MEDIA RELEASE
2 October 2025
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LOCAL VOLUNTEERS RECOGNISED WITH
RFSA MID NORTH COAST RECOVERY TOUR
NSW Rural Fire Service Association (RFSA) has paid tribute to the RFS members, volunteers and staff, who dropped everything to help their community in need during the devastating floods across the Mid North Coast region earlier this year.
To say thanks and acknowledge the incredible work undertaken, RFSA has partnered with local musicians Grace + Hugh. There will be three celebration events happening over the October long weekend: evening events with Grace + Hugh in Taree (3 Oct) and Macksville (4 Oct), and an RFSA Family Day at Billabong Zoo Port Macquarie (5 Oct).
RFSA events are organised to celebrate the work of RFS members and thank them for their ongoing efforts to support our local community and aid the recovery of the region.
RFSA Recovery Events and Family Days are also an opportunity for RFS members to thank their families for their support during times of emergency. RFSA celebrations are a chance for members to rest and recover and also provide access to important mental health support services which are made available onsite at all events.
RFSA President Scott Campbell said the RFSA is committed to supporting volunteer firefighters and their families all year round. “The RFSA is here to support our volunteer firefighters across the state. As demonstrated during the recent floods, RFS volunteers act immediately to respond in times of need, taking time away from their jobs and families to protect people and property,” Mr Campbell said.
“Recovery Events and Family Days are all about recognising what our members do to help others and giving them a chance to relax and enjoy time away from flood, fire and other emergencies. It’s also a chance to celebrate the families of RFS members, as the success and efforts of our volunteers would not be possible without family support and flexibility during tough times.”
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About us:
The RFSA is the representative organisation of the volunteers and staff of the NSW Rural Fire Service, recognised in the Rural Fires Act 1997 (NSW). With over 40,000 members – more than 99% of them volunteers – the RFSA runs a range of assistance programs, including equipment grants for Rural Fire Brigades, sponsorship of RFS events, scholarships, volunteer family days and other mental health support programs, as well as advocating on behalf of members to the agency and government more broadly.
Contact details:
Amy Grodzicki 0448 519 000
