Surf Life Saver Profile of the Week - 13

Published: January 11, 2023

Welcome Chris and thanks for sharing with us

 

So let’s get deep and meaningful straight up

Q – How long have you been in Coolum Surf Life Saving Club and what  motivated you to volunteer your time?

I have been a member for 16 years, originally joining to cook the BBQ for David Hopgood’s Brisbane member’s patrol

 

Q – Is your experience so far what you thought it would be?

Yes, and more. I have learnt an awful lot about Surf Life Saving and about the efforts our volunteer committee members put in

 

On a lighter side

Q – Where did you grow up? (Assuming you’ve grown up)

Brissie born and bred. Although looking forward to my adventures on my bush block.

 

Q – What’s the best job you’ve ever had?

Training apprentice mechanics. That was very rewarding

 

Q – Any nicknames?

Smithies

 

Q – Any Hobbies?

Camping, sharing the outdoors with my children

 

Q – Favourite Music/Musician/Band

Soft techno/trance

 

Q – Can you cook and what’s your favourite dish to prepare?

Love working a BBQ, and cooking my chicken noodle soup for the IRB team.

 

Q – Final & Life defining Question…. Pineapple on Pizza, Yes or No??

Yes, I like all toppings on my pizza

 (Yayy!)

 

Thanks heaps for sharing Chris, you’re a legend.

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