As the fire season begins our state has been under severe risk. Our Hills District hearth fighters have been requested to help in areas underneath menace in Tenterfield and Glenn Innes.
The Hills district has many fireplace fighters on their means for deployment all through the Mid North Coast on section 44 wildfires and there might be more deployments throughout this risky 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 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 at the ceremony.
The National Emergency Medal is awarded to persons who rendered sustained or significant service during nationally important emergencies in Australia, including the 2019-2020 bush fires.
The commissioner mentioned “Members of The Hills District have at all times answered the decision, not only aiding with incidents regionally but also to communities in need throughout the state.”
Kenthurst RFS proudly honours two extraordinary members of our staff, Sue Talbert and Anthony Papallo for their exceptional commitment 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 completely inspiring. Kenthurst News at The Fire Station are both shining examples of the spirit that defines the NSW Rural Fire Service. We are immensely pleased with your exceptional achievements and deeply grateful on 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 more than 70,000 dedicated volunteers right throughout NSW.
NSW RFS volunteers are prepared to reply to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days every week, all 12 months spherical, attending a spread of incidents from bush and grass fires to accommodate and construction fires, street accidents and aiding at other events like floods, storms, and searches.
Volunteering with the NSW RFS presents you the chance to study new and valuable expertise that will not solely assist you in your voluntary position but in day-to-day life and even your office. It can be an opportunity to meet individuals you wouldn’t usually meet.
For many of our members, it’s also about being part of a wonderful custom and an organisation with a very proud history.
Anyone wishing to hitch meet at Kenthurst Fire station on Saturday at 1pm or call 0402 114 628.