Multi-million-dollar Fire and Rescue NSW boost for Central Coast - Umina/Gosford
Published: 21 Jul 2025 04:44pm
Central Coast communities will soon benefit from an enhanced emergency response thanks to upgrades across Fire and Rescue NSW properties and fleet.
Work is well underway on a $1.8 million fire station refurbishment at Umina, while a new million-dollar rescue truck will be stationed at nearby Gosford.
Improvements at Umina Fire Station include upgraded facilities for the station’s 36 firefighters and the introduction of designated protection zones in line with FRNSW’s ‘Clean Fire Station Program.’
This measure reduces exposure to potentially contaminated material which can be brought back to stations from fires and emergency scenes. Other upgrades include:
- Creation of new rest areas
- Separation of work, and living spaces
- Upgraded storage
- A new gym supporting staff health and wellbeing
- New toilet and shower facilities
- New male and female locker rooms improving privacy
Modernisation works at Umina Fire Station are expected to be complete by the end of the year.
Rescue Pumper for Gosford
At nearby Gosford, crews are set to welcome a new ‘Rescue Pumper’, a truck specially designed in consultation with firefighters.
Valued at more than $900,000, the truck will provide Central Coast communities with an enhanced rescue capability.
The new truck also boasts updated storage allowing firefighters easier access to their most used tools, vastly improving operational response times.
The NSW Government is investing an additional $17 million over two years into the renewal of the State’s fire-fighting fleet, strengthening our frontline emergency response.
This two-year investment will deliver more than 15 new fire trucks to replace ageing vehicles, with initial funding part of a $98.7 million capital program over the next year which also funds new and upgraded fire stations.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Emergency Services, Jihad Dib:
“The NSW Government is investing in our emergency services to deliver the equipment and infrastructure needed to support our firefighters and protect lives, property, and communities on the Central Coast.
“This investment brings the station in line with modern standards and ensures a safe, clean work environment for firefighters.
“Gosford’s brand-new fire truck will enhance response times and provide protection for Central Coast communities for years to come.”
Quotes attributable to Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch:
“As our Central Coast community grows, it’s so important that the capacity of our emergency services grow alongside our region. The refurbishments at Umina are significant and the changes will be very much welcomed by Central Coast communities.
“Our local firefighters serve our community every day, putting themselves in harm’s way to protect our community. Along with Gosford’s new truck, Umina’s modern and safety-focused upgrades showcase the NSW Government’s commitment to putting the wellbeing of local firefighters serving the community front and centre.”
Quotes attributable to FRNSW Acting Commissioner, Paul McGuiggan:
“Fire and Rescue NSW is rolling out upgrades across our properties and fleet, which not only protect our communities but also enhance the safety of our crews.
“In the case of the Umina renovations and new Gosford Recue Pumper, Fire and Rescue NSW has sought firefighter input to ensure the facilities and equipment suit their needs.
“These upgrades will ensure we’re ‘Prepared for Anything’ here on the Central Coast.”
Quotes attributable to FRNSW Acting Area Commander, Matthew Waldon:
“Our people are excited about the upgrades delivered by the NSW government and FRNSW.
“Umina Fire Station was last upgraded in 2001 when it was converted from an indoor sports centre, so the refurbishments are significant.
“For our crews further north in Gosford, I know they are certainly keen to familiarise themselves with the new and innovative Rescue Pumper.”
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Updated: 21 Jul 2025 03:03pm
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