The 2023 NSW Surf Lifesaver of the Year, Cheryl McCarthy from Bermagui SLSC believes her achievements over several decades within the movement – recognised with the NSW Awards of Excellence top honour on 26 August – all come down to passion.
Even in winter, the NSW Sapphire Coast sparkles. Although cool, temperatures are usually several degrees warmer than Canberra this time of year and the seaside crowds are thinner on the ground than in summertime.