The Ripley Valley Rural Fire Brigade was formed in February 1995 after the November 1994 bushfires which occurred in South East Queensland. The founding committee consisted of local landowners who had some previous experience in fighting bushfires in the Ripley Valley area.
Our first high tech fire fighting appliances were a little different to those currently used.
Next came the Mitsubishi Canter in 1996 which served as the brigade's first Medium Appliance.
Then in 2000 we received a Nissan Patrol, our current light attack appliance. Formally Unit 6, it has now been designated Unit 41.
In early 2006, the brigade commenced trialing a dual cab Nissan Navara (Unit 21) as a mobile command vehicle , personnel mover and optional slip-on vehicle. It is now known as Unit 81.
In the latter part of 2006, the brigade received a replacement for the Canter (Unit 51) as well as an additional Medium Appliance, designated Unit 52. Both units are Izuzu 4x4 trucks with a 2000 litre water capacity.
Our first station was also not the most sophisticated.
To see the full story of the creation of our new station, please Click Here.
Our members have changed over the years but a core of the originals still remain. The Brigade is like a family and remains special to all of those who have been part of the team.
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An early photo of the Ripley Valley RFB Members.
Members at the Brigade's 10th birthday / AGM function.
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A recent photo of the Brigade's Members at the AGM.
The Brigade's members have achieved many accomplishments over the years. To check out our achievements, please Click Here.
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© Ripley Valley Rural Fire Brigade and Brigade members.