Welcome to the Athelstone Country Fire Service website, for all your information related to the what, when and how the Brigade serves its local area and the state.
Responding to structure fires, road crashes, bushfires, hazardous materials and other emergency incidents, Athelstone's dedicated CFS volunteers have been operational since 1961 serving the local community.
Recent News:
Responding to structure fires, road crashes, bushfires, hazardous materials and other emergency incidents, Athelstone's dedicated CFS volunteers have been operational since 1961 serving the local community.
Recent News:
September 2017 - We're recruiting!
Have you ever thought about becoming a volunteer firefighter?
On Saturday the 16th of September, we will have an information stand inside the Athelstone Shopping Centre where we will have information on bushfire preparedness and answering any questions about what it takes to become a volunteer for the Athelstone CFS. For more information on recruitment, click here.
April/May 2017 - Mother's Day Classic Fun Run for breast cancer research
For the second straight year, the Athelstone brigade will be involved in a fun run on Mother's Day to raise awareness and vital funds for breast cancer research. This is a cause close to us as a member of our brigade has been affected by breast cancer. If you can spare a few dollars, any donations would be greatly appreciated (donate here). It's all going to a great cause.
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January 2017 - National Medals
CFS Assistant Chief Officer, Rob Sandford, attended a brigade meeting to present Jon Soden with the National Medal for 15 years of service and Ian Dall with the 1st Clasp to the National Medal for 25 years of service. Well done to Jon & Ian! December 2016 - Christmas Pageant Once again, Athelstone CFS participated in the annual Campbelltown Christmas Pageant. We would like to wish everyone a safe and happy festive season! Merry Christmas! |
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November 2016 - Bushfire Blitz
The brigade sent 2 appliances - 34P Hazmat & QRV to Foxfield oval for a Bushfire Blitz session during Bushfire Action Week. Crews cooked the BBQ while visitors listened to Laura from the community engagement team talk about bushfire preparedness. |
To see more photos from the Bushfire Blitz click here
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To see more photos from the storms click here
October 2016 - Storms and Floods
It's been a busy time for Athelstone CFS. The Brigade's thoughts are with those who have suffered damage from the recent storms and floods. Our volunteer firefighters were happy to help out with local responses, backing up the MFS and multiple strike teams to the Two Wells area.
October 2016 - Bunnings BBQ
On the Public Holiday on the 3rd of October, members from the Brigade ran a fundraising BBQ at Bunnings Modbury. Funds raised are going directly towards the upgrading and refurbishing of the Brigade's kitchen and training room.
October 2016 - Bunnings BBQ
On the Public Holiday on the 3rd of October, members from the Brigade ran a fundraising BBQ at Bunnings Modbury. Funds raised are going directly towards the upgrading and refurbishing of the Brigade's kitchen and training room.
August 2016 - Annual General Meeting
Athelstone CFS held its Annual General Meeting on 10 August 2016. Although it was a non-election year, the Brigade filled two casual vacancies for Administrative Coordinator and Logistics Support Coordinator - congratulations to Jarrod and Julian!
Assistant Chief Officer Rob Sandford attended the meeting to recognise over 250 years of service to the CFS. The following members received service awards - congratulations!
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To see more photos from the AGM click here
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May 2016 - Mother's Day Classic On Mother's Day, 11 members of the brigade competed in the Mother's Day Classic 4.3km Fun Run to raise awareness for breast cancer. The brigade raised $2,771 which goes directly to breast cancer research. The brigade is already looking forward to competing again in next year's event. |
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