Far South Coast Surf Life Saving Legend -Tony Rettke

Tony has spent more than 37 years as part of the lifesaving community on the South Coast, and as part of the recent Australia Day honours list was awarded the prestigious Emergency Service Medal. Tony credits surf lifesaving and specifically his beloved Tathra Club as being an integral part of the community in the way it brings people together from all ages and shapes and sizes. He has lived through many tragedies and is a very brave and courageous man totally deserving of the recognition of one of Australia's highest medals.