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The 2nd General Assembly for APFA Leaders and Asia Pacific International Conference 2007 at Goldcost, Australia, 22-28 September 2007 |
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The Hon Neil Roberts MP, Minister for Emergency Service |
From The Minister
After one the busitest winter fire periods we've ever had, bushfire season is already beginning to threaten people and property around the state. Between our rural volunteers, our urban crews and our waterbombing chopper, I congratulate everyone on their effort to combat the dangers bushfires bring. Just recently I toured Rural Fire facilities near Bundaberg, and apart from the magnificent hospitality on display, I was greatly impressed by the dedication and commitment that was evident among the Perry River, Bullyard, Winfield and surrounding units. During my brief time as Minister, I know they're traits common to Rural Fire and other Emergency Services agencies across the state. Fire Awareness Week has been and gone, and congratulations must go to staff and officers of QFRS who organised launch events at Toowoomba, Durack and elsewhere around the state. The important messages such as the Prepare, Stay and Defend, or Go Early initiative, the new compulsory smoke alarm laws and others were all delivered in a fun and informative way. We hope Queenslanders take heed of those messages for their own safety and that of those close to them. With Fire Awareness Week out of the way, we now look towards Ambulance Week which begins on September 10. In what should be a great seven day, I'll be visiting various begions with the Ambulance Commissioner to hand out Star Care Awards and take part in other functions designed to pay tribute to our ambos. Of course, We're all looking forward to the CPR Challenge, where we'll attempt to join the record books' and I encourage all Emergency Services stajj and volunteers to take part if possible. Lastly a big congratulations to all the volunteers who took part in the parade at the Ekka. I was one of the many in the crowd who took the opportunity to pay tribute to you all, and I thank you for once again upholding the fine reputation of your individual organisations and this department. |
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James Singapore, Tom Thailand, Andy Malaysia |
With Alan Marr at Brisbane Airport,24 September |
Breakfast by the beach at Goldcost |
Our home at Cedar Lake |
Confere nce opening |
Exhibition Hall |
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ACAP and APFA |
Tom and Emmar |
Exhibition Hall |
Intubation Training |
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Exhibition Hall |
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Visit Queensland Ambulance Service |
The Hon Neil Roberts MP, Minister for Emergency Services at Queensland Ambulance Service |
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Visit Queensland Fire Station |
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Kid education |
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Something more soon!
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