Saving lives and growth: The focus for Marine Rescue Eden
by Marine Rescue NSW 6 Jun 06:52 BST
Xray 30 is the rescue vessel based at Marine Rescue Eden © Marine Rescue NSW
Marine Rescue Eden leaders Roger Barson and Nancy Weatherman have been re-elected to continue guiding the unit's mission of saving lives on the water.
Barson was appointed Unit Commander in February 2024 and will now remain in the role until June 2027. He will continue to be supported by re-elected Deputy Unit Commander Nancy Weatherman.
"We are both excited to be steering the unit and supporting boating safety on the Far South Coast," Barson said.
"Nancy is a wonderful support and knows the unit inside out — her knowledge is invaluable," he added.
Barson said he and 2024 Marine Rescue NSW Officer of the Year, Weatherman, are eager to continue the important work the unit has been doing on and off the water.
"We are a strong, efficient group of 40 impressive volunteers who manage marine radio communications and carry out rescues on the water.
"Recruitment is a high priority for the unit. We have recently onboarded five new volunteers and would like to continue growing the team while encouraging boating safety.
"Marine Rescue Eden is actively seeking more volunteer radio operators and vessel crew. Future volunteers need no prior experience — we provide full, free training and the opportunity to give back to the community by supporting and assisting boaters in the greatest office in the world: the waters of the Far South Coast and Twofold Bay," he said.
Unit Commander Barson is also reminding boaters to download the free Marine Rescue NSW app and always Log On with Marine Rescue NSW via the app or VHF channel 16 before heading out on the water.
"We would like to see all boaters making Logging On part of their pre-launch routine.
"It only takes a minute to Log On and ensures our highly skilled and dedicated volunteers can keep watch for a boater's safe return.
"In the event a boater doesn't return as planned, a search will be initiated," he said.
Those looking to enquire about volunteering with Marine Rescue Eden can call (02) 6497 2500 or visit www.marinerescuensw.com.au/become-a-volunteer.
Marine Rescue NSW is a volunteer based not-for-profit professional organisation dedicated to keeping boaters safe on the water and supporting local communities.