
Robert Sheely
Robert Sheely is a seasoned firefighter from Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, with over 20 years of experience in fire suppression. Recently, he gained recognition for his remarkable efforts during a deployment to combat wildfires in the United States, where he worked tirelessly for two weeks, battling massive blazes including the Little Giant wildfire in Washington. For his outstanding contributions, Sheely was awarded a golden axe, a prestigious honor given to firefighters worldwide, by Cle Elum Mayor Matthew Lundh. Back in New Zealand, he continues to serve as a volunteer firefighter while managing his business, Extreme Turf, and preparing for an anticipated busy fire season.
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Sheely was awarded the Golden Axe for his outstanding work during wildfire deployments in the US.
On The Up: Hawke’s Bay firefighter Robert Sheely awarded Golden Axe after US wildfire deployment
