Marine Rescue NSW Annual Report 2022-23 by Marine Rescue NSW

Annual Report 2022-2023

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Contents Minister's Foreword Chair's Report Commissioner's Report Operations Regions Our People Our Business Fleet Facilities Governance Statement of Profit or Loss & Comprehensive Income Statement of Financial Position Statement of Changes in Funds Statement of Cash Flows Notes to the Financial Statements

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By the numbers

3,344

4,548

10,033

Dedicated volunteers

Rescue missions

Boaters safely back to shore

74,185

245,856

Boats Logged On

Radio calls

New rescue vessels

$3.4

New rescue water craft

New vehicles

million raised

399

Awards and medals

100%

Commitment to saving lives on the water

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Minister's Foreword I am honoured to provide the foreword for the 2022-23 Marine Rescue NSW Annual Report. Since becoming Minister for Emergency Services in April 2023, I have gained greater insight into the remarkable efforts of the Marine Rescue NSW staff and volunteers who help keep our waterways safe. The past 12 months have been extraordinarily busy for the organisation which has carried out a record number of rescues. More than 100 Marine Rescue NSW volunteers were also involved in flood rescue, relief and reconnaissance activities during the devastating floods that affected communities in the Hawkesbury region in July 2022 and the Central West in October and November 2022. The severe impact of last year’s flooding cannot be understated, and I want to thank each and every Marine Rescue NSW volunteer and staff member for their efforts. Tragically, nine people lost their lives last year in boating incidents on NSW waterways. While this is the lowest number of boating-related deaths in five years, it is a sad reminder of the potential dangers in the waters we navigate. Thankfully Marine Rescue NSW's volunteers assisted more than 10,000 boaters, returning them safely to shore. The accomplishments, challenges and initiatives undertaken by Marine Rescue NSW over the past year are a testament to the unwavering spirit of the volunteers and the invaluable service they provide to the community. I extend my deep appreciation to all those who have contributed to the essential work of Marine Rescue NSW. Your dedication ensures that our waterways remain as safe as possible. The Hon. Jihad Dib MP Minister for Emergency Services Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government Minister for Youth Justice

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The Hon. Jihad Dib MP Minister for Emergency Services Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government Minister for Youth Justice

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Chair's Report I am pleased to introduce the 2022-23 Annual Report for Marine Rescue NSW. The past year has been exceptional. There has been significant growth in both the areas of operation undertaken by Marine Rescue NSW and in the numbers, frequency, and complexity, of the work performed by our volunteers on and off the water. The previous record for vessel rescues has been reset. There have also been major changes at the strategic and managerial levels of corporate governance moving the organisation into a new era of growth and professionalism. In what has been a record-breaking year, the expertise, professionalism and unwavering commitment of our members and the professional staff have once again attracted positive responses and notice from the other Emergency Services and from the incoming NSW Government. Our members and staff have every reason to take pride in their accomplishments. They have responded capably and adeptly to the highest number of emergency responses in the Service’s history, while contending with recurrent flood events that created challenging and, at times, perilous situations on our inland waterways additional to the more traditional salt water environment. Rescues on the littoral and at sea have also been undertaken successfully and at record levels and the seafaring skills of the skippers and crews has been widely acknowledged.

James Glissan AM ESM KC Chair

This past year also marks a significant moment of transformation for the leadership of the organisation, with the retirement of Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner, Stacey Tannos ESM; the appointment of his successor and a restructure of the Board of Directors to ensure progressive governance and organisational growth. Stacey’s exceptional leadership, determination and integrity facilitated the remarkable evolution of Marine Rescue NSW from humble beginnings as a small, underfunded and resource-deprived rescue service to a model that national marine search and rescue organisations aspire to emulate. His dedication, professionalism and perseverance were pivotal in shaping our present status. We have transitioned from a patchwork of vessels, an outdated communication system and fragmented infrastructure into a fully professional entity and a widely recognised leader in the emergency services sector. On behalf of the Marine Rescue NSW Board, I extend our recognition and gratitude to Stacey for his exemplary Annual Report 2022-2023

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stewardship of Marine Rescue NSW throughout the past 12 years. We wish him the very best in his retirement. Following an extensive recruitment campaign, the Board unanimously selected Alex Barrell, the former Deputy Commissioner, to assume the role of Commissioner. Alex is well-acquainted with the members and brings a wealth of pertinent and extensive experience from his tenure in the NSW Water Police, Maritime, and rescue sectors, making him the standout candidate for the position. The Board has continued its strong and successful partnership with Alex in his new role as Commissioner. I congratulate Alex on his appointment to the International Maritime Rescue Federation Board of Trustees. As the only representative from the Southern Hemisphere, Alex’s perspective and expertise will be invaluable in the IMRF’s charter to remain a critical voice in the global search and rescue community. The Marine Rescue NSW Board has also undergone change. At the Annual General Meeting in November, the five amendments to the Marine Rescue NSW Constitution, proposed by the Board, were passed by special resolutions of the Members of the company. This has permitted the recruitment of independent General Directors and is designed to ensure that these new Directors will bring a commercial element to management. It also enables our Regional Board members to have more time available to actively bring regional matters to the notice of both the professional staff and to the Board itself. In August 2022, Hunter Central Coast Regional Director James (Jim) Wright stood down from his position on the Marine Rescue NSW Board to enable him to take on the role of Unit Commander at Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie, one of the Service’s busiest units. I am pleased to report the Lake Macquarie unit has been flourishing under the leadership of Jim and his executive team.

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Elections this year were held for the positions of Greater Sydney, Illawarra and Monaro Regional Directors along with one General Director position. The Incumbent Directors Keven Marshall ESM (Illawarra Regional Director), Glenn Felkin ESM (Monaro Regional Director) and I were elected unopposed. An election was held for Greater Sydney Regional Director and incumbent Director Ken Edwards was re-elected. In this record-breaking year, the Marine Rescue Board takes immense pride in the way our members have demonstrated resilience, addressing each obstacle with composure, and steadfastly serving not only their local communities, but those others to which they were summoned in emergency response. We thank each and every one of them for their dedication and service in our mission of saving lives on the water and look forward to the year ahead with the optimism and confidence that past experience justifies. James Glissan AM ESM KC Chair

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Commissioner's Report As the new Commissioner of Marine Rescue NSW, I am immensely proud of the work of our members and staff showcased in this year’s Annual Report. I’d like to acknowledge the unwavering leadership of former Commissioner Stacey Tannos ESM. Over the last 12 years, Stacey has steered the organisation and we wouldn’t be in the position we are today without his commitment, professionalism and determination. With a three-decade career dedicated to emergency and rescue services, including the last two and a half years as the head of the Operational and Capability division of Marine Rescue NSW, I am embracing the opportunity to build on Stacey’s exceptional work. My goal is to lead Marine Rescue NSW into the future and work closely with our members and staff, and our emergency service and industry partners to deliver continued support to the boating community in NSW. This year has been demanding on our members. Boaters flocked to our waterways with the Service recording the highest number of rescues in history. In all, 4,548 rescue missions were completed, bringing 9,087 adults, 946 children and 103 family pets safely back to shore, with 30 per cent of rescues in response to life-endangering emergencies.

Alex Barrell Commissioner

Across the year, there were 74,185 Log Ons with Marine Rescue NSW, an increase of 13 per cent on the previous year. It is pleasing to see the increase in boaters utilising this service. Logging On is a crucial and simple safety measure that provides boaters with reassurance that their local Marine Rescue NSW base is keeping watch for their safe return. Our Radio Operators, who provide 24/7 coverage of the marine radio network and listen for boaters in distress, handled 245,856 radio calls this year, equating to close to one call every two minutes. This operational delivery has been supported by our many members who give countless hours undertaking the vital administrative and fundraising activities that keep our units moving. Over the past year we have continued to replace our fleet, modernise our facilities and continue the ongoing upgrade of the marine radio network thanks to the NSW Government’s four year, $37.6 million investment into our lifesaving work. Four new replacement rescue vessels have been delivered to Batemans Bay, Merimbula, Port Stephens and Tuggerah Annual Report 2022-2023

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Lakes, with two new Rescue Water Craft building the capability of Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking. When floods impacted the state in July, October and November 2022, our highly skilled members, now wellversed in flood response, swiftly sprang into action to once again support the NSW State Emergency Service. During these and previous floods, our members performed a diverse range of tasks, including delivering supplies to isolated communities, transporting residents and other emergency personnel, conducting property checks in at-risk areas and serving as liaison officers. The NSW Government’s investment arising from the Independent Flood Inquiry is enabling us to build our flood response capability with construction of multi-purpose vessels, purchase of additional vehicles and personal protective equipment and clothing for members undertaking deployment. We have maintained strong working relationships with our valued maritime and emergency services partners including NSW Police Marine Area Command, NSW Ambulance, Transport for NSW (Maritime) Surf Lifesaving NSW and rescue helicopter services. The continuation of our three major regional Search and Rescue Exercises hosted in Sydney, Port Macquarie and Ballina, which involved our partner agencies, further refined our members’ skills and enhanced cross agency cooperation. Our continued and close collaboration with these and other partners has resulted in the development of more effective emergency response strategies and better outcomes for the NSW boating community. Following the NSW Government election in March 2023, The Hon. Jihad Dib was appointed as Minister of Emergency Services, Minister for Customer Service and Digital and Minister for Youth Justice. Minister Dib has already shown strong support of Marine Rescue NSW and I look forward to further strengthening the relationship and support of the NSW Government.

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Our Board is dedicated to achieving best possible outcomes for the boating community and harnessing the full potential of our members in effectively serving the boaters of NSW. I extend my gratitude to the Directors for their constructive, collaborative approach as well as their ongoing guidance and support. This past year has been exceptionally busy and I thank each and every member for their resilience, dedication and commitment to our mission of saving lives on the water. While recognising our volunteers, I also express gratitude to their families and employers for their ongoing support of our members and their mission. I would also like to acknowledge our wonderful staff who work tirelessly across all areas of the Service. Your diligent efforts in supporting our members is truly appreciated. Our members have demonstrated their ability to overcome the many challenges placed in their way. As we look ahead, we can be assured that regardless of the challenges that may arise, our people will continue their vital work with expertise, professionalism and determination. Again, I say thank you and I look forward to the opportunities that are ahead. Alex Barrell Commissioner

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Operations Marine Rescue NSW rewrites record book In 2022-23 Marine Rescue NSW volunteers across the state completed a record number of rescue missions surpassing the previous mark set in 2020-21.

Operational overview

The continued growth in new boat licenses and boat registrations in NSW contributed to a busy year on our state’s waterways with a record breaking 4,548 rescues performed by Marine Rescue NSW volunteers, an increase of 16 per cent on the previous year and 7 per cent higher than the previous record of 4,251 rescues, set in 2020-21.

Volunteers from Marine Rescue Eden on board XRAY 30 during a multi-agency search for a missing spearfisherman off Lennards Island

Responses to life-endangering emergencies accounted for 30 per cent of all deployments. The Service’s professionally trained, highly skilled and dedicated volunteers returned 10,136 people and pets safely to shore. A significant number of rescues were undertaken by Marine Rescue units in the Greater Sydney and Hunter Central Coast regions with Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie involved in 650 rescue missions, Botany Port Hacking 363, Port Stephens 301, Central Coast 266, Port Jackson 260 and Middle Harbour 197. The rescues that unfolded across the year showcased the remarkable efforts of the Service’s volunteers. Off the shores of Kiama, Marine Rescue Port Kembla and Marine Rescue Shellharbour vessels joined a multi-agency search for a missing fisherman. A group of four fishermen, reported missing off Shellharbour, were safely returned to loved ones after a seven and a half hour rescue mission performed by members of Marine Rescue Shellharbour. A tale of survival unfolded near Narooma, where six sailors on a 14-foot hobie cat found themselves at the mercy of strong winds. Thanks to a chance sighting and proactive thinking by a Marine Rescue Narooma Radio Operator, their lives were ultimately spared. What initially seemed like a straightforward rescue turned into a medical emergency when a solo yachtsman became ill with hypothermia. Members from Marine Rescue Sussex Inlet identified the symptoms and treated the man until he was met by paramedics at the wharf. Further north, five vessels from Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie, Lemon Tree Passage, Newcastle, Port Stephens and Terrigal searched extensively over two days for a missing boater off Newcastle.

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Batemans Bay 20 and Tuross Moruya 21 ventured 17 nautical miles off Batemans Bay to rescue two men on board a 40-foot yacht following an electrical fire

When a boat overturned near Moon Island, the quick thinking and timely rescue operations by Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie members saved two boaters from a dire situation. These incidents are just a small sample of the exemplary efforts and unwavering commitment of the Service’s members and their dedication to saving lives on the water. Tragically nine lives were lost in boating accidents, down from 14 the year prior. In addition to attending many of these incidents, our Radio Operators played a crucial out of the limelight role in several multi-agency searches. In all rescue missions, Marine Rescue NSW members conducted themselves with professionalism and compassion, particularly when entrusted with returning lost loved ones to their families.

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Kioloa 20 and Ulladulla 20 combine to assist fishers off the southern end of Mollymook Beach

Radio operations

The Service’s dedicated Radio Operators responded to 245,856 radio communications, equating to nearly one call every two minutes. Among these were 87 MAYDAY calls when lives were in imminent danger, 68 PAN PANs when boaters were in an urgent but not life-threatening situation, and 19 reported sightings of flares. The State Communications Centre on Sydney’s Northern Beaches continued to support regional units with 24/7 marine radio coverage, with Marine Rescue Sydney Radio Operators playing a role in more than 1,300 rescues.

Log Ons Botany Port Hacking volunteer David Jones on duty in the unit’s radio room

In 2022-23 the total number of boaters Logging On increased by 13 per cent to 74,185. A new version of the Marine Rescue NSW app was launched in December, contributing to an 8 per cent increase in Log Ons completed via the app. The Service’s volunteers kept watch for the safe return of close to 300,000 boaters, with a total of 279,621 people on board Logged On vessels, up 32 per cent on the previous year.

Radio Operators responded to 245,856 radio communications, equating to nearly one call every two minutes.

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Operational overview Operations 2022-23

Rescue missions 2022-23

Life-endangering emergencies

1,373

Other rescues

3,175

Total rescues

4,548

Total boaters rescued

10,033

Local Log Ons

40,360

Transiting vessels Log Ons

5,575

Marine Rescue NSW app Log Ons

28,250

Total vessels Logged On

74,185

Persons on board Logged On vessels

279,621

Radio transmissions Logged

245,856

Emergencies 30% Other Rescues 70%

Operations by month 2022-23 Total

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Life-endangering emergencies

1,373

108

111

135

213

121

128

125

140

Other rescues

3,175

119

159

173

239

281

371

563

358

299

278

159

176

Total

4,548

184

267

230

314

392

506

776

479

427

403

254

316

Log Ons

Vessel Log Ons: Five year trend

Log Ons - App Total Log Ons

80,000 70,000 60,000 50,000 40,000 30,000 20,000 10,000 0

2018-19 12

2019-20

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2020-21

2021-22

2022-23

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Emergencies

Rescue missions: Five year trend

Other Rescues Total Emergencies

5,000 4,000 3,000 2,000 1,000 0

2018-19

2019-20

2020-21

2021-22

Boaters rescued: Five year trend

2022-23

Total Incident POB (excl. Pets)

12,000 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000 2,000 0 2018-19

2019-20

2020-21

2021-22

Radio transmissions: Five year trend

2022-23

Total Radio Transmissions

300,000 250,000 200,000 150,000 100,000 50,000 0 2018-19

2019-20

2020-21

2021-22

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The number of rescues performed was the highest on record, up 16 per cent on the previous year

The number of Logged On vessels increased by 13 per cent on the previous year

72 per cent of rescues occurred during the official boating season which runs from October - April

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Who did we rescue? A record breaking year with 10,033 boaters safely returned to shore. In the last year, the Service’s volunteers came to the aid of 9,087 adults and 946 children. This suggests that the observed trend of increased family participation in boating activities, which has been noticeable in recent years, remains ongoing. Furthermore 103 pets were rescued and reunited with their much relieved owners. Over half of the rescue operations conducted were in response to vessels with either one or two people on board. There were 1,436 instances involving two boaters on board and an additional 937 rescues where a single person was on board, which aligns with the common practice of heading out alone or with a single companion in the pursuit of a big catch or other activities. Venturing out alone on the water comes with an elevated level of risk, especially for older boaters who may not be in good health. Open runabouts remained the most common type of boat that required assistance to shore with the Service’s volunteers assisting 1,242, runabouts, bowriders, rigid inflatables and centre console vessels over the course of the year. Cruisers and cabin motor vessels were the next most common vessel, accounting for 1,050 rescues, followed by sailing boats, which were involved in 625 requests for assistance. The continued growth in personal water craft (PWC) ownership, commonly known as jet skis, has seen a 25 per cent increase in the number of assists made to PWC riders.

There was a consistent trend in the rescues carried out, characterised by their largely preventable nature. Engine malfunction, issues with the vessel’s battery and fuel, or lack of, were cited as the most common causes, accounting for 56.1 per cent of all rescues. These factors are somewhat preventable with regular vessel maintenance and careful pre-trip planning. The messaging conveyed throughout marketing campaigns reiterated the importance of completing simple checks of your vessel, weather and conditions prior to hitting the water. Activities undertaken at time of rescue remain consistent with previous years, with fishing, cruising and sailing the most common past times.

In the last year, the Service’s volunteers came to the aid of 9,087 adults and 946 children

The proportion of rescues undertaken on the weekend grew slightly with 54 per cent occurring on a Saturday or Sunday. Thursday continued to be the quietest day on the water with 8 per cent of rescues occurring on this day. Incidents were primarily clustered during the hours of 7am to 7pm, with the busiest time being between noon and 3pm. These are likely the times when boaters might be returning home after a fishing expedition only to encounter problems with their engine or battery.

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Number of people on board when rescued 2022-23 Number on board

Cause of incident 2022-23

Number of incidents

Nature of incident

937

1,436

Number of incidents

Engine

1,779

Disabled vessel other

672

664

Flat battery

447

412

Overdue vessel

405

5-10

372

Fuel

379

11-40

Grounded

269

Other/unspecified

698

Other emergency

226

Capsize

166

Medical emergency

104

Missing person

Propulsion (Sail)

Rescues

Flare sighting

Total

4,548

Vessel type involved in rescues Vessel type

Number of incidents

Open runabout

1,242

Cabin Cruiser

1,050

Sailing vessel

625

PWC (Jet ski)

173

Paddle Craft

Workboat

Houseboat

Other/unspecified

1,317

Total

4,548

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The total is greater than the 4,548 total number of rescues as some rescues involve multiple causes.

4,642

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Recorded activity when rescued 2022-23

Days boaters are rescued 2022-23

Fishing 24%

Sunday 28%

Cruising 21%

Monday 11%

Sailing 5%

Tuesday 8%

Kayaking/paddling 1%

Wednesday 9%

Commercial activity 1%

Thursday 8%

Crossing a bar 1%

Friday 9%

Water skiing 1%

Saturday 27%

Non-identified 36% Other 11%

Times rescue missions are launched 2022-23 500

400

300

200

100 0 23:00-23:59

22:00-22:59

21:00-21:59

20:00-20:59

19:00-19:59

18:00-18:59

17:00-17:59

16:00-16:59

15:00-15:59

14:00-14:59

13:00-13:59

12:00-12:59

11:00-11:59

10:00-10:59

09:00-09:59

08:00-08:59

07:00-07:59

06:00-06:59

05:00-05:59

04:00-04:59

03:00-03:59

02:00-02:59

01:00-01:59

00:00-00:59

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Marine Rescue Jervis Bay and MV Sycamore combine to rescue man A Shoalhaven fisherman has another tale to tell, not about a whopping catch but the day members saved his life after his tinny capsized off Callala Bay. Marine Rescue NSW was called at 8.30am on 9 March 2023 and rescue vessel Jervis Bay 20 was tasked and assisted by MV Sycamore which was out in the bay on a training exercise.

Pointing out the crack that caused Todd Alleyn’s tinny to capsize

Todd Alleyn’s boat started taking on water after a crack appeared in the hull. “I got out after launching at Callala. “I took my tinny out near the tubes and then realised I was taking on a bit of water,” Mr Alleyn said. The man said he knew he had to head straight back to the boat ramp at Callala Bay which was five-and-a-half kilometres from his position in Jervis Bay.

The stricken vessel in tow back to Callala Bay

“I bailed out my boat three times and each time more and more water was coming on and then on the fourth time way too much was coming onboard and I had to make the phone call to Marine Rescue,” Mr Alleyn said. The fisherman said before he knew it his boat capsized. “It was like one minute, pretty much hung up the phone, started to get my things together and then just felt the boat roll, it was no time whatsoever,” he said. Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Glenn Sullivan said the man had the presence of mind to hold his phone above the water and was able to use it to talk to the crew on JB 20. “He gave our crew his location in reference to MV Sycamore which enabled our volunteers to perform a swift recovery,” Mr Sullivan said. HMAS Creswell also tasked a Rigid Inflatable to the rescue area but JB 20 reached the fisherman after noticing the sun’s reflection coming from the overturned vessel’s hull. He was picked up by Jervis Bay Unit Commander Kevin Hill and volunteer Adam Breau.

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Todd Alleyn thanks Jervis Bay Unit Commander Kevin Hill

“He did everything right, he stayed with the vessel, he had his lifejacket on, he remained calm, it was a good outcome,” Mr Hill said. Mr Alleyn and his damaged vessel were taken back to the Callala Bay boat ramp. “Much appreciation to Marine Rescue NSW, without them I’d be still out there,” Mr Alleyn said.

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Fishermen rescued after vessel capsized at Yamba Two fishermen were rescued from the hull of their tinny after a wave overturned their vessel Marine Rescue NSW Inspector John Murray said Marine Rescue NSW was radioed around 5:30am on 7 February 2023 by another vessel who saw the men in trouble at Yamba bar. “Iluka Yamba 30 was activated to retrieve the two men from the passing vessel who managed to get them safely onboard,” Mr Murray said. The two men were taken back to Yamba Marina on IY 30 to a waiting NSW Ambulance before being transported to hospital. “It was dark and they probably didn’t see the wave coming,” Mr Murray said. The IY 30 crew returned to monitor the capsized vessel as it floated 100 metres off the south wall of Yamba bar. NSW Maritime was called to retrieve the stricken vessel with the assistance of IY 30.

The overturned vessel was located close to the Yamba Breakwater

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Two young men rescued after boat overturns off Moon Island Two fishermen aged in their 20s were taken to hospital after being plucked from the water by Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie volunteers. On the morning of 4 April 2023, the men's vessel exprienced engine trouble. As they were attempting to restart the vessel, they were hit by waves, which capsized the boat, leaving both men in the water.

“LM 30 was preparing to begin a search pattern when Matt saw two people in the water,” Mr Wright said.

Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie Unit Commander Jim Wright said the fishermen “luckily” made a call to triple zero before the boat overturned.

“One of them ended up being smashed on the rocks, he had trouble inflating his lifejacket but eventually got away from the rocks and into deeper water,” Mr Wright said.

Marine Area Command tasked Marine Rescue NSW to assist the fishermen.

RWC operator Matt Dorhauer put the injured man on the sled and transferred him to LM 30 where the crew immediately began first aid. The man was suffering from an abdominal injury and hyperthermia, and had lacerations to his arms and legs.

“Lake Macquarie 30 was activated with Skipper Warren Collins, Ian Guy, Rob Mackenzie and Ian Paver on board,” the Unit Commander said. “Thankfully one of our members, Matt Dorhauer who is a rated Rescue Water Craft (RWC) operator had come in to assist with a member assessment. “When the call went out he had all his RWC gear in his car so we were able to activate our RWC, Lake Macquarie 13” Mr Wright said. The Lake Macquarie Unit Commander was in the radio room alongside operators Richard Jennings, Gary Archer and Trevor Swann at the time of the call for assistance and was proud of the way the unit responded. “We didn’t know the exact location of the distressed vessel. “Matt checked out Pirrita Island on LM 13 and then proceeded to follow LM 30 to Moon Island.

Both fishermen were wearing lifejackets.

Mr Dorhauer then retrieved the other man on LM 13 before taking him safely to LM 30. “He had swallowed a bit of water,” Mr Wright said. The crew on board LM 30 continued to administer first aid and transported both men to the Swansea RSL wharf where they were met by NSW Ambulance Paramedics and taken to hospital. Mr Wright said the rescue was well executed. “I’m very proud of our members, everything came together well, there were no hiccups, it was great team work by the radio room, crew and RWC Operator. “The outcome was an awesome result,” he said. Mr Wright said conditions weren’t horrendous.

“LM 30 went out around Moon Island but didn’t see any people in the water or a boat.

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“There was a bit of swell up, a metre and a half, there was a bit of wind but it was choppy,” he said.

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Communications for the rescue mission were managed by volunteers at the Lake Macquarie Marine Rescue SARCC. Credit: NSW Department of Planning and Environment

LM 13 transports one of the rescued fishermen to LM 30

Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie RWC operator Matt Dorhauer saving lives on the water Annual Report 2022-2023

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From blue waters to brown In 2022-23, NSW was once again devastated by flood events with waters rising in the Hawkesbury region and in the state’s Central West. In July 2022, flooding on the Hawkesbury River left many residents in the Wisemans Ferry and lower MacDonald Valley areas stranded. Rescue vessels Broken Bay 20, Ulladulla 10, Central Coast 30T ‘Sealegs’ and Central Coast 13 were deployed to provide essential on-water support to the NSW State Emergency Service (SES).

These flood responses once again demonstrated the collaborative efforts among emergency response organisations. The unwavering dedication of Marine Rescue NSW members and vital support provided to the NSW SES significantly bolstered the state’s capacity to manage the impact of the devastating flood events. In December, the NSW Government announced a $200 million investment to implement recommendations from the Independent Flood Inquiry, of which Marine Rescue NSW received $3.7 million. This additional funding will support the development of multi-purpose vessels, vehicles and personal protective equipment (PPE) to expand the Service’s response capability.

Members were tasked with reconnaissance, resupply and evacuations, successfully relocating several adults and children to safety. Key roles in local Emergency Operations Centres were filled by Marine Rescue NSW members and staff providing further, behind the scenes, support to the NSW SES. In November 2022, torrential rain and rising waters wreaked havoc on communities in the NSW Central West, causing widespread damage to properties, infrastructure and agricultural lands.

Members of Marine Rescue Broken Bay prepare for deployment to the Wisemans Ferry area.

More than 100 Marine Rescue NSW members from across the state were deployed to the towns of Deniliquin, Bourke, Collarenebri, Moama, Barhan, Gunnedah and Walgett to provide crucial support to the NSW SES. Our skilled members navigated the dangerous floodwaters, to reach areas inaccessible by land. Essential supplies were transported, several hundred livestock were relocated to higher ground and stranded residents were taken to dry land. After 46 consecutive days, the most significant support operation in the Service’s history came to a close.

What ewe looking at? Rescued sheep help keep watch.

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Marine Rescue NSW volunteers undertook various responsibilities, including relocating prize sheep to higher ground.

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Furry friends safely returned to shore Our dedicated team of volunteers not only rescued people during 2022-23, they also came to the aid of much loved family pets. In fact, in just over 2 per cent of rescue missions there was a furry friend on board the distressed vessel, with a total 103 animals safely returned to shore.

Alby Mangels the cat monitored conditions on Nelson Bay

In October 2022, Broken Bay 21 rescued a family, and their dog, after their boat became stranded on Portuguese Beach in Pittwater. BB 21 was the ideal vessel for the mission with its drop down bow making it easy for the entire family and their four legged friend to get on board. The crew on board Point Danger 31 found a new fan in Sabre the German Shepherd in March 2023. Sabre’s master needed assistance when his four metre vessel succumbed to fuel issues and required a tow. Sabre kept a close eye on the tow from the rear deck of PD 31, barking approval at the rescue vessel’s skipper. The inquisitive pooch and master made a donation to the unit when they returned to shore.

One relieved family after being rescued from Portuguese Beach by BB 21

On the Hunter Central Coast, the crew on board LT 30 met a cat called Alby Mangels who oversaw a tow from Nelson Bay to Lemon Tree Passage. The skipper of the monohull required assistance after his vessel suffered engine trouble. Whilst most people have seen dogs swimming, cats can also swim and possess a natural instinct to do so. There's a variety of pet lifejackets on the market and boaters are encouraged to select one for their furry friend.

One of Marine Rescue NSW's furry fans

Sabre kept a close eye on the skipper of PD 31

Volunteers from Point Danger kept Sabre calm while the tow rope was being set

Inquisitive German Shepherd Sabre watches the distressed vessel being towed

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Accredited Marine Rescue Units Search & Rescue Coordination Centres (with vessels) Point Danger

PD31, 12.5m Naiad PD20, 7.5m Naiad

BA30, 10m Naiad BA20, 6.3m Cobia

Ballina

Iluka Yamba

Forster Tuncurry

Port Stephens

Lake Macquarie

LM30, 10m Naiad LM20, 7.5m Sailfish LM12, 3.4m Sea-doo LM13, 3.4m Sea-doo

BH30, 12.5m Naiad BH31, 8.0m Kevlacat BH32, 10.0m Naiad BH10 3.4m Sea-doo BH11, 3.4m Sea-doo

Shoalhaven

Ulladulla

Batemans Bay

FO30, 11.5m Steber FO20, 6.8m Ocean Cylinder

SA30, 11.5m Steber SA20, 7.5m Ocean Cylinder

IY30, 11.5m Steber IY20, 5.45m Ocean Cylinder

PS30, 10m Naiad PS31, 11.5m Steber

UL30, 11.5m Steber UL20, 7.5m Ocean Cylinder UL10, 4.2m Zodiac

BM30, 11.5m Steber BM20, 7.5m Ocean Cylinder BM21, 6.3m Naiad

Coffs Harbour

Port Macquarie

Botany Port Hacking

Port Kembla

Narooma

Eden

CO30, 9.5m Naiad

PM30, 11.5m Steber PM21, 6.8m Naiad PM11, 3.4m Sea-doo PM12, 3.4m Sea-doo

NA30, 10.0m Naiad NA20, 6.3m Naiad Open

PK31, 10m Naiad PK20, 6.8m Naiad

X30, 11.5m Naiad

Search and Rescue Coordination Centre (radio only)

Marine Rescue Radio Base (radio only)

Sydney

Cape Byron

Marine Rescue Radio Bases (with vessels) Brunswick

Evans Head

Wooli

Woolgoolga

Trial Bay

Lord Howe Island

Camden Haven

Crowdy Harrington

Central Coast

Lemon Tree Passage

Newcastle

Norah Head

Tuggerah Lakes

Hawkesbury

Jervis Bay

Kioloa

Sussex Inlet

Bermagui

Merimbula

BR30, 9.5m Naiad BR10, 3.8m Zodiac BR11, 3.5m Sea-doo BR12, 3.5m Sea-doo

LH40, 16.0m Austal

NC30, 10m Naiad

KL20, 6.3m Naiad

EH31, 10.5m Naiad

WI30, 9.5m Naiad

CH30, 10m Naiad CH10, 4.2 Zodiac

CB30, 9.5m Naiad CB20, 6.8m Naiad

NR20, 6.8m Ocean Cylinder

SI20, 7.5m Ocean Cylinder SI10, 3.4m Sea-doo SI11, 3.4m Sea-doo

TL20, 6.8m Naiad TL21, 6.3m Naiad

BG30, 11.5m Steber

WO30, 10.85m Ellis Jet

CC21, 7.5m Naiad CC22, 6.8m Ocean Cylinder CC10, 3.4m Sea-doo CC11, 3.4m Sea-doo CC13, 5m AB

HW30, 8.5m Sailfish HW22, 7.5m Ocean Cylinder

TB30, 10m Naiad TB11, 3.4m Sea-doo TB12, 3.4m Sea-doo

LT30, 8.5m Naiad

JB41, 14.0m Harwood JB20, 7.5m Ocean Cylinder

MB31, 11.3m Naiad MB20, 6.5m Naiad

Marine Rescue Units (vessel only) Nambucca

Broken Bay

Cottage Point

Middle Harbour

Port Jackson

Terrigal

Shellharbour

Tuross Moruya

Alpine Lakes

Moama

X12, 3.4m Sea-doo X13, 3.4m Sea-doo

X14, 3.4m Sea-doo

NH20, 6.8m Naiad NH10, 3.4m Sea-doo NH12, 3.4m Sea-doo

TG30, 10m Naiad TG30T 4.9m Sealegs TG10, 3.8m AB

BB30, 10.5m Naiad BB21, 7.8m Naiad

SH30, 10.0m Naiad

CP30, 11.2m Sailfish CP31, 10.35m Sailfish

TU21, 7.5m Ocean Cylinder TU10, 3.4m Sea-doo TU12, 4.8m Naiad TU13, 3.4m Sea-doo

MH30, 11.5m Steber MH20, 6.8m Naiad

AL21, 6.8m Ocean Cylinder

PJ31, 10.5m Naiad PJ20, 7.5m Naiad

MO20, 6.8m Ocean Cylinder MO10, 4.6m Ocean Cylinder

State Headquarters HQ

X20, 6.25m Cobia

X21, 5.45m Ocean Cylinder X22, 5.95m Ocean Cylinder

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X23, 6.4m Naiad X10, 3.4m Sea-doo

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REGIONS

Regions Northern Rivers Emergencies Other rescues Total Boaters rescued Local Log Ons Offshore Log Ons App Log Ons Total Log Ons

207 164 371 815 8,701 640 6,265 15,606

Mid North Coast

Hunter/Central Coast Emergencies Other rescues Total Boaters rescued Local Log Ons Offshore Log Ons App Log Ons Total Log Ons

198 150 348 718 8,482 947 4,957 14,386

Emergencies Other rescues Total Boaters rescued Local Log Ons Offshore Log Ons App Log Ons Total Log Ons

297 1,097 1,395 2,896 6,334 1,259 5,107 12,700

Greater Sydney Emergencies Other rescues Total Boaters rescued Local Log Ons Offshore Log Ons App Log Ons Total Log Ons

Illawarra Emergencies Other rescues Total Boaters rescued Local Log Ons Offshore Log Ons App Log Ons Total Log Ons

236 236 472 963 6,744 296 3,747 10,787

Monaro

Notes: Rescues - An additional eight rescues were completed by State Headquarters or Marine Area Command, with seven boaters returned to shore Log Ons - An additional 471 Log Ons were completed by State Headquarters and Seaway Tower.

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Emergencies Other rescues Total Boaters rescued Local Log Ons Offshore Log Ons App Log Ons Total Log Ons

178 77 255 518 6,778 402 3,343 10,523

254 1,445 1,699 4,116 3,257 1,654 4,763 9,674

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Regional rescue workload 2022-23 Northern Rivers - 8%

Greater Sydney - 37.5%

Mid North Coast - 7.5%

Illawarra - 10.5%

Hunter/Central Coast - 31%

Monaro - 5.5%

Operations in each region 2022-23 Emergencies

1,500

Other rescues

1,200 900 600 300 0 Northern Rivers

Mid North Coast

Hunter/ Central Coast

Greater Sydney

Illawarra

Monaro

Log Ons by region 2022-23 20,000

Local Log Ons

App Log Ons

Offshore Log Ons

Total Log Ons

15,000

10,000

5,000

0 Northern Rivers

Mid North Coast

Hunter/ Central Coast

Greater Sydney

Illawarra

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Northern Rivers Units: Point Danger, Brunswick, Cape Byron, Ballina, Evans Head, Iluka Yamba and Wooli. Rescues: 371 rescues, including 207 emergency responses and 164 other rescues, representing 8 per cent of all rescues for the year, with 815 people rescued.

Highlights: ● Rescue vessel Evans Head 31 commissioned and named the “Heather Stacey” ● Temporary relocation of Marine Rescue Point Danger due to redevelopment of Captain Cook Memorial Lighthouse. The project, due for completion in November 2023, includes brand new facilities for the unit

Multiple Marine Rescue NSW assets prepare for the Ballina SAREX

● Marine Rescue NSW vessels from Brunswick, Ballina and Point Danger assisted in a multi-agency search over several days for a man reported missing while swimming at Byron Bay's Main Beach ● Marine Rescue Iluka Yamba rescued two fishermen after a wave overturned their vessel just before sunrise at Yamba ● Marine Rescue Ballina hosted a multi-agency Search and Rescue Exercise

Ballina Search and Rescue Exercise participant briefing

● Members from Marine Rescue Point Danger, Brunswick, Ballina and Evans Head participated in NSW SES Exercise ‘Pelican’. The multi-agency exercise involved 100 participants from five emergency service organisations and mimicked a major flood upscaling event at Lismore ● Marine Rescue Point Danger and Marine Rescue Brunswick joined forces for RWC training ● Marine Rescue NSW members trained Volunteer Marine Rescue members from the Torres Strait at Yamba

BR 30 keeping an eye on competitors during the Mullum2Bruns Paddle

● Safety support for Byron Bay Swim Classic provided by Marine Rescue Brunswick ● Marine Rescue Brunswick and Nambucca provided support to the Mullum2Bruns Paddle ● Marine Rescue Brunswick and Point Danger participated in the Tweed Emergency Services Expo

Marine Rescue NSW members training Volunteer Marine Rescue members from the Torres Strait 28

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Commissioning of Evans Head 31 'Heather Stacey' with then Minister for Emergency Services Steph Cooke

Multiple units were involved in a search for a missing swimmer off Byron Bay

Unit

Note: One rescue may involve multiple units. Total Involved Rescues will be higher than total Initiated Rescues.

Initiated Rescues

Involved Rescues

Point Danger

158

167

Brunswick

Cape Byron

Ballina

Evans Head

Iluka Yamba

Wooli

Unit Commander

Deputy Unit Commander

Appointed for all or part of 2022-23

Number Of Members As at 30 June 2023

Point Danger

Keith Smith

Terry Gunton

163

Brunswick

Jonathan Wilcock

Phillip Bailey

Cape Byron

Rob Asquith

Clare Hamilton

Ballina

Geoff Shepherd Ken Delany

Ken Delany Sharon Clark

Evans Head

Greg Blackburn

Bill Bates Jim Robers

Iluka Yamba

Peter Richards John Bosward

Ken Brandi

Wooli

Matthew McLennan

Richard Taffs ESM

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REGIONS

Mid North Coast Units: Wooloolga, Coffs Harbour, Nambucca, Trial Bay, Port Macquarie, Camden Haven, Crowdy Harrington, Forster Tuncurry and Lord Howe Island. Rescues: 348 rescues, including 198 emergency responses and 150 other rescues, representing 7.5 per cent of all rescues for the year, with 718 people rescued.

Highlights: ● Marine Rescue Woolgoolga farewelled Woolgoolga 30 in preparation for the arrival of a new replacement vessel ● Marine Rescue Nambucca assisted a broken down Jet Ski that was marooned well out to sea off Nambucca Heads near a fish aggregating device ● Marine Rescue Forster Tuncurry helped an open runabout with four adults and four children back to shore after they were stranded on Wallis Island ● Marine Rescue Port Macquarie assisted a 27ft sailboat taking on water, after a five hour journey, the vessel was safely returned to Port Macquarie Marina

Forster 30 assists 15m sloop off Seal Rocks

● On-water support for Kalang River Classic was provided by Marine Rescue Nambucca, the unit also supported riders in the Blue Bottle Charity Jet Ski event ● Marine Rescue Coffs Harbour participated in the Emergency Services Expo at Coffs Harbour

● Rescue vessel Forster 30 assisted a 15m sloop with engine failure off Seal Rocks and towed the vessel to Cape Hawke Harbour

● Marine Rescue Port Macquarie provided support for Ironman event

● Multi-agency major Search and Rescue Exercise held at Marine Rescue Port Macquarie

● Support for South West Rocks Running Festival provided by Marine Rescue Trial Bay

● Mini Search and Rescue Exercises hosted by Marine Rescue Crowdy Harrington and Marine Rescue Coffs Harbour

● Marine Rescue Nambucca provided support to participants in the Mullum2Bruns Paddle, alongside Marine Rescue Brunswick

● Marine Rescue Port Macquarie took part in Whale Disentanglement training with NSW National Parks and Wildlife

Marine Rescue Port Macquarie undertook whale disentanglement training with National Parks and Wildlife Service 30

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Marine Rescue Crowdy Harrington played host to neighbouring units for a mini SAREX

REGIONS

Woolgoolga 30 was farewelled in preparation for the arrival of a new replacement vessel

Marine Rescue Nambucca assisted a broken down jet ski that was marooned well out to sea

Unit

Note: One rescue may involve multiple units. Total Involved Rescues will be higher than total Initiated Rescues.

Initiated Rescues

Involved Rescues

Woolgoolga

Coffs Harbour

Nambucca

Trial Bay

Port Macquarie

101

Camden Haven

Crowdy Harrington

Forster Tuncurry

Lord Howe Island

Unit Commander

Deputy Unit Commander

Appointed for all or part of 2022-23

Number Of Members As at 30 June 2023

Woolgoolga

Mitch Harvey

Brian Taylor

Coffs Harbour

Jane Leach

Alan Newman Paul McLeod Carolyn Elmes

Nambucca

Gary Nichols

Colin Cracknell

Trial Bay

Ian Turner

Loraine Rider

Port Macquarie

Greg Davies

Graham Gibbs Ian Brougham Alison Cameron-Brown

228

Camden Haven

Peter Cameron

Neville Adams

Crowdy Harrington

Peter Barber

Wayne Seach Aub Polden

Forster Tuncurry

David Gibson Geoffrey Anderson

Fran Breen Dennis Travers

101

Lord Howe Island

Jim McFadyen

Keith Galloway Craig Wilson

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Hunter/Central Coast Units: Port Stephens, Lemon Tree Passage, Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Norah Head, Tuggerah Lakes, Central Coast and Terrigal. Rescues: 1,395 rescues, including 297 emergency responses and 1,097 other rescues, representing 31 per cent of all rescues for the year, with 2,896 people rescued.

Highlights: ● Marine Rescue Tuggerah Lakes took delivery of a new 6.3m walk-through Naiad Tuggerah Lakes 21

Volunteers from Marine Rescue Tuggerah Lakes underwent induction and training on TL 21 at Port Hacking

● New vessel for Marine Rescue Port Stephens, Port Stephens 30, underwent sea trials and was delivered in late June 2023 ● Construction commenced on Marine Rescue Newcastle base, with completion in July 2023 ● New sealed road completed to provide safe access to Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie Search and Rescue Coordination Centre at Swansea Heads

TL 20 rescued a kayaker on Budgewoi Lake

● Members from Marine Rescue Lemon Tree Passage and Marine Rescue Port Stephens responded to a MAYDAY call and completed a mass rescue after a Dragon Boat overturned leaving 18 people in the water ● Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie rescued six people from the water when their outrigger overturned after being swamped by a wave while crossing Swansea Bar ● Rescue vessel Tuggerah Lakes 20 saved a female paddler who was left stranded in the water for half an hour after her kayak capsized ● Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie unit attended a report of a scuba diver who had experienced a medical episode off Pirrita Island. Despite the efforts of Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie volunteers and other emergency services personnel, the diver could not be saved

● Members from Marine Rescue Newcastle and Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie assisted the National Parks and Wildlife Service to successfully free an entangled whale off Norah Head

● Two fisherman aged in their 20s were taken to hospital after being plucked from the water near Moon Island by members of Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie

● Five Marine Rescue NSW vessels joined Marine Area Command vessels and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter in a multi-day search for a boater missing offshore between Port Stephens and Norah Head

● Port Stephens Water Police, Marine Rescue Lemon Tree Passage and Marine Rescue Port Stephens rescue vessels conducted a search off Stockton Beach

● Marine Rescue Port Stephens boat crew participated in a collaborative training exercise with the search and rescue helicopter from the Williamtown RAAF base

● Rescue vessel Port Stephens 30 assisted a distressed vessel out at the Big Gibber, 19 nautical miles NE of Nelson Bay

Marine Rescue Port Stephens' new vessel PS 30

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Marine Rescue Lemon Tree Passage and Port Stephens saved 18 paddlers after their dragon boat capsized

Five Marine Rescue NSW vessels were involved in multi-agency search off the Hunter coast

Unit

Note: One rescue may involve multiple units. Total Involved Rescues will be higher than total Initiated Rescues.

Initiated Rescues

Involved Rescues

Port Stephens

283

301

Lemon Tree Passage

Newcastle

Lake Macquarie

646

650

Norah Head

Tuggerah Lakes

Central Coast

254

266

Terrigal

Unit Commander

Deputy Unit Commander

Appointed for all or part of 2022-23

Number Of Members As at 30 June 2023

Port Stephens

Ben Van Der Wijngaart

Colin Couper

169

Lemon Tree Passage

David Aselford

Stephen Vautier

Newcastle

Ron Calman ESM

Lyn Van Homrigh

Lake Macquarie

Jim Wright ESM

Kelly McNeil

159

Norah Head

Julie Rostron

Rodger Bruce

Tuggerah Lakes

Bob Sutton

Peter McCann Richard Tyszkiewicz Richard Bailey

Central Coast

Ian Morrow ESM

Andrew McKellar

124

Terrigal

Shaun Smith

Darren Wright

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REGIONS

Greater Sydney Units: Hawkesbury, Cottage Point, Broken Bay, Sydney, Port Jackson, Middle Harbour and Botany Port Hacking. Rescues: 1,699 rescues, including 254 emergency responses and 1,445 other rescues, representing 37.5 per cent of all rescues for the year, with 4,116 people rescued. Highlights: ● Commissioning of Marine Rescue Hawkesbury’s new vessel Hawkesbury 30

Marine Rescue NSW members ready for the Sydney to Hobart briefing

● Commissioning of Marine Rescue Broken Bay's new vessel Broken Bay 21 ● Opening of new Marine Rescue Broken Bay base on the shores of Pittwater ● Rescue vessel Port Jackson 31 honorifically named “Paul Ballard” ● Rescue vessels Middle Harbour 30 and Port Jackson 31 were involved in a multi-agency search for a missing 18-year-old male swimmer off Freshwater Beach on the Northern Beaches ● Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking rescued six interstate outrigger paddlers near Cronulla

Commissioning of Hawkesbury 30 with then Minister for Emergency Services Steph Cooke

● Port Jackson 31 first on-scene to Sydney Harbour medical episode (fatality) at Nielson Park ● Marine Rescue NSW vessels Botany Hacking 30 and Port Jackson 31 joined a multi-agency search on waters off Botany Bay for a missing man ● State Communications Centre members played an instrumental role in assisting Marine Area Command with successfully locating two female yachties on the hull of an overturned vessel which capsized off Wollongong. Port Kembla 31 also assisted the two persons located in the water ● All Greater Sydney units took part in a Search and Rescue Exercise held at the Royal Motor Yacht Club Broken Bay ● Volunteers from Marine Rescue Hawkesbury and Marine Rescue Cottage Point took part in a joint Search and Rescue training exercise with multiple NSW Rural Fire Service brigades around Milson Island on the Hawkesbury River

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Six interstate paddlers rescued by Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking

Joint training exercise on the Hawkesbury with NSW Rural Fire Service Brigades

● Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking participated in joint in-water training exercises with members of the NSW Ambulance Special Operations Team ● Members from the Hawkesbury, Cottage Point and Broken Bay units took part in a successful pilot Rescue Water Craft expanded training program which included rating RWC Operators and sharing the Central Coast’s RWC duty roster over the 2022-23 Summer Boating Season ● 10 volunteer crews provided essential on-water support for the Sydney to Hobart yacht race, enforcing the exclusion zone and responding to emergencies on the water

REGIONS

Marine Rescue Port Jackson search for a person missing off Maroubra

Unit

Note: One rescue may involve multiple units. Total Involved Rescues will be higher than total Initiated Rescues.

On board PJ 31 during multi-agency search for a missing man

Initiated Rescues

Involved Rescues

Hawkesbury

109

119

Cottage Point

Broken Bay

154

159

Sydney (State Communications Centre)

534

1,327

Port Jackson

254

260

Middle Harbour

197

Botany Port Hacking

359

363

Unit Commander

Deputy Unit Commander

Appointed for all or part of 2022-23

Number Of Members As at 30 June 2023

Hawkesbury

Peter Moore

Ian Harding

Cottage Point

Anthony Gordon Bernard Utteridge

Elizabeth Watts Stuart Manley

Broken Bay

Jimmy Arteaga

Andrew Majewski

Sydney (State Communications Centre)

Matthew King

Sandy Howard

133

Port Jackson

Greg Urand

John Boyle

129

Middle Harbour

Peter Steigrad

Ben Crowther

Botany Port Hacking

Greg Inglis

John Lembke Mark Cooper

140

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Illawarra Units: Port Kembla, Shellharbour, Shoalhaven, Jervis Bay, Sussex Inlet, Ulladulla and Kioloa. Rescues: 472 rescues, including 236 emergency responses and 236 other rescues, representing 10.5 per cent of all rescues for the year, with 963 people rescued.

Highlights: ● Commissioning of rescue vessel Jervis Bay 41 ● Marine Rescue Kioloa volunteers conducted an early morning search of the coastline near their base for a missing person ● Marine Rescue Sussex Inlet played a key role in a multi-agency response to a medical emergency at Whiting Beach. Sussex Inlet 20 and Rescue Water Craft Sussex Inlet 10 and Sussex Inlet 11 were deployed and on the scene swiftly ● Sussex Inlet 10 and Sussex Inlet 11 responded to a drowning at Steamers Beach. The RWC crews performed CPR on the gentleman until the Toll Helicopter landed and took over. Jervis Bay 41 also responded and acted as a communications relay to the Zone Duty Operations Manager ● Shoalhaven 30, Jervis Bay 20, Water Police 23, RAN, Maritime, a whale watching vessel and two helicopters responded to a stand-up paddleboarding incident at Jervis Bay. Despite the efforts of the multiagency response a woman was found deceased

● Marine Rescue Sussex Inlet rescued a solo yachtsman who capsized on St Georges Basin and then became seriously ill with hypothermia. The man was transported by Sussex Inlet 20 to waiting paramedics at Neilsons Boat Ramp ● Marine Rescue Port Kembla and Marine Rescue Shellharbour searched for several days for a rock fisherman swept off rocks near Blowhole Point at Kiama ● Marine Rescue Jervis Bay rescued a fisherman near Callala Bay whose vessel capsized because of a crack in the hull ● In atrocious conditions, Marine Rescue Shoalhaven undertook a night rescue and retrieved a 70-year-old man after his vessel began taking on water ● Marine Rescue Port Kembla and Marine Rescue Shellharbour participated in a mini Search and Rescue Exercise with Marine Area Command, Surf Life Saving NSW and Westpac Rescue Helicopter ● In April, Marine Rescue NSW Radio Operators and Skippers from the Illawarra region took part in Professional Development sessions at Port Kembla, Shoalhaven and Ulladulla ● Marine Rescue Sussex Inlet hosted the ‘Empowering Women's Forum’ which was well attended by women from local communities

● Marine Rescue Ulladulla and Marine Rescue Kioloa deployed to search waters off Kioloa Beach and Shelly Beach following reports of a flare sighting ● Marine Rescue Ulladulla aided an ocean kayaker in trouble off Warden Head who was grateful for their assistance ● In 4 metre seas and 30 knot winds, Marine Rescue Ulladulla rescued a young couple off Bawley Point whose 3.9m punt had broken down

Marine Rescue Shoalhaven saved an elderly man during a challenging night rescue

● Marine Rescue Port Kembla and Shellharbour assisted NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service to free an entangled whale near Five Islands ● Marine Rescue Port Kembla assisted in search for two stand-up paddleboarders after they were caught in strong winds and blown out to sea SI 10 and SI 11 involved in multi-agency response to a medical emergency at Whiting Beach 36

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REGIONS

Commissioning of Jervis Bay 41

Multi-agency Search and Rescue Exercise at Port Kembla

Unit

Note: One rescue may involve multiple units. Total Involved Rescues will be higher than total Initiated Rescues.

Initiated Rescues

Involved Rescues

Port Kembla

152

176

Shellharbour

Shoalhaven

Jervis Bay

115

124

Sussex Inlet

Ulladulla

Kioloa

Unit Commander

Deputy Unit Commander

Appointed for all or part of 2022-23

Number Of Members As at 30 June 2023

Port Kembla

Kevin Bradley

Thomas Watson

Shellharbour

Richard O’Connor

Peter May

Shoalhaven

Bruce Mitchell ESM Martin Kaye

Martin Kaye Lynne Hocking

102

Jervis Bay

Kevin Hill

Steve Hutchison

Sussex Inlet

Karen Lowry

Tony Pollard

Ulladulla

John Samulski

Barry Clapson

Kioloa

Peter White

Leonard Gallina

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REGIONS

Monaro Units: Batemans Bay, Tuross Moruya, Narooma, Bermagui, Merimbula, Eden, Alpine Lakes, Moama. Rescues: 255 rescues, including 178 emergency responses and 77 other rescues, representing 5.5 per cent of all rescues for the year, with 518 people rescued. Highlights: ● New rescue vessel Merimbula 31 arrives at its new home at Marine Rescue Merimbula on the South Coast ● Bendigo Bank grant helps complete Marine Rescue Eden Training Facility at Snug Cove which was officially opened in March 2023

The skipper rescued by BM 30 happy to be back safely on shore

● Radio Operators at Marine Rescue Eden assisted a vessel with two people on board, 50kms due east of Green Cape after the skipper suffered a medical episode ● Marine Rescue Merimbula members on board Merimbula 30 completed a three-and-a-half-hour mission after a marlin slammed into the engine of a private vessel more 32 kilometres off Tura Head ● Marine Rescue Bermagui and Marine Rescue Merimbula responded to a multi-agency rescue of four people who activated an EPIRB after their boat overturned, the people were winched to safety by rescue helicopters ● After reports of a fire on board, Marine Rescue Batemans Bay and Tuross Moruya deployed to a 40foot yacht 17 nautical miles southeast of Batemans Bay ● Marine Rescue Batemans Bay tasked for a medical evacuation of a worker on a cruise ship ● A disorientated fisherman unable to identify his location was safely guided back to shore by Marine Rescue Tuross Moruya ● Marine Rescue NSW crews from Tuross Moruya and Batemans Bay activated to a seaplane accident on Coila Lake ● Marine Rescue Narooma came to the aid of three adults and two children whose vessel was approaching rocks after losing power

Marine Rescue Tuross Moruya volunteers during the Luminous Festival

● A quick response by a Marine Rescue Narooma Radio Operator resulted in a swift rescue of boaters on board a 14 foot Hobie Cat crossing the bar in strong winds with no motor ● Marine Rescue Merimbula and Marine Rescue Eden involved in a multi-agency search for a missing spearfisherman off Lennards Island. The spearfisherman was found safe after spending the night seeking refuge on rocks ● Marine Rescue Merimbula conducted a successful rescue to assist a person in Top Lake after they fell overboard trying to untangle a line around their propeller ● Marine Rescue Eden responded to a MAYDAY call after a vessel overturned in rough conditions throwing one person into the water and trapping another under in the hull. Both boaters were rescued and received medical treatment ● Marine Rescue Moama provided essential on-water support for the Southern 80 ● Marine Rescue Tuross Moruya provided water safety for Luminous on the Moruya River

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Marine Rescue Bermagui unit were involved in 28 rescues during the year

Boaters on board a Hobie Cat successfully rescued by Marine Rescue Narooma

Unit

Note: One rescue may involve multiple units. Total Involved Rescues will be higher than total Initiated Rescues.

Initiated Rescues

Involved Rescues

Batemans Bay

117

126

Tuross Moruya

Narooma

Bermagui

Merimbula

Eden

Alpine Lakes

Moama

Unit Commander

Deputy Unit Commander

Appointed for all or part of 2022-23

Number Of Members As at 30 June 2023

Batemans Bay

Rodney Ingamells

David Murn

Tuross Moruya

Alan Blessington Blaise Madden

Harley Moss Ian Pulambo Darren Nicholls

Narooma

John Lundy

Scott Bowden

Bermagui

Caron Parfitt ESM

Stephen Knight

Merimbula

William Blakeman ESM

Sonia Teston

Eden

Nancy Weatherman Greg Madden

Sue Williamson Gary Thornton

Alpine Lakes

Cain Hopwood

David Farmer

Moama

Luke Sharrock

Anthony Clarke Dean Currey

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Powered by our people Our strength lies in our dedicated and selfless team of volunteers. Marine Rescue NSW is powered by an exceptional group of volunteers who dedicate their time, skills and passion to ensure the safety and wellbeing of boaters on the waterways of NSW waterways.

Our workforce profile

This year the Service recorded a 3.3 per cent increase in volunteer workforce, ending the year with 3,344 members. The length of service varies, around one in five volunteers have been part of the Service for less than a year, bringing fresh ideas and perspectives to the team. The steadfast commitment of the 19.1 per cent of volunteers who have been serving for over a decade exemplifies the strong sense of commitment and purpose that underpins Marine Rescue NSW. The average age remains steady at 61 years, with a median of 65 years and 79.3 percent. of members aged 51 and over. These volunteers bring vast experience to their roles, which combined with the viewpoints and energy of younger members, ensures the organisation benefits from a dynamic mix of skills and insights.

Community recognition

Winner of the 2022 Shoalhaven Emergency Services Community Awards Volunteer Officer of the Year, Karen Lowry, went on to win the Marine Rescue NSW Officer of the Year in a Volunteer Capacity at the 2022 Rotary Emergency Services Community Awards (RESCA). The three other finalists were David Mills, Marine Rescue Port Jackson, Grant Morehouse, Marine Rescue Port Jackson and Bernard Ryan, Marine Rescue Merimbula. Anderson Cameron-Brown, Marine Rescue Port Macquarie was named runner up in the RESCA Young Volunteer of the Year category. Three volunteers were nominated for the 2023 Shoalhaven Emergency Services Community Awards; Peter White, Marine Rescue Kioloa, Chuck L/Heureux, Marine Rescue Ulladulla and Leona Curran, Marine Rescue Jervis Bay. At a ceremony on 7 June 2023, Leona Curran was announced as the Marine Rescue NSW Officer of the Year.

The proportion of female members remained consistent at 25.6 per cent, a figure that is higher than most other emergency services. Within the Service’s 38 staff, 34.2 per cent of employees are female, up from 29.4 per cent last year. Marine Rescue Port Jackson formed the Service’s first regular all-female crew comprising volunteers Julie Barkworth, Sophie Baker and Nicole Bowden while a group of incredible women at Marine Rescue Jervis Bay assembled to operate the unit’s lead vessel for the first time.

Marine Rescue Ulladulla Coxswain Jan Borgelt and Unit Commander John Samulski

Marine Rescue Port Macquarie's Alison Cameron-Brown with son Anderson

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At the Volunteering Central Coast Annual Awards, Marine Rescue Tuggerah Lakes were named the 2022 Central Coast Volunteer Team of the Year. Marine Rescue Port Macquarie were awarded Volunteer Team of the Year for the Mid North Coast in the NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards.

Medals and awards Four volunteers were awarded the Emergency Services Medal the King’s Birthday Honours List. were recognised for their professionalism, commitment, leadership and skill. Raymond Jones, Marine Rescue Shoalhaven, Ian Morrow, Marine Rescue Central Coast, Jacquelyn Taffs, Marine Rescue Wooli and Robert Wilson, Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking. The National Emergency Medal was awarded to 48 members and staff in recognition of their significant service during the 2019-20 bushfire emergency. A total of 399 service medals were presented to members during the reporting period. These included 305 Marine Rescue NSW Long Service Medals and 46 National Medals and clasps.

substantive role reshaped to create the position of Learning Support Officer, to which Allie Downie was appointed. The Capability Manager role was filled by Dave Bowing. Recruitment for the new position of Manager, Marketing and Supporter Engagement was completed with Esther Stewart appointed to the role in July 2022. Media Manager Phil Campbell retired in January 2023, a competitive recruitment process was undertaken with Travis Winks the successful applicant. A new position of Fleet Logistics Officer was formed to manage the roll out and servicing of the new member PFDs (lifejackets). Laura Grogan commenced in the role in January 2023. John Kelly joined the organisation as Senior Manager Property , Andrew Harding was appointed Fleet Admin Officer and Angela Bowler commenced as Receptionist/ Administration Assistant. Two new Zone Training Managers were appointed in 2022-23, Mitch Harvey in Zone North and Steve Allan in Zone South.

Volunteer support Fortem Australia continued to deliver wellbeing and mental fitness support to our members. Additional support is available via the National Emergency Worker Supporter Service launched by the Black Dog Institute. The service provides members with up to 12 free sessions with Black Dog Institute clinicians with no referral, Medicare or GP information required. With the support of the NSW Rural Fire Service, Marine Rescue NSW continues to provide critical incident support service to members.

Staff changes In January Commissioner Stacey Tannos ESM announced his retirement, effective 1 July 2023. Following a competitive recruitment process, Deputy Commissioner Operations and Capability Alex Barrell was appointed as Commissioner and commenced in the role on 3 April 2023.

Radio Operator keeps watch at Trial Bay

Zone Commander Central Darren Schott subsequently applied for the position of Deputy Commissioner Operations and Capability and emerged as the strongest candidate, ultimately securing his appointment to the role. Following the retirement of General Manager, Training and Capability, Chris Butler, the roles within the Training and Capability team were adjusted to better reflect and service the organisation’s needs. Brad Whittaker was appointed as General Manager, Training and Capability with Brad’s 42

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Less than 1 year (19.9%)

Age profile of our volunteer workforce

Volunteer workforce tenure

One year (13%) 2 years (11.8%) 3 years (8%)

Up to 20 years (1.1%)

4 years (6.4%) 21 - 30 years (3.7%)

5 years (5.4%) 31 - 40 years (6.2%)

6 years (4.7%) 41 - 50 years (9.6%)

7 years (3.4%) 51 - 60 years (16.2%)

8 years (3.3%) 61 - 70 years (34.4%)

9 years (2.4%) 71 - 80 years (23.6%)

10 years (2.8%) 81 years and above (5%)

More than 10 years (19.1%)

Workforce characteristics

Recognition

Volunteers

Marine Rescue NSW Long Service Medals

Male

2,489 (74.4%)

5 years

177

Female

855 (25.6%)

10 years

20 years

2,555

30 years

Provisional

659

40 years

Other

130

Total

Membership category Regular

Total volunteers

3,344

Radio Club members

14,642 Staff

305 National Medal

15 year medal

25 year 1st clasp

Zone based staff

35 year 2nd clasp

State Headquarters based staff

Total

Total staff

National Emergency Medal 2019-20 Bushfires

Total

Total medals

399

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Awards and recognition Commissioner’s Commendations and Citations Marine Rescue Alpine Lakes Phillip Brown and Cain Hopwood. Two members of Marine Rescue Alpine Lakes were recognised for their selfless commitment to saving lives on the water. In March 2021, Marine Rescue Alpine Lakes were tasked to assist with flood relief and evacuations during the flood emergency on the Colo River. Crew Member Phillip Brown and Unit Commander Cain Hopwood were on board rescue vessel Alpine Lakes 21 when it capsized after encountering a low telecommunications cable in fast flowing water. Phillip Brown was awarded with a Commissioner’s Commendation for Courage in recognition of his brave act of rescuing a woman and her two young children who had been caught under the hull of the vessel. Cain Hopwood was presented with a Commissioner’s Citation in recognition of his meritorious service. Despite being thrown into the water as the vessel rolled, Cain did all he could in difficult circumstances to ensure all people on board were recovered and safely evacuated.

Marine Rescue Port Stephens Anthony Batchler, Brian Bibbing, Ian Blackadder, Matt Darby, Ross Debenham, Michael Duggan, Neil Fraser, Jennifer Frost, Jennifer Fryer, Ian Jack, Lisa Lodding, Henry McNamara, Peter Merlino, Laurie Nolan, Murray Odea, Tony ODonnell, Barney Pinney, Richard Pizzuto, Lee Ryman, Robert Stewart, Frank Van Druten, Gary Williams and Peter Young. Commissioner’s Citations were awarded to Marine Rescue Port Stephens members in recognition of their meritorious efforts in five separate rescue operations that took place during past seasons and were conducted in challenging sea conditions: ● Crews searched for survivors and recovered a body after a catamaran capsized some 14NM east of Newcastle. ● In rough seas, members responded to a helicopter crash at Birubi Beach. ● A 16 metre 30 tonne ketch with three people on board was saved from running onto rocks at Providence Bay at Broughton Island. ● Four men were saved after their 4.5 metre workboat capsized in treacherous waters. The men were found clinging to the upturned vessel. ● The Watch Officer kept a semi-conscious and injured skipper on the line during a MAYDAY call. His vessel was rapidly sinking after colliding with rocks at Shark Island. A major air and sea rescue operation saw the man saved. Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie Zoe Wright, James Wright ESM and Anna Price. Three members of Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie were awarded Commissioner's Citations in recognition of meritorious service and contribution to a rescue operation off Pirrata Island. In response to reports of divers in trouble Lake Macquarie 20 went to the scene, locating one distressed diver in the water and commencing a search for the second missing diver, who was found unresponsive. The diver was placed on the vessel deck, where a crew member commenced CPR, with assistance from a member of the public, while the boat was underway to meet paramedics. Despite the best efforts of all involved, the diver was unable to be saved.

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The operation demonstrated the professionalism and flawless teamwork of the Lake Macquarie 20 crew members and communications officer.

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Emergency Service Medals

Robert Wilson Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking

Four Marine Rescue NSW members were recognised on the 2023 King’s Birthday Honours list. Ian Morrow Marine Rescue Central Coast

Robert Wilson has served the community of NSW with distinction as a Marine Rescue NSW volunteer for more than 15 years. He has served in a variety of roles at the Botany Port Hacking unit including Vessel Crew, Deputy Unit Commander, Treasurer and Public Engagement and Fundraising Officer.

Ian Morrow and Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, Governor of New South Wales

Ian Morrow joined the then Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol in 2007 serving over 15 years in a volunteer capacity and at the time of the formation of Marine Rescue NSW in July 2009 was a qualified and highly experienced Coxswain and Watch Officer. Ian has become one of the region’s leading trainer/ assessor and educators for Marine Rescue NSW members on water and in radio operations. In addition to his training and education roles, he has been involved in a large number of rescues and assists over the years. His confidence, knowledge, and ability as a Coxswain to undertake all manner of assists and rescues using his vast experience and common sense is exemplary.

In a broader organisational contribution, in 2010 he was elected as a Director of the Board of Marine Rescue NSW for the Greater Sydney Region and served for four years until 2014. From 2011 until 2015 he was Company Secretary of Marine Rescue NSW. For the past five years he has served as a General Director after being elected in 2018. In addition to his leadership attributes, Robert has recorded hundreds of hours of sea time encompassing search and rescue operations within enclosed waters and offshore and is widely respected for his skill and professionalism. He has contributed greatly to the safety of the NSW boating community, serving with distinction, dedication and commitment to the highest standards of service and saving lives on the water. Jacquelyn Taffs Marine Rescue Wooli

Ian’s contribution to Marine Rescue NSW in numerous roles, operational courage and willingness to share his extensive knowledge and experience to build the safety and professionalism of his fellow volunteers is driven by an abiding and selfless commitment to service.

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Jacquelyn Taffs is a dedicated and selfless member of Marine Rescue Wooli who has serviced the community of NSW with distinction for more than 20 years. Her lengthy and varied experience sees her act as a valued mentor and advocate for her volunteer colleagues where she is recognised as a champion for the female members of Marine Rescue NSW, providing leadership and support to encourage the development and ambitions of the women around her. Jacquelyn consistently displays commitment to volunteer education and professional development investing significant time and effort to deliver training courses for Radio Operators and Watch Officers from seven units in the Northern Rivers region to ensure they have the necessary skills and knowledge for their roles. She has played a pivotal role in the unit’s operations to save lives on the water, including many Wooli bar rollovers and responded to numerous life-threatening emergencies, such as a man overboard from the vessel Del Segno, off North Solitary Island at night in 2011, in which one life was lost and another saved, the loss of the sailboat Pelgram II a MAYDAY operation in 2014 and the rescue of the sailing vessel Bullwinkle that smashed on to rocks in 2015.

In 2022, Raymond rescued two paddle boarders and a dog that had been swept out to sea across the Crookhaven bar. In 2019 in his Watch Officer role, Raymond was overseeing the night shift in the Radio Room when a yacht requested assistance for a medical emergency off Jervis Bay. He organised a Marine Rescue NSW vessel to transfer the person to shore where they were assisted by NSW Ambulance paramedics. He then assisted the yacht’s crew to navigate to a safe berth within Jervis Bay.

NSW Maritime Medal Ian Baker Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking

Raymond Jones Marine Rescue Shoalhaven

Ian Baker was the recipient of the 2021 NSW Maritime Safety Medal, recognising Ian’s outstanding and sustained effort in promoting safety for the maritime community of NSW. Ian has been a devoted volunteer including for more than 45 years. His role as operational Search and Rescue Support Officer and Coxswain has seen Ian participate in more than 400 rescues, he has also served in every unit role within Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking and earned the respect of everyone he has volunteered with, including members he mentors.

Raymond Jones has given meritorious service to the NSW community as a volunteer member of the Marine Rescue Shoalhaven Unit for more than a decade. A qualified Marine Rescue Master, Raymond places the highest priority on the safety of his crew members and boating community, particularly when operating in dangerous conditions at night, in rough seas or unfavourable weather. He has led numerous challenging search and rescue operations in response to traumatic emergencies. A quiet achiever who never seeks thanks or accolades, Raymond makes himself available around the clock to respond to emergencies on the water. He has been involved in numerous rescue missions, often in dark and dangerous conditions to return those in trouble safely to their families and friends.

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Honour roll National Medal The National Medal recognises long and diligent service by operational members of recognised government and voluntary organisations that risk their lives or safety to protect or assist the community in times of emergency or natural disaster.

National Medal 2nd Clasp - 35 years service Harold Scales John Steele Stan Watson Anthony Whybrow

Central Coast Eden Middle Harbour Middle Harbour

National Emergency Medal

National Medal - 15 years service Barry Albrightor Peter Alderton Roland Bennett David Bigeni Richard Brooks Peter Dally Anthony Dick Mark Dolence John Farbrother Bruce Findlay Robert Ford Michael Francis Kelvin Greathead Daryl Jurd Gerard Kelly David Laing Andrew Majewski David Majewski Malcolm McConnell Ian McFarlane John McPhan Mark Moretti Ian Morrow ESM Suzanne Nolan Robyn O’Meara Christopher Quinn Michael Rendle Kenneth Rutledge Michael Ryan John Sutton Angela Tilling Stephen Vautier Robert Wilson Victor Winney John Zouganelis

Sussex Inlet Central Coast Lake Macquarie Port Macquarie Sydney Sydney Crowdy Harrington Shoalhaven Lake Macquarie Forster Tuncurry Coffs Harbour Botany Port Hacking Ulladulla Lemon Tree Passage Shellharbour Lemon Tree Passage Broken Bay Port Macquarie Eden Broken Bay Port Kembla Botany Port Hacking Central Coast Coffs Harbour Forster Tuncurry Point Danger Shoalhaven Camden Haven Batemans Bay Broken Bay Port Stephens Lemon Tree Passage Botany Port Hacking Norah Head Botany Port Hacking

National Medal 1st Clasp - 25 years service Nikolas Banjevic Peter Francis Jeffrey Laight Robyn O’Meara Keith Richardson Mario Savoca Gary Telford

Central Coast Broken Bay Middle Harbour Forster Tuncurry Crowdy Harrington Shoalhaven Merimbula

The National Emergency Medal recognises members and staff who rendered sustained or significant service during the nationally-significant 2019-20 bushfire emergency. A number of medals have been presented to members with the remainder to be bestowed in coming months. John Aitken Christopher Allen Raymond Angel Roger Barson Peter Bladwell William Blakeman ESM Michael Boadle ESM David Bornstein Alison Cameron-Brown William Carter Danielle Carter Anthony Cassin John Clement David Crawford Andrew Cribb Gregory Davies ESM Craig Davies John Dolgan Glenn Evans Kenneth Exley Kerrie Exley Randall Gawne Graham Gibbs Robert Green Kerewin Hartland Rodney Ingamells Bruce Mitchell ESM David Murn John Murray Ian Noormets Shane Osta Donald Paterson Peter Poole Stephen Raymond James Roberts Scott Saunders John Sherry Glenn Sullivan Heather Sutterby Michael Syrek

Cottage Point Middle Harbour Port Macquarie Eden Batemans Bay Merimbula Shoalhaven Sydney Port Macquarie Shoalhaven Shoalhaven Hawkesbury Batemans Bay Sydney Headquarters Port Macquarie Port Macquarie Batemans Bay Botany Port Hacking Evans Head Evans Head Mid North Coast Port Macquarie Port Macquarie Evans Head Batemans Bay Shoalhaven Batemans Bay Northern Rivers Narooma Merimbula Merimbula Batemans Bay Hunter Central Coast Evans Head Port Macquarie Botany Port Hacking Monaro Merimbula Batemans Bay

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Theodore Talbot Sonia Teston Amanda Thompson Robert Thorpe Dennis Walker Elizabeth Watts Jonathan Wiley Helen Zielke

Broken Bay Merimbula Batemans Bay Port Macquarie Bermagui Cottage Point Sydney Sydney

Marine Rescue NSW Service Medals Marine Rescue NSW Service Pin - 5 years service Sarah Adair Cottage Point Andrew Adams Evans Head Robert Ainsworth Merimbula Colin Alleck Lake Macquarie Olivia Allnutt Shoalhaven Geoffrey Anderson Forster Tuncurry Lee Baines Lake Macquarie Yulia Balandyuk Middle Harbour Peter Barber Crowdy Harrington Robert Barnett Port Macquarie Anthony Batchler Port Stephens Vincent Boccalatte Central Coast Scott Bowden Narooma Adam Breau Jervis Bay Richard Bromage Jervis Bay Phillip Brown Alpine Lakes Martin Budd Middle Harbour Guy Burge Hawkesbury Bradley Burgess Evans Head Stewart Burns Cottage Point Stephen Camarsh Port Macquarie Allison Cameron Camden Haven Bruce Campbell Botany Port Hacking Gillian Causley-James Ballina Robert Cechet Merimbula Susan Cechet Merimbula Heather Christie Shoalhaven Neil Chugg Sydney David Clarke Port Macquarie Luke Clay Hawkesbury Derek Clements Merimbula Diana Clements Merimbula Alan Coote Sydney Allan Cross Port Kembla Peter Crundwell Port Macquarie Jeffrey Cruwys Port Kembla Andrew Curdie Broken Bay Craig Davies Port Macquarie John Dawson Jervis Bay Paul Dewberry Cottage Point Carolyn Dobson Camden Haven Terrence Duff Camden Haven 48

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Raymond Edgerton Kenneth Exley Kerrie Exley David Faen Gregory Fatches Alexander Fenwick Roger Fermino Wayne Flaherty Trevor French Lynette Gibson Robert Gilbert Gail Gilligan Geoffrey Gooch Eva Goodchild Sharon Grady Russell Green Cornelis Groenintwoud Warren Gurr Frederick Harvey Wayne Henderson Beverley Higgins Timothy Hill Mark Hillier Donald Hobbs Run Huo Stephen Hutchison Darren Huxter Robert James Lawrence Jaques Steen Jensen Thomas Jensen Kristy Jones David Jones Ross Jones Stanley Judd Daryl Jurd Altan Kececi Mark Kelly Christopher Kennedy Kathryn Kent Jay Khan Rodney Kinnish Wayne Laughton Stuart Lawson John Lee David Leonard Caroline Liddicoat Glen Lighton Neil Lovett Karen Lowry Shane Lowry John Lundy Garry Luxton Christopher Mackie Robyn Malcolm

Woolgoolga Evans Head Evans Head Broken Bay Port Macquarie Port Jackson Port Kembla Merimbula Shoalhaven Port Stephens Lake Macquarie Tuggerah Lakes Port Macquarie Shellharbour Port Stephens Jervis Bay Ulladulla Ulladulla Port Stephens Port Macquarie Botany Port Hacking Cottage Point Lake Macquarie Tuggerah Lakes Tuggerah Lakes Jervis Bay Jervis Bay Norah Head Sussex Inlet Woolgoolga Sussex Inlet Jervis Bay Botany Port Hacking Narooma Shoalhaven Lemon Tree Passage Middle Harbour Port Stephens Port Macquarie Forster Tuncurry Broken Bay Evans Head Broken Bay Newcastle Port Stephens Cottage Point Lemon Tree Passage Middle Harbour Port Kembla Sussex Inlet Sussex Inlet Narooma Lake Macquarie Ballina Eden

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Rex Manning-Voyce Wayne Martin Douglas Martin Richard McCamley Elizabeth McConnachie Kerry McDonnell Steven McKeogh Benedict McKeown Bernadette Meissner Anna Micallef Robert Montgomery Brian Mooney Daniel Moran Neil Moreton Andrew Morrison David Morse Carl-Ulrich Moser Chris Murphy Donna Murray Susan Nielsen-Robson Carol Nolen Jake O'Callaghan Mary Oddy Angela O'Dea Murray O'Dea Robyn O'Meara Cara Pacitt Oscar Palma Donald Paterson John Pemberton Raymond Pincott Meredith Pisani Warwick Plumb Jamie Prentice Edward Raddatz Kevin Rappell Hernan Ratto Robert Rego Rolf Rienhardt Brett Riley Julie Ritchie James Roberts Stephen Robson Michael Roseworn Ronald Rosser John Russell Daniel Sandstrom Marilyn Shelsher Donald Smallwood Matthew Smith Ronald South Stephen Spires Denis Steele Heather Sutterby Dean Symonds

Port Macquarie Norah Head Lake Macquarie Jervis Bay Port Macquarie Narooma Broken Bay Middle Harbour Jervis Bay Forster Tuncurry Port Stephens Ballina Middle Harbour Iluka Yamba Port Stephens Botany Port Hacking Sydney Point Danger Evans Head Woolgoolga Forster Tuncurry Shellharbour Iluka Yamba Port Stephens Port Stephens Forster Tuncurry Jervis Bay Broken Bay Merimbula Shoalhaven Port Macquarie Camden Haven Trial Bay Shoalhaven Port Macquarie Norah Head Central Coast Shoalhaven Central Coast Norah Head Cape Byron Evans Head Woolgoolga Hawkesbury Port Macquarie Alpine Lakes Shoalhaven Port Macquarie Sydney Port Kembla Camden Haven Port Kembla Botany Port Hacking Merimbula Jervis Bay

Crismen Tache Philip Targett Brian Taylor Colin Thom Vaughn Thompsett Robin Thurston Robert Trower Walter van der Mye Bernardus van der Wijngaart Anthony Vaughan Anthony Vinson John Wade Michael Wahren Jaide Wall Pamela Walters Mark Warren Andrew Watcham Tony Waters Andrew Weatherstone Jonathan Wilcock Daryl Wilson Peter Wood John Woodbridge Alan Woodward Warren Zamai

Middle Harbour Port Macquarie Woolgoolga Tuggerah Lakes Nambucca Batemans Bay Shoalhaven Port Jackson Port Stephens Trial Bay Ulladulla Tuggerah Lakes Narooma Woolgoolga Port Stephens Cottage Point Batemans Bay Point Danger Cape Byron Brunswick Trial Bay Trial Bay Port Stephens Port Stephens Shoalhaven

Marine Rescue NSW Service Medal - 10 years service Laurence Adney Middle Harbour Mario Agius Crowdy Harrington Christine Baker Shoalhaven Carole Bastick Port Stephens Elizabeth Beasley Jervis Bay Garry Bellamy Lake Macquarie Ian Beverly Shoalhaven Iain Blackadder Port Stephens Alan Blessington Tuross Moruya Kenneth Breeze Port Kembla Donald Brewster Batemans Bay Allan Brook Ulladulla Peter Brown Merimbula Karin Brown Evans Head Robert Brown Evans Head Kenneth Brown Botany Port Hacking John Brownlee Port Kembla Andrew Butler Botany Port Hacking Wayne Byth Norah Head Dylan Cameron Trial Bay John Carlson Jervis Bay Leanne Chandler Cottage Point Margaret Chu Sydney Glenda Collins Lake Macquarie John Colthorpe Camden Haven David Cram Ulladulla Jennifer Crossing Port Macquarie Annual Report 2022-2023

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Gregory Davies ESM Claude Doughty Christi Dunkerton Brian Earsman Russell Firth Wolfgang Fleck Yvonne Fletcher Colin Foote Peter Ford Neil Fraser Mitchell Giles Paul Grabowskyj Garry Gray Gregory Groppenbacher Chris Guy Patricia Hallett Anthony Hallett Tania Hawker Marie Hearn Sandra Henry Levack Herbert Brian Holmes Peter Huettner Peter Iles Charles Irving Dirk Jensen Christopher Johnson Raymond Jones ESM Kenneth Jones Jane Lewis Raymond Lewis Bruce Lorking Brenda Loughman Blaise Madden Rodney May Kevin McCulloch Brett McIntyre Lynette Meehan Patricia Moxon William Mun James Newton Mark Ottewill William Owen Robin Parmiter David Partlett Mychael Perry Richard Pizzuto Harold Plumb Donna Polkinghorne John Quirk John Raby James Rafter Allan Reidy Roslyn Smith John Sobey 50

Port Macquarie Iluka Yamba Port Macquarie Shoalhaven Jervis Bay Shoalhaven Norah Head Port Stephens Bermagui Port Stephens Central Coast Botany Port Hacking Lake Macquarie Hawkesbury Broken Bay Port Macquarie Port Macquarie Ballina Trial Bay Sydney Port Kembla Coffs Harbour Port Macquarie Cottage Point Camden Haven Cottage Point Sydney Shoalhaven Norah Head Central Coast Central Coast Tuggerah Lakes Iluka Yamba Tuross Moruya Wooli Port Kembla Port Jackson Ulladulla Merimbula Brunswick Port Macquarie Hawkesbury Tuggerah Lakes Evans Head Sydney Forster Tuncurry Port Stephens Jervis Bay Trial Bay Bermagui Port Jackson Cape Byron Jervis Bay Shoalhaven Bermagui

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Dianne Taylor Gilbert Thomas Kevin Thompson Andrew Tory Greg Urand Carmen Walker Thomas Watson John Weaver Loris Webster Gary White Darren Wright Tomasz Zamencki Helen Zielke

Shoalhaven Point Danger Botany Port Hacking Ulladulla Port Jackson Port Kembla Port Kembla Broken Bay Port Stephens Port Macquarie Terrigal Botany Port Hacking Sydney

Marine Rescue NSW Service Medal 1st Clasp - 20 years service Maureen Allerton Shoalhaven Donald Andrews Jervis Bay Gary Ashby Point Danger Kenneth Bate Hawkesbury Christopher Bowers Port Kembla John Boyle Port Jackson Gary Boylett Tuggerah Lakes Michael Brogan Botany Port Hacking Patrick Cairney Port Kembla Noel Corcoran Port Stephens Benjamin Crowther Middle Harbour Andrea Danvers Brunswick Derek Ford Port Macquarie Suzanne Freeman Port Stephens Alan Grange Merimbula Beverly Lauritzen Evans Head Peter Moore Hawkesbury Michael O'Halloran Forster Tuncurry Andrew Pope Central Coast Robert Ryan Botany Port Hacking Francis Skaines Evans Head Karl-Heinz Stauder Port Macquarie Sylvia Van Rossum Brunswick Dean Wagstaff Port Kembla Barrie Weston Port Kembla Anthony Whybrow Middle Harbour Edward Young Merimbula Marine Rescue NSW Service Medal 2nd Clasp - 30 years service John Aldridge ESM Port Kembla Kay Burgess Lake Macquarie Godfrey Morgan Tuggerah Lakes Geoffrey Waters Forster Tuncurry Wendy Young Port Macquarie Marine Rescue NSW Service Medal 3rd Clasp - 40 years service Richard Osborne OAM Lemon Tree Passage

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Training and Capability Cross agency training initiatives and the launch of a new system delivered enhanced outcomes for volunteers. State Operations Group

Following a resolution to create a State Operations Group (SOG) a great deal of effort has gone into the initial planning and capability requirements in preparation for the arrival of the multi-purpose vessels (MPV), the first of which is due by September 2023. Recruitment for the recently established SOG - who will be the mainstay of the Service’s flood response capability – has identified over 190 enthusiastic members seeking to learn more and become part of the SOG.

Cross agency training

A key area of focus and development has been cross agency training, with members and staff engaging with the following organisations: ● NSW Police Marine Area Command ● NSW State Emergency Service ● NSW Ambulance Special Operations Team ● NSW Ambulance Helicopter ● Surf Lifesaving NSW ● NSW Rural Fire Service ● Queensland Fire and Emergency Services

Whilst the final requirements for SOG training are being reviewed and approved, online training for some already known requirements such as Flood Rescue Awareness has commenced via our new learning management system. The final training package for SOG members will deliver wellprepared, equipped and supported flood response capable members able to be safely deployed to support NSW SES and other combat agencies as may be required. Work continues to finalise the SOG’s command and management structure, which is expected to be complete by the end of 2023. MPV and support vehicle locations have been finalised and engagement with recipient units is underway to ensure their introduction and ongoing management is supported. Additional flood operations personal protective equipment (PPE) is in later stages of assessment, with trials of relevant items expected to be completed by the end of September 2023.

Marine Rescue NSW members undertook flood rescue training with NSW SES

● Queensland Police Service ● Australian Professional Ocean Lifeguard Association An outstanding result from these opportunities was a bespoke training program for Volunteer Marine Rescue members in the Torres Strait. The program was delivered by members from the Service’s Northern Zone and included specialist training in search and rescue, vessel handling, navigation, vessel inductions, first aid and standard operating procedures. The Service's team shared their exceptional marine skills and knowledge with professionalism and are to be congratulated for going the extra mile, over and above their regular commitments for Marine Rescue NSW. "What a privilege it was to share friendship, camaraderie and knowledge with the VMR Torres Strait volunteers. At sometime in life you have a unique experience and this was ours. Thank you" Jackie and Richard Taffs, Marine Rescue Wooli

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Training Highlight: A Training Advisory Group that reviewed our course content for the General Boat Licence course are acknowledged for their outstanding contribution to boating education. The group, comprised of members Julie Derry, Daryl Jurd, Ian Leafe, Stuart Sperduti and Zoe Wright and staff Dave Bowing, Brad Whittaker, Jane Shirriff and Allie Downie, produced improved content that is clear, concise and follows the detailed curriculum set by NSW Maritime. Whilst it was a great team effort, Julie Derry of our Broken Bay Unit, made a significant personal contribution to the project. Her efforts are greatly appreciated. Julie Derry, Marine Rescue Broken Bay

Training Management System

Marine Rescue NSW has completed the transition to a new Training Management System aimed at improving content delivery and supporting members in their training pathways. The new system integrates eLearning modules and will continue to be progressively rolled out during 2023 and available to members via the Learning Portal. eLearning packages will not be limited to standard ratings courses, members will also be able to access a range of additional learning opportunities in areas such as leadership, workplace health and safey and flood rescue awareness. Assessment practices are also streamlined allowing the Service's training managers to have an overview of each member's progress throughout their course.

Regional Search and Rescue Exercises

Sea Survival is a core component of crew training

The Service’s three major annual Search and Rescue Exercises all proceeded as planned for the first time since the Covid pandemic.

Certificate

Number of Members Trained

The exercises are designed to hone vital marine search and rescue skills and foster collaboration among various agencies. This preparation and practice helps to ensure that during real emergencies, Marine Rescue NSW can respond quickly and effectively with search and rescue partners including NSW Police Marine Area Command, Surf Life Saving NSW, the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter and the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

Crew

187

Leading Crew

Coxswain

Rescue Watercraft Operator

Radio Operator

122

In the event held in July 2022 at Newport, over 115 specialists participated, including volunteers from Marine Rescue NSW units in the Greater Sydney Hunter Central Coast regions. In August 2022, 60 Marine Rescue NSW volunteers and partner agency colleagues descended upon Marine Rescue Port Macquarie, host of the Mid North Coast SAREX. The Northern Rivers SAREX took place in June 2023, hosted by Marine Rescue Ballina, members from Point Danger, Brunswick, Ballina, Evans Head, Iluka Yamba, Wooli, Coffs Harbour and Crowdy Harrington units took part in the exercise.

Watch Officer

Fire and Sea Survival

186

Provide First Aid

507

Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy

506

To increase participants’ exposure to complex search scenarios and parameters, a SARDEX (Search and Rescue Desktop Exercise) was held in conjunction with each SAREX. Regional SAREXs are held annually with exercises planned at Lake Macquarie and Batemans Bay later this year.

Marine Rescue NSW is a Registered Training Organisation. As an Authorised Training Provider under Maritime's Boat Training Provider Scheme, the Service also provides high quality General Boat (GBL) and Personal Water Craft (PWC) training and exam delivery to members of the public.

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Total

1,662

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND EMERGENCY SYSTEMS

Information Technology and Emergency Systems From comprehensive databases to intelligent tools and strategic upgrades, each initiative implemented this year by the Information Technology and Communications team serves as a building block towards a more resilient, connected, and responsive service. With these innovations in place, the Service is better equipped to navigate challenges and seize opportunities in the dynamic maritime landscape.

Marine Rescue NSW app

An updated version of the Marine Rescue NSW app was released in December 2022, helping boaters stay safer than ever on the State’s waterways. A notable update in the latest version of the app is the inclusivity of its usage - now, anyone can directly access and utilise the app without having to create an account. This enables swift access to valuable and potentially life-saving information, such as current and forecast weather conditions, navigation aids, maritime alerts, specific to the user’s location. The new version is more compatible with newer generations of phones and operating systems and the fresh, clean interface improves navigation making access to information faster and easier.

Frequentis

The ongoing implementation of Frequentis consoles continued this year with dispatch consoles installed at the Marine Rescue Batemans Bay, Botany Port Hacking, Coffs Harbour, Forster Tuncurry and Ulladulla units. The Frequentis system is purpose-built to cater to the needs of emergency services and similar organisations that rely on high availability dispatch consoles that support Radio over Internet Protocol (RoIP), internet and telephony services.

Disaster recovery process

The former site of the State Communications Centre at Terry Hills has been designated as a Disaster Recovery Process centre, poised to seamlessly takeover in the event of an outage at the State Communications Centre at Belrose. This strategic move ensures that communication and coordination remain uninterrupted, even in the face of unforeseen challenges.

Starlink satellites

Recognising the significance of connectivity, a significant upgrade has been made with the installation of Starlink satellites at key locations. This enhancement, covering Lord Howe Island, Cottage Point, and Evans Head, leads to a marked improvement in network connectivity. This boost not only facilitates smoother data transmission but also enables more efficient communication, contributing to safer maritime operations.

Fleet database

The establishment of a comprehensive fleet database enables key operational data to be seamlessly integrated with the Status Board system. The database serves as a hub of operational insights, compiling and disseminating information about each vessel. From maximum People on Board (POB) to Maritime Safety and Security Identification (MMSI) numbers, every vital detail is consolidated into the database, ensuring data accuracy and providing members and staff with access to up to date information via the Status Board.

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND EMERGENCY SYSTEMS

Lifejacket database

Safety at sea is paramount and the new lifejacket database plays an important role in this space. A dynamic system has been developed to streamline the issuance and servicing of crew member lifejackets. Lifejackets are individually assigned to each crew member with additional jackets for the vessel assigned to the Unit Commander. This system not only offers transparency into servicing requirements it also proactively sends notifications to lifejacket owners at key milestones. This approach enables crew members and Unit Commanders to monitor the lifejacket maintenance process and track their lifejacket’s status through the various stages of servicing.

Business intelligence

A prototype business intelligence tool has been introduced, improving the way operational and member statistics are accessed. Real-time insights are now just a click away, providing key decision makers with timely and accurate information.

Connectivity is key to radio room operations

Otter upgrades

The Otter platform has been updated to align with the new and improved Marine Drills process. The platform has also been enhanced to become the single source for Learning Management System sign ons.

Recognising the significance of connectivity, a significant upgrade has been made with the installation of Starlink satellites at key locations.

A new version of the Marine Rescue NSW app was launched in December 2022

A notable update in the latest version of the app is the inclusivity of its usage - now, anyone can directly access and utilise the app without having to create an account.

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COMMUNICATIONS AND ENGAGEMENT

Connecting with our communities Building boating safety awareness, showcasing our volunteers and raising the organisation's profile were the focus of this year’s communication and engagement initiatives. Activity was underpinned by a comprehensive marketing and communications plan to ensure alignment with key objectives.

Marketing initiatives

Several targeted marketing campaigns were implemented across the year, the most comprehensive being the launch of the updated Marine Rescue app. The multi-channel campaign was designed to raise awareness of the new app, encourage downloads and ultimately increase the number of boaters Logging On. A key component of the campaign was the inclusion of a printed flyer within 140,000 general boat and PWC license renewals across a 12 month period. A specific campaign QR code aids evaluation of the effectiveness of this initiative. Following a review of Soundings, the Service’s quarterly journal, the magazine was scaled back to two editions per year with an increased focus on messaging relevant to external audiences. The Service’s social media presence continues to grow and provides a cost effective targeted platform to reach key audiences. Increase used of ephemeral content and reels has attracted new audiences.

Members and staff volunteered their time at the Sydney International Boat Show

Member engagement and communication

In an effort to enhance member engagement and communication a monthly email newsletter ‘All Aboard’ was introduced in July 2022. Each edition of All Aboard provides members with a condensed overview of current organisational priorities and initiatives. The newsletter, emailed to all members, encompasses operational performance statistics, updates from the training and capability team, media articles highlighting the work of the Service's volunteers and showcases unit initiatives, events and activities. To reduce email volumes for volunteer Unit Executive members, a separate monthly email newsletter was launched in August 2022. Sent only to members of the Unit Executive, the newsletter provides concise high level updates, equipping the Unit Executive with a summary of key initiatives and actions that can subsequently be shared with their members.

Community engagement activities

In July 2022, the Sydney International Boat Show made its much-awaited return to Darling Harbour. Marine Rescue NSW took part in the event as part of the Transport for NSW Safer Boating Zone. Rescue vessel Jervis Bay 41 was positioned on the marina and open to the public to inspect. Throughout the course of the five day event, a devoted team of over 40 volunteers and staff dedicated time to work on the stand and engage with show attendees. A primary focus was showcasing the Marine Rescue NSW app, which was demonstrated via interactive display at the stand and supported by informative presentations on the event stage.

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For the second time, the Service participated at the Fire and Rescue NSW Open Day at the Emergency Services Academy. With an estimated 10,000 attendees, the event provides a valuable opportunity to engage with the public, promote the Service and disseminate important boating safety information.

COMMUNICATIONS AND ENGAGEMENT

Media engagement

Successful media engagement has amplified Marine Rescue NSW's key messages.Through well-crafted news coverage, the vital role of the Service in marine search and rescue operations has been effectively communicated. A concerted effort has seen an increase in members’ use of the Andy Grace app, resulting in more quality visual content. This opens up additional media opportunities and has resulted in increased coverage on TV networks.

Ministerial support

Media support and event coordination was provided for Ministerial events, including commissioning three Marine Rescue NSW vessels and the official opening of a brand new unit base for Marine Rescue Broken Bay. Broken Bay 30, Evans Head 31, and Hawkesbury 30 were officially welcomed to the Marine Rescue NSW fleet by then Minister for Emergency Services Steph Cooke.

Several units engaged with the community at local events

Following the 2023 election and appointment of The Hon. Jihad Dib as Minister for Emergency Services, fortnightly meetings have been held with Ministerial media staff to progress opportunities.

The Service's second largest vessel was a hit at the Sydney International Boat Show

Members of Marine Rescue Evans Head with then Minister for Emergency Services Steph Cooke at the EH 31 commissioning ceremony Annual Report 2022-2023

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Grants and fundraising This year has seen outstanding results in gaining funds from grants and sponsorships for essential Marine Rescue NSW projects and programs.

● NAB Foundation

Applications were prepared for communications and building infrastructure, vessels, vehicles, equipment and training based on the strategic needs of the Service. Assistance was provided to all units to develop high quality applications resulting in improved outcomes in many categories and locations that had not received funding in previous years.

● NSW Community Building Partnership

In 2022-23 Marine Rescue NSW received $5.5 million in grants from a range of government agencies, NSW Clubs and other funding bodies, benefitting 31 of Marine Rescue NSW’s 46 units.

● National Australia Day Council

● NSW Department of Communities and Justice ● NSW Department of Crown Lands ● NSW Department of Customer Service, Office of Responsible Gambling ● NSW Department of Family & Community Services ● NSW Department of Primary Industries

In March 2023, Marine Rescue NSW received $3.7 million from the NSW Government, through the NSW Reconstruction Authority, for flood rescue capability enhancements after recommendations from the Independent Flood Inquiry, issued in August 2022.

● NSW Premier's Fund ● NSW Reconstruction Authority ● Port Kembla Community Investment Fund

This funding has led to the successful implementation of significant initiatives, such as the purchase of a rigid inflatable boat to improve the disaster readiness capability of Marine Rescue Brunswick. Essential radio towers at Lemon Tree Passage and Shoalhaven will be replaced and new facilities established for Marine Rescue Eden, Alpine Lakes and Port Kembla and fit-out of the new Broken Bay base. The improvements at Port Kembla include access to the premises for members with restricted mobility. Grants and sponsorships greater than $10,000 were received from the following entities:

● St George Motor Boat Club ● Twin Town Services Club

Fundraising and donations

Our volunteer units rely heavily on fundraising and donations to support the cost of their life-saving work. The fundraising efforts of members and generosity from the community help cover each unit’s day to day running costs. Fundraising activities and donations for the year totalled $2.88 million.

● Bankstown Sports Club ● Bendigo Community Bank

In total, $1.66 million was raised, representing a 55 per cent increase over the previous year. Donations of $1.22 million were received.

● Clubs NSW ● CYCA SOLAS Trust ● Department of Industry, Science & Resources

Marine Rescue NSW thanks the businesses, individuals and community groups who over the past year generously continued to support our volunteers in their mission to save lives on the water.

● Department of Regional NSW ● Federal Government Volunteer Grants ● Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal ● James Frizelle Foundation ● Jemena Corporate Affairs 58

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Funding from the James Frizelle Foundation provided Marine Rescue Brunswick with a new rigid inflatable boat.

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Fleet Annual Report 2022-2023

FLEET

Fleet Rescue vessels Five new replacement rescue vessels and one ancillary vessel have been added to the Marine Rescue NSW fleet over the past 12 months.

Both vessels carry a specialist Raymarine suite of maritime navigation equipment and twin 115hp Suzuki outboard engines capable of reaching speeds of 38 knots.

Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking welcomed a new 10 metre Naiad enclosed cabin rescue vessel, Botany Hacking 32. Berthed at Muddy Creek, the vessel provides quick response capability on the waters of Botany Bay and up to 30 nautical miles offshore.

BM 21 and TL 21 have been praised for their improved handling, maneuverability and greater volunteer comfort allowing crews to operate more safely for longer periods in a wider range of weather and conditions.

Marine Rescue Merimbula took possession of Merimbula 31, 11.3 metre Naiad which replaced MB 30.

The addition of a 6 metre Pro Punt, X 20, to the Marine Rescue NSW fleet provides members with an ancillary and training vessel suited to shallow waters.

Some of the inclusions on MB 31 are augmented reality for water tracking and field of view display on the navigation system. Port Stephens 30 has similar features and at 10 metres in length can deploy up to 30 nautical miles out to sea. The upgraded search and rescue technology on board PS 30 including radar, sonar and FLIR night vision improves crew search capability. Marine Rescue Tuggerah Lakes and Batemans Bay units also welcomed replacement vessels with both units adding 6.3 metre Naiad split console vessels to their fleet.

Port Stephens 30

Tuggerah Lakes 21 and Batemans Bay 21 are almost identical apart from one distinct difference. BM 21 features a foldable bimini cover while TL 21 has a fixed roof.

Vessel name

Length and type

Total cost

Botany Hacking 32

10m Naiad Cabin

$616,000

Merimbula 31

11.3m Naiad Cabin

$782,000

Tuggerah Lakes 21

6.3m Naiad Split Console

$355,000

Batemans Bay 21

6.3m Naiad Split Console

$340,000

Port Stephens 30

10m Naiad Cabin

$667,000

X 20

6m Pro Punt

$62,000

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Merimbula 31

The upgraded search and rescue technology on board PS 30 including radar, sonar and FLIR night vision improves crew search capability.

FLEET

Rescue Water Craft Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking has added to its fleet with the arrival of two 3.4 metre Sea-doo Rescue Water Craft (RWCs). The new RWCs have been named BH 10 and BH 11 and will become fully operational early in the 2023-24 financial year.

Vessel name

Length and type

Total cost

Botany Hacking 10

3.4m Sea-doo

$34,000

Botany Hacking 11

3.4m Sea-doo

$34,000 One of three new heavy tow support vehicles

Vehicles and other equipment Fourteen new motor vehicles joined Marine Rescue NSW’s growing on-road fleet including the addition of three Dodge Ram heavy tow support vehicles funded by the NSW Government as part of the recommendations from the Independent Flood Inquiry. The Dodge vehicles will be used to transport Marine Rescue NSW’s fleet of multi-purpose vessels which are currently under construction while Marine Rescue Kioloa welcomed a new Kubota tractor, dubbed ‘baby’ to aid with launching and retrieving Kioloa 20 from the beach.

Unit

Make and model

Total cost

Eden

Mazda BT30

$49,000

Jervis Bay

Ford Ranger

$58,000

State Operations Group

Three Dodge Rams (MR 50, MR 51 and MR 52)

$289,000

State Operations

Six Ford Rangers

$442,000

State Operations

Toyota Hilux

$64,000

Kioloa

Kubota Tractor

$40,000

Port Macquarie

Food truck

$54,000

Marine Rescue Kioloa took delivery of a new tractor in May 2023

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FLEET

Our Fleet Northern Rivers Point Danger to Wooli

● Point Danger 31 (PD 31)

● Ballina 30 (BA 30)

● Point Danger 20 (PD 20)

● Ballina 20 (BA 20)

● Brunswick 30 (BR 30)

● Evans Head 31 (EH 31)

● Brunswick 10 (BR 10)

● Iluka Yamba 30 (IY 30)

● Brunswick 11 (BR 11)

● Iluka Yamba 20 (IY 20)

● Brunswick 12 (BR 12)

● Wooli 30 (WI 30)

Point Danger 20 - PD 20

Point Danger 31 - PD 31

Brunswick 11 - BR 11

Brunswick 10 - BR 10 62

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FLEET

Brunswick 30 - BR 30

Ballina 20 - BA 20

Ballina 30 - BA 30

Evans Head 31 - EH 31

Iluka Yamba 30 - IY 30

Iluka Yamba 20 - IY 20

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Mid North Coast

Woolgoolga to Forster Tuncurry

● Woolgoolga 30 (WO 30)

● Port Macquarie 21 (PM 21)

● Coffs Harbour 30 (CO 30)

● Port Macquarie 11 (PM 11)

● Nambucca 20 (NH 20)

● Port Macquarie 12 (PM 12)

● Nambucca 10 (NH 10)

● Camden Haven 30 (CH 30)

● Nambucca 12 (NH 12)

● Camden Haven 10 (CH 10)

● Trial Bay 30 (TB 30)

● Crowdy Harrington 30 (CB 30)

● Trial Bay 11 (TB 11)

● Crowdy Harrington 20 (CB 20)

● Trial Bay 12 (TB 12)

● Forster Tuncurry 30 (FO 30)

● Lord Howe Island 40 (LH 40)

● Forster Tuncurry 20 (FO 20)

● Port Macquarie 30 (PM 30)

Woolgoolga 30 - WO 30

Coffs Harbour 30 - CO 30

Nambucca 10 - NH 10

Nambucca 12 - NH 12

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Nambucca 20 - NH 20

Trial Bay 30 - TB 30, Trial Bay 11 - TB 11 and Trial Bay 12 - TB 12

Lord Howe Island 40 - LH 40 Port Macquarie 11 - PM 11

Port Macquarie 12 - PM 12

Port Macquarie 21 - PM 21

Port Macquarie 30 - PM 30

Camden Haven 10 - CH 10

Camden Haven 30 - CH 30

Crowdy Harrington 20 - CB 20

Crowdy Harrington 30 - CB 30

Forster Tuncurry 20 - FO 20

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Hunter / Central Coast Port Stephens to Central Coast

● Port Stephens 30 (PS 30)

● Tuggerah Lakes 21 (TL 21)

● Port Stephens 31 (PS 31)

● Terrigal 30 (TG 30)

● Lemon Tree Passage 30 (LT 30)

● Terrigal 30T (TG 30T)

● Newcastle 30 (NC 30)

● Terrigal 10 (TG 10)

● Lake Macquarie 30 (LM 30)

● Central Coast 21 (CC21)

● Lake Macquarie 20 (LM 20)

● Central Coast 22 (CC 22)

● Lake Macquarie 12 (LM 12)

● Central Coast 10 (CC 10)

● Lake Macquarie 13 (LM 13)

● Central Coast 11 (CC 11)

● Norah Head 20 (NR 20)

● Central Coast 13 (CC 13)

● Tuggerah Lakes 20 (TL 20)

Port Stephens 30 - PS 30

Port Stephens 31 - PS 31

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Newcastle 30 - NC 30

Lake Macquarie 12 - LM 12

FLEET

Lake Macquarie 13 - LM 13

Lake Macquarie 20 - LM 20

Lake Macquarie 30 - LM 30

Norah Head 20 - NR 20

Tuggerah Lakes 21 - TL 21

Terrigal 30T - TG 30T

Tuggerah Lakes 20 - TL 20

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Central Coast 10 - CC 10

Central Coast 11 - CC 11

Central Coast 21 - CC 21

Central Coast 13 - CC 13 68

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Greater Sydney

Hawkesbury to Botany Port Hacking

● Hawkesbury 30 (HW 30)

● Port Jackson 31 (PJ 31)

● Hawkesbury 22 (HW 22)

● Port Jackson 20 (PJ 20)

● Cottage Point 30 (CP 30)

● Botany Hacking 30 (BH 30)

● Cottage Point 31 (CP 31)

● Botany Hacking 31 (BH 31)

● Broken Bay 30 (BB 30)

● Botany Hacking 32 (BH 32)

● Broken Bay 21 (BB 21)

● Botany Hacking 10 (BH 10)

● Middle Harbour 30 (MH 30)

● Botany Hacking 11 (BH 11)

● Middle Harbour 20 (MH 20)

Hawkesbury 22 - HW 22

Hawkesbury 30 - HW 30

Cottage Point 31 - CP 31

Cottage Point 30 - CP 30

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FLEET

Broken Bay 30 - BB 30

Middle Harbour 20 - MH 20

Middle Harbour 30 - MH 30

Port Jackson 20 - PJ 20

Port Jackson 31 - PJ 31

Botany Hacking 31 - BH 31

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Illawarra

Port Kembla to Kioloa

● Port Kembla 31 (PK 31)

● Sussex Inlet 11 (SI 11)

● Port Kembla 20 (PK 20)

● Jervis Bay 41 (JB 41)

● Shellharbour 30 (SH 30)

● Jervis Bay 20 (JB 20)

● Shoalhaven 30 (SA 30)

● Ulladulla 30 (UL 30)

● Shoalhaven 20 (SA 20)

● Ulladulla 20 (UL 20)

● Sussex Inlet 20 (SI 20)

● Ulladulla 10 (UL 10)

● Sussex Inlet 10 (SI 10)

● Kioloa 20 (KL 20)

Port Kembla 20 - PK 20

Port Kembla 31 - PK 31

Shellharbour 30 - SH 30

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FLEET

Shoalhaven 20 - SA 20

Sussex Inlet 20 - SI 20

Sussex Inlet 10 - SI 10

Jervis Bay 41 - JB 41

Sussex Inlet 11 - SI 11 Jervis Bay 20 - JB 20

Ulladulla 20 - UL 20

Ulladulla 30 - UL 30 72

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Ulladulla 10 - UL 10

FLEET

Monaro

Batemans Bay to Eden

● Batemans Bay 30 (BM 30)

● Narooma 20 (NA 20)

● Batemans Bay 20 (BM 20)

● Bermagui 30 (BG 30)

● Batemans Bay 21 (BM 21)

● Merimbula 31 (MB 31)

● Tuross Moruya 21 (TU 21)

● Merimbula 20 (MB 20)

● Tuross Moruya 10 (TU 10)

● Eden (X 30)

● Tuross Moruya 12 (TU 12)

● Alpine Lakes 21 (AL 21)

● Tuross Moruya 13 (TU 13)

● Moama 20 (MO 20)

● Narooma 30 (NA 30)

● Moama 10 (MO 10)

Batemans Bay 20 - BM 20

Batemans Bay 30 - BM 30

Batemans Bay 21 - BM 21

Tuross Moruya 10 - TU 10

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FLEET

Tuross Moruya 13 - TU 13

Tuross Moruya 21 - TU 21

Narooma 30 - NA 30

Narooma 20 - NA 20

Bermagui 30 - BG 30

Merimbula 20 - MB 20

XRAY 30 - X 30

Merimbula 31 - MB 31

Moama 20 - MO 20

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State Headquarters ● X 20

● X 12

● X 21

● X 13

● X 22

● X 14

● X 23 ● X 10

XRAY 20 - X 20

XRAY 21 - X 21

XRAY 22 - X 22

XRAY 23 - X 23

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XRAY 14 - X 14 76

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Facilities Annual Report 2022-2023

FACILITIES

Building for our future Ensuring our members have fitfor-purpose facilities to enable safe and efficient operational responses, training and meetings. In 2022-23 Marine Rescue NSW has continued to demonstrate its commitment to upgrading the organisation’s property and infrastructure portfolio.

Broken Bay

Officially opened in March 2023, the new $1.215 million Marine Rescue Broken Bay base is a purpose built facility situated on the picturesque shores of Pittwater. The base serves as a vital hub for enabling rapid responses to emergencies and safeguarding the local and visiting boating community. The new building, includes a large training and meeting space, ample storage for rescue equipment, offices, amenities, kitchen facilities, a wet area for boat crews and access for volunteers living with disability, was the culmination of extensive planning and input by the unit’s volunteers to ensure it met their needs now and well into the future.

The new $1.215 base for Marine Rescue Broken Bay

Funding for the project was derived from three sources; $915,000 from the NSW Government’s $37.6 million investment in Marine Rescue NSW in 2019, a $200,000 commitment from Northern Beaches Council, and a $100,000 Community Building Partnerships grant.

Newcastle

Construction commenced on Marine Rescue Newcastle's new $3 million home at Stockon, with the the base due to become operational in September 2023. The new building will feature a radio room along with crew facilities, providing Marine Rescue NSW volunteers with an all-weather space to train and from which to coordinate life-saving emergency responses. The construction of the new base has generated considerable interest and support for Marine Rescue NSW with a number of potential new volunteers making enquiries from Stockton and surrounding communities. The new facility has been funded by a $2 million grant from the Department of Planning and Environment – Crown Lands with the remainder coming from the NSW State Government’s commitment of $37.6 million to Marine Rescue NSW in 2019.

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Work underway on the $3 million Marine Rescue Newcastle base at Stockon

Marine Rescue's new Newcastle base ready for handover

FACILITIES

Middle Harbour

Construction of the Marine Rescue Middle Harbour base commenced in early 2023. This is a complicated build as a portion of the building will be over the water. To support the new structure, twenty eight pilings have been driven into the beach and water. Construction also involves the rebuilding of a sea wall in the area where the old base stood. Once finished, the new building will provide volunteers with a contemporary fit for purpose facility encompassing a kitchen, dedicated administration areas and ample space for training. A crew readiness zone will provide boat crew members with a space to prepare before embarking on a rescue mission and to change upon return. The project is expected to be completed in February 2024.

The first pilings are installed at the site of the new Marine Rescue Middle Harbour base

Forster Tuncurry

The installation of a lift, and completion of associated building works, at Marine Rescue Forster Tuncurry has improved access for members to the radio room. The radio room forms an important part of the unit’s operations and is critical to the successful delivery of emergency services.

Shoalhaven

A portion of the new Marine Rescue Middle Harbour base will be over the water

The process of planning and designing a new base for Marine Rescue Shoalhaven has commenced. Although in the early stages, the design for the building on the site of the Pilot House, Culburra Beach, has been embraced by the unit’s members. A number of positive meetings with Council have taken place, and it is expected the process will deliver a successful and much needed purpose built and modern facility for the unit.

The year ahead Alpine Lakes Approval has been obtained from the Snowy Monaro Regional Council for construction of a large shed in Buckenderra. The shed will provide Marine Rescue Alpine Lakes with space to house a rescue vessel that will primarily be used on nearby Lake Eucumbene. The project has been made possible thanks to a $40,000 grant from the Bendigo Bank Community Enterprise Foundation and the generosity of the owners of Buckenderra Holiday Village who have provided a paddock upon which to build the shed. The shed will be completed by the end of 2023.

A planned extension to Marine Rescue Jervis Bay was delayed after Council deferred a decision on the DA to permit further discussions. These ongoing discussions have progressed well and a positive outcome is anticipated. Construction on Marine Rescue Central Coast’s new base at Point Clare will commence once approvals have been granted.

Eden With the support of Bendigo Community Bank Pambula and Eden and the Port Authority, Marine Rescue Eden moved into a new space at Snug Cove. The area provides the unit’s members with training and administration rooms along with a crew changing area. The site of the new shed for Marine Rescue Alpine Lakes Annual Report 2022-2023

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GOVERNANCE

Corporate Governance Marine Rescue NSW has a strong history of sound corporate governance and management, with the Service’s strategic leadership democratically vested in its volunteer membership.

Patron

The Patron-in-Chief of Marine Rescue NSW is His Majesty Charles III,, the King of the United Kingdom, continuing his long association with the volunteer marine rescue sector in NSW.

Representation

grants, donations and sponsorship opportunities are important supplements to the Service's base revenue. Marine Rescue NSW has operated under the legislative auspices of the State Emergency Management Act 1989 since its inception in 2009, with an amendment to provide it specific recognition as a legislated emergency service organisation passed by the State Parliament in November 2018.

Commissioner Stacey Tannos ESM continued his tenure as Chair of the State Rescue Board until his retirement on 1 July 2023. The State Rescue Board oversees rescue service policy development and delivery on both land and water in NSW. Commissioner Tannos was also a member of the State Emergency Management Committee (SEMC), Commissioner Barrell is now a member of the SEMC and is the Deputy Chair of the SEMC Capability Development Sub Committee.

Although Marine Rescue NSW sits outside the NSW Government, it reports to the Minister for Emergency Services, along with the Premier’s Department.

Commissioner Barrell is a member of the Maritime Advisory Council and in June 2023, he was appointed to the International Maritime Rescue Federation Board of Trustees.

The organisation’s training, fleet and operational standards meet the requirements of the Commonwealth’s Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Act 2012, specifically Exemption 24, which took effect for the volunteer marine rescue sector on July 1, 2016.

Key staff and unit representatives contribute to the safety of the boating community through their representation on Local and Regional Emergency Management Committees. Marine Rescue NSW personnel were based at the NSW State Emergency Service Headquarters and local Emergency Operations Centres during the NSW Central West flood crisis in October and November 2022. Marine Rescue NSW personnel continued to be based at the NSW Police Marine Area Command Search and Rescue Coordination Centre on weekends in peak boating season periods. The organisation is also represented on the NSW Maritime Recreational Vessel Advisory Group. At a national level, Marine Rescue NSW is a member of the Australian Emergency Management Volunteer Forum, National Volunteer Marine Search and Rescue Committee and Enterprise Registered Training Organisation Association.

Legislation

Unlike the majority of the state’s emergency services, Marine Rescue NSW is not a government agency but rather, an independent, community-based service established by and for its volunteer membership. The organisation is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee and registered charity, complying with the requirements of the Australian Charities and Not-forProfits Commission Act 2012, the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 and the Corporations Act 2001. Fundraising activities,

Marine Rescue NSW is also required to comply with State rescue policies and its units are accredited by the Minister for Emergency Services on the recommendation of the State Rescue Board.

Board

The strategic leadership of the company is exercised by the democratically elected Board of Directors. The Board comprises nine Directors: three General Directors and six Regional Directors. General Directors are elected for three year terms and Regional Directors for two. Regular and Life Members are eligible to vote in Board elections but not Provisional or Honorary Members. The Chair is elected by the Board following each Annual General Meeting. The Board is advised by the Commissioner and staff, with detailed management papers and recommendations presented to assist its decision making processes. The Board met in person in September, October, November, December in 2022 and in February and April in 2023. Three meetings were held at Cronulla with the remainder taking place at Bankstown, Ballina and Bowral.

Unlike the majority of the state's emergency services, Marine Rescue NSW is not a government agency but rather, an independent, communitybased service established by and for its volunteer membership. Annual Report 2022-2023

GOVERNANCE

Directors 2022-23

Marine Rescue NSW Directors during all or part of 2022-23: James Glissan AM, ESM, KC (Board Chair and General Director) Robert Wilson (General Director) John Lynch ESM (General Director) Darcy Henriksen (Northern Rivers Regional Director) Roman Mazurek (Mid North Coast Regional Director) James Wright ESM (Hunter/Central Coast Regional Director) Ken Edwards (Greater Sydney Regional Director) Keven Marshall ESM (Illawarra Regional Director) Glenn Felkin ESM (Monaro Regional Director) On 2 August 2022, Hunter/Central Coast Regional Director James Wright resigned from the Board to allow him to be appointed as Unit Commander, Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie.

Management

For the majority of 2022-23 Marine Rescue NSW operated under the leadership of Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer Stacey Tannos ESM. Commissioner Tannos was supported by Deputy Commissioner Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, Todd Andrews and Deputy Commissioner Operations and Capability, Alex Barrell. In early 2023, Commissioner Tannos announced his retirement, effective 1 July 2023. Following an extensive recruitment campaign, Deputy Commissioner Alex Barrell was appointed as the new Commissioner of Marine Rescue NSW, effective 3 April 2023. Commissioner Barrell is supported by Deputy Commissioner Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, Todd Andrews and Deputy Commissioner Operations and Capability, Darren Schott.

Constitution

Management and Leadership of Units The Constitution has been altered to allow an increase in the number of Deputy Unit Commanders to two, remove the requirement that Deputy Unit Commanders are elected and allow Unit Commanders to appoint up to two Deputy Unit Commanders. Creation of Zones The Constitution has been amended to reflect the creation of Zones and the new organisational structure. Creation of a State Operations Group The Constitution has been amended to allow for the creation of a State Operations Group, comprising both members and staff with key skills and experience, to greatly enhance Marine Rescue NSW’s ability to respond to multi-agency emergencies, such as floods. Returning Members The Constitution has been amended to streamline the process for former members to be readmitted as Regular Members

Accountability

Marine Rescue NSW is committed to the responsible and transparent management of the organisation and its finances. The organisation’s consolidated accounts those of Headquarters and units - are subject to annual independent audit. The financial statements and audit report are printed in the Annual Report, and published online at mrnsw.com.au. State Government and boating community funding is managed under an Operational Funding Agreement overseen by the Premier’s Department and grants are expended and acquitted in accordance with each funding body’s specific requirements.

In 2022-23 the Marine Rescue NSW Board proposed five amendments to the Marine Rescue NSW Constitution that required special resolutions of the Members of the company, all Regular and Life Members were eligible to vote on the proposed amendments online.

Company Secretary

At the 2022 Marine Rescue NSW Annual General Meeting, the proposed amendments were passed by special resolutions of the Members of the company.

Marine Rescue NSW State Headquarters Building 1, 202 Nicholson Parade, Cronulla, NSW 2230 PO Box 579, Cronulla, NSW 2230

Deputy Commissioner Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, Todd Andrews

Registered Charity Street Address and Principal Place of Business

The Marine Rescue NSW Constitution was updated to reflect the amendments below:

Auditor

Appointing a Chairperson and Two Regular Directors The Constitution has been amended to abolish the three existing elected General Director positions. When the current General Directors’ terms expire, or they retire as Directors, the Board will appoint a Chairperson and two Regular Directors, sourced from both members and external persons.The six Regional Director positions will remain unchanged, except that two Regional Directors will be elected from each Zone, reflecting the new organisational structure.

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GOVERNANCE Comissioner (CEO)

Executive Officer

Deputy Commissioner Operations (COO)

Development Officer

Zone Commander North

Zone Commander Central

Zone Commander South

General Manager Training & Capability

Senior Manager Fleet

Senior Manager Health, Safety & Culture

Receptionist / Admin Assistant

Volunteer Roles

Zone Duty Operations Manager Mid North Coast

Zone Duty Operations Manager Northern Rivers

Zone Training Manager North

Unit Commanders (16)

Zone Duty Operations Manager Greater Sydney

Zone Duty Operations Manager Hunter/Central Coast

Zone Training Manager Central

Unit Commanders (15)

Zone Duty Operations Manager Illawarra

Zone Duty Operations Manager Monaro

Zone Training Manager South

Unit Commanders (15)

Manager Capability

Learning Support Officer

Fleet Officer

Logistics Officer

Manager Member People & Culture

Deputy Commissioner Corporate Services (CFO)

General Manager IT & Systems

General Manager Communications & Engagement

IT Project Manager

Manager Emergency Systems

IT Support Coordinator

Manager Marketing & Supporter Engagement

Manager Grants & Sponsorship

Manager Media & Publications

Senior Manager Property & Infrastructure

Accountant

Accounts Officer

Manager Stores

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Directors’ Qualifications & Experience Mr James Glissan AM ESM KC Chair, General Director Appointed Original Director 3 July 2009 – 11 December 2010 Elected 11 December 2010, 3 year term 23 November 2013, 3 year term 26 November 2016, 3 year term 23 November 2019, 3 year term 19 November 2022, 3 year term Mr Glissan is a member of Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking, after joining the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard Association Botany Bay flotilla in 2008. He has been elected as Chair of the Board each year since 2010. He has been a Barrister since 1971 and a KC since 1985. With extensive practice in Company and Commercial law, Mr Glissan has served as a Public Defender NSW (1981-1984), Associate Judge, District Court of NSW (1989-1991) and on numerous Boards, including the Firearms Safety Awareness Council NSW. He was made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in 2019.

James Glissan AM ESM KC Chair, General Director

Mr Robert Wilson ESM General Director Elected 11 December 2010, 2 year term 24 November 2012, 2 year term 24 November 2018, 3 year term 20 November 2021, 3 year term Mr Wilson is a member of Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking. He joined the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard Association in 2007 and has held roles including Deputy Commander of the Botany Bay Coast Guard and Marine Rescue Botany Bay and, since 2016, unit fundraising, public relations and events officer. Mr Wilson was Marine Rescue NSW Company Secretary from 2011 until 2015 and Sydney International Boat Show and Trailer Boat Show coordinator for 10 years. A retired taxation agent and former staff member of the Australian Taxation Office, he holds qualifications in accounting, economics and taxation law.

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Mr John Lynch ESM General Director Elected 3 December 2011, 2 year term 23 November 2013, 2 year term 28 November 2015, 2 year term 25 November 2017, 2 year term 23 November 2019, 2 year term 23 September 2022, 1 year term Mr Lynch is a member of Marine Rescue Forster Tuncurry, after joining the Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol in 1995. He is a Life Member of Marine Rescue NSW and a qualified offshore skipper, Watchkeeper and Trainer and Assessor. He has held positions including Administration Officer, Secretary, Treasurer and Unit Commander, along with Senior Regional Officer North Coast, Member State Rescue Board Accreditation Team and Delegate Great Lakes Emergency Management Committee. He is a former member of the Royal Australian Navy and Company Secretary of a regional Australian bank and its subsidiaries. From 3 December 2011 20 November 2021, Mr Lynch served on the MRNSW Board as Regional Director, Mid North Coast.

Mr John Lynch ESM General Director

Mr Darcy Henriksen Regional Director, Northern Rivers Elected 23 November 2019, 2 year term 20 November 2021, 2 year term Mr Henriksen joined Volunteer Rescue Association Marine Point Danger in 2007 and has held roles including Administration Officer, Project Officer and Unit Fundraising. He successfully gained his Radio Operator’s qualification in 2020. In addition to his volunteer commitment, he brings five years of executive level management from the civilian industry, along with 39 years in the Royal Australian Air Force. The last nine years of his career in Defence were focused on leadership and ethics education across the three Services. Mr Henriksen retired in June 2019, joining the Board the same year.

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Mr Roman Mazurek Regional Director, Mid-North Coast Elected 20 November 2021, 2 year term A member of Marine Rescue Forster Tuncurry, Mr Mazurek joined the then Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol in 2009. Mr Mazurek served as a Marine Engineer in the Australian Army before moving to private industry, ultimately running his own earthmoving and heavy haulage business. Mr Mazurek brings 18 years’ experience as a Marine Rescue NSW volunteer including roles as Divisional Commander, Watch Officer and Coxswain to the position of Director.

Mr Roman Mazurek Regional Director, Mid-North Coast

Mr James Wright ESM Regional Director, Hunter/Central Coast Elected 25 November 2017, 2 year term 23 November 2019, 2 year term 20 November 2021, 2 year term Resigned 2 August 2022 Mr Wright is a member of Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie. He joined the Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol on Lake Macquarie in 2008 and was the Commander when the division agreed to merge with the Swansea Coast Guard flotilla in 2010, following the formation of Marine Rescue NSW. Mr Wright served as Unit Commander from 2014 to 2016. A Radio Operator and Coxswain, he undertakes regular duties and participates in crew training. Mr Wright is a former investigator with the Office of Fair Trading and at the time of his retirement was in charge of the Licensee Investigations Team. He also is a Justice of the Peace. Mr Kenneth Edwards Regional Director, Greater Sydney

Mr James Wright ESM Regional Director, Hunter/Central Coast

Elected 24 November 2018, 2 year term 21 November 2020, 2 year term 19 November 2022, 2 year term Mr Edwards joined Marine Rescue Hawkesbury in 2010 before transferring to Marine Rescue Cottage Point in 2019. He has previously served as Marine Rescue Hawkesbury Unit Commander (2016-2018), Deputy Unit Commander (20132016) and Administration and Stores Officer. Mr Edwards holds a Certificate III Marine Operations, a Master rating and a Certificate IV Training and Assessment and maintains his role as a regional Trainer and Assessor. A licensed real estate agent, he has been the director of both a franchise and a family real estate agency for 35 years.

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Mr Keven Marshall ESM Regional Director, Illawarra Elected 25 November 2017, 1 year term 24 November 2018, 2 year term 21 November 2020, 2 year term 19 November 2022, 2 year term Mr Marshall joined the Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol at Ulladulla - now Marine Rescue Ulladulla - in 1998. He has held a number of positions including Deputy Unit Commander, Training Officer, Assessor and Operations Officer. Undertaking regular Radio Operator shifts, he assists with fundraising and has been instrumental in the maintenance of the unit’s rescue vessels. A former skipper of an Australian Customs vessel, Mr Marshall holds a Master 5 marine qualification and was awarded the Emergency Services Medal in June 2017. Mr Marshall was a member of the Army Reserve for 27 years and a legatee with Mid-South Coast Legacy for the last 20 years.

Mr Keven Marshall ESM Regional Director, Illawarra

Mr Glenn Felkin ESM Regional Director, Monaro Elected 28 November 2015, 1 year term 26 November 2016, 2 year term 24 November 2018, 2 year term 21 November 2020, 2 year term 19 November 2022, 2 year term Mr Felkin is a member of Marine Rescue Batemans Bay, after joining the Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol in 2009. A Marine Master, he has held positions including Acting Deputy Unit Commander, Training Officer, Watch Officer, Crew Leader and maintenance controller. Mr Felkin was an introductory trainer for the roll-out of the Seahawk vessel tracking system for units from Kioloa to Eden. He has a professional background in the aviation and motor industries, including more than 20 years with Qantas. He was awarded the Emergency Services Medal in 2019.

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To the Member of Volunteer Marine Rescue NSW Report on the audit of the financial report Opinion We have audited the financial report of Volunteer Marine Rescue NSW (the “Registered Entity”), which comprises the statement of financial position as at 30 June 2023, and the statement of comprehensive income, statement of changes in funds and statement of cash flows for the year then ended, and notes to the financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies and the Responsible Entities’ declaration. In our opinion, the financial report of Volunteer Marine Rescue NSW has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of Division 60 of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012, including: a.

giving a true and fair view of the Registered Entity’s financial position as at 30 June 2023 and of its financial performance for the year then ended; and

complies with Australian Accounting Standards – Simplified Disclosures and Division 60 of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Regulation 2022.

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Information Other than the financial Report and Auditor’s Report Thereon Those charged with governance are responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the Declaration in accordance with the Charitable Fundraising Regulation 2021 (NSW), but does not include the financial report and our auditor’s report thereon. Our opinion on the financial report does not cover the other information and accordingly we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. In connection with our audit of the financial report, our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial report or our knowledge obtained in the audit or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard. Responsibilities of the Responsible Entities for the financial report The Responsible Entities of the Registered Entity are responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards Simplified Disclosures and the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012, the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 (NSW) and the Charitable Fundraising Regulation 2021 (NSW), and for such internal control as the Responsible Entities determine is necessary to enable the preparation of the financial report that is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial report, the Responsible Entities are responsible for assessing the Registered Entity’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the Responsible Entities either intend to liquidate the Registered Entity or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so. The Responsible Entities are responsible for overseeing the Registered Entity’s financial reporting process. Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the financial report Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial report as a whole is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with the Australian Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of this financial report. As part of an audit in accordance with the Australian Auditing Standards, we exercise professional judgement and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also: •

Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial report, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.

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Conclude on the appropriateness of the Responsible Entities use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Registered Entity’s ability to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the financial report or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Registered Entity to cease to continue as a going concern.

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Responsible Entities’ Declaration

Declaration in accordance with the Charitable Fundraising Regulation 2021 (NSW):

In the opinion of the Responsible Entities of Volunteer Marine Rescue NSW:

In my opinion, regarding Volunteer Marine Rescue NSW (the Company) for the year ended 30 June 2023:

a. there are reasonable grounds to believe that the registered entity is able to pay all of its debts, as and when they become due and payable; and

a. The Company is able to pay all of its debts as and when the debts become due and payable;

b. the financial statements and notes satisfy the requirements of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012. Signed in accordance with subsection 60.15(2) of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission Regulations 2022.

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b. The 30 June 2023 financial statements of the Company satisfy the requirements of the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 and the Charitable Fundraising Regulation 2021; c. The contents of the 30 June 2023 financial statements of the Company are true and fair; and d. The Company has appropriate and effective internal controls.

Alex Barrell Commissioner Chief Executive Officer Sydney, 21 October 2023

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Statement of profit or loss & comprehensive income Note

2023

2022

Revenue and other income NSW Government Core Grant and funding

11,291,503

11,199,717

NSW recreational boat licence and registration levy

6,232,526

6,611,591

Other grant income

3,618,255

1,205,823

Donations

1,217,681

1,051,150

Activities income

674,110

355,042

Profit on sale of assets

397,814

276,838

1,829,522

1,267,334

25,261,411

21,967,495

Activities expenses

320,643

56,942

Administration

1,341,362

1,058,648

Depreciation

5,605,692

4,861,250

Grant expenditure

112,647

54,957

IT expenditure

365,729

391,331

3,611,869

2,914,305

Marketing

212,562

124,902

Staff costs

5,197,950

4,834,336

Training expenses

227,290

144,335

Other expenses

2,117,905

1,886,019

Total expenditure

19,113,649

16,327,025

Net surplus

6,147,762

5,640,470

Other comprehensive income for the year

Total comprehensive income for the year

6,147,762

5,640,470

Other income Total revenue and other income

Expenditure

Maintenance and development of assets

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Statement of financial position Note

2023

2022

Current assets Cash and cash equivalents

17 (a)

15,659,395

13,584,820

Trade and other receivables

1,624,437

1,277,070

Inventories

560,970

646,568

17,844,802

15,508,458

Total current assets Non-current assets Property plant and equipment

41,535,524

35,247,231

Right of use asset

220,231

256,937

Total non-current assets

41,755,755

35,504,168

Total assets

59,600,557

51,012,626

Current liabilities Trade and other payables

1,292,597

927,862

Contract liabilities

4,378,616

2,085,725

Borrowings

11 (a)

139,407

206,229

Provisions

12 (a)

845,945

831,012

35,094

32,870

6,691,659

4,083,698

Lease liabilities Total current liabilities Non-current liabilities Borrowings

11 (b)

514,277

622,974

Provisions

12 (b)

279,806

303,807

212,817

247,911

Total non-current liabilities

1,006,900

1,174,692

Total liabilities

7,698,559

5,258,390

Net assets

51,901,998

45,754,236

Accumulated funds

51,901,998

45,754,236

Total funds

51,901,998

45,754,236

Lease liabilities

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Statement of changes in funds Accumulated Funds Balance at 1 July 2021

Total Funds

40,113,766

Net surplus for the year

5,640,470

Total comprehensive surplus for the year

5,640,470

5,640,740

Balance as at 30 June 2022

45,754,236

Balance at 1 July 2022

45,754,236

Net surplus for the year

6,147,762

Total comprehensive surplus for the year

6,147,762

51,901,998

Total comprehensive income for the year

Balance as at 30 June 2023

Statement of cash flows Note

2023

2022

Cash received from levies, grants, donations and other income

24,378,867

21,776,691

Cash paid to suppliers and employees

(10,725,166)

(10,802,929)

13,653,701

10,973,762

Proceeds from property plant and equipment

397,814

414,775

Interest received

137,363

15,572

Payments for purchases of property, plant and equipment

(11,890,150)

(8,156,231)

Net cash used by investing activities

(11,354,973)

(7,725,884)

Interest on equipment loans

(48,635)

(39,079)

Repayment of capital on leases

(120,598)

(246,255)

Repayment of borrowings

(54,920)

(51,675)

228,990

Net cash used in financing activities

(224,153)

(108,019)

Net increase in cash and cash equivalents

2,074,575

3,139,859

13,584,820

10,444,961

15,659,395

13,584,820

Cash flows from operating activities

Net cash provided by operating activities

17(b)

Cash flows from investing activities

Cash flows from financing activities

Proceeds of borrowing

Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the financial year Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the financial year

17(a)

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1. Corporate Information The financial statements of Volunteer Marine Rescue NSW, operating as Marine Rescue NSW (MRNSW), for the year ended 30 June 2023 were authorised for issue in accordance with a resolution of the Directors on 21 October 2023. MRNSW is a company limited by guarantee, incorporated and domiciled in Australia.

2. Summary Of Accounting Policies A. Basis of Preparation Compliance with Australian Accounting Standards - Simplified Disclosures The financial report is a general purpose financial report that has been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards - Simplified Disclosures, Interpretations of the Australian Accounting Standards Board, the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991, and the Australian Charities and Nonfor-profits Commission Act 2012. The company is a ‘Not for profit’ entity registered with the Australian Charities and Nonfor-profits Commission and registered under the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991. There have been no changes in Accounting Standards impacting the financial statements in the current year B. Significant accounting judgments, estimates and assumptions The preparation of financial statements requires the Directors to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of policies and reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other various factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis of making the judgments. Actual results may differ from these estimates. The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised if the revision affects only that period or in the period of the revision and future periods if the revision affects both current and future periods. Significant accounting estimates and assumptions The key estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of certain assets and liabilities within the next annual reporting period are: Make good provisions Provisions for future costs to return certain leased premises to their original condition are based on the company’s experience with previous premises and estimates of likely restoration costs determined by 96

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management. These estimates may vary from the actual costs incurred as a result of conditions existing at the date the premises are vacated. Management has estimated that the lease make good provisions will be negligible. Provisions for employee benefits Provisions for employee benefits payable after 12 months from the reporting date are based on future wage and salary levels, experience of employee departures and periods of service, as discussed in Note 2(m). The amount of these provisions would change should any of these factors change in the next 12 months. Useful lives of depreciable assets Management reviews its estimate of the useful lives of depreciable assets at each reporting date, based on the expected utility of the assets. Uncertainties in these estimates relate to technical obsolescence that may change the utility of certain software and IT equipment. Inventories Management estimates the net realisable values of inventories, taking into account the most reliable evidence available at each reporting date. The future realisation of these inventories may be affected by future technology or where they no longer meet the requirements of the company through changes in design or equipment redunancy. No provision for impairment has been recognised at the date of this financial report. Long Service Leave The liability for Long Service Leave is recognised and measured at the present value of the estimated cash flows to be made in respect of all employees at the reporting date. In determining the present value of the liability, estimates of attrition rates and pay increases through promotion and inflation have been taken into account. C. Revenue recognition Revenue recognition policy for revenue from contracts with customers (AASB 15) AASB 15 requires revenue to be recognised when control of a promised good or service is passed to the customer at an amount which reflects the expected consideration. The customer for these contracts is the fund provider. Revenue is recognised by applying a five-step model as follows: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Identify the contract with the customer Identify the performance obligations Determine the transaction price Allocate the transaction price Recognise revenue

Generally, the timing of the payment for sale of goods and rendering of services corresponds closely to the timing of satisfaction of the performance obligations, however, where

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there is a difference, it will result in the recognition of a receivable, contract asset or contract liability. None of the revenue streams of the company have any significant financing terms as there is less than 12 months between receipt of funds and satisfaction of performance obligations. Revenue recognition policy for revenue streams which are either not enforceable or do not have sufficiently specific performance obligations (AASB 1058) (i) Government funding Under an agreement with the Office of Emergency Management (now NSW Reconstruction Authority), the company’s services are supported by funding received from the NSW Government in the form of a core Government grant, a biannual payment and through NSW Maritime as a portion of recreational boating registrations and licences. Grants received on the condition that specified services are delivered, or conditions are fulfilled, are considered reciprocal. Such grants are initially recognised as a liability and revenue is recognised as services are performed or conditions fulfilled. Revenue from non-reciprocal grants is recognised when the company obtains control of the funds. (ii) Interest revenue Interest revenue is accrued on a time basis, by reference to the principal outstanding and at the effective interest rate applicable, which is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts through the expected life of the financial asset to that asset’s net carrying amount. (iii) Donations and fundraising Donations collected, including cash, in kind donations, donations of vessels and equipment and goods for resale, are recognised as revenue when the company gains control, economic benefits are probable and the amount of the donation can be measured reliably. Volunteer Marine Rescue NSW, in common with most organisations dependent upon such contributions, is unable to establish control over voluntary donations prior to their initial entry in the accounting records. (iv) Other grants Grants received for a specific project not yet completed are only recognised as income when the project occurs or the terms and conditions are met as these amounts are repayable if not fully utilised on the specific project. Grants received for general operational funding and which are not repayable are brought to account as income when received. Revenue from sales of goods comprises revenue earned (net of returns, discounts and allowances) from the sale of goods purchased for resale and gifts donated for resale. Sales revenue is recognised

when the control of goods passes to the customer. Grants received by the company have been accounted for under both AASB 15 and AASB 1058, depending on the terms and conditions and decisions made. (v) Asset sales The gain or loss on disposal of all non-current assets and available-for-sale financial investments is determined as the difference between the carrying amount of the asset at the time of the disposal and the net proceeds on disposal. Compensation from third parties for items of property, plant and equipment that were impaired, lost or given up shall be included in profit or loss when the compensation becomes receivable. The impaired or lost assets shall be written off. The cost of items of property, plant and equipment restored, purchased or constructed as replacements is capitalised as capital assets. (vi) Investment income Investment income comprises interest. Interest income is recognised as it accrues, using the effective interest method. D. Expenditure All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to a particular category they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with use of the resources. Fundraising costs are those incurred in seeking voluntary contributions by donation and do not include costs of disseminating information relating to the activities carried on by the company. Management and administration costs are those incurred in connection with the administration of the company and compliance with constitutional and statutory requirements. Other costs comprise investment management fees, information and education costs. E. Income tax The company is exempted from paying income tax due to it being a charitable institution in terms of Section 50–5 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997, as amended. F. Cash and cash equivalents Cash comprises cash on hand and demand deposits. Cash equivalents are short-term, highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value or term deposits longer than three months in duration that may be broken without prejudice and are subject to an insignificant risk of change in value at call.

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G. Goods and services tax Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of Goods and Services Tax (GST), except: (i)

where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the taxation authority, it is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of expense; or (ii) for receivables and payables which are recognised inclusive of GST. The net amount of GST recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority is included as part of receivables or payables. Cash flows are included in the cash flow statement on a gross basis. The GST component of the cash flows arising from investing and financing activities which is recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority is classified as operating cash flows. H. Financial assets

Loans and receivables Trade receivables, loans and other receivables that have fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market are classified as loans and receivables. These are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method less impairment. Interest is recognised by applying the effective interest rate. Impairment of financial assets Financial assets, other than those at fair value through profit or loss, are assessed for indicators of impairment at each balance sheet date. Financial assets are impaired where there is objective evidence that as a result of one or more events that occurred after the initial recognition of the financial asset the estimated future cash flows of the investment have been impacted. For financial assets carried at amortised cost, the amount of the impairment is the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present value of estimated future cash flows, discounted at the original effective interest rate. The carrying amount of the financial assets including uncollectible trade receivables is reduced by the impairment loss through the use of an allowance account. Subsequent recoveries of amounts previously written off are credited against the allowance account. Changes in the carrying amount of the allowance account are recognised in profit or loss. The company’s debt instruments carried at amortised cost (trade debtors) are subject to AASB 9’s three-stage expected credit loss model. The trade debtors are considered low 98

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credit risk and therefore the impairment allowance is limited to 12 months’ expected credit loss. I. Impairment of long-lived assets At the end of each reporting period the company assesses whether there is any indication that individual assets are impaired. Where impairment indicators exist, a recoverable amount is determined and impairment losses are recognised in profit or loss where the asset’s carrying value exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the higher of an asset’s fair value less costs to sell and value in use. For the purpose of assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. Where it is not possible to estimate recoverable amount for an individual asset, recoverable amount is determined for the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs. J. Inventories Inventories comprise goods for distribution and goods for resale at no or nominal consideration as part of the company’s charitable activities. Inventories may be purchased or received by way of donation. Inventories are carried at the lower of cost or net realisable value. The cost is the purchase price of the items. The inventory is made up of supplies purchased for members and units, consisting of uniform items, items for the vessels, promotional and educational materials. Goods for resale No value is prescribed to goods for resale that have been donated to the company where the fair value cannot be reliably determined. The cost of bringing each item to its present location and condition is determined on a first-in, first-out basis. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less estimated costs necessary to make the sale. K. Property, plant and equipment Property, plant and equipment is carried at cost or deemed cost less accumulated depreciation.

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Depreciation Depreciation is calculated on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful life, or in the case of leasehold improvements and certain leased plant and equipment, the shorter lease term, as follows: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v)

Communications equipment – over 4 years Furniture and fittings – over 4 years IT and office equipment – over 3 years Motor vehicles – over 5 years Rescue vessels and rescue vessel equipment – over 5-10 years

The assets’ residual values and useful lives are reviewed and adjusted, if appropriate, at the end of each reporting period. Gains and losses on disposals are calculated as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the asset’s carrying amount and are included in profit or loss in the year that the item is derecognised. L. Trade and other payables Trade payables are recognised initially at their fair value, which is the amount expected to be paid, and subsequently at amortised cost. These amounts represent liabilities for services provided to the company prior to the end of financial year which are unpaid. The amounts are unsecured and are usually paid within 60 days of recognition.

M. Employee benefits Employee benefits comprise wages and salaries, annual, non-accumulating sick and long service leave and contributions to superannuation plans. Liabilities for wages and salaries expected to be settled within 12 months of balance date are recognised in other payables in respect of employees’ services up to the reporting date. Liabilities for annual leave in respect of employees’ services up to the reporting date which are expected to be settled within 12 months after the end of the period in which the employees render the related services are recognised in the provision for annual leave.

Other long-term employee benefits The company’s liabilities for annual leave and long service leave are included in other long-term benefits as they are not expected to be settled wholly within twelve (12) months after the end of the period in which the employees render the related service. They are measured at the present value of the expected future payments to be made to employees. The expected future payments incorporate anticipated future wage and salary levels, experience of employee departures and periods of service and are discounted at rates determined by reference to market yields at the end of the reporting period on high quality corporate bonds that have maturity dates that approximate the timing of the estimated future cash outflows. Any re-measurements arising from experience adjustments and changes in assumptions are recognised in profit or loss in the periods in which the changes occur. The company presents employee benefit obligations as current liabilities in the statement of financial position if the company does not have an unconditional right to defer settlement for at least twelve (12) months after the reporting period, irrespective of when the actual settlement is expected to take place. Post-employment benefits plans The company provides post-employment benefits though defined contribution plans. N. Economic dependence The company is dependent upon the ongoing receipt of State Government grants and community and corporate donations to ensure the ongoing continuance of its programs. At the date of this report, management has no reason to believe this financial support will not continue.

Both liabilities are measured at the amounts expected to be paid when the liabilities are settled. Liabilities for nonaccumulating sick leave are recognised when the leave is taken and are measured at the rates paid or payable. The company pays contributions to certain defined contribution superannuation plans. Contributions are recognised in the income statement when they are due. The company has no obligation to pay further contributions to these plans if the plans do not hold sufficient assets to pay all employee benefits relating to employee service in current and prior periods. Annual Report 2022-2023

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

O. Lease policy The Company has leases over buildings. Terms and conditions of leases ● The company has the right to use buildings in 1 location in NSW. ● The company has a right to use buildings at Hungry Point Reserve, Cronulla for $42,358 per year. The term of the lease is 3 years, however Management is currently negotiating a longer term. The buildings are required for the Marine Rescue NSW Staff Headquarters and the Marine Rescue NSW Botany/ Port Hacking Unit. ● The company has elected to measure the right of use asset arising from the concessionary leases at cost which is based on the associated lease liability. Policies At the lease commencement, the company recognises a right-of-use asset and associated lease liability for the lease term. The lease term includes extension periods where the company believes it is reasonably certain that the option will be exercised. The right-of-use asset is measured using the cost model where cost on initial recognition comprises of the lease liability, initial direct costs, prepaid lease payments, estimated cost of removal and restoration less any lease incentives. The right-of-use asset is depreciated over the lease term on a straight-line basis and assessed for impairment in accordance with the impairment of assets accounting policy. The right-of-use asset is assessed for impairment indicators at each reporting date.

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The lease liability is initially measured at the present value of the remaining lease payments at the commencement of the lease. The discount rate is the rate implicit in the lease, however where this cannot be readily determined then the company’s incremental borrowing rate is used. Subsequent to initial recognition, the lease liability is measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method. The lease liability is remeasured whether there is a lease modification, change in estimate of the lease term or index upon which the lease payments are based (e.g. CPI) or a change in the company’s assessment of lease term. Where the lease liability is remeasured, the right-of-use asset is adjusted to reflect the re-measurement or is recorded in profit or loss if the carrying amount of the right-of-use asset has been reduced to zero. The company has elected to apply the exceptions to lease accounting for leases of low-value assets. For these leases, the company recognises the payments associated with these leases as an expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

3. Information To Be Furnished Under The NSW Charitable Fundraising Act 1991

2023

2022

(a) Details of aggregate gross income and total expenditure of fundraising appeals Gross proceeds from fundraising appeals Donations

1,217,681

1,051,150

Market stalls, functions & barbeques

645,417

363,929

Bingos, raffles

499,152

314,700

Other fundraising

520,678

390,686

2,882,928

2,120,465

Market stalls, functions & barbeques

338,280

131,842

Bingos, raffles

151,581

86,306

Other fundraising

72,464

98,125

562,325

316,273

2,320,603

1,804,192

Total gross proceeds from fundraising appeals Direct costs of fundraising appeals

Total direct costs of fundraising appeals

Net surplus from fundraising appeals

The surplus of fundraising is applied in the charitable purposes of Volunteer Marine Rescue NSW, including the acquisition of vessels and other equipment. Fundraising appeals include all individual fundraising activities at units and at Headquarters across the company.

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4. Revenue

2023

2022

Revenue from contracts with customers Activities income

674,110

355,042

Sale of goods

188,766

93,137

Total revenue from contracts with customers

862,876

448,179

NSW Government Core Grant and funding

11,291,503

11,199,717

NSW recreational boat licence and registration levy

6,232,526

6,611,591

Other grants - NSW Government and Non-Government

3,618,255

1,205,823

Fundraising and sponsorship

1,347,572

1,069,315

Donations

1,217,681

1,051,150

23,707,537

21,137,596

Profit on sale of assets

397,814

276,838

Other income

293,184

104,882

Total other income

690,998

381,720

25,261,411

21,967,495

39,615

231,430

NSW Government

14,618,806

11,896,837

Local Government

4,094

49,913

247,243

227,361

14,909,758

12,405,541

Other revenue

Total other revenue Other income

Total revenue

Government funding and other grants Commonwealth Government

Other / Non-Government Total Government funding and other grants

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5. Trade And Other Receivables

2023

2022

Trade receivables

823,116

613,810

Other receivables

801,321

663,260

1,624,437

1,277,070

Total trade and other receivables

6. Inventories 2023 Stock on hand - uniforms

2022 380,562

379,466

Stock on hand – ratings and ranks

27,220

26,818

Stock on hand – Unit items/equipment

153,188

240,284

Total inventories

560,970

646,568

7. Property, Plant And Equipment 2023 Assets under construction - general

2022 6,298,280

3,358,744

At cost

14,422,443

12,595,550

Less: accumulated depreciation

(2,055,250)

(1,601,151)

Total buildings/leasehold improvements

12,367,193

10,994,399

At cost

8,181,196

7,508,743

Less: accumulated depreciation

(5,477,593)

(4,267,375)

Total communications equipment

2,703,603

3,241,368

At cost

818,969

799,645

Less: accumulated depreciation

(690,052)

(618,785)

Total furniture, fixtures and fittings

128,917

180,860

Buildings/leasehold improvements

Communications equipment

Furniture, fixtures and fittings

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2022

IT, office, plant and equipment At cost

2,610,966

2,409,579

Less: accumulated depreciation

(2,171,797)

(1,808,235)

Total IT, office, plant and equipment

439,169

601,344

At cost

3,979,815

2,657,803

Less: accumulated depreciation

(1,870,276)

(1,420,725)

Total motor vehicles

2,109,539

1,237,078

33,301,864

30,763,965

1,193,615

436,204

Less: accumulated depreciation

(18,472,627)

(16,234,236)

Total rescue vessels

16,022,852

14,965,933

At cost

3,530,994

2,394,892

Less: accumulated depreciation

(2,065,023)

(1,727,387)

Total rescue vessel equipment

1,465,971

667,505

Total property, plant and equipment

41,535,524

35,247,231

Motor vehicles

Rescue vessels At cost Under construction

Rescue vessel equipment

Reconciliations Reconciliations of the carrying amounts of each class of property, plant & equipment at the beginning and end of the current and previous financial year are set out below: Assets under construction 6,298,280

3,358,744

Carrying amount at the beginning of the financial year

10,994,399

10,177,741

Additions at cost

1,826,893

1,225,962

Depreciation

(454,099)

(409,304)

12,367,193

10,994,399

3,241,368

1,364,681

672,453

2,655,509

Depreciation

(1,210,218)

(778,822)

Carrying amount at the end of the financial year

2,703,603

3,241,368

Additions at cost Buildings/leasehold improvements

Carrying amount at the end of the financial year Communications equipment Carrying amount at the beginning of the financial year Additions at cost

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2023

2022

Furniture, fixtures and fittings Carrying amount at the beginning of the financial year

180,860

160,133

Additions at cost

19,324

83,527

Depreciation

(71,267)

(62,800)

Carrying amount at the end of the financial year

128,917

180,860

Carrying amount at the beginning of the financial year

601,344

438,283

Additions at cost

201,387

456,488

Depreciation

(363,562)

(293,427)

Carrying amount at the end of the financial year

439,169

601,344

Carrying amount at the beginning of the financial year

1,237,078

895,951

Additions at cost

1,402,888

770,954

(71,729)

Depreciation

(530,427)

(358,098)

Carrying amount at the end of the financial year

2,109,539

1,237,078

Carrying amount at the beginning of the financial year

14,965,933

14,507,853

Additions at cost

2,889,541

4,915,495

Under construction

757,411

(1,450,997)

(411,988)

Depreciation

(2,590,033)

(2,594,430)

Carrying amount at the end of the financial year

16,022,852

14,965,933

Carrying amount at the beginning of the financial year

667,505

878,620

Additions at cost

1,147,847

145,560

(38,027)

Depreciation

(349,381)

(318,648)

Carrying amount at the end of the financial year

1,465,971

667,505

41,535,524

35,247,231

IT, office, plant and equipment

Motor vehicles

Disposals

Rescue vessels

Disposals

Rescue vessel equipment

Disposals

Total Property, Plant and Equipment

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8. Right of Use Assets

Buildings Balance as at 30 June 2022

Total 256,937

256,937

(36,706)

Reductions in right of use assets due to changes in lease laibility

Impairment of right of use assets

220,231

Additions to right of use assets Depreciation charge

Balance as at 30 June 2023

9. Trade and Other Payables 2023

2022

Trade payables

729,124

451,186

Other payables

563,473

476,676

1,292,597

927,862

Total trade and other payables

The average period for payment of creditors is 14 days. No interest is charged on the outstanding balance.

10. Contract Liabilities 2023 Grant monies received in advance

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2022 4,378,616

2,085,725

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

11. Borrowings

2023

2022

(a) Current Bank Loan (Westpac Leasing Facility) - secured

139,407

206,229

514,277

622,974

(b) Non-current Bank Loan (Westpac Leasing Facility) -secured

12. Provisions 2023

2022

(a) Current Annual leave

765,966

768,938

Long service leave

79,979

62,074

845,945

831,012

279,806

303,807

(b) Non-current Long service leave

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13. Related Parties And Related Party Transactions

2023

2022

The Directors act in an honorary capacity and receive no compensation for their services. Directors may receive reimbursement for expenses incurred in fulfilling their roles. Key management personnel compensation Any person(s) having authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities of the entity, directly or indirectly, including its committee members, is considered key management personnel. Compensation received by key management personnel

1,260,786

1,141,550

14. Members' Liability And Numbers 2023 The liability of the members is limited. Every member of the Company undertakes to contribute to the assets of the Company, in the event of the same being wound up while s/he is a member, or within one year after s/ he ceases to be a member, for payment of the debts and the liabilities of the Company (contracted before he ceases to be a member) and of the costs, charges and expenses of winding up and for the adjustment of the rights of the contributors among themselves, such amount as may be required not exceeding two dollars ($2.00). The number of members were: Regular Members

108

2,555

Provisional Members

659

Other

130

Total

3,344

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15. Auditor's Remuneration

2023

2022

Auditor's Remuneration Amounts paid to Auditor for: Audit of the financial report

44,500

42,500

Other Services

16. Leases 2023

2022

(a) Lease impact in the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income The amounts recognised in the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income relating to leases where the company is the lessee are shown below: Interest on liabilities

48,635

39,079

Expenses relating to leases of low value assets

173,211

138,200

Total cash outflow for leases

465,985

563,858

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17. Cash Flow Information

2023

2022

(a) Reconciliation of cash and cash equivalents For the purposes of the cash flow statement, cash and cash equivalents includes cash on hand and in banks and investments in money market instruments, net of outstanding bank overdrafts. Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the financial year as shown in the cash flow statement is reconciled to the related items in the balance sheet as follows: Cash and cash equivalents

15,659,395

13,584,820

(b) Reconciliation of surplus for the year to net cash flows from operating activities Surplus for the year

6,147,762

5,640,470

Interest income received and receivable

(137,363)

(15,572)

Depreciation charged

5,605,692

4,861,250

Profit on disposal of assets

(397,814)

(276,838)

Interest on finance leases

48,635

39,079

Movement in receivables

(347,367)

101,606

Movement in inventories

85,598

(124,198)

Movement in provisions

(9,068)

142,565

Movement in payables

2,657,626

605,400

13,653,701

10,973,762

Changes in net assets and liabilities

Net cash from operating activities

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18. Registered Office And Principal Places Of Business The Registered Office of the company is: Volunteer Marine Rescue NSW (Trading as Marine Rescue NSW) Building 1, 202 Nicholson Parade, Cronulla NSW 2230 Phone: 02 8071 4848 Web: marinerescuensw.com.au Email: admin@marinerescuensw.com.au The Principal Places of Business are located at the following Marine Rescue NSW bases (from north to south): 1 Point Danger 2 Brunswick 3 Cape Byron 4 Ballina 5 Evans Head 6 Iluka Yamba 7 Wooli 8 Woolgoolga 9 Coffs Harbour 10 Nambucca 11 Trial Bay 12 Port Macquarie 13 Lord Howe Island 14 Camden Haven 15 Crowdy Harrington 16 Forster Tuncurry 17 Port Stephens 18 Lemon Tree Passage 19 Newcastle 20 Lake Macquarie 21 Norah Head 22 Tuggerah Lakes 23 Central Coast

24 Terrigal 25 Hawkesbury 26 Cottage Point 27 Broken Bay 28 Sydney 29 Middle Harbour 30 Port Jackson 31 Botany Port Hacking 32 Port Kembla 33 Shellharbour 34 Shoalhaven 35 Jervis Bay 36 Sussex Inlet 37 Ulladulla 38 Kioloa 39 Batemans Bay 40 Tuross Moruya 41 Narooma 42 Bermagui 43 Merimbula 44 Eden 45 Alpine Lakes 46 Moama

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