Modern upgrade for heritage-listed Fire and Rescue NSW station - Cootamundra
Published: 11 Jun 2025 04:53pm
The NSW Government has invested $2.7 million upgrading Cootamundra’s heritage-listed fire station on the state’s south-west slopes.
The investment improves Fire and Rescue NSW’s ability to respond to emergencies.
Upgrades at Cootamundra include new engine bays improving access for fire trucks, additional storage space, new staff amenities and new facilities to help with clean-up after a hazardous waste incident.
Improvements to the 112-year-old building meet the needs of local firefighters while preserving this heritage-listed building’s distinctive façade.
These upgrades are the latest in a line of refurbishments and rebuilds across the state.
Quotes attributed to Emergency Services Minister, Jihad Dib:
“Our $2.7 million investment in Cootamundra Fire Station is part of a broader program to improve emergency service facilities across NSW.
“The NSW Government is progressively modernising our fire stations so our crews can continue their important job of keeping the community safe.
“It’s part of our ongoing commitment to boosting frontline firefighting services across the State, including in bush fire prone environments.
Quotes attributed to the Member for Cootamundra, Steph Cooke MP:
“This fire station has served the Cootamundra community and surrounds for more than one hundred years.
“I must give credit to all involved in this important project, seeing how carefully the station’s heritage has been preserved while giving our frontline emergency responders the facilities they require.
“Our first responders deserve the very best resources and facilities to ensure they can keep our communities safe when an emergency or disaster strikes.”
Quotes attributed to FRNSW Commissioner, Jeremy Fewtrell:
“We’re proud of improvements to modernise the station for local firefighters here in Cootamundra.
“Cootamundra’s firefighters were consulted to shape the design, ensuring the station works for those using it every day.
“With their input we’ve delivered a workplace supporting their health, safety and operational effectiveness.”
Quotes attributed to FRNSW Act. Area Commander, Act. Chief Superintendent Stewart Alexander:
“This is a great example where Fire and Rescue NSW has been able to modernise a fire station yet maintain its historical value, in line with the community expectations.
“It’s a terrific nod to all firefighters who have protected this region for over a century.”
Media note - FRNSW images of the reopening are available here: https://vimeo.com/1092339475/b163f480fc?ts=0& [external link];share=copy
Updated: 11 Jun 2025 02:58pm
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