WESTERN Port and the Southern Peninsula waters will soon be safer under the protection of state-of-the-art rescue vessels thanks to new funding from the state government. Emergency Services Minister Vicki Ward visited the Coast Guard’s Hastings headquarters last week to announce the investment, which will deliver new rescue boats to the Coast Guard Western Port and the Southern Peninsula Rescue Squad by the middle of 2027. The vessels are designed to handle both nearshore and offshore emergencies, capable of operating up to 60 nautical miles from land. They’ll come equipped with advanced technology including thermal imaging systems, remote-controlled rescue devices,…
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SOUTHERN Peninsula Rescue Squad (SPRS) Victoria has received national recognition for its exceptional dedication to saving lives and rescue missions for nearly six decades.The volunteer team was awarded a commendation by the Australian National Search and Rescue Council on 16 October during a ceremony in Brisbane in recognition of its 58 years of dedicated service. It was also recognised by National Search and Rescue Council.The squad’s secretary Denis Baguley and president Kent Quigley accepted the award on behalf of the SPRS, saying the honour reflected the hard work and sacrifice of every team member. “This is a fantastic recognition for…
THE Southern Peninsula Rescue Squad has responded to more than 30 rescue calls this summer, prompting a concerning rise in the number of incidents across the region. It has been one of the busiest seasons for the search and rescue service despite safety campaigns from Safe Transport Victoria urging boaters and jet skiers to be prepared before heading out.The Southern Peninsula Rescue Squad is a not-for-profit volunteer marine search and rescue service, which has been based at the Blairgowrie marina for 58 years. It operates 24-7 with 31 local volunteers responding to all calls in southern Port Phillip Bay and…