Located in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, Merriwa is a small rural town with a population of around 1,800. The area has experienced bushfires, droughts, storms, and major rescue operations in recent years. Until recently, the town’s emergency centre was a 60-year-old shed that flooded during severe weather, making it unsafe and unusable when needed most. Thanks to $1.4 million in funding from the Black Summer Bushfire Recovery grants program, Merriwa now has a purpose-built facility made from non-combustible, waterproof materials. It houses: 🚒 3 emergency vehicles 🛻 Support trailers ⛑️ Rescue equipment 📞 A communications centre The space also supports community training events, ensuring it benefits the locals year-round. Learn more about the Merriwa Emergency Rescue Centre at: https://lnkd.in/gBnEWDnC
Great work once again by Team NEMA and all the other agencies that make this possible.
Image description (alt text): High angle view of a garage with several white emergency vehicles labeled "Merriwa Rescue Squad", featuring green checkered accents and ladders on top, under a high ceiling with closed roller doors.
Thank you National Emergency Management Agency. This purpose-built facility will strengthen emergency response across the Upper Hunter and beyond and is now home to our VRA Rescue NSW Merriwa Rescue Squad, who provide critical land and vertical rescue services 24/7, and support other emergency services. This will greatly benefit the community of Merriwa and upper Hunter Region for years to come! 🙌🏼