PHOTO: FRNSW engaged with local Indigenous Elders and firefighters to strengthen their relationship with the community. (Supplied)
Walgett’s Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) recruitment numbers have never been strong, but a recent program has set the blueprint to improve safety in the community, and dispel some myths about joining the team at the same time.
On 13-14 December, FRNSW teamed up with community elders to deliver a series of home fire safety visits in Walgett, going door to door around town and to neighbouring missions, offering safety advice and assistance where it was needed…