By CASEY NEILL
Noble Park CFA has grown from 12 members just a few years ago to more than 60.
Captain Terence Sanford said 14 new members had just completed their minimum skills course.
“We’re one of the most diverse brigades in the state, with members coming from all backgrounds,” he said.
On Tuesday 21 June Club Noble presented the brigade with a $2000 donation.
Capt Sanford said the two organisations had formed a strong partnership over the past couple of years.
“The brigade values the ongoing support from local community organisations,” he said.
“The money will be used to update important equipment on our fire trucks.
“We are also raising money to purchase a new fire-fighting appliance for the brigade, which will enhance our capability to the community and the state.”
The brigade attended more 250 calls last financial year, Capt Sanford said, and is 100 per cent volunteer.
Volunteers and paid firefighters at several stations across the state have recently clashed over a controversial new EBA proposed for professional firefighters.
Capt Sanford said it was business as usual for Noble Park.
“We’re focusing on providing high-level emergency service to the community, surrounding areas and the state of Victoria,” he said.
“We have a strong working relationship with our neighbouring brigades, both integrated and volunteer, which we value and will continue to work together to protect lives and property.”
