Open Day, 7 November 2010
St Helens Marine Rescue threw open the doors to their St Helens facilities to celebrate the official handing over of the new vessel to serve the East Coast Community, RV Larapuna.
Mayor Robert Legge performed the official duties along with Rebecca White, MP for Lyons, and Tanya Rattray MLC. The Association’s vessels were then available for public inspection.
Long-service plaques were presented to Greg Bennett, Dave Tippen and Duncan Hollingsworth with 45 years of dedicated service between them. Sue Breen was recognised for lifetime dedication to marine Safety.
All other members received certificates of appreciation for their service and dedication to the team work that is representative of St Helens Marine Rescue.