Celebrations in Witsand

Western Cape Tourism Minister, Alan Winde, officially opened the extended Sea Rescue boatshed in Witsand today and Executive Mayor, Clr Emor Nel, blessed the 8.5m rescue boat 'Breede Rescuer'. Both guests paid tribute to the incredible effort of the volunteers and thanked them for their contribution to the community and the effect on local tourism. Executive Mayor, Clr Emor Nel, blessed the 8.5m rescue boat “Breede Rescuer”.The ceremony was well attended by local supporters as well as representatives from the flanking rescue stations. In a special presentation, NSRI CEO honoured the valuable contribution of Rob Wilson who undertook to bring this dream to reality. Attie, Cleeve and Rob Charles Maema and NSRI Board Member Dr Dineo Moiloa with Executive Mayor, Clr Emor Nel, and Western Cape Minister of Tourism, Alan Winde It was lovely to have Tannie Gita Pretorius with us. Her late son, Leon Pretorius, was a former coxswain and Station Commander of Station 33 and we miss him dearly. We can always count on Heyneman Yamaha Outboards, Swellendam. They have a long history with the NSRI and take a personal interest in all our craft. Attie Gunter (Station Commander) with his daughter Karlie Lorraine Barry Martin with NSRI CEO, Dr Cleeve RobertsonImages taken by Meriel Bartlett are available on FLICKR https://www.flickr.com/photos/searescue/albums/72157627330230423