Riddells Creek Fire Brigade has received a boost before the upcoming fire season, with a funding announcement that will go toward replacing a forward command vehicle.
The unit was one of seven CFAs in the Macedon electorate to benefit from the state government Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program.
The funding is calculated by the state government matching every $1 paid by volunteer groups with a $2 contribution.
The $56,667 boost will replace the brigade’s primary forward command vehicle, which is specifically designed for incident response.
Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas said the boost would help to confirm that community emergency services equipment is ready to go when needed.
“These grants will give our fantastic hard working volunteers the equipment, vehicles and amenities needed to effectively carry out their duties and keep us safe,” Ms Thomas said.
Riddells Creek is an area that has previously been exposed to bushfire damage, including a 10-hectare blaze that tore through the town in January 2017.
In the lead up to the bushfire season, CFA has launched a free Fire Safety Outreach Program, where community members can lodge their questions about how best to prepare their properties.
To lodge a question, contact: nwr-commeng@cfa.vic.gov.au
Oliver Lees
