Ray Higgs was Chairman, Kristen ‘KJ’ Jewson and Ashleigh Symes were at the door (for Paul Seymour). This was a special meeting; the presentation of the annual Lutzy Award (see separate article above).
We had apologies from Trent Belling, Nick Cole, Mario Fairlie, Tash Price, Paul Seymour, Adam Sheppard, Al Sirovs and Chris Thurtell. We also had an apology from Trevor Hendy, the President of the Surfers Paradise SLSC, who was represented by Scott Andrews.
President Mitch Brown opened the meeting with an acknowledgment of country, giving us a brief outline of how indigenous names were adapted for local villages, such as Mudgeeraba, without anyone asking what the name actually meant… 😊
Ray Higgs, who is our principal liaison with the SLSC, briefly outlined the history of the Lutzy Award and introduced the recipient, Pieta Jackman. She was accompanied by her mother Samantha Jackman, as well as a friend of the family, Harry Ellis. David Orchy and Scott Andrews represented the Surf Club.
Following the Lutzy Award presentation, David Orchy and Scott Jackman briefly addressed the meeting, outlining how important the development of young leaders is for the community and in particular for the Surf Life Saving movement.
Following the presentation, President Mitch briefly outlined some new, additional requirements (and massive expenses) the Gold Coast City Council has come up with to satisfy their requirements to renew our lease for the project shed.
On a much happier note: Mark Twyford announced that he had become a Grandfather! Congratulations!