Central Coast Home & Lifestyle Magazine Spring 2025

Multi-million-dollar Fire and Rescue Boost T he Central Coast will soon benefit from an enhanced emergency response thanks to upgrades across Fire and Rescue NSW properties and fleet. Work is well underway on a $1.8 million fire station refurbishment at Umina, while a new million dollar rescue truck will be stationed at nearby Gosford. Improvements at Umina Fire Station include upgraded facilities for the station’s 36 firefighters and the introduction of designated protection zones in line with FRNSW’s ‘Clean Fire Station Program.’ This measure reduces exposure to potentially contaminated material which can be brought back to stations from fires and emergency scenes. At nearby Gosford, crews are set to welcome a new ‘Rescue Pumper’, a truck specially designed in consultation with firefighters. Valued at more than $900,000, the truck will provide our communities with an enhanced rescue capability. The new truck also boasts updated storage allowing firefighters easier access to their most used tools, vastly improving operational response times. NSW Government is investing an additional $17 million over two years into the renewal of the State’s firefighting fleet, strengthening our frontline emergency response. This two year investment will deliver more than 15 new fire trucks to replace ageing vehicles, with initial funding part of a $98.7 million capital program over the next year which also funds new and upgraded fire stations. Quotes attributable to Minister for

Liesl Tesch MP, Minister for Emergency Services, Jihad Dib & Fire and Rescue Umina Crew

communities. “Our local firefighters serve our community every day, putting themselves in harm’s way to protect our community. Along with Gosford’s new truck, Umina’s modern and safety-focused upgrades showcase the NSW Government’s commitment to putting the wellbeing of local firefighters serving the community front and centre.” Quotes attributable to FRNSW Acting Area Commander, Matthew Waldon: “We are excited about the upgrades delivered by the NSW government and FRNSW. “Umina Fire Station was last upgraded in 2001 when it was converted from an indoor sports centre, so the refurbishments are significant. “For our crews further north in Gosford, I know they are certainly keen to familiarise themselves with the new and innovative Rescue Pumper.”

Emergency Services, Jihad Dib: “The NSW Government is investing in our emergency services to deliver the equipment and infrastructure needed to support our firefighters and protect lives, property, and communities on the Central Coast. “This investment brings the station in line with modern standards and ensures a safe, clean work environment for firefighters. “Gosford’s brand-new fire truck will enhance response times and provide protection for Central Coast communities for years to come.” Quotes attributable to Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch: “As our Central Coast community grows, it’s so important that the capacity of our emergency services grow alongside our region. The refurbishments at Umina are significant and the changes will be very much welcomed by Central Coast

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