James Allen has been a valued member of the Wyee Rural Fire Service Brigade since he joined in 2009 and has provided 15 years of dedicated service to both the Brigade and wider community. Throughout his service, James has developed extensive operational experience, achieving qualifications up to Crew Leader and specialist capabilities as a Breathing

I would like to acknowledge the selfless dedication with which Michelle Deaves has served the Wyee Rural Fire Brigade for the past decade. This milestone was officially recognised at the recent 2026 NSW RFS Central Coast Volunteer Appreciation Day and Medal Presentation, where she was presented with the Long Service Medal. Since joining the Brigade

Few people can claim 40 years of continuous volunteer service to their community, which is why it was particularly special to see Cherie Bateup recognised at the recent 2026 NSW RFS Central Coast Volunteer Appreciation Day and Medal Presentation. Cherie was awarded the NSW RFS Long Service Medal 3rd Clasp in acknowledgement of four decades of dedication

Few people can say they have dedicated 35 years to serving their local community, which is why it was a privilege to see Matthew Naylor recognised at the 2026 NSW RFS Central Coast Volunteer Appreciation Day and Medal Presentation, where he was awarded the National Medal 2nd Clasp in recognition of his service with Wyee and Wyee Point Brigades dating

I would like to acknowledge the selfless dedication with which Michelle Deaves has served the Wyee Rural Fire Brigade for the past decade. This milestone was officially recognised at the recent 2026 NSW RFS Central Coast Volunteer Appreciation Day and Medal Presentation, where she was presented with the Long Service Medal. Since joining the Brigade

For 25 years, Dane Pickering has been a steady presence in the NSW Rural Fire Service, serving his community with dedication and a willingness to step forward when it matters most. Starting with Pearl Beach Brigade before transferring to Wyee Point in 2010, Dane has built a reputation as a respected and reliable volunteer, contributing on the fireground

More than 30 years of volunteer service is an extraordinary achievement, and it was wonderful to see David Bennett recognised at the recent 2026 NSW RFS Central Coast Volunteer Appreciation Day and Medal Presentation. David was presented with the NSW RFS Long Service Medal 2nd Clasp in acknowledgement of 31 years of dedicated service to the community

Nathan Cerulli has been a valued member of Wyee Point Rural Fire Service Brigade since joining as a junior in 2009 and was recently awarded the National Medal for 15 years of diligent service at the 2026 NSW RFS Central Coast Volunteer Appreciation Day and Medal Presentation held in Doyalson in May 2026. Over the years, Nathan has grown into

Lake Macquarie is home to some truly generous business owners, and I acknowledge Sam and Hayat Zoghbi from Simply Pharmacy Toronto who continually give back to our community. I recently had the pleasure of joining Sam and Hayat outside the pharmacy building for the official opening of the 'Lake and Land' Mural. This huge artwork spans the

I recognise Lake Macquarie photojournalist Carla Edwards for bringing her powerful exhibition HERStory: Remembering Australia's Military Women to the Fountain Court, NSW Parliament House. I was proud to launch the display in April, and to see these portraits and recorded stories take their place where they belong—at the heart of our public