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A year in review for RAC Rescue

It was a big year for the RAC Rescue Helicopters in 2021. Spending 78,800 minutes in the air and travelling 141,900 kilometres around WA, RAC Rescue completed 692 lifesaving missions across the year...

Bumper crops protected by aerial firefighting strike teams

Waterbombing aircraft deployed to rural areas helped protect Western Australia’s record-breaking grain harvest...

Black Hawks to soar with aerial firefighting fleet this summer

Two Black Hawk twin engine helicopters will take to the skies over Western Australia this summer, boosting the State’s...

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DFES, supporting volunteers everyday

We support over 26,000 volunteers who provide an invaluable contribution to the community performing a variety of operational, administrative and functional support roles.

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The feeling that you’re making a difference – that's what keeps you coming back.

Scott Rowe
Argyle- Irishtown Bush Fire Service

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The feeling that you’re making a difference – that's what keeps you coming back.

Scott Rowe
Argyle- Irishtown Bush Fire Service

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I've learned new skills, gained confidence in myself and made new friends.

Christie O'Brien
Bullsbrook Volunteer Fire and Emergency Services

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I've learned so many challenging skills that I never thought I would do in my life!

Fleur Pedlar
Broome State Emergency Service

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Volunteering has by far been one of the best things that I have ever done.

Janet Ward
Roleystone Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service

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It's fantastic to help create a safer marine environment for current and future marine users.

Josh Gamma Carson
Marine Rescue Cockburn

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Visit us at Perth’s historic first fire station

With free entry, the Education and Heritage Centre features engaging exhibits and activities that make learning about safety fun for all ages.

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Moving Elements

All Dropdowns

How fireproof is your plan?

Fire safety in your home

Be the calm before the storm

Never underestimate a storm

Floodwaters have hidden dangers

Tsunamis cause dangerous rips

Earthquakes can strike suddenly

Hazardous materials can be fatal

A year in review for RAC Rescue

Bumper crops protected by aerial firefighting strike teams

Black Hawks to soar with aerial firefighting fleet this summer

DFES, supporting volunteers everyday

The feeling that you’re making a difference – that's what keeps you coming back.

I've learned new skills, gained confidence in myself and made new friends.

I've learned so many challenging skills that I never thought I would do in my life!

Volunteering has by far been one of the best things that I have ever done.

It's fantastic to help create a safer marine environment for current and future marine users.

The feeling that you’re making a difference – that's what keeps you coming back.

I've learned new skills, gained confidence in myself and made new friends.

I've learned so many challenging skills that I never thought I would do in my life!

Volunteering has by far been one of the best things that I have ever done.

It's fantastic to help create a safer marine environment for current and future marine users.

Visit us at Perth’s historic first fire station

School Education