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Seville CFA give out annual awards



Seville Rural Fire Brigade CFA held their Annual Dinner and Awards Night at Payne’s Rise Winery recently, recognising the fine efforts of their members.

Former Captain David Clark received a very special tribute for his outstanding service as Captain for the past 10 years and an Appreciation Award was also presented to Ralph Mammi for looking after the grounds for the past 15 years.

The Captain’s Award went to Anthony Hudson, Fire Fighter of the Year to Adam Campbell and Most improved Fire Fighter to Kat Janssen, while Peter Seddon and Gerry Laan received Life Membership.

The following years of service certificates were awarded:

5 Year Certificate of Service:

Jackie Butler

Anthony Hudson

Steven Harrison

Rhiannan Rak

10 Year Medal:

Anthony Rogers

Mark Sharwood

Adam Campbell

15 Year Medal:

Paul Aubert

Scott Maddock

Peter Nolan

20 Year Medal:

Jason Webber

David Clark

35 Year Medal:

Ross Johnson

Gerry Laan

30 Year Medal (CFA Life Medal):

Peter Seddon

Neil St Clair

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