The Redland City State Emergency Service (SES) Unit has again shone bright at the annual Queensland SES Awards, with members winning two major awards and being a finalist in a third.Heather Robertson was awarded the State Young Member of the Year; Cindel Richardson was awarded the Suncorp Spirit of the SES Award; and Justin Kirkby was a finalist in the State Member of the Year.The Queensland SES Awards were held in Brisbane on Saturday 31 August 2024 as part of SES Week.Redland City Mayor and Local Disaster Management Group Chair Jos Mitchell said the results were an “outstanding success”.Cindel Richardson, Mayor Jos Mitchell and Heather Robertson.“The State Young Member of the Year award only commenced last year and the Redland City SES Unit have now won for both years,” the Mayor said.“Heather’s tremendous efforts, efficiency and enthusiasm were recognised this year, following Sidrah Harcourt from Redland Bay SES Group winning the inaugural award in 2023.”At the SES Brisbane Regional Awards Night held earlier in August, Heather was awarded Regional Young Member of the Year, while Justin was named Regional Member of the Year 2024 for his outstanding leadership, dedication and commitment.SES State Young Member of the Year Heather Robertson, left, and Suncorp Spirit of the SES Award winner Cindel Richardson at the awards ceremony.The Mayor said the Suncorp Spirit of the SES Award won by Cindel was only offered at State level.

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