Celebrating Oldest Lifesavers

The Victorian Branch of the Royal Life Saving Society Australia (RLSSA) is looking for their oldest lifesavers. Celebrating their centenary in December 2003, the Victorian Branch of RLSSA is looking to commemorate this milestone by inviting the 100 oldest lifesavers in Victoria to be special guests at the celebrations.

Centenary ambassador is Hazel Pierce, age 81, who joined Mordialloc Life Saving Club in 1954. After nearly 50 years of dedication to the club, Mrs. Pierce is entering her 28th year as Club President.


The Victorian Branch of the Royal Life Saving Society Australia (RLSSA) is looking for their oldest lifesavers. Celebrating their centenary in December 2003, the Victorian Branch of RLSSA is looking to commemorate this milestone by inviting the 100 oldest lifesavers in Victoria to be special guests at the celebrations.

Centenary ambassador is Hazel Pierce, age 81, who joined Mordialloc Life Saving Club in 1954. After nearly 50 years of dedication to the club, Mrs. Pierce is entering her 28th year as Club President.

Victorians are also being urged to nominate people whose actions in the area of aquatic safety have been recognised with rescue awards.

The Victorian branch of the RLSSA was set up in 1904, and today continues their work in water safety education, lifeguard training, and public awareness campaigns to prevent drowning accidents. A gala celebration recognising members of the “100 Club was held in December, 2004.