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Leadership Courses and Profesioanl Development Events for Swim Instructors, Lifeguards, Aquatic Facility Managers and Swim School Managers Commendations Nomination Paper Form Commendations Nomination Paper Form Commendation Awards Commendations Nomination Online Form 2023 Commendation Booklet The Royal Life Saving Commendations Program exists to formally recognise acts that reflect the values and principles of lifesaving, courage, service, community responsibility, and a commitment to protecting human life. Through this program, Royal Life Saving NSW|ACT|TAS acknowledges individuals whose actions have made a significant impact during emergency situations and critical incidents across our communities. Commendations provide an opportunity to celebrate the efforts of everyday people, volunteers, professionals, and organisations whose actions contribute to safer communities and demonstrate the importance of lifesaving knowledge, preparedness, and community spirit. Each nomination undergoes a detailed assessment process to ensure recognition is awarded fairly and consistently against established criteria. The program aims not only to acknowledge individual actions but also to highlight the importance of rescue, first aid, resuscitation, emergency response, and community support in preventing loss of life. Below you will find a breakdown of the nomination process, eligibility requirements, assessment information, and important details to assist you in completing a nomination. Nominations are open to members of the community, emergency service personnel, community organisations, government organisations, and individuals across New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, and Tasmania. Any person may submit a nomination. Please complete the Royal Life Saving Commendations Application Form and provide as much detail as possible, including the date and location of the incident, a description of the nominee’s actions, witness details and contact information, and any supporting evidence or documentation. A separate nomination form must be completed for each individual nominee, even if multiple people were involved in the same incident. Supporting documents such as witness statements, photographs, media articles, and other relevant evidence can also be submitted with the application. Nominations for emergency service personnel, including Police, Ambulance, Fire and Rescue, Rural Fire Service, and State Emergency Service personnel, must first be submitted through the relevant agency's Awards or Protocols Unit before being forwarded to Royal Life Saving for consideration. Recognition categories are available for community members, emergency service personnel, and members of community or government organisations. A successful rescue outcome is not required, as nominations are assessed on the actions taken and how they align with recognised lifesaving principles and practices. All nominations are reviewed by the Royal Life Saving Commendations Committee against established award criteria, and submission of a nomination does not guarantee the granting of an award or citation. Nominations are accepted throughout the year; however, to be considered in the next annual awards cycle, they should ideally be received by 1 November. Please note that the assessment process may take 12–18 months or longer. All nominations are treated as strictly confidential, and nominees should not be informed that they have been nominated. If additional supporting information becomes available after a nomination has been submitted, it may be provided while the nomination remains under review. All nominations are assessed by the Royal Life Saving Commendations Committee against the established award criteria. Commendation ceremonies are held annually, with recipients from New South Wales recognised at Government House, recipients from the Australian Capital Territory recognised at a ceremony within the ACT, and recipients from Tasmania recognised at a ceremony held within Tasmania. View the stories from some of our 2023 Award Recipients. Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied To view previous citations and awards, download and have a look at our 2023 Commendations Booklet Nominations Nominations for Commendations must be made through the following Royal Life Saving Commendations Application Form. For assistance completing this form or questions about the nomination process, please contact Royal Life Saving NSW Commendations Committee: Email: events@royalnsw.com.au Post: RLS Commendations Committee PO BOX 8307 Baulkham Hills NSW 2153 Commendations Nomination Paper Form Commendations Nomination Online Form

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Contact Royal Life Saving for all of you Swimming, Water Safety, Lifeguard Training, Swim Teacher and Aquatic Risk Management needs. CONTACT US Contact Us We would love to hear from you and would be happy to assist with further details for our water safety programs, courses, products and resources. Thanks for submitting! Submit For any media (MEDIA ONLY) - Royal Life Saving is always happy to assist members of the media in any way we can and we welcome media enquiries. Email: media @royalnsw.com.au In the first instance, if you have a media enquiry, kindly ring Media Manager on 0421380715 For all other enquiries please contact us via the contact details listed below: Head Office 34/10 Gladstone Road, Castle Hill NSW 2154 PO Box 8307, Baulkham Hills BC NSW 2153 Telephone: (02) 9634 3700 Email: nsw@royalnsw.com.au Royal Life Saving Aquatic Academy - Seven Hills 78 Best Road, Seven Hills NSW 2147 Telephone: (02) 8814 8637 Fax: (02) 8814 8687 Email: sevenhills@royalnsw.com.au Royal Life Saving Aquatic Academy - Denistone East 47 Lovell Road, Eastwood NSW 2122 Telephone: (02) 9067 3840 Email: denistoneeast@royalnsw.com.au Hunter Region McDonalds Jones Administration Building 294 Turton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 2292 PO Box 412, The Junction NSW 2291 Telephone: (02) 4929 5600 Email: hunter@royalnsw.com.au Illawarra Region Government Office Block, Level 2 84 Crown Street, Wollongong NSW 2500 PO Box 574, Wollongong NSW 2520 Telephone: (02) 4225 0108 Fax: (02) 4228 5399 Email: illawarra@royalnsw.com.au Riverina Region Bolton Park Swimming and Recreation Centre, Morgan Street, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 PO Box 701, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 Telephone: (02) 6921 7422 Fax: (02) 6921 7124 Email: riverina@royalnsw.com.au Northern Region Unit 10/26 Orlando Street Coffs Harbour NSW 2450 PO Box 2455, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450 Telephone: (02) 6651 6266 Fax: (02) 6651 6980 Email: northern@royalnsw.com.au Western Region Carl Sharpe Cricket Centre 113 Lords Place Orange NSW 2800 Telephone: (02) 6395 9716 Email: western@royalnsw.com.au Southern Region & ACT Unit 1, Royal Life Saving House, 26-28 Napier Close, Deakin ACT 2600 PO Box 337, Curtin ACT 2605 Telephone (02) 6260 5800 Fax (02) 6260 5900 Email act@royalact.com.au Tasmania 4 Franklin St, Lindisfarne TAS 7015 PO Box 112, Lindisfarne TAS 7015 Telephone: (03) 6243 7558 Email: tas@royaltas.com.au ABN: 18 340 694 038 Our Major Partners

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