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Lifeguard wins award

 

Gosford Council's Woy Woy pool lifeguard Michael Leddy of Killcare has won the inaugural Lifeguard of the Year Award.

Mr Leddy accepted the award at a national conference on August 1 in Ulladulla at a presentation dinner for the Aquatic Recreation Institute of Australia.

He won the award for acting beyond the normal duties of his position.

While visiting a hardware store for pool supplies, Mr Leddy attended a man who suffered a heart attack.

He worked unaided on the victim in adverse conditions until emergency services arrived.

The award also recognised his outstanding customer service and performance in the workplace.

Earlier this year, Gosford Council beach lifeguard Paul Stone won the National Beach Lifeguard of the Year Award.

Press release, August