WITH 100 years’ combined experience, three of Shepparton’s dynamic and invaluable paramedics have retired after collectively treating of thousands of patients throughout their careers.
Kelvin Tingate was a paramedic for 38 years and will miss the comradery and how his co-workers were much like a family over the years. Kelvin has five children and three grandchildren to keep him busy in retirement and is looking forward to making good use of his caravan.
Rob Lothian dedicated 29.5 years to his paramedic career, he will miss the great people he worked with and met during his time. Rob embarked on a health journey himself last year so he is looking forward to extra time that he can spend hiking, biking, enjoying Australia’s landscape and renovating.
Stephen Palmer, 32.5 years into his tenure has decided now it’s time to enjoy some fishing, golfing and hunting. He has been in Shepparton since 1995 and enjoyed the various roles he was able to work in within Ambulance Victoria.
All three collectively agree they are looking forward to a normal sleep schedule.
