Mandurah’s incredible emergency service volunteers were recognised and celebrated at a special awards night last week.
Nine local emergency service units and individuals were honoured with Community Spirit Awards at the 2025 Emergency Services Volunteer Appreciation Evening on 22 October, highlighting their dedication and efforts in assisting the community in times of need.
Hosted by the City of Mandurah with the theme ‘Dedicating Time, Saving Lives’, the biennial event brought together more than 130 volunteers representing service units from across Mandurah. The event provided an opportunity to network and show appreciation towards those who dedicate their time to saving lives and property.
Community Spirit Awards were presented to individuals, response teams and units for their contributions towards supporting and protecting the community throughout the year.
The recipients were:
• St John Ambulance – Dawesville: Gerhard Stoop
• Mandurah Southern Districts Bush Fire Brigade: Unit Award
• Mandurah Volunteer Marine Rescue Group: Greg Mansell
• Falcon Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service: Unit Award
• Mandurah State Emergency Service: Jack Longthorn
• St John Ambulance – Event Health Services (Mandurah): Unit Award
• Mandurah Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service: Wade Goodhill
• Mandurah Surf Life Saving Club: Mandurah SLSC Beach Safety Incursion
• Port Bouvard Surf Life Saving Club: Unit Award
Congratulations to all the winners, and every volunteer for their efforts and community spirit – their work is crucial to making the community feel safe and comforted in times of need.
