12 new firefighters are the latest emergency service recruits for the Central Coast, following their graduation from the Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Emergency Services Academy last Friday.
Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch said each firefighter received world-class training from the state-of-the-art Academy at Orchard Hills.
“These recruits have shown they have the diverse skills, capabilities and talents required to undertake the varied work that our firefighters do – from educating the community about fire safety and providing emergency medical care to responding to fires, natural disasters and hazmat incidents,” Mr Crouch said.
“I am pleased the 12 new firefighters will be allocated to Fire Stations that cover all corners of the Central Coast region.”
Minister for Police and Emergency Services David Elliott congratulated the recruits for embarking on a rewarding career that will ultimately put them on the frontline when it comes to protecting their communities.
“The men and women who graduate as part of this class have already shown that they have what it takes to protect the irreplaceable,” Mr Elliott said.
“These Fire and Rescue personnel begin their careers at a time when our frontline workers have never been more necessary, and they know they will have the full support of the NSW Government throughout their new careers.”
Last month, the NSW Government also announced a $192 million commitment in response to the Independent Bushfire Inquiry, including $36 million for a new mental health strategy that will support all emergency service first responders.
Station |
Number |
Budgewoi |
1 |
Kariong (Retained) |
3 |
Saratoga |
1 |
Terrigal |
1 |
Toukley |
3 |
Umina (Retained) |
1 |
Wyoming |
2 |
Total |
12 |