The Lennox Head community will greatly benefit from the official opening of a new rural fire brigade station at Lennox Head and a significant fleet enhancement for local brigades.

Commissioner of the RFS, Trent Curtin, joined special guests at an official opening ceremony to mark the occasion and hand over the keys to seven state-of-the-art vehicles.

(Photo: Lennox Head RFB)

"The Lennox Head Brigade has a proud history of protecting this region, and today’s opening gives them a modern, fit-for-purpose station to continue that vital work for generations to come,” Commissioner Curtin said.

“This new state-of-the-art facility is designed to better serve the growing needs of the brigade and provide them with modern and practical facilities in a new location. 

“The new station features two truck bays, a multipurpose space for training and meetings, change rooms and amenities and a storeroom, most of which the brigade did not have previously,” he said.

Commissioner Curtin also handed the keys over to six new firefighting tankers and a logistics vehicle.

“I am proud to hand the keys over to members of the Lennox Head, Mullumbimby, Main Arm, Cudgen, Byron Bay, Chillingham and Far North Coast Support Brigades,” said Commissioner Curtin.

 These new vehicles include the latest crew protection systems and capabilities, which will enable the brigades to strengthen their firefighting efforts in the local area.

“Providing RFS members with access to modern firefighting technology helps brigades prepare for and respond to fires and other incidents, no matter where they are across the state,” said Commissioner Curtin.

Minister for Emergency Services, Jihad Dib, said the NSW Government is proud to deliver state-of-the-art facilities and fleet to our RFS volunteers, who are called upon in times of need.

“Nearly $2.1 million has been invested into this facility that marks a significant milestone for the brigade’s 52 members and the local community,” said Minister Dib.

“Every upgraded station opened and new vehicle handed over is an investment by the NSW Government in the safety of our communities and appreciation for the dedication of our RFS volunteers.

“The strength of our emergency services lies in the collaboration between volunteers, local communities and government. This new station and vehicles will play a role in keeping people safe and preparing for whatever challenges mother nature sends our way.”