As the fire season starts our state has been underneath critical threat. Our Hills District fire fighters have been asked to assist in areas underneath threat in Tenterfield and Glenn Innes.
Kenthurst News at The Fire Station has many hearth fighters on their method for deployment all through the Mid North Coast on section 44 wildfires and there shall be extra deployments throughout this risky fire season.
L-R: Robyn Preston MP, Anthony Papallo, Commissioner Rob Rogers
AWARDS NIGHT
More than 20 members of the Hills District RFS have been recognised for their dedication and achievements at a particular ceremony held on the Dural Country Club.
Commissioner of the RFS Rob Rogers joined the Hills District Manager Superintendent Glen McCartney to present three National Emergency Medals, 1 Humanitarian Overseas Service Medal, thirteen National Medals and 5 Long Service Medals to the members on the ceremony.
The National Emergency Medal is awarded to persons who rendered sustained or important service during nationally vital emergencies in Australia, together with the 2019-2020 bush fires.
The commissioner stated “Members of The Hills District have all the time answered the decision, not solely assisting with incidents locally but additionally to communities in need throughout the state.”
Kenthurst RFS proudly honours two extraordinary members of our team, Sue Talbert and Anthony Papallo for his or her distinctive commitment and repair.
Sue has been awarded her 2nd Clasp for the National Medal, marking over 35 years of service.
Anthony has earned his 10-year Long Service Medal.
L-R: Councillor Mark Hodges MP, Sue Talbert, Commissioner Rob Rogers
Their unwavering dedication to our community is absolutely inspiring. They are each shining examples of the spirit that defines the NSW Rural Fire Service. We are immensely pleased with your outstanding achievements and deeply grateful for your service.
ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO YOUR COMMUNITY? BECOME A NSW RFS VOLUNTEER
The NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) is the world’s largest volunteer hearth service, made up of greater than 70,000 dedicated volunteers proper throughout NSW.
NSW RFS volunteers are ready to answer emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, all year round, attending a range of incidents from bush and grass fires to accommodate and structure fires, highway accidents and assisting at different events like floods, storms, and searches.
Volunteering with the NSW RFS presents you the opportunity to be taught new and useful expertise that gained't solely help you in your voluntary function however in day-to-day life and even your office. It is also a chance to fulfill folks you wouldn’t normally meet.
For a lot of our members, it’s additionally about being part of a wonderful custom and an organisation with a really proud history.
Anyone wishing to affix meet at Kenthurst Fire station on Saturday at 1pm or name 0402 114 628.