Cook Labor Government to bolster local fire and rescue capacity

Fire and rescue volunteers in Argyle will soon get a new, upgraded headquarters, thanks to a WA Labor election commitment to bolster fire fighting capacity in the region.
  • New $1.6 million headquarters for Argyle Irishtown Bush Fire Brigade
  • Facilities to support fire and rescue volunteers in the Shire of Donnybrook
  • Commitment builds on WA Labor’s track record of supporting emergency services

Fire and rescue volunteers in Argyle will soon get a new, upgraded headquarters, thanks to a WA Labor election commitment to bolster fire fighting capacity in the region.

A re-elected Cook Labor Government will build a new $1.6 million facility for the Argyle Irishtown Bush Fire Brigade, replacing their ageing building on Knights Road which is no longer fit for purpose.

The Argyle Irishtown Bush Fire Brigade is the biggest volunteer brigade in the region, with around 60 members who give up their time to keep the community safe.

The new headquarters will be situated at the junction of Argyle Road and the South Western Highway in Argyle, giving the station direct access to South Western Highway to support faster response times.

The commitment builds on the Cook Labor Government’s proven track record of supporting emergency services across WA, with more than $150 million invested in new firefighting appliances, expanding the aerial fleet, and upgrading equipment and facilities since 2017.

If re-elected, WA Labor will also establish a new State Bushfire Mitigation Branch within DFES to focus on bushfire prevention and mitigation.

Comments attributed to Emergency Services Minister Stephen Dawson:

“Only the Cook Labor Government will invest in the best possible facilities, resources and equipment for our emergency services volunteers."

“This fit for purpose new headquarters recognises the hard work of the Argyle Irishtown Bush Fire Brigade and will support the service into the future.”

Comments attributed to Collie-Preston MLA Jodie Hanns:

“The Argyle Irishtown Bush Fire Brigade do an incredible job keeping our local community safe."

“This new headquarters will support them in their vital work helping Collie-Preston locals in their hour of need.”

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