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Australia Day honours for CFA members
Country Fire Authority volunteers are among those who have been awarded the highest honour for a member of any Australian fire service.
The Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM) recognises distinguished service paid or volunteer members, with this year’s recipients including four volunteers who have been honoured for their service to CFA.
Ross Coyle – Wodonga West Fire Brigade
Ian Hay – Gisborne Fire Brigade
Mark Roberts – Cobden Fire Brigade
Leighton Wraith – Dunkeld Fire Brigade
After joining CFA as a volunteer in 1985, Ross Coyle has held significant leadership roles during numerous campaign fires in North East Victoria, as well as many smaller fires in the area.