Local heroes in action at emergency expo

TWEED residents will have a chance to meet the region’s frontline responders at a free Emergency Services Expo later this month.

The family-friendly event, hosted by Tweed Shire Council at Jack Evans Boat Harbour, will feature live demonstrations and interactive displays from emergency services including Police, Ambulance, SES, Fire and Rescue, Marine Rescue, Surf Lifesaving and the Red Cross.

Tweed Shire mayor Chris Cherry said the expo would help build resilience after the devastating floods and weather events of recent years.

“These disasters have shown us how vital it is to be informed, aware and prepared to face disasters,” Cr Cherry said.

“Getting to know our emergency responders, watching them in action, and learning how we can all do our part in disaster preparedness will help make Tweed a safer, more resilient community.”

Visitors will be able to explore emergency vehicles and equipment, including fire trucks, rescue boats and all-terrain vehicles, and learn how crews respond during crisis situations.

The expo runs from 10am on Saturday, May 31.