PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSONThe heroes of marine search and rescue in Dunedin were honoured at an awards ceremony at Careys Bay Hotel, near Port Chalmers, last night. Among the members of Dunedin Marine Search and Rescue receiving awards was Keith Simon, who was given an outstanding service award for his more than 30 years' service. His award citation said Mr Simon started his career in marine search and rescue when he moved to Taieri Mouth to become a fisherman. Due to the diminishing number of fishing boats to assist with search and rescue, Mr Simon became the go-to person for marine assistance. He was later recognised by police when he was appointed as a marine search and rescue adviser to them and the Balclutha District Council has also taken his advice.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 18, 2019 14:37 UTC