In August 2025, while visiting a relative’s home in Broome, Perth father Sandy Spratt heard a sudden silence near the gated pool and found his daughter Adaleena unconscious, face‑down in the water. He sprinted to the edge, hauled her out, and began CPR immediately, restoring her consciousness before paramedics arrived.
Adaleena was taken to Broome Hospital where she stayed for several days; she made a full recovery and returned to her regular routine. Spratt’s quick action not only saved a life but also earned him a place among 84 recipients of the Royal Life Saving WA Bravery Award on 9 October 2026.
Chief executive Peter Leaversuch lauded Spratt’s instinctive response, noting that his training—earned through a former job—allowed him to act without hesitation. The award ceremony highlighted that lifesaving skills belong to anyone, not just professionals.
Spratt used the recognition to push a broader message: that first‑aid and CPR courses can prevent tragedies, especially in unfamiliar holiday settings where children may slip unnoticed. He urged families to be vigilant and to learn the skills that could one day save a child’s life.