Peter Connell named "Official of the Year"

North Burleigh SLSC Life Member, Peter Connell, has been named the 2008 Australian Official of the Year.

Peter's tireless efforts were noted at at the Awards of Excellence function for the Australian Titles in Perth in front of fellow officials and Surf Life Saving Executives.

This award recognises and rewards officials who have made a significant contribution to the area of officiating within surf lifesaving with regards to both the commitment shown to officiating over the calendar year and their contribution towards official's educational development.

Essential Criteria

1. Must be an SLSA member
2. Must be a current accredited surf sports official throughout the 2008 calendar year
3. It will need to be demonstrated that the nominated official has outstanding achievement(s) in respect to lifesaving officiating at an international and/or national and/or state level
4. The nominated surf sports officials will be those who present a positive image of the role of surf sports officiating and surf lifesaving
5. Demonstration that the nominated official is involved with official's education

Peter's contribution included-

- Officiating at many local, regional, state, national and international carnivals, including referee for World Masters Championships in 2008.
- Presented a pool clinic for more than 50 competitors and officials prior to the Northern Australian Pool Championships
- Also contributes to a number of advisory boards at State and National level.

Congratulations to Peter from your friends at North Burleigh!