Queensland’s best SES volunteers honoured at State Awards: Full list of winners
After a gruelling year, Queensland’s top SES volunteers are recognised for their outstanding efforts and dedication at this year’s SES Week Award Ceremony. SEE THE WINNERS
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Queensland’s top State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers were recognised for their crucial role in keeping Queenslanders safe, at this year’s State SES Week Award Ceremony.
The winners, selected from the finalists of each region were awarded the top honours across seven categories, including the inaugural presentation of the Suncorp ‘Spirit of SES’ Award.
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Acting Minister for Fire and Emergency Services MP Mark Furner said it was crucial to recognise and thank our SES volunteers for their ongoing service and dedication.
“The SES played a crucial role helping those affected by the Queensland and New South Wales floods earlier this year,” Mr Furner said.
“Being an SES volunteer is no easy feat – it requires hours of training, dedication to serve and courage to respond in the very worst of conditions.
“Whether it’s first aid, flood boat operation, technical rescue or land search, SES volunteers can often be the difference between life and death.”
Acting Commissioner Mike Wassing said the SES has been an integral part of Queensland’s emergency response for almost 50 years.
“During the past week, we have presented many SES volunteers with awards for their outstanding efforts,” Acting Commissioner Wassing said.
“It has been a difficult year for Queensland, and the SES volunteers’ dedication and community spirit has been on display in full force.
“I am always proud to see the lengths and efforts to which QFES members will go to serve their community.”
Acting Deputy Commissioner Joanne Greenfield said the State Award ceremony recognised those who have excelled in the service.
“While all SES volunteers do a wonderful job, our award winners have gone above and beyond what is expected of them and proven to be very deserving of the state’s top honours,” Ms Greenfield said
This year sees the inaugural presentation of the Suncorp ‘Spirit of SES’ Award, and Suncorp Group CEO Steve Johnston said Suncorp was proud to be the Principal Community Partner of the Queensland SES.
“SES volunteers are a vital part of the community, particularly when severe weather events occur as we’ve experienced this year,” Mr Johnston said
“On behalf of Suncorp Group, I would like to thank all SES volunteers for their tireless work and important community contribution which is consistent with the Suncorp spirit.”
SES WEEK STATE AWARD WINNERS
Minister’s Cup for Member of the Year – Mitchell Brushe, Cleveland SES Group.
Commissioner’s Cup for Unit of the Year – Townsville/Thuringowa SES Group.
Assistant Commissioner’s Shield for Operational Response of the Year – Brisbane City SES Unit, Moreton. Bay Regional SES Unit and Redland City SES Unit (joint winners).
Joyce Scorey Shield for Trainer of the Year – Julie Crocker, Caboolture SES Group.
Suncorp Spirit of SES Award – Peter Rice, Townsville SES Group.
Life Member Award – Alan Green, Innisfail SES Group.
Life Member Award – Robert Sutcliffe, Home Hill SES Group.
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