DEMONSTRATING BRAVERY AND COMPASSION || A big shout out to Year 10 student Saffron, who recently responded to several heat-related incidents as part of her heatwave patrol duties with the Mentone Lifesaving Club. With temperatures nudging 44°C, the beach was extremely busy, and one particularly serious incident involved an unconscious patient, where Saffron worked calmly and professionally alongside fellow lifesavers until Ambulance Victoria arrived. During this time, Saffron assisted with moving the patient, preparing oxygen and maintaining observation and care.

Mentone LSC’s GM of Lifesaving Services and Patrol Captain, Shad Wall, praised the patrol response, noting that Saffron and her fellow lifesavers cared for the patient with dignity, showing an unpanicked and professional composure well beyond their years.

We’re proud to see our students making a positive impact beyond the classroom, supported by outstanding community organisations. Well done, Saffron!