Scaling new heights with VRA Rescue

Vernon Claassen, Jason Jackson, Kane Murray, Ellie Greer and Leone Oehlers

11th Feb 2025

Over the past two weeks, VRA Rescue NSW has trained 32 dedicated volunteers in Vertical Rescue, significantly boosting emergency response capabilities across regional, remote, and rural NSW.
This critical training ensures our teams are prepared to handle complex and high-risk rescues in some of the state’s most challenging environments.
In Inverell, 21 volunteers from Guyra, Glen Innes, Inverell, and Dubbo are undertaking an intensive 4-day Vertical Rescue Training Course—the largest single training boost in the history of our New England squads.
Five Guyra members were involved in the training, taking on the challenge to learn new skills which will enable them to better serve their community.
Once completed, these responders will be equipped to perform vertical rescues 24/7, 365 days a year, ensuring safer outcomes for communities in need.
Inspector Paul Cowles, Region North Operations Manager at VRA Rescue NSW, emphasised the importance of these training sessions in preparing volunteers for real-world rescues.
“This training is a vital investment in the safety of our regional, remote, and rural communities,” Inspector Cowles said.
“By enhancing the skills of our volunteers, we’re ensuring that people in these areas have access to world-class rescue services when they need them most.
“The dedication and commitment shown by our volunteers is inspiring, and we are incredibly proud of their efforts.”
VRA Rescue NSW remains committed to providing life-saving rescue services across regional, remote, and rural NSW, ensuring our volunteers are ready to respond to emergencies anytime, anywhere.

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