Recognising Our People. Celebrating Our Legacy.

The Aquatic and Recreation Institute NSW (ARI NSW) is proud to recognise the individuals whose dedication, leadership and contributions have helped shape our organisation and the wider aquatic and recreation industry.

Through our Life Membership and Fellowship honours, we acknowledge those who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to the Institute, contributed to its development and supported the advancement of our industry.

These individuals form an important part of ARI NSW's history, and we are proud to recognise their service and lasting contributions.



Life Members

Recognising exceptional dedication, leadership and service to the Institute.

Life Membership is one of the highest honours bestowed by the Aquatic and Recreation Institute, recognising individuals who have demonstrated longstanding commitment and exceptional service to the organisation.

Under the ARI Constitution, Life Membership generally recognises individuals who have maintained at least 10 years of full membership, served for a minimum of 12 years in an executive or Board capacity, and performed their duties to a standard of excellence.

Life Membership is awarded following a formal nomination and approval process at the Annual General Meeting, reflecting the significance of this recognition.

ARI NSW proudly recognises the following Life Members:

  • Dawn Thomas

  • Erik Hendrickson

  • Ross McManus

  • Lorraine Smith

  • Gary Penfold

  • David Macallister

  • Roz Neville

  • Stan Wall

  • Bill Meaney

  • Peter Wilson



Fellows of the ARI

Recognising outstanding professional and technical contributions.

Fellowship of the Aquatic and Recreation Institute is a distinguished honour awarded to individuals who have provided meritorious professional and/or technical service to the Institute.

Unlike Life Membership, Fellowship specifically recognises the significance of an individual's professional expertise, technical knowledge and contributions to the Institute.

Fellows are elected at an Annual General Meeting following approval of their nomination by the Board.

ARI NSW proudly recognises the following Fellowship recipients:

  • David Lloyd

  • John Davie

  • Peter Wilson

  • Stan Wall

  • Tim Batt

  • Adam Lloyd



Honouring Our History

ARI NSW's strength has been built on the commitment of individuals who have volunteered their time, shared their expertise and contributed to the ongoing development of our organisation.

We extend our sincere appreciation to all Life Members and Fellows, past and present, for their service and the legacy they have helped establish.

Their contributions continue to inspire the next generation of aquatic and recreation industry professionals.



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