Wentworth Shire Council have partnered with the NSW Rural Fire Service Lower Western District on the official opening of the enhanced RFS Wentworth Airbase Lower Western Zone, at the Wentworth Aerodrome this week.
Council says the modern, two-storey facility marks a significant step forward for regional fire safety.
The upgraded airbase features:
- Two 45,000-litre water tanks
- Modern radio communications
- An aircraft loading pump
- Office and workshop facilities
General Manager Ken Ross said, “this development represents a significant step forward in our commitment to community safety and fire response capability.”
The airbase is a vital asset not only for NSW, but also for Victorian and South Australian emergency services, strengthening the tri-state firefighting network.
The event also saw the handover of five new and enhanced tankers to the Dareton, Ellerslie, Gol Gol, Polia, Pomona and Wentworth FCC brigades—a combined investment of over $1 million—ensuring local volunteers have the best equipment to protect the community.
Image: Wentworth Shire Council
