Tassie’s finest

Reginald Llewellyn Trophy Corporal Felicity Tewson.

By CAPT Phil Pyke

CORPORAL Felicity Tewson, of No. 29 (City of Hobart) Squadron, has been recognised with an inaugural award presented in Hobart.

The Reginald Llewellyn Trophy is awarded to the State’s top Air Force Reservist and sponsored by the Claremont RSL.

CPL Tewson transferred to the Reserves nearly three years ago after 15 years’ full-time service. Her role covers driving and equipment movement tasks.

“I am pretty honoured and very flattered to receive the award,” she said.

“It was a surprise as I didn’t know that I had been nominated.”

During the presentation, 29SQN CO Wing Commander Geoff O’Hara commended CPL Tewson on her dedication and outstanding commitment to the Air Force Reserves and the Squadron.

The trophy is a tribute to RAF pilot Reginald Llewellyn, a past patron and president of the Claremont RSL.
He enlisted in the RAF in 1933, fought in the Battle of Britain and other theatres during World War II and was awarded the DFC and the DFM. Reg Llewellyn left the RAF in 1957 and emigrated to Australia in 1985 where he became a member of the Claremont RSL. He died in August 2000.

CPL Tewson realises the historical significance of the trophy.

“For me this award is very special as my grandfather also flew with the RAF and fought in World War II,” she said.
She is studying nursing at the University of Tasmania. She graduates next year and will take up a position at the North West Regional Hospital.

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