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Rural firies mark start of RFS Week
Minister for Police and Corrective Services and Minister for Fire and Emergency Services The Honourable Mark Ryan
Rural Fire Service (RFS) Week 2021 was officially launched at the Rocksberg Moorina Rural Fire Station today.
Minister for Fire and Emergency Services Mark Ryan MP said RFS Week is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the amazing work of RFS volunteers.
“This week we pay tribute to the incredible dedication and resilience of our more than 30,000 RFS volunteers,” Mr Ryan said.
“Our RFS volunteers give up time they may otherwise spend with family and friends to dedicate to activities, such as emergency response, training, helping communities to prepare for bushfires and protecting their communities when disaster strikes.
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Marine Rescue Services buoyed by $470k boost
Minister for Police and Corrective Services and Minister for Fire and Emergency Services The Honourable Mark Ryan
Queensland boating and marine enthusiasts will be safer on the water following the announcement of a $470,000 grant program for Volunteer Marine Rescue Squadrons and Coast Guard Flotillas to support emergency response capability.
Minister for Fire and Emergency Services Mark Ryan MP, said the new investment would enhance marine rescue services across the State.
“To complement our $35 million commitment to establish an integrated single marine rescue service following the recommendations of the Blue Water Review, this grant program will directly support frontline units and relieve the fundraising burden on volunteers,” Mr Ryan said.