Impressive members of our community honoured in Australia Day Awards

Impressive members of our community honoured in Australia Day Awards
Each year Northern Beaches Council recognises community members and organisations that contribute to improving the amazing place we live in.
While the recipients do not expect recognition and are humble about their efforts; these awards go a little way to thank these selfless people and organisations.
This year’s recipients have saved lives, raised money for lifesaving and emergency services, promoted fitness and continually encouraged community spirit.
Northern Beaches Mayor Sue Heins said all nominees and the award recipients were impressive.
“This year we received so many deserving nominations which only emphasises the amazing accomplishments of this year’s recipients.
“There is no doubt we have some extraordinary people on the Northern Beaches. Every year I am amazed by the committed and passionate people that surround us.
“Each is being recognised for their major contribution to our community through volunteering their time, experience, leadership and dedication to others.
“We heartily congratulate this year’s award recipients and thank those who took the time to nominate and recognise them,” Mayor Heins said.
Citizen of the Year 2025 
Kevin Lee – Narrabeen Beach SLSC
Kevin has devoted many hours to the Narrabeen Beach Surf Life Saving Club through beach patrols, various positions within the Club and educating other members. He is also the co-convenor of the Narrabeen Beach Challenge Ocean Swim and has organised numerous beach carnivals. Kevin devotes countless hours to his passion for the sea and keeping the public safe.
Young Citizen of the Year 2025 
Saskia Rundle Trowbridge – Warriewood SLSC
In 2024 Saskia braved perilous conditions below Warriewood headland to rescue 3 youths. Showing remarkable composure, leadership and quick thinking to organise her I.R.B crew while she jumped in the swirling ocean to swim the youths to the boat and back to the beach for first aid and saving their lives.

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