The Minns Labor Government is protecting NSW communities from bushfires and other emergencies,
delivering 290 new and refurbished firefighting vehicles to NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) brigades
across the state over the past year.

The firefighting tankers and new operational technology and equipment come as a boost to the RFS
ahead of the upcoming bushfire season.

The milestone reflects the NSW Government’s ongoing investment in frontline emergency services,
supporting firefighter safety, operational readiness and community safety.

Most trucks have been deployed to regional areas, with two delivered to Heathcote benefiting
communities from Bulli to Sutherland. Deployed trucks have already assisted in May’s flood recovery
activities on the mid north-coast and are equipped with rescue capabilities. Along with firefighting
fleet, the RFS has refurbished their Mobile Command Centre and upgraded base camps to
accommodate not only frontline personnel, but evacuated residents during a crisis.

Building on the NSW Bushfire Inquiry and other inquiry recommendations to modernise the RFS fleet,
the trucks are equipped with Mobile Data Terminals improving crews’ communication, connectivity
and safety in remote and disaster-impacted areas.

The equipment and resources are vital to the state’s bush fire readiness and expand the RFS capability
and versatility in supporting emergency responses in NSW.

The Bush Fire Danger Period for parts of northern NSW begins on 1 August, with the Danger Period
for the entire state beginning 1 October.

Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib said:
“This Government is committed to providing frontline volunteers with the equipment and technology
they need and the strongest support possible.

“These new trucks and the logistics support demonstrate the versatility of the RFS; regardless of the
wet weather, they’ve been undertaking vital work with the SES over recent months, and I thank our
volunteers.”

Member for Heathcote Maryanne Stuart said:
“These two new, modern fire trucks are a huge win for Heathcote! They're going to give our amazing
volunteer firefighters a real boost, helping them keep doing their fantastic work here at home and
across the state during emergencies.”

“These vehicles feature the latest in crew protection systems and are designed to operate in tough
conditions, which is so important to keeping our volunteers safe.”

“As my electorate sits within dense bushland, these new trucks should help the community as a whole
to feel better prepared coming into bushfire season, which is just around the corner.”