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Construction will begin in the months ahead, with both projects to be completed by late 2026.<\/p>\n
As well as the upgraded units, Ballina and Murwillumbah will receive new vehicles as part of a multimillion-dollar investment by the Government.<\/p>\n
Ballina will receive a flood rescue vehicle worth $270,000 and a high clearance vehicle valued at $800,000 will be stationed at Murwillumbah, for use across the region.<\/p>\n
Flood rescue vehicles can carry a small rescue boat and crew and are designed for use in remote and rugged areas.<\/p>\n
High clearance vehicles can be used for a range of tasks during floods, including resupply and search and rescue missions.<\/p>\n
“We’re incredibly grateful to the SES volunteers for the work they do during natural disasters but also the support they show to the community at all other times,” Tweed mayor Chris Cherry said.<\/p>\n
“I’m really pleased we’ve been able to come together to ensure the SES have the equipment they need, and facilities to provide the community with excellent service.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
A STATE funding boost worth more than $6.5 million will be invested in new SES buildings at Ballina and Murwillumbah to assist in rescues and response efforts across the region. SES members were joined by NSW Emergency Services minister Jihad Dib and local officials this week for the first sod turning at the new centre […]<\/p>\n