Killcare Wagstaffe Rural Fire Brigade has received $3,994 from the Federal Labor Government’s 2023-24 Volunteer Grants.

The brigade has used the funding to purchase new equipment ahead of the fire season commencing.

Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid MP:

“Our rural fire service (RFS) members and volunteers are outstanding.

“They are dedicated community members who are prepared to risk their own safety to respond to bush fire emergencies and defend our communities.

“The new equipment that has been acquired will assist the Killcare Wagstaffe Rural Fire Brigade strengthen its volunteer capacity to respond to emergencies.

“I encourage our community on the Central Coast to be aware of the upcoming bushfire season and to take steps now to mitigate fire risks on properties.

“I look forward to continuing to support all our RFS organisations across the region”, Dr Reid said.

Quotes attributable to Killcare Wagstaffe Brigade Captain, Michelle Biddulph:

“The Killcare Wagstaffe Rural Fire Brigade has bought 2 portable pumps, 2 suction hoses, 2 canvas hoses with nozzles, and 2 fuel containers with the grant money.

“These will allow the Killcare Firies to better service the community by increasing our capabilities of accessing the Static Water Supplies (SWS) in our area.

“We have a SWS program where the community can register their dams, pools, and water tanks which the Firies can access to help protect their properties in an emergency.

“Anyone in the Killcare/Wagstaffe Community can email [email protected] to register their SWS.

“Property owners in other communities should make contact with their local Rural Fire Brigade or District office [email protected]”, Ms Biddulph said.

For more information about the Killcare Wagstaffe Rural Fire Brigade or to get involved, visit: https://www.killcarerfb.com/ or visit the service located at 4 Stanley Street, Killcare, NSW 2257.

Visit the NSW Rural Fire Service website for ways in which you can reduce your risks of fire: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/prepare-your-property

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