Ballina Shire Council is hosting an Emergency Services Expo at Ballina’s Missingham Park this month which will be a free family-friendly event is designed to help residents build resilience and prepare for emergencies, while giving community members the chance to meet their local heroes.
Ballina Shire Council’s Alternate Local Emergency Management Officer, Lloyd Isaacson, said whether it’s fire, flood, storm or other natural events, it’s never too early to be prepared.
‘This expo will be a fun day out for all ages and will give our community a chance to meet and learn directly from the people who protect us during crises.
‘We can’t control when emergencies will happen, but we can control how prepared we are. Taking a few simple steps now can make a big difference in keeping yourself, your family and your community safe,’ said Mr Isaacson.
Come along to meet and chat with frontline responders from: NSW Police; NSW Ambulance; Fire and Rescue NSW; NSW State Emergency Service (SES); NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS); Marine Rescue; Red Cross; Surf Life Saving, and more.
The expo will also feature live demonstrations, interactive displays and practical information about local risks such as floods, bushfires and storms.
Fun for kids
Kids will love the chance to climb aboard fire trucks and see emergency vehicles up close, while adults can learn how to access emergency alerts, prepare a household emergency plan, and use apps and resources to stay informed during a crisis.
There will be opportunities to ask questions, get personalised advice, and connect with the agencies that lead disaster response and recovery in our region.
All residents are welcome, whether you’re new to the area or have lived here for years. Come along to learn, plan and connect with the services that help keep our community safe.
Saturday, September 20, from 10am to 2.30pm at Missingham Park, Ballina.
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