Mr CLAYTON BARR (Cessnock): Peter Sergeant of Cameron Park Rural Fire Brigade was recently recognised with the NSW Rural Fire Service Long Service Medal 2nd Clasp at the NSW Rural Fire Service Volunteer Appreciation Day and District Medal Presentation on the Central Coast. Peter began his service with the Rural Fire Service in 1994 in Clybucca Brigade before joining Cameron Park Brigade in 1997. Over more than three decades of dedicated service, Peter has attained qualifications up to Crew Leader and holds specialist skills in Aviation, Incident Management Teams [IMTs] and Community Engagement. He has also held a number of leadership roles within the brigade, including Senior Deputy Captain and Brigade Training Officer. Peter’s outstanding contribution has been recognised through numerous honours, including the National Medal and 1st Clasp 2023, the RFS Long Service Medal and 1st Clasp 2015, the Premier’s Bushfire Citation, and the National Emergency Medal and Clasp for his service during the 2019/20 Black Summer fires. Congratulations to Peter on this well-deserved recognition of more than 30 years of service. Thank you for your dedication, commitment and the invaluable role you have played in helping keep our community safe.
