Galston, Glenorie and Hills Rural News

Galston Rural Fire Brigade News

- By Kara Dubois

Crew Leader Training

Members of the Galston Brigade are always looking for opportunit­ies to increase their knowledge and skills within the organisati­on. Throughout the year members will often complete additional levels of training in both operationa­l and non-operationa­l areas. We currently have four members completing their Crew Leader training. Once successful, it will give them the potential to become a Brigade Officer and to also lead teams on a fireground.

Internatio­nal Women’s Day

Last month marked Internatio­nal Women's Day. It was a day to remind us to celebrate the growing number of women in various roles throughout the NSW Rural Fire Service, and especially within our local Galston Brigade.

Each year, a growing number of women are choosing to become part of our organisati­on that is dedicated to helping the community. If you are thinking of joining, give us a call, or visit the RFS website: www.rfs. nsw.gov.au

Bush fire season draws to a close

April marks the end of the statutory Bush Fire Danger Period, which began on 1 October 2017 and ended

31 March 2018.

While we can expect a lower bushfire risk as the weather cools down, everyone in bushfire prone areas should always be fire ready. Visit the RFS website or call the Bush Fire Informatio­n Line - 1800 NSW RFS (1800 679 737) for more informatio­n.

Brigade Contact Details: Duty mobile: 0491 119 152 Email: info@galstonrfb.org.au

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