Country Fire Authority Rockbank brigade
Luba GRIGOROVITCH (Kororoit) (17:16): (542) The adjournment I wish to raise is for the Minister for Emergency Services. The action I seek is for the minister to join me on a tour of the Rockbank Country Fire Authority and meet with members to discuss their current and future needs. This government is a strong supporter of the CFA and other emergency services, with investments made in tankers, trucks, equipment and station upgrades. The Rockbank brigade of the CFA responds to calls for assistance across two of the fastest growing municipalities in Australia. These remarkable volunteers put their lives on the line to keep us and our communities safe. Not only do they respond to a range of hazards, but they also support our communities to be fire ready and do incredible work alongside our emergency service partners. Rockbank CFA has been very successful in recent years in recruiting more women. However, they face challenges in retaining these women, as the station lacks separate toilet and change facilities. The CFA across Victoria is a dedicated and skilled team of volunteers. However, as they are diversifying their volunteer base, the facilities are letting them down when it comes to retaining them. I invite the minister to join me on a tour of Rockbank CFA.