Sunday was a day of recognition and celebration for a number of NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) brigades in the Hunter Valley.
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Glendonbrook and Glennies Creek RFS crews celebrated the opening of their new stations.
Long-serving members were also acknowledged for their continuing contribution to the service.
NSW RFS deputy commissioner Rob Rogers was honoured to present 69 local Long Service Medals.
These dedicated people have served a combined total of 2145 years.
“This significant commitment demonstrates that the tradition of volunteering is thriving in this region,” Mr Rogers said.
He also made particular mention of Kevin Monkley, Dick Burley, Des March, Bruce Wake, Darcy Jones and Peter Wake, who have each been valued members of the service for more than 60 years.
“These volunteers have shown a significant commitment to RFS and their communities since joining their brigades in the 1950s,” Mr Rogers said.
“It is an honour to present these awards and reflect upon the outstanding achievements of these members.”
Glennies Creek Brigade captain Nigel Moore said it was good to see a lot of people turn up to the station’s official opening.
“It’s a great community asset,” he told the Hunter Valley News.
“I’d like to thank the members, the community, and Hunter Valley RFS.”
The Glendonbrook facility – the brigade’s first station – features two truck bays, a conference room, storage facilities and a captain’s office, while the new Glennies Creek station is situated in a more central location than the previous shed.
New members are always welcome to join the NSW RFS.
To find out which brigade location is best suited to you, phone 6574 5186.