The CFA Mount Alexander Group of brigades are better equipped to respond to major emergencies and save lives, after receiving a brand-new Field Command Vehicle (FCV).
Bendigo West MP Maree Edwards visited Castlemaine Fire Station last Saturday to officially handover the vehicle and thank local volunteer firefighters for their work protecting our community.
The state government provided more than $20,000 towards the $55,000 FCV through its Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program, while $23,863 was provided through the trade in of the older FCV and a further $10,685 provided through fundraising by the Mt Alexander Group of brigades.
The new 4×4 Twin Cab FCV will be deployed as part of a strike team, enabling firefighters to support surrounding brigades and respond as efficiently and safely as possible to large scale incidents.