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29 August, 2025
WW Fire Stations turns 100
Special guest and RFS high brass attend opening last Friday
CURRENT and former firefighters, alongside members of FRNSW’s leadership team, joined FRNSW Commissioner Jeremy Fewtrell at the station on Friday in the state’s Riverina region to celebrate the milestone.
Firefighters were first stationed at West Wyalong in the early 1900s, with the original crew of volunteers equipped only with a horse or hand-drawn manual pumps.
When the current fire station was built in 1924, the West Wyalong crew operated a Garford 15 appliance which could pump 250 gallons or 1,100 litres of water per minute. Today, the station is equipped with a modern fire engine capable of pumping almost three times that amount.
Over the past century, the station has responded to thousands of incidents, from fires to motor vehicle incidents and medical emergencies.
West Wyalong Captain, Doug Pratt said - “This event celebrates the commitment of everyone who has served at West Wyalong Fire Station during its rich 100-year history.
“I’m pleased to recognise the contribution made generations of firefighters, as well as the current crew and the dedicated families that support us. Fire and Rescue NSW plays such an important role in the local community, not only in responding to emergencies, but being a recognisable and dependable service for the town."
FRNSW Commissioner, Jeremy Fewtrell added - “Over the last hundred years, we’ve seen firefighting technology come a long way – from the introduction of the breathing apparatus to safer personal protective equipment for our firefighters, Fire and Rescue NSW is constantly evolving. One thing that has remained constant throughout the last century is the commitment of our people to protect the irreplaceable and serve their community with pride.
“This is a special day for the community and the crew at West Wyalong Fire Station, and I thank everyone who has contributed to the station over the last century.”
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