Surf Life Saver Profile - Week 15

Published: January 25, 2023 Last Updated: February 03, 2023

Welcome David 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 joined Coolum Beach SLSC in September 2021. I had always wanted to join a surf club since I was a teenager, but never really had the opportunity until now! Love being in the ocean and helping others to understand it better and be safe.

 

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

It's been awesome! Coolum is such a friendly and welcoming club and I’ve loved getting to know different people who aren’t on my patrol. Been involved in quite a few rescues which has been interesting…..so grateful for the quality training we had during the bronze course!

I got involved with the IRB racing team last season as well and this was a hoot! So much fun being part of the Coolum Team and attending those carnivals.

 

On a lighter side

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

Grew up in the Blue Mountains just outside Sydney, a fair way from the beach. My cousins all lived in Wollongong and whenever we got down there for a visit I would spend most of the time at the beach.

 

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

Blimey! There’s been so many different things over the years! I was a MotorBike courier in London back in the 80s, did some acting in a few movies too, also ran a film studio... but best job probably was when I achieved my childhood dream and opened my own restaurant in Salisbury UK, back in 1999. Over the last 15yrs have definitely enjoyed being a personal trainer and gym owner back in Newcastle - it's always so rewarding to help people on their fitness journey and see the changes they make.

 

Q – Any nicknames?

Nothing that’s polite!

 

Q – Any Hobbies?

Love anything to do with exercise and adventure, Sunny Coast has so much to offer!

Food and wine also a big passion so it always good to have that balance

 

Q – Favourite Music/Musician/Band

I’m a 70s/80s boy and love diving back into those teenage years with some classic Cold Chiesel, Midnight Oil, AC/DC, ChoirBoys, Angels etc

 

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

Very lucky to have studied Hotel Management when I left school and love cooking and sharing scrummy with friends. Been doing a lot of Ceviche Snapper lately, so good to eat in summer and great to share with others!

 

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

I can hear the Italian ancestors screaming!! No Pineapple in the Pizza!!

 

Thanks for sharing with us David