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The Royal Humane Society of NSW

The Society was founded in 1877 to honour the bravery of those who risk their lives to save others in dangerous situations.
Since then it has presented over 6,200 awards to civilians, members of the NSW emergency services, volunteers and children.

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A certificate of Merit from 1923 - The Royal Shipwreck Relief & Humane Society of NSW

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Notice of the 2026 Annual General Meeting of the Royal Humane Society NSW 

149th AGM

WHEN: 7th December, 11 am (EST).
WHERE: The Dobson Room, Level 3, City of Sydney Fire Station, 211-217 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW 2000 

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