As Kenthurst News at The Fire Station begins our state has been underneath severe menace. Our Hills District hearth fighters have been asked to help in areas under threat in Tenterfield and Glenn Innes.
The Hills district has many fire fighters on their method for deployment throughout the Mid North Coast on part forty four wildfires and there might be more deployments throughout this unstable hearth 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 at the Dural Country Club.
Commissioner of the RFS Rob Rogers joined the Hills District Manager Superintendent Glen McCartney to current three National Emergency Medals, 1 Humanitarian Overseas Service Medal, thirteen National Medals and 5 Long Service Medals to the members at the ceremony.
The National Emergency Medal is awarded to persons who rendered sustained or important service during nationally vital emergencies in Australia, including the 2019-2020 bush fires.
The commissioner said “Members of The Hills District have all the time answered the decision, not solely aiding with incidents regionally but also to communities in want across the state.”
Kenthurst RFS proudly honours two extraordinary members of our staff, Sue Talbert and Anthony Papallo for his or her exceptional dedication and service.
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 group is absolutely inspiring. They are both shining examples of the spirit that defines the NSW Rural Fire Service. We are immensely happy with your exceptional 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 fireplace service, made up of greater than 70,000 dedicated volunteers proper across NSW.
NSW RFS volunteers are ready to answer emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days every week, all year round, attending a range of incidents from bush and grass fires to deal with and construction fires, highway accidents and helping at different events like floods, storms, and searches.
Volunteering with the NSW RFS offers you the chance to study new and priceless abilities that received't only assist you in your voluntary function but in day-to-day life and even your office. It is also a chance to fulfill people you wouldn’t normally meet.
For a lot of our members, it’s additionally about being part of an exquisite tradition and an organisation with a very proud historical past.
Anyone wishing to affix meet at Kenthurst Fire station on Saturday at 1pm or name 0402 114 628.