Hedland volunteers Kayden and Joey go head to head with Pilbara youth at the Marine volunteer Awards

Hedland volunteers Kayden Lawrence and Joey Hollandrose have been recognised as finalists in the State’s Marine Rescue Awards. They will go head to head with volunteers at Marine Rescue Dampier and Esperance in the youth category. Marine Rescue Dampier volunteers Brayden Zuks and Emelene Burton will also represent the Pilbara in the outstanding individual contribution category. The volunteer accolades span youth achievement, outstanding group operations and individual contributions. PHMR volunteer and award nominee Joey Hollandrose said she couldn't believe the nomination was real and it was “amazing to find out she was nominated. “I’ve been volunteering for nearly just over a year now. I joined because I was thinking about what I could do outside of school to give back to the community and keep people safe,” she said. The 16-year-old plans to pursue her passion for the maritime industry when she completes her year 12 studies next year. PHMR Commander Zac Slaughter said he was proud of the young volunteer’s achievements and they deserved the recognition for their tireless and selfless work for the organisation. The awards are expected to be held this Saturday at the Crown Ballroom in Perth