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Members of the Clarence valley Life Saver Rescue Helicopter support group. A similar group is being launched in the Brunswick valley this week.
Members of the Clarence valley Life Saver Rescue Helicopter support group. A similar group is being launched in the Brunswick valley this week.

The Life Saver Rescue Helicopter is looking to launch a brand new Volunteer Support Group in the Brunswick valley.

An open meeting is being held on Thursday (August 20), at 5.30pm for a 6pm start, at the Brunswick Bowls Club, for anyone interested in registering to join the group.

Fundraising manager for the service, Zeke Huish said, ‘Volunteers are such a big part of our service and the time and support they provide through fundraising helps to keep our operations flying and saving lives.’

‘Volunteering is a great way to meet new friends and socialise and we encourage anyone looking to be a part of a community group to come long and become part of the team,’ he added.

For more information about becoming a volunteer, you can call the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter on 6627 4444.

 



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