“Always remember the power of a simple smile, a helping hand, a listening ear, and a kind word.”
- Don Ritchie
The Don Ritchie Grove was established in memory of Don Ritchie OAM who officially rescued 160 people over 45 years at the Gap in Watsons Bay.
Don Ritchie lived close to The Gap and was known to invite people into his home for a cup of tea if they looked to be in a time of trouble.
In 2011, he received the Local Hero Awards from the National Australia Day Council who said: “His kind words and invitations into his home in times of trouble have made an enormous difference… with such simple actions, Don has saved an extraordinary number of lives.”
A beautiful green pocket has been set aside in memory of the Angel of the Gap which you’ll pass on the first leg of the Walk from Bondi Beach to Watsons Bay.
