Surf Life Saver of the Week 22

Published: March 23, 2023 Last Updated: March 23, 2023

Welcome Dianne 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?

Joined 2009

Swimming in my strong suit so I thought I might be able to volunteer in a meaningful way. Coolum is my community and I wanted to be an active member of where I live

 

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

I have enjoyed it very much, chich is why I still do it at 76 years of age.

As a member of patrol, I really feel like I have something to give – not just cakes on our patrol day.

 

On a lighter side

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

Kiama, south coast of NSW. So, I have always had a strong connection to the sea. My childhood memories of the beach are there.

 

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

I've been a nurse for most of my working life, but have also studied when my children were young and I taught English in China for a year when I studied nursing. Teaching in rural China was an eye opener and I loved it. I also nursed in Saudi Arabia for a year and it was great

 

Q – Any nicknames?

Di

 

Q – Any Hobbies?

Reading, growing orchids & general gardening, rating movies, drinking with friends and having a chat

 

Q – Favourite Music/Musician/Band

Lots. All dependent on the mood.

Currently into singing Italian love songs - Il Divo the choice of the day, but always folk and blues 

 

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

Not so much anymore, basically couldn’t be bothered. So quick and easy thanks.

 

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

Either, neither. Not a huge pizza fan as I eat gluten free , but the surf club pizzas are the best (especially the prawn).

 

Thank you Di

 

If you’d like to share your story here with your mates, please contact your member officer - we’d all luv to hear it. Cheers