Awards for fire fighters

Three local Rural Fire Service volunteers received long service awards at a presentation recently.

Local award recipients included Timothy (Dale) Rose, Bruce Sharples and Noel Sadler.

The Gosford District of the NSW Rural Fire Service hosted its Annual Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, September 13, highlighting the contribution of local volunteers.

The ceremony was held at Gosford Regional Gallery and Arts Centre and was a celebration of the efforts that 29 volunteers had made to the community and the Rural Fire Service over many years.

Timothy Rose was presented with a 15-year long service award for 19 years of service.

Bruce Sharples was presented with a 15-year long service award for 18 years of service.

Noel Sadler was presented with a 15-year long service award for 16 years of service.

Other awards presented included The National Medal, 25 Years Long Service Award and 35 Years Long Service Award.

Attendees included Member for Peats Ms Marie Andrews, Member for Gosford Mr Chris Hartcher and Gosford Mayor Cr Laurie Maher.

Press release, September 11 Rolf Poole, NSW Rural Fire Service