Join the NSW RFSA and access
wide-ranging support and benefits
As a member of the NSW RFS, you qualify for membership in the NSW Rural Fire Service Association (RFSA).
The RFSA is committed to supporting our members in protecting their community, with a range of initiatives and benefits to enhance your volunteer service, and experience.
Joining the RFSA is free.
We support the personal and professional development of our Members
Sponsorships
We sponsor a wide range of initiatives that focus on enhancing member skills and knowledge, including:
- State Championships
- Regional and District exercises
- Brigade Celebrations
- The Australian Fire Cadet Championships.
Scholarships
We offer annual scholarships to enhance the knowledge, skills and personal development of our members to best serve the community and achieve individual goals.
Section 44 Support
The RFSA provides support to NSW RFS members when a Section 44 event is declared, including clean t-shirts, hot beverages and meals.
Grant Scheme
The RFSA distributes grants to improve member welfare and access to amenities. Grants have been provided for portable fridges, hot fire training facilities and emergency airstrip construction.
NSW RFSA Shop
Our shop gives members discounted pricing on a range of items including uniforms, casual clothing, tools and accessories firefighters require.
Assistance for members in times of need
The RFSA is run by members, for members, and we are committed to supporting them when they need assistance or are experiencing hardship.
Counselling & Support
The RFSA actively supports NSW RFS Counselling, Support and Chaplaincy services, through our activities
and financially.
RFSA Welfare Fund
This fund assists injured firefighters, and those who have suffered loss or damage to their homes, farms and livestock.
RFSA Plus offers members great discounts and benefits that the RFSA has negotiated with quality providers.
PREFERRED PROVIDER
PROVIDERS
St John
10% discount on all training (including e-learning), 20% all personal first aid kits and seasonal offers.
Firefighters Mutual Bank
Firefighters Mutual Bank is a bank dedicated to fire and emergency service employees, volunteers and their families Australia wide.
Visit our website to find out more, including the results of our recent survey of RFSA members.
Personalised Member Portal
The RFSA website features a Member-Only, personalised portal, where you can access a wide range of member benefits:
- Support and assistance programs for you
- Shop for RFS gear, tools and equipment at member discounted prices
- Applications for Grants, Scholarships and Sponsorships
- Special offers and discounts.
To receive all the benefits the RFSA provides our members, be sure to tick the ‘I Accept’ box at the bottom of your RFS membership application.
South Penrith
NSW 2750
Australia
Penrith BC
NSW 2751
Australia