Born with a passion for the sea, Mario grew up on the Italian coast, spending his days swimming, sailing, and surfing. In 2009, he moved to Australia to pursue his dream of becoming an ocean lifeguard, quickly becoming the first Italian lifeguard at Bondi Beach. Today, with years of experience in rescues, competitive ocean sports, and lifeguard training, Mario co-leads SwellBound to inspire others to respect and master the ocean.
A lifelong ocean enthusiast, Chris honed his water skills on the beaches of Bronte and Bondi, where he eventually found his calling as a lifeguard. Known for his deep understanding of water dynamics and his talent for training others, Chris brings an essential blend of practical know-how and passion to SwellBound’s mission of safe ocean exploration.
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Born with a passion for the sea, Mario grew up on the Italian coast, spending his days swimming, sailing, and surfing. In 2009, he moved to Australia to pursue his dream of becoming an ocean lifeguard, quickly becoming the first Italian lifeguard at Bondi Beach. Today, with years of experience in rescues, competitive ocean sports, and lifeguard training, Mario co-leads SwellBound to inspire others to respect and master the ocean.
Bluegum Mechanical was established in 1999, I began my apprenticeship here in 2002 and completed in 2006. Since I bought the business in 2008 the loyalty shown by its early customers has grown. Whether you are a fleet manager or a private vehicle owner, the same standards of service apply.