NSW Rural Fire Service Association

About Us

Assistance Programs

We are committed to supporting our members as they protect the community. The RFSA does this via a range of ‘giving’ programs that directly benefit members.

The RFSA Grant Scheme provides financial assistance to individual brigades, support groups and districts for purposes not covered by Government funding.

Sponsorship

Opportunities for Members to gain skills and knowledge are supported by the RFSA by ongoing sponsorship of NSW RFS programs, including:

  • State Championships
  • Regional and District exercises
  • Young Members Group
  • The Australian Fire Cadet Championships.

 

RFSA Welfare Fund

Another RFSA initiative is the creation and funding of the RFSA Welfare Fund, which provides assistance for members in times of need.

 

Scholarships

The RFSA provides annual scholarships to enhance the knowledge, skills and personal development of our members so they can best serve the community and achieve their individual goals.

The annual scholarships are available to both NSW RFS volunteers and staff.

Grant Scheme

A key objective of the RFSA is to distribute a high percentage of proceeds generated from our funding programs as grants to NSW RFS volunteer brigades and support groups to improve the level of equipment, training and welfare of their members; and provide an overall community benefit.

All NSW RFS Brigades and Districts can apply for a Grant individually or collectively.

 

NSW RFS Young Members Group

The RFSA is proud to be a supporter of the NSW RFS Young Members Group (YMG).

YMG provides an effective communications channel between young NSW RFS members and the broader membership, developing partnerships and leadership skills.

Chaplaincy, Counselling & Family Support

The RFSA is committed to providing member welfare for those in need of assistance or who are experiencing hardship. We have a broad range of measures in place, supporting the work of the NSW RFS Chaplains and Critical Incident Support Services who provide care for volunteers, staff and their families.

Our welfare fund assists not just injured firefighters, but those who have suffered loss or damage to their homes, farms and livestock.

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RFSA State Board

Introducing your current RFSA State Board 2023 – 2025

Scott Campbell

PRESIDENT

Volunteer
Clarence Valley

Steve Robinson

VICE PRESIDENT
Volunteer
Central Coast

Vikki Bingley

SECRETARY

Volunteer
Southern Tablelands

Brian Millar

TREASURER
Volunteer
Southern Border

Troy Dowley

MEMBER
Volunteer
Lower Western

Glenda Howell

MEMBER
Volunteer
Mid Lachlan Valley

Jason Lewington

MEMBER
Volunteer
Far South Coast

Leah Ross

MEMBER
Volunteer
Far North Coast

David Stimson

MEMBER
Staff
Southern Highlands

Glenn Wall

MEMBER
Volunteer
Lower Hunter

RFSA Structure

The State Council is the RFSA’s governing body with a Chairperson and Delegate from each of 17 RFSA Divisions. Each Division correlates to NSW Rural Fire Service’s Districts/Teams/Zones, ensuring comprehensive state-wide representation.

The RFSA’s State Board oversees the day-to-day running of the Association. It reviews and approves strategies and action plans for the continuing development of the Association. The State Board comprises both volunteer and staff members of the Rural Fire Service in NSW, bringing together an appropriate mix of skills and experience to address the affairs of the RFSA.