The heroes stood on the SCG pitch, and players, officials and 48,000 people in the crowd gave them a moving and rapturous standing ovation.
A moment of silence for the 15 victims of last month’s attack was held.
Al Ahmed was the final person to walk through the guard of honour, with his left arm in a still in a sling after being shot.
He was in St George Hospital for over a fortnight, and had surgery on his shoulder.
Al Ahmed was released from hospital on December 29.
“As lifeguards, we are incredibly proud to make Ahmed al-Ahmed an honorary member of the Bondi Lifeguards, recognising his selfless heroics that helped save lives,” a post said.
“Thank you… for your tribute to the first responders, and for once again allowing a moment’s silence in honour of the families affected by the Bondi attack.”
