Our Story

Front view of an emergency response fire truck with blue and red lights on top, the brand Isuzu visible on the grille, and warning stripes in yellow and maroon. The words 'LOFTUS BRAVO' are on the front above the grille. Two police badges with 'SUTHERLAND' are on the sides of the truck.

Appliances

Loftus currently staffs 2 x Category 1 firefighting appliance and 1 x Personnel Carrier.

Appliances
The entrance to the Bloftus Volunteer Bushfire Brigade station, featuring a closed roller door and a sign above it.

Station

Loftus Volunteer Bushfire Brigade Station hosts over 50 members, and 3 fleet vehicles.

Station
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CSIRO Shelter

The Bush Fire Fighter shelter.

Shelter

Captains

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    M.Saville

    2023 - Present

    Mark Saville - Mark was elected to the role of Captain in 2023 after Michael stood down. Mark joined Loftus in Jan 2015 and has held positions within the executive and as a Deputy Captain.

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    M.Harvey (Life member)

    2013 - 2023

    Michael Harvey (Harvey) - Michael joined Loftus in October 1996. After many years in the brigade he was elected to Deputy Captain in 2010 and Senior Deputy Captain in 2012 followed by Captain the next year. Michael served as Captain for 10 years consecutively. Michael is one of our longest serving Captains and one of our longest serving members. Michael was nominated as Life Member in 2017.

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    R.Short

    2010 - 2012

    Ronald Short (Shorty) - Ron joined Loftus in August 1983. Throughout his career he held various positions including 4 years as brigade President. Ron was elected to Captain at the 2010 AGM.

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    G.Munsie (Life Member)

    2006 (Half Term) - 2009

    Greg Munsie - Greg joined Loftus in February 1985 and was elected to Captain during a mid term SGM in 2006. Greg was nominated for Life Member in 2009.

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    M.Alyward

    2005 (Half Term) - 2006 (Half Term)

    Michael Alyward (Mick) - Mick joined the RFS in January 1981, moving to Loftus in June that same year. Michael was elected as Captain at a mid year SGM after previous Captain T.Porter departed. Michael was himself offered an interstate opportunity 6 months into his following term in 2006. Mick served as Captain for 12 months.

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    T.Porter (Life Member)

    2002 - 2005 (Half Term)

    Troy Porter (T-Roy) - Troy joined Loftus in February 1989. Troy held many roles during his time as a member of Loftus including Deputy Captain, Senior Deputy Captain, President and 5 years as Treasurer. Troy resigned as Captain to pursue a professional role within the Rural Fire Service. Troy was nominated as Life Member in 2017.

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    P.Franks

    1999 - 2001

    Peter Franks (Trolley) - Peter was elected to the rank of Captain at the 1999 AGM. He served as Captain for 3 years following on from his brother. Peter held many roles within Loftus including Deputy Captain and Secretary.

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    S.Franks (Life Member)

    1997 - 1998

    Steve Franks (Franksie) - Steve became a member of Loftus in November 1981. Steve held many roles during his time at Loftus including Deputy Captain and Senior Deputy Captain, ultimately Captain before leaving to pursue a professional career within the Rural Fire Service.

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    R.Evans (Life Member)

    1990 - 1996

    Rodney Evans - Rod joined Loftus in December 1981. Rod held many roles within the brigade both operationally and as a Deputy Captain and Senior Deputy Captain. Rod also held positions as both Secretary and Treasurer. Rod was one of our longest serving Captains volunteering 7 years to the role.

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    M.Balfour

    1983 - 1985

    Murray Balfour - Murray was elected to the rank of Captain at the 1983 AGM. Murray also held executive roles within the brigade serving as Treasurer for 4 years.

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    R.Pope (Life Member)

    1979 - 1982 & 1986 - 1989

    Raymond Pope (Popey) - Ray became a member of Loftus in 1968. Raymond was a Loftus brigade institution. He was a mentor to many Loftus members. Raymond was an extremely active member of the brigade holding roles both operationally and within the executive. Ray was a long serving Captain totaling 8 years within the role. Ray also served as President for 7 years.

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    H.McDermott

    1976 - 1978

    Harry McDermott - Along with 3 years of service as Captain to the Loftus brigade, Harry also served as brigade President for 4 years.

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    G.Nelson

    1972 - 1975

    Gavin Nelson - Gavin served as Captain for 4 years, followed by 1 year as brigade President.

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    T.Jenkins

    1971

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    N.Ryan

    1968 - 1970

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    C.Coward

    1967

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    Peter McCue

    1965 - 1966

    Peter McCue - Peter also served as the brigade secretary during his time as a Loftus member.

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    M.Stephens

    1964

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    V.Webber

    1962 - 1963

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    F.Fahey

    1959

    Fred Fahey

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    N.Piermont

    1957 & 1960

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    D.Strike

    1956

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    J.Chadwick (Life Member)

    1954 - 1955 & 1958 & 1961