Fred joined North Bondi in 1948 after returning from WWII service in the Bomeo jungle and went on to become a life member. He excelled as a patroller, patrol captain, club vice captain, branch delegate and committeeman. He was a hands on treasurer who promoted our House Fund Raisers and Art Unions. Fred was treasurer from 1959-67, 1970-73 and 1978-79. He marched in our top March Past teams, attended Sunday Surf races and winter Surf races.