in October 2022 and was thanked for his service to the community.
Other officials presenting awards included Northern Zone Commander Andrew Cribb, Northern Zone Deputy Commander Ian Robinson and Central Coast Cluster Commander Rolf Garda.
