Surf Life Saver of the Week - 25

Published: April 12, 2023 Last Updated: April 13, 2023

Welcome Phil 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?

4 years. I was talked into it by Chris Carroll. He said it would be a good fit. Turns out he was right. Oh and plus the active member discount upstairs is great.

 

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

It has exceeded my expectations, in every way. The patrols, the beach, the members – all combine to make it a complete experience.

 

On a lighter side

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

Mostly in Sydney. Spent weekends surfing beaches up and down the coast.

 

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

Worked at a pub. I was under age at the time and had a lot of fun with the regulars.

 

Q – Any nicknames?

In high school it was ‘Mad Dog’. Now my grandfather name is ‘Pippi’.

 

Q – Any Hobbies?

Surfing, obviously.

Also gardening. I grow plants which are edible (mostly) and that is very satisfying. Recently I have taken up wood carving.

 

Q – Favourite Music/Musician/Band

Has there ever been a better band than the Rolling Stones?

 

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

No. But my wife sure can. Favourite dish is fresh caught sandcrab sandwiches, on fresh white bread, lashings of butter and topped with a cold beer.

 

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

You didn’t read the answer to the previous question….

 

Thank you Phil

 

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

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