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Community fundraisers support Menindee RFS Brigade with essential equipment

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Kimberly Grabham

29 September 2025, 11:00 PM

Community fundraisers support Menindee RFS Brigade with essential equipment

Local volunteers have rallied to provide the Menindee Rural Fire Service Brigade with vital equipment through generous community donations.

The NSW RFS Menindee Brigade has received new gazebos as the latest addition to equipment purchased through the dedicated efforts of the Menindee Community Fundraisers.

The recent gazebo donation follows previous community-funded purchases that have significantly enhanced the brigade's operational capacity, including air conditioning units and a boat trailer for the local RFS.

Brigade members have expressed their gratitude to the fundraising committee, particularly acknowledging the efforts of Joanne, Adam, Darryl, and Gary, along with all community members who continue to support the brigade's essential work.

The equipment donations represent substantial community investment in local emergency services capability. Gazebos provide crucial shelter during extended firefighting operations and community events, while the previously donated air conditioning ensures volunteer comfort during the extreme heat that often accompanies fire season activities.

The boat trailer enhances the brigade's water rescue and firefighting capabilities, particularly important for a community located on the Darling River where water access can be vital during emergency operations.

Community fundraising efforts demonstrate the strong local support for volunteer firefighters who protect the Menindee area. These volunteers regularly face challenging conditions during fire season, often working long hours in extreme temperatures to protect lives and property.

The Menindee Community Fundraisers' ongoing commitment ensures the local RFS brigade has access to equipment that might otherwise strain the organisation's budget, allowing them to focus resources on training and operations.

For rural communities like Menindee, volunteer fire services are essential lifelines, and community support through fundraising initiatives helps ensure these services remain well-equipped and ready to respond when needed.

The brigade's appreciation for community support highlights the collaborative spirit that characterises rural emergency services, where volunteers and community members work together to maintain safety and emergency preparedness.

Community members interested in supporting local emergency services can contact the NSW RFS Menindee Brigade or the Menindee Community Fundraisers.


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